Transcript The Student Perspective

North Lake…a Community of Learners
connected to each other and to the
world.
Office: 425-335-1530
Welcome
to North
Lake
Middle
School!
Guidance: 425-335-1554
You Can Count On Us~
We are committed to helping students develop
habits of academic growth, personal
accountability and, and social responsibility.
Every attempt will be made to maintain the
dignity and self-respect of students and adults.
North Lake Middle School
THE THREE R’s OF
BULLDOG PRIDE
Respect for Learning
 Respect for People
 Respect for Property
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The Student Perspective
What were they nervous about?
 How did they ease the transition?
 What activities do students enjoy?
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Registration for 2013/14
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March: Registration
materials are at the
elementary schools now.
Completed registration
forms are due March 29 to
5th grade teachers.
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Late May/Early June:
5th graders will visit North
Lake to get familiar with
the school, have lunch,
and attend classes.
Late August: August
28-Student Prep Day for
students and parents to
get schedules and locate
classrooms.
What Might a Sixth Grader’s
Schedule Look Like?
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7:40- 8:38
Language Arts 6
(or Challenge LA)
2
8:42- 9:39
Wellness
3
9:43-10:40
Math 6
(or Challenge Math)
L 10:44-11:14
A-Lunch
4 11:18-12:18
Exploratory, Choir, or Band
5 12:22- 1:19
Social Studies
6
Science
1:23- 2:20
What Is the Exploratory
Program?
Sixth Grade Exploratories
OPTION
1:
One semester each of . . .
Wood Shop and Technology
OPTION
2:
A Full Year of Band or Choir
Are Challenge Courses Right for you?
Do You:
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Demonstrate the ability and willingness to work at
an accelerated pace
Exceed standard (level 4) on the previous year’s
MSP test in the content area for which you are
registering
Perform above grade level
Demonstrate strong organizational skills, complete
assignments, and turn them in on time
Take responsibility for your own learning and ask
for help/clarification when needed
Persevere - You must commit for the entire year
6th Grade Challenge Courses
Challenge Language Arts Success Criteria
•Met or exceeded standard on the 4th grade MSP in
reading and writing
•5th grade teacher recommendation
•Met or exceeded standard on 5th grade MSP reading (to
be checked in August)
Challenge Math Success Criteria
•Exceeded standard on MSP (450 or higher)
•5th grade teacher recommendation
Making Your Selections
•Make your choices carefully, and be
sure you are committed to the classes
you select.
•Once schedules are created, our
ability to change classes during the
year is limited due to class size.
A Key to Success
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Instructional time is irreplaceable
We require a written note OR a phone call
within 3 days to excuse all absences.
When a student is absent from school, he
or she is expected to make up all missed
assignments within a reasonable time.
Example: 2 days absent = 2 days to make
up the work.
We consider daily attendance essential to
student success. When planning vacations,
please refer to the district calendar to avoid
scheduling conflicts.
A good rule of thumb is to not miss more
than 10 days per semester. When
considering tardies, 3 tardies = 1 absence.
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Each student is given an Agenda at the
beginning of the school year.
Students write down daily activities during
classes; Parents check to see what their
child may need to do at home.
A Key to Success
Three More Keys To Success
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Work Completion – Scores earned for class work,
homework, and tests will be tracked in order to assign
grades. Missing work will earn zeros, so it is
imperative that all work is turned in.
Set aside a study time each evening. Even when
there may not be written work to do, this is a perfect
time for reading and studying for upcoming tests.
Check Grades Regularly. Choose one day per week to
check grades on online through Family Access. It is not
too early to sign up for email notifications through
Family Access.
Communication
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Family Access – Watch for Message Center
emails and set up notifications.
Ask nightly to see your student’s agenda.
Check the NLMS website.
Stay in touch with teachers – email is a
wonderful tool for communication.
Newsletters are posted on
the NLMS website. If you’d like a
copy mailed to you, simply make
a request through our office.
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Academics, Service, Arts, and Athletics
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Grade Doctor
Math Club
Assistance from teachers by appointment
Builders Club
Science Club
ASB Activities
Jazz Band
Cooking and Sewing Club
Battle of the Books
Running Club
Getting Ready for North Lake
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Supply List – Check District Website
August Back-to-School Newsletter
Student Prep Day-August 28
Find your children’s classrooms
 Familiarize yourselves with the campus
 Make purchases
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PE Shorts/Shirts: $14
 ASB cards: $15 required for music students, athletes, and
club participants
 Shop Fees: $24
 Yearbook: $28
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Making Connections
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General Questions: Mrs. Hall, head secretary
Attendance Issues: Mrs. Allen
Finance Issues: Mrs. Ames
Counseling (Academic & other Middle School Issues): Mr. Width
Classroom Issues: Contact teachers directly via email or phone
PTSA: Get involved in North Lake activities
Volunteering: Contact your child’s teachers via email or phone to
find out about volunteer opportunities. We also appreciate
volunteers for Picture Days, Vision/Hearing Screening, and Dances.
Making a
Difference…One
Bulldog at a Time
Thank you . . .
for joining us tonight.
We are looking forward to
meeting your children and
working with you to ensure their
success at North Lake Middle
School.