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Tonight’s Presenters are:
Jim Giancursio-MMS Dean of Students
Stacey Allen-MMS School Counselor
Jamie Farr-MMS/MHS Principal
….“YOU CAN’T HIDE THAT EAGLE PRIDE!”
Pupil Support Office
School Counselor:
Mrs. Stacey Allen
School Psychologist:
Mr. Richard Jones
PSO Secretary:
Mrs. Diane Husk
Middle School Office Secretary:
Mrs. Peake
*“Kid Friendly” environment
*Work on academics, emotional
& social issues, career exploration.
*Individual & Group Counseling
Peer Leaders/Upstanders
Youth to Youth
L.E.A.P.S
Peer Counselors
Middle School Curriculum 2013-2014
7th and 8th Grade Course Offerings:
7th Grade-
8th Grade-
English
Social Studies
Science
Math
Foreign Language
Technology Education
Physical Education
Home and Careers (20 weeks)
Health (20 weeks)
English
Social Studies
Science
Math
Foreign Language
Technology Education
Physical Education
Home and Careers (10 weeks)
Art (20 weeks)
Music (20 weeks)
Advanced courses include:
*Accelerated Math
*Accelerated Science
Advanced courses include:
*Integrated Algebra
*Biology
Support Classes (Resource Room, Integrated Support, AIS)
Learning Center
Reading Programs – Wilson & Just Words
Supports
Supports for ELA and Math
- For students who score a 2 or below on State tests
- Identified by teachers as needing extra support
12th period
- Students stay and work on homework with their
teachers
Academic Recovery Plans
- Counselors meet with identified students to devise a
plan to improve grades and schedule mandatory 12th
period support
Parent/Teacher Conferences
-Call Pupil Support Office to Schedule; 548-6600
Learning Center
-AIS Services
-Case Manager Services
-Access to books, computers and teacher support
Extracurricular Activities
Band/Chorus
Student Council
Youth-to-Youth
Peer Leaders
Art Club
Chess Club
FCCLA
History Club
Yearbook Club
Math Club
Triathlon Club
Library Club
Intramurals
Activity Nights
Modified Sports
French Club
Benefits of Passing
• Eligibility
-Athletics
-Activities
-Events
• Privileges
-Hall Passes
-Library
• Phone calls, e-mails, and/or letters home
• Happier Parents = Happier Student
Looking ahead to the future….
What Colleges Count:
Grades in College Prep Courses
Standardized Admission Tests
Grades in All Courses
Class Rank
Essay or Writing Sample
Teacher Recommendations
Counselor Recommendations
Interview
Work/Extracurricular Activity
Student’s Demonstrated Interest
78%
61%
54%
33%
23%
18%
17%
9%
7%
7%
Use your study hall time wisely
Stay after school with your teachers
Utilize teachers in the Learning Center
DO YOUR HOMEWORK EVERY DAY
BE HERE!!!!!!
A SIMPLE RULE FOR
SUCCESS IN SCHOOL…
ATTENDANCE + ATTITUDE
= ACHIEVEMENT
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Select a consistent place to study
Don’t wait until the last minute
Use your agenda!
Dedicate a space for every class in your book bag
Stay organized throughout the year
Make study cards
Make your own study guide
Talk about assignments with friends
If you are struggling, ask for help
Make academics a focus in your life
• 7th Grade State Tests:
– Math:
– ELA:
• 8th Grade State Tests:
– Math:
-Science:
– ELA:
• Purpose and implications of State Tests:
• Midterms and Finals in all core subjects
– Assess course content for the past
semester/year.
– Worth 10% of final grade average.
State Tests/Finals
Expectations of Positive
Behavior
• Upstanders Program:
– Encouraging students to speak up for what
they know is right.
– Also teaching students how to speak up in an
effective manner.
• Celebrating good decision-making
– Honor Rolls
– Students of the Month
• Upstanders Awards
EAGLES SOAR!
Discipline Policy
• Applies to all of middle school and
high school.
• Discipline ladder, but depending on
the severity of the offense students
may skip to higher steps.
• Greatly encourage parent/teacher
communication throughout the
process to discover solutions.
Eligibility Policy
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Athletes and extracurricular participants are the ambassadors of our
school to the broader community as well as neighboring schools.
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If failing two or more classes, students are ineligible to participate in
sports/extracurriculars unless certain conditions are met.
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ARP sheet
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Designed to help teach students the study skills and habits needed to
be successful in school and participate in athletics and extra
curriculars for years to come.
• 7th and 8th graders will eat lunch during
separate periods.
• Will get their lunches at the HS café
lines, then walk to the MS Cafeteria.
• Designed to help separate from 9th-12th
graders during lunch.
Important Phone Numbers:
Middle School Main Office
Pupil Support Office
Nurse’s Office
548-6600
548-6311
548-6320
Homework:
→ www.midlakes.org → Middle School link
*Also check → Individual teacher link