Transcript 7th Grade & New Student Orientation
7
th
Grade & New to District Student/Parent Orientation
Wednesday, August 21, 2013 7:00-8:15 p.m.
Welcome
Mr. Brian P. Wallace Principal
Purpose
1. Meet key people 2. Answer frequently asked questions 3. Find classrooms 4. Practice locker 5. Turn in forms
Introductions
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Mrs. Lisa Zelvy Mrs. Jen Lodovico 7 th Grade Assistant Principal 8 th Grade Assistant Principal Mr. Tim Keeton Mr. Ben Brenner Ms. Katie Rouse Administrative Substitute Counselor (A-G) Counselor (H-N) Ms. Jessica Ruggiero - Counselor (O-Z) Mr. Jeff Thamann Student Support Services
People To Know
Mrs. Kirschner Mrs. Marlatt Mrs. Manning Mrs. Beech Mrs. Kramer
Welcome Desk Receptionist Located in the front lobby Attendance Sign-In to visit school General information Assistant Principal Secretary Located in the main office Guidance Secretary Located in the guidance office Principal Secretary Located in the main office
T h e s e l a d i e s c a n h e l p y o u w i t h t h e f o l l o w i n g s e r v i c e s :
Treasurer Located across from the media center Communication with Mrs. Jen Lodovico Mrs. Lisa Zelvy Building usage Discipline Meetings with Mr. Brenner Ms. Rouse Ms. Ruggiero Aves Awards P.I.E. Awards Student records Communication with Mr. Wallace The
Navigator
Web Site Student academic fees Pay-to-Participate fees Obligation Notices Parent Communication form Locker information
PTO
Co-Presidents McCristy Gould Ann Margolis [email protected]
SPIRITWEAR
is on display and can be ordered tonight in the cafeteria!
• Order
online thru September 6 th . Delivery will be on or before September 20 th .
Queencityspirit.com
Veronica Dawson School Nurse
If your child becomes ill during the school day, the nurse will call you to pick up your child. If your child calls you first instead of going to see the nurse, please instruct them to go see the nurse, and then you will be called.
Immunization Requirement
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Proof of T-dap must be on file
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State law requires exclusion from school of students after 9/10/2013, who have not provided proof that the student has received Tdap.
After School Sports/Activities
• It is the parents responsibility to notify the coach or club sponsor of any medical issues related to the student.
• If medications are needed during the sport or club activities, the parent needs to notify the school nurse so we can discuss obtaining physician orders.
• The nurse will train the coaches and club sponsors if needed. • Notification needs to be done for each new sport or club the student attends
Home /School Communication
Featuring:
Parent Portal
Online Fee Payment Center
BYOD Registration
Sycamore Junior High Website
Handouts
Daily Announcements
The NAVIGATOR Newsletter
The Navigator Newsletter
Our school’s newsletter,
The Navigator
, will be e-mailed home to all parents this year. If you do not have access to an e-mail account or wish to receive a printed copy, please make sure you complete the form that will be sent home in the first-day packets.
The Student-Parent Handbook 2013-14 Read through it!
Understand our expectations !
Frequently Asked Questions
Mrs. Lisa Zelvy Assistant Principal
1.
1. What time does school start and end?
School starts at 8:02 and ends at 3:07.
2. Do I have to ride the bus to school?
No, but we highly recommend it!
X X X
Students may not be dropped off at these locations.
3. If my son/daughter needs to leave school for any reason, what do I do?
1. Fill out a “Parent Communication” form and send it into school. Student is responsible for turning it into the front office after checking in with their first bell teacher.
2. You will need your photo ID to pick up your child. (If it is not the parent or an older sibling picking up the student, the adult picking up needs to be listed on the EMR form.) 3. Student is responsible to be in the lobby at pick up time so we do not have to interrupt classes with reminder calls.
4.
What do I wear to school?
Presentable clothes.
Read dress code carefully!
5.
When do I eat lunch?
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During your 5 th bell class. You have 49 minutes of class and 30 minutes for lunch.
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Sodas and energy drinks are not to be brought to school.
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Only two snacks will be permitted.
6.
Where do I find my locker?
Your locker is near your 7 th bell class in most circumstances. Larger classes may be assigned differently (i.e. choir).
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What do I need for the first day of school?
Paper, pen/pencil, your summer reading book and assignment. Check school supply list.
8. Can I carry my book bag to classes on the first day of school?
Yes.
9. Am I allowed to carry my book bag to my classes once I’ve been assigned a locker?
No.
10. Can I bring my own computer?
Yes, you must register the device and complete modules to receive an “Aviator Boarding Pass” on Parent Portal!
BYOD
is
OPTIONAL
and your
RESPONSIBILITY
.
11. If I forget something like my lunch, athletic equipment, or assignments, can my parents drop it off?
Yes, but we do not interrupt classes, so you will need to check the
Sports Drop Off Box
in the lobby or the
front desk
between classes to see if it has arrived.
12.
What is the Aviator Bell?
Let’s ask Mr. Wallace!
The Aviator Bell
• • Between 4 th and 5 • 27 minutes long th period - 11:32-11:59 a.m.!
• Un-graded • Heterogeneous groupings • • Announcements – use planner
Monday
: Character Traits are highlighted each week and challenges are presented to live our Pillars of Character!
Respect , Responsibility , Pride , Integrity , Generosity , Citizenship Tuesday – Friday
: Academic Assistance, Study skills, organization, service activities, test taking skills, homework help, SSR, assemblies, intervention/enrichment, etc .
13.
How do I read my schedule?
14.
If I have a question/concern what do I do?
Talk with the person closest to issue (call or e-mail).
– Classroom/curriculum/grades teacher/counselor – Schedule counselor – Attendance, records, fees – Safety administrators secretaries
When in doubt – press “0”, we will help guide you.
Problem-Solving Model
Problem?
Student and parent talk to the person involved
Identify solution
Develop plan of action
Agree
Disagree go to next level of authority
15.
What Can I do as a Student to be a Successful at SJH?
1. Come to school every day!
2. Be on time for school every day!
3. Get involved.
4. Do your homework every day.
5. Follow the rules every day.
6. Respect yourself and others (peers, teachers, parents) at all times.
7. If you need help, ask someone!
16. What can I do as a parent to help my child be successful at SJH?
1. Send your child to school!
2. Make sure they get here on time if you transport them.
3. Get involved.
4. Make a plan for homework and stick to it.
5.
Check Parent Portal…be a cheerleader!
6. Encourage them to fix own mistakes – make no excuses.
You make difference!
Extracurriculars
Mrs. Jen Lodovico Assistant Principal
Interscholastic Athletics
FALL Cross Country (Boys and Girls) Football (Boys) Golf (Boys and Girls) Cheerleading (Girls) Volleyball (Girls) Soccer (Boys and Girls) Tennis (Girls) WINTER Basketball (Boys and Girls) Cheerleading (Girls) Swimming/Diving (Boys and Girls) Wrestling (Boys) GO SPRING Baseball (Boys) Lacrosse (Boys and Girls) Softball (Girls) Tennis (Boys) Track & Field (Boys and Girls)
Clubs/Activities
Art Club Boy Choir Intramurals Math Club Partner’s Club Spirit Club Sycamore Singing Co .
Beta Club Builders Club Jazz Ensemble Newcomers Club Power of the Pen Student Council Walking Club Black Student Union Drama Club Latin Club Outdoor Club Ski Club S.A.D.D.
Yearbook Students will get more information in September!
Aviator Flight Fest & 5K
School Spirit
Mr. Brenner Ms. Rouse Ms. Ruggiero and SJH Cheerleaders
Let’s Go Aves!!
Closing Comments
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Beta Club members (in black T-shirts) will be in the halls to assist you.
Refreshments and Spirit Wear are in the cafeteria.
Maps, summer reading information, parent articles, are available in the front lobby.
Copies of schedules are available in Room 130 across the hall from the Auditorium.
Turn in all forms in the front lobby.
Pay academic fees and use laptops to complete on-line forms in the Media Center Get involved!
Open House - Tuesday –September 3, 2013 @ 6:00 p.m.
Meet teachers & follow your child’s schedule!
Have a great year!!!