7th grade parent orientation

1. 7th grade parentorientation Broadview Middle School Planning for future success!

2. School Counseling Department • Michael Lynch 6-1 to 7-1 790-2858 lynchm@danbury.k12.ct.us • Shantay Primus 6-2 to 7-2 790-2803 primus@danbury.k12.ct.us • Tany Douangta 6-3 to 7-3 790-2854 douant@danbury.k12.ct.us Linda Polo - Secretary 790-2895 pololi@danbury.k12.ct.us

3. 7-1 Cluster Teachers….. English – A. Prybylski prybya@danbury.k12.ct.us Math – N. Bach bachno@danbury.k12.ct.us Science –J. Brewster brewsj@danbury.k12.ct.us Social Studies – L. Lopez lopezl@danbur.k12.ct.us Reading – A. Fuller fullea@danbury.k12.ct.us Special Education – S. Varga vargas@danbury.k12.ct.us Counselor – M. Lynch lynchm@danbury.k12.ct.us Administrator – J. Battaglia battaj@danbury.k12.ct.us

4. 7-2 Cluster Teachers…. English – B. Cullagh cullab@danbury.k12.ct.us Math – R. Scalzo scalzri@danbury.k12.ct.us Science – S. Solimene solims@danbury.k12.ct.us Social Studies – R. Singleton singlr@danbury.k12.ct.us Reading –S. Joy joysus@danbury.k12.ct.us Special Education – T. Clarkson clarkt@danbury.k12.ct.us Counselor - S. Primus primus@danbury.k12.ct.us Administrator - N. Rhodes rhoden@danbury.k12.ct.us

5. 7-3 Cluster Teachers…. English – L. Kennedy kennel@danbury.k12.ct.us Math - D. Kolwicz kolwid@danbury.k12.ct.us Science – N. Lalier lalien@danbury.k12.ct.us Social Studies – D. Mottola mottod@danbury.k12.ct.us Reading – V. Maldonado maldov@danbury.k12.ct.us Special Education – R. Vaughn vaughr@danbury.k12.ct.us Counselor – T. Douangta douant@danbury.k12.ct.us Administrator – N. Rhodes rhoden@danbury.k12.ct.us

6. Additional Support Staff School Psychologist - Dr. Paula Grayson School Social Worker - Mrs. Lori Sollose Social Skills Counselor - Mrs. Christine Miller Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Mrs. Christine Bulmash Special Ed. Facilitator - Mrs. Christine Holmes Bilingual Support - Mrs. Maria Garcia and ESL/ELL Mrs. Val Anderson

7. 7th Grade English • Students read and respond to classical & contemporary texts. • Concentration on the persuasive essay. • Students apply the conventions of standard English.

8. 7th Grade Reading • Personal choice selections. • Use of book clubs, literature circles, visual literacy. • Projects include book reviews, multi-media presentations. • Students will also develop reading for information skills and reading to perform tasks. • Weekly reading logs are due as assigned by teacher.

9. 7th Grade Math Program • Pre-Algebra - limited enrollment - determined by Math Dept. Head based on… • Student’s performance throughout the year. • End of year assessment in grade 6. • Math 7

10. 7th Grade Life Science • Study of an amazing topic – LIFE • The year begins by learning about cells and heredity and moves on to study all the different systems in the human body.

11. Summit Program • The Summit Program is now an after school program held here at Broadview Middle School. • Students are selected based on elementary school testing • Advisor - Mr. Jeff Brewster

12. 7th Grade American History • History of our country – From European Colonization to Civil War and Reconstruction. • Study skills emphasized include historical thinking, analysis of primary source documents, research skills, timelines, persuasive writing.

13. Global Endeavors Philadelphia Trip • Informational Meeting on Tuesday June 5th from 6 to 7 PM • Tied to Social Studies Curriculum • 2011-2012 - 1/3 of 7th graders attended • Some of the sites include • Independence Hall • Liberty Bell • Franklin Institute • Valley Forge

14. World Languages French 1 Spanish 1 • Criteria for taking a World Language • Student’s academic achievement and student interest • College-bound students will need an additional 2-3 years of a world language on the high school level. • REQUIRES FULL YEAR COMMITMENT W/ NO OPTION OF DROPPING COURSE

15. 7th Grade P.E. Program • Cross Cluster classes. • Activities include football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, dance, jump rope, fitness, floor hockey, handball and track and field. • Performance tests. • Appropriate dress in uniform colors and sneakers. • Behavior and participation are part of grade.

16. Performing Arts Classes • General Chorus • Concert Choir (by audition) • Band • Orchestra • Jazz Band - meets after school, one day a week.

17. Exploratory Arts…….. For students not taking a Language • Art • Music

18. 7th Grade Sample Schedule • 8 period day • 5 periods for core academic classes • English • Reading • Math • Social Studies • Science 1 period for P.E. 2 days per week AND OPTIONS FOR OTHER 3 DAYS: • Chorus • Band • Orchestra • Concert Choir (by audition) 1 period for FOREIGN LANGUAGE OR EXPLORATORY ARTS 1 period for Lunch

19. CMT’s in March…….. • Reading, Writing, and Math. • Importance of doing well on the test • CMT Preparatory Classes after school

20. Planning for Success • Attitude • Achievement • Attendance • Volunteerism • Parental Involvement

21. Planning for Success (cont.) • Use of Broadview Agenda • Pertinent information regarding school and district policies • Homework completion is key to academic success.

22. Student Success Plan • What is a Student Success Plan? • Focused goal setting • Use of Naviance computer program • New initiative beginning in the fall of 2012 • Grade 6-12

23. Extended Learning After School Program • Available for all students • Monday through Thursday - 2:30 to 4:30 • Many activities for students to participate in along with Homework Help • Transportation is provided • Contact number (203) 797-4733

24. Congratulations…… • You’ve survived another year……… • Our best wishes to your sons and daughters for continued success!