The journey into high school can be one of the most significant steps in a young person’s life. Deciding on classes that will shape your future, making lifelong friends, and developing skills to succeed in college are just a few things that happen in high school. So, it’s no surprise Soddy Daisy High School helps make our 8th graders’ transition here a little easier by hosting a visit to the Land of Troy.
We kicked off the month of December with Soddy Daisy Middle School touring the school, followed by Loftis Middle School the next day. Our CORE students led tours throughout the building, welcoming the soon-to-be freshman while a panel of student representatives spoke about the many clubs and sports we offer. The future Trojans also had the chance to visit some classes like Marketing, A/V, and Blue Sky to learn about the different Career and Technical Education classes we offer and speak to teachers about what they can expect during their first year at the high school. There was also a chance to see where everything was in this big building. For many, that is the most stressful part of the first days of school. But many are just ready for their turn to walk the halls of SDHS. A student from Loftis said, “I’m excited for high school because I think there will be more freedom.” Soddy Daisy Middle School students also talked about the excitement of being in high school and being ready for that day.
These tours not only help the upcoming freshmen prepare for the next step in their education but also help many middle school teachers gain some knowledge about the school. It was a chance for those teachers to connect with former students they had in class just a few years ago and ask how they could better prepare their current courses for the jump to high school.
According to David Sneed, SDHS’s educational coach, the 8th graders will get another chance to tour the building with their parents. “Around February, we will invite 8th graders and their parents back for an evening to talk with teachers and staff as they begin to make their course selections.”
