Transcript Robinson Junior High

ROBINSON JUNIOR HIGH
Parent Information Night
2014
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
 Principal—David Wrzesinski
 Assistant Principal—Jody Flowers
 Counselor—Brianna Mink
 Office Staff—Jennifer Sanchez, Ravon Morgan, Angela Bettinger, and Shelley Welch
GOALS FOR TONIGHT
 Get information for academic decision making
 Get information for elective decision making
 Discuss the transition to middle school
ACADEMIC CLASSES
6th graders:
 English (or Honors
English)
 Reading
 Math (or Accelerated
Math)
 Science
 Social Studies
7th graders:
 English (or Honors
English)
 Reading
 Math (or Accelerated
Math)
 Life Science
 Texas History
8th graders:
 English (or Honors
English)
 Math (or Algebra I)
 Earth Science
 American History
 Technology Applications
& Career Explorations
(1 semester each)
ACCELERATED MATH
 More rigorous in content and pace
 Students will be responsible for a heavier workload
 Curriculum and instruction for accelerated math courses will be compacted.
 Grade 6 students receive instruction in grade 6 & the majority of grade 7
standards.
 Grade 7 students receive instruction in the remaining grade 7 standards as well as
all grade 8 standards.
 Grade 8 students receive instruction in Algebra I. Students earn high school credit
for this course. If they pass the course, they may not re-take the course in high
school since they will have already earned credit for the course on his/her high
school transcript.
MATH CURRICULUM SEQUENCE
Grade
Core
Advanced
6th
6th Grade TEKS
6th and 7th Grade TEKS
7th
8th
7th Grade TEKS
8th Grade TEKS
Algebra I or
Honors Algebra I
7th and 8th Grade TEKS
Algebra I
Geometry or
Honors Geometry
Geometry or
Honors Geometry
Algebra II,
Honors Algebra II, or Math Models
Algebra II or
Honors Algebra II
9th
10th
11th
12th
Pre-Calculus or Algebra II
Pre-Calculus
Dual Credit Calculus,
Advanced Quantitative Reasoning, or
Engineering Math
ADVANCED MATH CRITERIA
 At least 3 of the 4 following criteria:
 1. MSTAR (Middle School Students in Texas Algebra Ready)-The content of the
MSTAR Universal Screener is based on algebra-readiness skills.
 Recommended score of 300 or higher
 2. Current overall average in math for the 2013-2014 school year
 Recommended: average of 90% for grade 5 or 6; average of 85% for current
accelerated math students in grade 7
 3. STAAR 2014 Math – Level III Advanced
 4. Teacher Recommendation – We highly recommend that you contact your
child’s math teacher regarding the appropriate placement for your child.
NEW MATH STANDARDS
 2014-2015—new math TEKS (standards)
 The number of standards moving from grade to grade including Algebra I
standards to 8th grade math are already more rigorous.
 More than 56 standards moved to new grade levels in 6-8 as well as many
completely new learning standards.
 Please make a careful decision when choosing for your child to accelerate through
math content.
 Grade 6-8 math is foundational for future success in high school math courses.
HONORS ENGLISH
 Task oriented, proficient readers, able to prioritize their time and have parental
support.
 Content immersion, a fast pace, and performance assessed at the analysis and
syntheses levels.
 Honors students are expected to maintain a minimum average of 80 each 6
weeks.
ACCELERATED MATH / HONORS ENGLISH
RESPONSIBILITY PROFILE
 Willing to work hard
 High degree of self-discipline
 Strong motivation to learn
 Completes assignments on time
 Conscientious
 Well organized
 Seeks help when needed
 Eagerly accepts a challenge
STAAR* TESTING AT JUNIOR HIGH
Sixth Grade
Seventh Grade
Eighth Grade
Reading
Reading
Reading
Math
Math
Math
Writing
Science
Social Studies
*Alg I students
only: Alg I EOC
*State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness
ELECTIVES
 6th:
 1 elective: Art, Band, Choir, or Technology Applications
 1 PE: Wellness PE or Competition PE
 7th:
 1 elective: Agriculture, Art, Band, Cabinetry & Millwork, Choir,
Technology Applications
 1 PE: Athletics, Wellness PE, Tennis, Outdoor Recreation, or Dance
 8th:
 2 electives: Agriculture, Art, Band, Cabinetry & Millwork, Choir,
Athletics, Dance, Outdoor Recreation, or Tennis
3RD PERIOD (40 MINUTES)
 Plus period built into the day for Enrichment or STAAR
Intervention
 Enrichment
 6th: Study Skills & Technology
7th & 8th:
Applied Band
Advanced Dance
Archery
Battle of the Books
Creative Writing
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Gifted & Talented
Journalism
Mock Trial
Photography
Problem Solvers
Programming
Robotics
Study Hall
Theatre
Video Announcements
Yearbook
GIFTED & TALENTED
 To nominate your child for GT, packets are available from your school counselor
 GT students will be clustered with 4-5 other GT students for core class
 3rd period Enrichment: GT students will be in a pull out GT class
 6 weeks projects including:
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Philosophy
Forensic Science
Critical Thinking/Problem Solving
DAR Essay Contest
TYPICAL 6TH GRADE DAY
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School Day: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
English Language Arts—50 minutes
Reading—50 minutes
Math – 50 minutes
Science – 50 minutes per day
Social Studies – 50 minutes per day
3rd Period—Team & Enrichment—40 minutes per day
Physical Education – 50 minutes per day
Lunch – 30 minutes per day
Elective – 50 minutes per day
WHAT’S NEW FOR STUDENTS?
 Lockers
 Changing classes
 Four minute passing periods
 Cafeteria – Can choose where they sit
 Pep Rallies
COURSE CHOICE SHEETS
 5th grade students received forms on 3/4
 Forms are due to students’ home room teachers on Friday,
March 21st
 Parent & student signature is required on form
 Carefully consider your choices
 6th & 7th grade students will receive their sheets next week:
3/25 & 3/27
 8th graders must have a parent, student, counselor meeting:
Tues 3/25 & Thurs 3/27 5:30-7:30pm and Wed. 3/26 7:30-4:00
PARENT INFORMATION
 Web Site: www.risdweb.org
 6 week newsletter – sent with report card
 Progress Reports (3 weeks) and Report cards (6 weeks)
 Student Planners
 Parent Portal
 Schoology
 Remind 101
PREPARING FOR THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
 Meet the Teach Night before school:
 Pickup schedules
 Meet their teachers
 Learn the building
 Meet the front office staff, counselor, principals, etc.
 Ask questions!
Final date will be posted on the school website, and advertised on the
school marquee.
THANK YOU FOR
COMING!
Please let me know if you
have any questions!
[email protected] or 254-662-3643