Orientation day for seventh- and ninth-graders who will be new to their school buildings takes place today, one of several ways to help students to make smooth transitions to their new schools.
Students will meet the principals and other administrators at each school, receive their student handbooks and a floor plan of their buildings before conducting a dress rehearsal of their programs.
At Grand Avenue and Merrick Avenue middle schools, eighth-graders and PTA volunteers will be on hand to act as guides and answer questions.
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At Mepham, Calhoun and Kennedy high schools, freshmen will meet older student leaders, whose job it is to help make adjustments to high school easier. This mentoring program is designed to help freshmen by linking them to supportive and friendly upperclassmen who provide assistance in many things, from study tips to participation in extracurricular activities.
