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Sixth Grade Orientation. Welcome to Northeastern Clinton Central Middle School Middle School Orientation. Welcome to Middle School. This power point presentation is designed to answer some of your burning questions!. What do I do if I can’t get my locker open?.
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Sixth Grade Orientation Welcome to Northeastern Clinton Central Middle School Middle School Orientation
Welcome to Middle School This power point presentation is designed to answer some of your burning questions!
What do I do if I can’t get my locker open? Oh, man, I don’t want to be late for class! Help! What do I do if I can’t get my locker open?
What do I do if I can’t get my locker open? My teacher is going to be mad! • Ask a friend for help.
What do I do if I can’t get my locker open? They are going to start without me! 2. Tell a teacher.
What do I do if I can’t get my locker open? I need time to get my homework out! 3. Hail down a custodian!
What do I do if I can’t get my locker open? I need to get my bell ringer done! 4. If all else fails, tell someone in the office.
Do.. Keep it organized Keep it Clean Don’t… Keep trash in it Keep your wet bathing suit and towel in it overnight Keep food or drinks overnight Rig the lock
Locker shelves are very helpful in keeping your locker neat and organized.
In EVERY class you will need: Something to write with Your binder/ agenda A textbook
try to PLAN AHEAD go between classes ask teacher
Tell the teacher I don’t feel well, Mrs. Harrigan. Okay Nick, I’ll write you a pass to go see the nurse.
The School Nurse Mrs. Letourneau/ Mrs. Bortnick Evaluate Mint Home/class/rest A mint! Are you kidding me right now!
Medicinal reasons for mints Mint helps with: Migraines Nervousness Stomach disorders Heartburn Cramps
Teachers Expect You To: Arrive to class on time Follow all classroom rules Make sure you write down homework Do your homework in study hall or at home Be respectful of EVERYONE
Homework will be: written in agenda posted on teacher’s websites
100 Book Challenge www.americanreading.com
When you are absent: A parent should notify the office by 9:00 AM and pick up work between 2:00 and 4:00 The day you return, bring an excuse to the office and ask all your teachers for missed work
YES! Unless you have a medical excuse Make up ALL missed classes
Shorts Tee shirt Sneakers Be prepared to go outside, weather permitting After gym class it is suggested you take a shower You will have a gym locker with a lock on it to keep your gym clothes in Make up all missed classes
We are all here to help you! See a teacher School counselors: Ms. LaBarre Ms. Miller
Middle School Counseling Office Ms. LaBarre Ms. Miller
Understanding Your schedule • Period (1-9) • Semester • FY = Full Year • Q1 = Quarter 1 • Q2 = quarter 2 • Q3 = quarter 3 • Q4 = quarter 4 • S1 = semester 1 • S2 = semester 2
ONE FULL YEAR = • 4 Quarters • Q1 = Sept. 3 – Nov. 7 • Q2 = nov. 8 – jan. 20 • Q3 = jan. 22 – apr. 2 • Q4 = apr. 3 – jun. 16 • 2 semsters • S1 = Sept. 3 – Jan. 20 • S2 = jan. 22 – jun. 16
Understanding Your schedule • Class • Section • Subject • Room • Days • 123456 • 135 • 246
Understanding your schedule • Sept. 3 = Day 1 September 2008 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 School Starts Day 1 4 2 5 3 6 7 8 4 9 5 10 6 11 1 12 2 13 14 15 3 16 4 17 5 18 6 19 1 20 21 22 2 23 3 24 4 25 5 26 6 27 28 29 1 30 2
Student recognition luncheon • Once a month • Nominated by teacher • Acknowledges random acts of kindness, school spirit, and good character • Pizza and ice cream party during lunch • Games – wii, dance dance revolution, and more!!!
bullying • Bullying is an act of repeated aggressive behavior in order to intentionally hurt another person, physically or mentally. • Behaviors may include name calling, verbal or written abuse, exclusion from activities, exclusion from social situations, physical abuse, or coercion.
Bullying • When confronted by a bully: • There is power in Numbers! • Ask the bully to stop when surrounded by friends • Distract the bully • Ex: “Hey jon, we’re going to be late to class.” • Be confident, assertive, and stay calm • Tell the bully to “stop it!”, “Leave me alone!”, “whatever!”
bullying • Tell a teacher, counselor, or another faculty member when the previous methods do not stop the bullying • Help students you witness being bullied