HTHS to host Parent EdCamp

Trussville City Schools has been actively working on a family involvement plan since December 2015. They hope their plan will increase family involvement that will result in increased student achievement, by linking the effects of family involvementon learning.

This summer, Hewitt-Trussville High School will host a Parent EdCamp on June 23.  Parents may choose to attend up to five different sessions throughout the day. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and classes last from 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., with a break for lunch.

 Potential topics for the day include: 

► Understanding How Math is Taught Today

► Raising a Reader

► How to Keep the Love of Reading in Your Middle Grades Student

► Google Classroom

► Counseling 101

► Neuroscience of Learning

► Drug Trends

► PACE – The Trussville City Schools Character Education Program

► Cyber Bullying

► Transitioning from Middle to High School

► Electives and Extracurricular Opportunities for Students

► Husky Hour Information

► Round Table Discussions with Principals and TCS Curriculum Directors

► Grade Level Expectations

► College and Career Planning

► General vs. Advanced Pathways at HTHS

► Academy Showcase

► Special Education Services

► Changes in Science Curriculum 5E Model

► Digital Footprints and Photo Sharing

► New Student and Parent Orientation

► How to Help Your Child with Daily Expectations and Homework

Additional sessions may be added prior to June 20. Visit the TCS website for more information.

– Submitted by Trussville City Schools.