Welcome, Parents of incoming 7 th grade students!

1. Welcome, Parents of incoming 7th grade students!

2. CVMS Contacts Laurie Francis, Principal Jeff Copeland, Asst. Principal Adam Camacho, Asst. Principal Toni Zurcher, Counselor A-H Lisa Curry, Counselor I-Mf Karen Infantino, Counselor Mg-Z

3. Carmel Valley PTSA Rocks! • Positions Open for 2011-12: • Recording Secretary • VP Technology • VP Volunteers • EBlast If interested, contact: cmarkslaw@yahoo.com (858) 523-0140

4. CVMS Clubs Game Club Card Club Karaoke Club Math Counts Club Live Art Club Science Olympiad Chess Club And many more! All Clubs Meet During Lunch

5. Orientation August 17 Student registration form (access on-line) 8th grade WEB leaders give the tour and answer questions Fun, music and pizza! Parents will learn: about community issues and safety how to support your child’s social/emotional development how to access to school resources online how to support your child’s academic success Time will be provided to meet other Bobcat parents, purchase PE clothes, spirit wear, yearbooks, and join PTSA!

6. We are here to help! • Personal issues: • Problems with friends – conflict resolution • Gossip and bullying • Divorce, illness, loss • Decision making • Communication with teachers • And advice on parenting for you!

7. We are here to help! • Academic: • Improving grades • Organization • Study skills • High School and College questions • Career Exploration

8. For parents of students from private schools, etc… • Read the Registration Instructions on the Registration Information page of the counseling website. • Make an appointment with our registrar, Lee Ann Howe, x3005 ASAP • You will need verification of residency, immunization records, etc. • Once registered, make an appt. for math placement test

9. Important Registration forms Print and use the registration checklist to be certain you have all required forms • Make sure you have thoroughly completed each required form • If anything is missing, you will notified that your registration is not complete. • If you need time to gather immunization records, turn in what you have for now. Don’t forget the new requirement for a Tdap booster shot. • You do not need to sign the verification of residency form in our presence if you are enrolling from a feeder public school

10. Very Important Dates(see this info on reg. web page) • March 31 – return registration packet to 6th grade teacher with the CHECKLIST on top. • April 1 – band & orchestra auditions • April 18 – 29: math placement testing • May 5 – 10: math placement test results with suggested math course MAILED home • May 13 – Math Course Selection Form Due to 6th grade teachers. • 5/14, 5/17 or 5/19– Algebra Honors Readiness Test • August 17- Orientation

11. Math Placement Test Ashley Falls April 21st Carmel Del Mar April 19th Del Mar Heights April 18th Del Mar Hills April 26th Ocean Air April 29th Sage Canyon April 25th Solana Pacific April 20th Sycamore Ridge April 26th Torrey Hills April 27th Private school students must arrange to take the math placement test with the CV Counseling Secretary. Contact LeeAnn Howe for an appointment at ext 3005.

12. School Hours and Period Schedule8:30 a.m. to 3:05 p.m.

13. 7th Grade Class Schedule

14. CV English Course Options

15. CV Math Course Selection

16. SUPPORT CLASSES • Before school support class – fills in identified skill gaps in math or English • Pre Algebra Topics support class – replaces elective – gives additional instruction to support placement and success in pre-algebra.

17. All Placements are final… • …after June 16th • We do not re-evaluate math and English placements or re-test in August. • We do not accept “tutoring” to advance a level in math.

18. Electives: Time to Have Fun! • Your child has space for one year long elective or two semester classes • Please let your child choose • We will be scheduling for the year, and we do make an effort to give your child their first or second choice, but 8th graders have priority • Number top 6 choices (in order of preference) • BE sure to select your PE as well

19. Electives *Indicates elective options that require a supplemental form. ie. Intent form for Band or application

20. Drama INTRO TO DRAMA A variety of Drama Activities Pantomime Monologues Character Analysis Improvisation Scene Work The class focuses on building student self confidence, creative expression, and cooperative learning. ADVANCED DRAMA Builds on the basic acting skills developed in the Introduction to Drama course. Performance-based class Students will present scenes for classes Perform school-wide plays All aspects of theatre, such as: acting, directing, lighting and sound, costume/make-up, and publicity.

21. Art / Advanced Art • Curriculum based on • Elements and Principles of Design. • Mediums Explored • paint • clay • watercolor • pen and ink • paper mache • oil pastels • collage • crayons • markers • colored pencils • found object • Advanced art builds off General Studio • Art and is only offered second semester.

22. Multimedia & Video Production Year-long • Basic Computer Literacy • Internet Safety • Keyboarding • Web Design • Photoshop • Flash Animation • Video Production

23. Journalism The CVMS Newspaper (The Lynx) The Literary Magazine (Bobbed Tales) Journalism staff members are: Strong independent workers Excellent writers Photographers & Interviewers Quick learners Willing to write editorials and news articles Journalism staff members use: Photoshop InDesign Digital Cameras

24. Yearbook Creates: The CVMS Yearbook Yearbook staff members are: Strong independent workers Able to edit page lay-outs Photographers Quick learners Willing to help classmates Able to meet deadlines Yearbook staff members use: Web-based yearbook software program Photoshop InDesign Digital Cameras

25. Associated Student Body Leadership

27. HEROES H Help better the school and community E Exemplify the qualities of an outstanding citizen RReach out to peers and youngsters in need of friendship and advice O Optimize opportunities to be a positive role model E Educate peers and the community about leading a healthy, drug-free lifestyle SSeek solutions to problems facing our school and community

28. Introductory Semester Class • Photoshop • Basic Computer Technology • Microsoft Word • Google Docs • Social Media Safeguards • Internet Literacy • PowerPoint

29. Academic Success New Study Skills and Media Literacy Study Skills • Organization, time management, goal setting, memorization, test taking strategies. Media Literacy • Understanding and using the internet effectively • Using the computer for academic success

30. What is AVID? • AVID is an acronym for Advancement via Individual Determination. It is a college prep program designed to increase school wide learning and performance.

31. Typical Week in AVID Elective

32. About World language requirements… Language is not a requirement for a high school diploma Two or more years of the same language taken consecutively are required for entrance to a 4 year university We recommend students begin a language no later than 9th grade. If your child chooses to begin Spanish in grade 7, she/he will not have an opportunity to take any other electives during middle school.

33. More about Language options • Students who begin Spanish in 7th must go on to Spanish 2 in 8th, Spanish 3 in 9th… • In 8th grade, students may choose to begin Spanish or French • Current course offerings in 9th grade include Spanish, French, Japanese, Chinese, American Sign Language.

34. Music Program • Band & Orchestra • Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced • No piano, harp, or guitar • Beginning Band Percussion – 2-year minimum • piano requirement/mini-audition • Placement Auditions (unless a beginner) – online sign-up • You must select Band or Orchestra on your plan sheet and complete the Band/Orchestra application (get form online) • PE Credit • Music Boosters

35. Physical Education Options • General PE • Band or Orchestra to replace PE Band/Orchestra students have the choice.. Band + PE Band/Orchestra (replace PE) + another elective • ISPE (Application – highly competitive individual sport)

36. Independent Study P.E. • Is this an option for my student? 1) Needs to be an individual sport/activity (no team sports) 2) Five possible criteria 3) Must be highly competitive/”exceptional athletes” (tournaments, meets, etc.) or “advanced level” for Criteria #2 students 4) Must have direct instruction by qualified individual with proper insurance (minimum of 400 instructional minutes bi-weekly/200 per week) • Advantages vs. Disadvantages of ISPE • Applications available online & hard copies available by May 1st • Applications DUE by August 6th to Mr. Camacho (look for summer hours/other directions on website by May 1st) Notes: ISPE is a pass/fail class; individual coach required; be sure students are at “advanced” or “exceptionally gifted” athletes before enrolling • Contact Adam Camacho, Assistant Principal, if you have questions: adam.camacho@sduhsd.net

37. Athletics – Boys & Girls Club FALL SPORTS WINTER SPORTS SPRING SPORTS TEXT TEXT TEXT TEXT • Flag Football • Girls Volleyball • Cross County • Golf • Girls Field • Hockey • Wrestling • Boys Basketball • Girls Basketball • Track & Field • Boys Volleyball

38. Academic Support Services • CVMS Math Support: Before school math tutoring – schedule online • Saturday Academic Support: 2 hours of academic support in Math, English, History and Science • Academic Power Hour Tutors from the high schools earn community service credit for helping students • Productive Academic Work (PAW): 25 minutes daily following lunch

39. Aeries Parent Portal Allows you to check schedule, grades, attendance

40. Organization and Supplies • Students are issued textbooks which remain at home. A class set is available for use at school. • Most students need a backpack, binders, pens, pencils, paper, dividers • It helps to have a supply of markers and poster board • Each teacher will provide a suggested list of supplies for their class during the first week.

41. How to help your child have an awesome year! Read the newsletter and know when report cards are issued and posted on AERIES parent portal Set a consistent structure for homework time Expect your child to use the agenda book to record assignments Have your child show you the assignments and repack their notebook before homework time is officially “over”. Expect your child to do 1 1/2 to 2 hours of homework a night – more with Honors classes or Spanish

42. Completing the Registration Materials Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Submit 7th Grade registration materials to sixth gradeteachers by March 31, 2010 Review options with your student. Complete the 7th Grade registration materials.

43. Your Counselor is…. ….Your support system! ….a Parenting resource ….someone you can share with confidentially Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have concerns!

44. Questions ? Carmel Valley Middle School www.sduhsd.net/cv (858)481-8221 San Dieguito Union High School District www.sduhsd.net