Page 6 - James F. Byrnes Freshman Academy 2019-2020 Student Planner

Letter from the Principal
Dear Students and Parents,
Welcome to James F. Byrnes Freshman Academy. You are officially a high school student, and we are delighted to have you join the “Rebel” family! Our mission is to provide all students with fundamental steps to successfully transition into high school by maximizing student potential. With a strong foundation in the first year of high school, students can reap the rewards of graduating in four years from one of the best performing schools in the state.
We are committed to helping you achieve your academic goals. Our strong yet supportive teachers, administrators, and staff will provide you the opportunity to reach new heights. Please use this unique Academy experience to flourish socially and academically. Our smaller setting will enable you to better interact with your peers, teachers, and support staff. It also allows us a better opportunity to monitor your progress as a student. Each student will be housed within one of four teams. Each team will work and coordinate lessons and activities within each team.
Please use this student handbook as a tool to monitor your progress. All state requirements from attendance to graduation requirements are identified in this handbook. Rules and procedures for daily routines and student regulations are listed.
High school prepares young adults for real life opportunities. With increased opportunities comes increased pressure to excel and be successful. BFA has high academic standards and expectations for our students. All of you can and will be successful with hard work and determination. Please know that we will work with parents, students, and our community to provide the best learning environment for all students. We can all achieve great success when we all work together. We wish you nothing but the best as you embark on a great high school experience.
Sincerely,
Neel Edwards Principal
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