Freshmen Orientation
TAYLOR HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2022 FRESHMEN ORIENTATION
Dear Parents and Members of the Class of 2022:
Taylor High School offers the “Yellow Jacket Freshman Orientation” as a freshman transition experience. We are offering this opportunity for all incoming freshmen. We believe that in understanding the culture of Taylor High School that all freshman participants will have a positive head start. Our research indicates that participants in these types of programs earn higher grades, are more likely to be involved in extracurricular opportunities, and have fewer disciplinary situations than those who do not participate. The day promises to be both informative and fun. We urge all incoming freshmen to attend our “Yellow Jacket Freshman Orientation 2018.” Please read the information below, and don’t miss this great opportunity to begin your high school years in a positive and enjoyable way.
What is it?
Yellow Jacket Freshman Orientation 2018 is the first step in your orientation to Taylor High School. It is a one-day orientation camp for incoming ninth graders that is led by a staff of Taylor High School students and teachers.
What will be accomplished?
✓ You will receive your schedule and have a chance to find your classes.
✓ You will receive your locker assignment and have a chance to visit and open your new locker.
✓ You will be oriented about important issues by upper-class students.
✓ You will meet and hear from several teachers, administrators, counselors and key people at THS.
✓ You will be made aware of the many activities, clubs, and sports available at THS.
✓ You will meet the students assigned to your homeroom.
✓ You will have fun.
When and where is it?
Taylor High School - Tuesday, August 14, 2018 - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
All students should be dropped off at the Event Entrance and will check in at the tables located in the cafeteria.
Early Bird Fee: $10.00 (cash or check made payable to Taylor High School)
Payment for Freshman Orientation will start to be accepted at the Scheduling Fair on February 14th. Please put the registration form and payment in an envelope and mark on the outside: Freshman
Orientation, Attention: Amy Smith Just give the payment envelope to the homeroom teacher you are meeting with. The Early Bird Fee will continue until April 30, 2018. The cost goes up to $15.00, starting May 1, 2018. The cost of the orientation allows each student to receive a Taylor High School spirit pack, string backpack, T-shirt, lunch and a drink, and an outstanding program. (provided by Taylor HS Mentors, Staff and PTSA)
Regular Fee: $15.00 starting May 1, 2018 - August 1, 2018
(cash or check made payable to Taylor High School)
Please put the registration form and payment in an envelope and mark on the outside: Freshman Orientation, Attention: Amy Smith Just take or send payment to THS office. There will be NO registration forms/payment accepted after August 1, 2018
Parents!
Parents can attend an orientation session from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM in the high school auditorium. You will also receive a tour of the building and meet with the Taylor High School principal.
Questions? Email: amysmith@trlsd.org
