Destination Dolphin new student orientation, summer success
New students learn how to “chart [their] course” at orientation
August 24, 2019
Administrators, faculty, and student volunteers welcomed future dolphins at the annual new student orientation held Aug. 22.
“About 350-400 kids [attended],” said NSO adviser Darcy Pohl. “It was a great turn out.”
Rising freshmen, as well as other new students, were able to talk to staff members, meet with their school counselors, take tours of Ocean Lakes, and more.
“We had 51 clubs participate in the activities display as well as the PTSA and Friends of Athletics,” said orientation adviser Carlin Conaway. “Students could also purchase P.E. uniforms and pick up their Chromebooks.”
A total of 27 students volunteered for NSO staff.
“Being on staff was super fun and rewarding,” said junior Aarushi Patel. “It was nice to see the work you put in over the summer finally come to life.”
Student volunteer Ally Hudome leads her freshmen team 23 through orientation seminars held by various faculty; featured here is English teacher Kim Bedinger and history teacher Morgan Latimer.
News reporter Braden Ward introduced one freshman to his new English teacher at the newspaper booth.
Class of 2022 shares information with both students and parents during orientation.
New students pose for a Class of 2023 photo opportunity as they wait in line to acquire Chrome books.
Science teacher Renee Jackson assists a freshman during orientation. Over 25 teachers participated.
Many freshmen were not afraid to ask questions during instructional sessions.
New students, old friends become familiar with what “the dolphin way” looks like.
Many freshmen participated enthusiastically for the day’s events.
Student volunteer Kalorra Smith leads her team to their next event.
Many students toured the hallways during orientation to identify classroom locations.
Already wearing blue and gold, this freshman fit right in with the school colors.
Freshmen picked up Chrome books in front foyer during orientation, but additional distribution will run in room 101 from Fri., Aug 23. to first day of school.
Student volunteers wear yellow t-shirts to distinguish themselves as team guides.
Academy adviser Allison Graves holds a Math and Science Academy display for new academy students.
Upperclassmen AVID students hold booth to build course awareness and interest.
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