Freshman Wellness & Study Hall

DSHA is committed to teaching girls in the ways they learn best. Because of this, students will grow in confidence in the classroom through the all-girls environment — without distractions — as teachers support students through four years of increasingly rigorous courses with a focus on the expectations of college classes and programs. A deliberate, solid foundation of interconnected scope and sequence ensures our Dashers are prepared for college and beyond.

Freshman Wellness
Students will have scheduled Freshman Wellness twice each week. Freshman Wellness is a program that connects students with the people, resources, and opportunities at DSHA that are here to help each student make the most of their freshman year (and beyond!). The Freshman Wellness program allows students time to focus on academics through a structured study hall, access to ALPHA, or time with our interventionist. It also provides a minimum monthly check-in with school counselors, campus ministers, teachers, administrators, or members of the Applied Wellness staff. Through these monthly check-ins, we strive to allow students to engage in thoughtful discussion, work together on activities, and learn more about themselves and DSHA.

Students will learn and practice:

• Finding the resources that work best for them.
• Embracing a growth mindset, meeting new people, and learning new things.
• Creating and committing to a solid academic routine (time management, organization, etc.).
• Learning about policies, processes, and other guidelines at DSHA.