This 4-day course is designed for incoming Kennedy Catholic High School 9th grade students. With students joining us from different schools, backgrounds, and life experiences, this one-week program provides navigational and transitional assistance to Kennedy Catholic. This course will support students in their adjustment to high school – both academically and socially.
Schedule*
Day 1: Course Overview and Introductions
- Community Building
- High School 101
- Gratitude and Affirmations
- Journaling
Day 3: Academic Skills
- Notetaking
- Study Habits
- Digital Etiquette
- Preparing for College
Day 2: Social Skills
- School Tour 2.0
- What's my Identity? Activity
- Social Skills
- Effective Communication & Healthy Discourse
Day 4: Life Skills
- Kennedy Catholic Involvement
- Finding Affinity
- Current Student Panel
- Mantras Exercise
*schedule sample subject to change
