What I Wish My Parents Knew About My Advisory

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A parent is concerned about their child’s progress in math. Who should they reach out to? Options: A) Registrar and Technology Help Desk, B) College Counselors and Dean of Students, C) Individual Math Teacher and it’s important to keep the Advisor looped in, D) Attendance Coordinator and Advisor

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Individual Math Teacher and it’s important to keep the Advisor looped in

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What should the school do when Sarah arrives at school at 9:45 am due to car trouble but forgets to sign in at the Upper School Office and goes directly to class? Options: A) Mark her absent for the entire day, B) Allow her in class without marking tardy or absent, C) Mark her tardy and remind her to sign in next time; repeat tardiness may have consequences, D) Contact her parents immediately for an explanation

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Mark her tardy and remind her to sign in next time; repeat tardiness may have consequences.

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Petunia feels overwhelmed by her course load and wants advice on prioritizing her classes and exploring study strategies. Who should she contact first?

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Advisor and learning Specialists

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A parent notices the grades posted on the online report card seem inconsistent with what their daughter shared. What steps should the parent or student take to clarify the discrepancy?

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Reach out to the individual teacher or advisor to review grade details and reporting.

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A student plans to participate in an out-of-town sports competition and needs to be excused from school for multiple days. What procedures must be followed for this absence to be excused?

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Parent must notify the Upper School Attendance Coordinator well in advance, and the student should maintain communication to stay on track academically.

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Daisy wants to bring her phone to school, but her parents remind her that phone use is only permitted at certain times. Which options list the appropriate times she may use her phone?

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Before and after school, during free periods when not engaged, and at lunch.

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According to Hockaday policy, how should homework be handled during and after school breaks?

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No homework or major assignments should be due the two days following breaks.