What is Advisory?

Advisory is a short time set aside each week for our students to positively interact with a group of their grade-level peers. Through Advisory activities and discussions under the guidance of at least one adult faculty Advisor, students will assess their own talents and aspirations, plan their individual paths, work collaboratively with others, and demonstrate their learning of clear standards in a wide variety of forms.

Through Advisory, we will strive to better meet the needs of each of our students as individuals. The Advisor(s) will act as a mentor and advocate for each of their advisees. Topics addressed during the Advisory period will include both academic, and other school-related issues, such as character education, educational and career planning, time management and study skills.

Why Advisory?

The goal of Advisory is a simple one: to provide a welcoming, positive environment where each and every student feels comfortable to find, and be, their best selves. At Potomac Falls High School, no two students are alike. Each student meets success on individual terms. Through strengthening student-teacher relationships, we will better weave the unique parts of our school into a whole student success. 

How does Advisory work?

Advisory sessions will allow our students to explore making positive changes in their personal choices. Advisory is held every Friday between the first two blocks of the day and lasts 30 minutes. During the first ten (10) minutes of each Advisory, students and Advisor(s) watch Feature Friday, our student-produced broadcast. 

Advisory sessions will also be supplemented with time for other school business (to encourage active involvement in extra-curricular school activities), and to discuss campus-wide issues, which arise throughout the year. All Advisory lessons are posted in their Advisory Schoology page as well so students can review lessons if they are absent.

The Advisory Committee, consisting of teachers, guidance staff and administration used summer planning time to explore grade level relevant plans that explore personal responsibility in a professional learning environment.

When is Advisory?

Advisory meets every Friday.

Is Advisory graded?

No.  However, it will be very important to gather summative and formative data from students, parents, and teachers throughout the school year.