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TAMAQUA AREA MIDDLE SCHOOL

TAMAQUA AREA MIDDLE SCHOOL. 2012-2013 AUGUST 6, 2012. 6 th Grade Orientation. INTRODUCTION SPECIAL SERVICES SCHOOL DAY INFO STUDENT HANDBOOK AND PROCEDURES CAFETERIA PROCEDURES HEALTH SERVICES CYBER ISSUES. Special Education Services.

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TAMAQUA AREA MIDDLE SCHOOL

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  1. TAMAQUA AREA MIDDLE SCHOOL 2012-2013 AUGUST 6, 2012

  2. 6th Grade Orientation • INTRODUCTION • SPECIAL SERVICES • SCHOOL DAY INFO • STUDENT HANDBOOK AND PROCEDURES • CAFETERIA PROCEDURES • HEALTH SERVICES • CYBER ISSUES

  3. Special Education Services • The Tamaqua Area School District provides services for students with disabilities. • Please contact Mrs. Gardiner or the Middle School Office for more information.

  4. Guidance/Library • Mrs. Brickler – Guidance Counselor • Mrs. LeMasters – Librarian • 6TH Grade – Guidance/Study Skills

  5. 1st Day Student Folders – Forms • Photo Permission • Free/Reduced Lunch Forms • Emergency Forms • Handbook and Policies • Medication • Transportation Letter • Demerit Letter • FERPA and Privacy

  6. Schedules • Conflicts • Cycles • PSSA • Supplemental Courses

  7. Academic Difference • Homework counts toward the overall grade!!!! • STUDENT PLANNERS! Must be Signed Weekly. • Students have individualized schedules and move throughout the building changing classes. • Variety of subjects: Mathematics, Social Studies, Language Arts, Science, Reading, Health, Physical Education, Art, Music, and Tech Ed.

  8. Academic Differences • The library and computer labs are available for student use provided that the Internet Access Policy permission form is returned. • From our website… Online grades - MMS Parent Portal Click the above link to set up an account to access your son/daughter's grades online.

  9. School Day • Doors open at 7:00 a.m. each morning. • From 7:30 a.m. until 7:35 lockers. • Students must be IN homeroom by the conclusion of the bell. • Tardy students must report to the office for a late pass.

  10. Bell Schedule • The school day is a 9 period day. • 7 – 42 minute class periods • 1 – 42 minute lunch period • 1 – 42 minute activity period devoted to supervised homework, tutoring, clubs, or intramurals.

  11. Dismissal • Normal dismissal on all school days is 2:25 p.m. • Buses depart from the back of the school beginning at approximately 2:30 p.m. • Walkers depart from the main lobby of the school at dismissal. • Students must exit the building by 2:30 p.m. unless they have permission from a teacher. • Pick-ups – The back road is closed from 2:15 until the buses depart.

  12. Dress Code • Policy is online. www.tamaqua.k12.pa.us • Clothes must be clean and sized appropriately. • Backpacks must be clear, NOT MESH! • Students must change for physical education. • Clothing available – • Contact Office.

  13. Electronic Devices • Cell phones, Cameras, Mp3 Players, Game Systems must be turned off and left in your locker. • Any pictures taken of school activities placed on the Internet make you subject to disciplinary action with Police Referral.

  14. Bus and Cafeteria Behavior • Any inappropriate behavior in the cafeteria or on the bus can lead to a loss of privileges. • Loss for Bus Transportation. • Café Detention.

  15. Internet & Cyberbullying • Any inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and will result in loss of privileges and possible police referral. • Texting, IM, Facebook, MySpace, Emails, etc.

  16. Discipline • Review the Student/Parent Handbook www.tamaqua.k12.pa.us

  17. Consequences for Misbehavior • Written assignments from faculty. • Teacher detentions to complete work. • The student will be given 24 hr notice before he/she is expected to serve detention. • Parents are responsible for transportation.

  18. Consequences for Misbehavior • Discipline may be verbal reprimand, detention, suspension, or similar consequence. • A discipline form will be completed with a copy given to the student to take home. An additional copy will be mailed home to the parent/guardian. • A student serving an out-of-school suspension will not be permitted on school property and is expected to complete assignments. • Detentions 2:30 – 3:30 • Saturday Detentions 8:00 – 11:00

  19. Emergency Pass/Lavatory Procedure • The lavatory is to be used between classes. • Emergency Pass to Nurse or Office Pass from Mr. Czapla. • Student Planner Insert.

  20. Tardy to School & Class • Each student is allowed to be tardy three times for the year. Detention will result for each additional tardy. • Excessive tardy mornings can result in citations.

  21. Homework & Participation • Failing to do either may result in parent contact and possible disciplinary action. • Academic Detentions

  22. Planners • Assignments must be recorded daily. Parents must sign weekly. Failing to manage your planner will result in disciplinary action.

  23. Accelerated Reading - AR • Each student is required to read AR in their study hall until they meet the point requirements. • Periods 1 – 8 – Read AR. • Period 9 – Complete homework or read AR. • AR devices are allowed with written parent permission.

  24. Progress Reports • Progress reports indicating unsatisfactory academic progress may be mailed/emailed to parents or guardians at any time. • MMS Parent Portal – Allows parents to monitor grades daily.

  25. Café Procedures Students report to the café and remain at their assigned table until a faculty member calls their table. Students are only permitted to carry a $5.00 negative balance. No lunch will be issued past $5.00 of debt. Once every student has been served lunch, snacks may be purchased with teacher permission. Regular Lunch $2.40

  26. Café Procedures • Upon completion of your meal, garbage and trays are to be returned to the appropriate areas. • Students must obtain permission from the faculty member on duty to leave the café. • At the appropriate time, students will be dismissed by the faculty and staff in charge.

  27. Breakfast • Breakfast is available daily for everyone from 7:00AM-7:30AM. • If you are Free/Reduced approved you qualify for F/R Breakfast.

  28. Lockers • It is your responsibility to keep them clean. • Do not leave clothing, food, or drinks in your locker. • Do not share your locker combinations.

  29. Communication • Students are encouraged to ask questions if they are having difficulty in class. • Students are encouraged to request assistance from the teachers during class, during study periods or after school.

  30. Policies (Online) • Bullying, Harassment, and Hazing • Electronic Devices: Ipod, mp3, phones, and cameras. • Searches • Threats • Drug and Alcohol • Tobacco • Weapons • Attendance • Dress Code

  31. Attendance • Parents are asked to please call the school to report a child’s absence. • Absence notes must be returned within 2 school days as per District and County Policy. Absences without proper excuses are unlawful days, which could result in citations. • The student is responsible to communicate with the teacher concerning missed assignments ASAP.

  32. Attendance • After 10 days of absence, a student must provide a Dr.’s note for each additional day or face citations. • Excused absences for educational trips fall within the 10 day limit. • After 30 days of absence, notes do not have to be accepted. • Consequences • Citations, C&Y Referral, Truancy Court, and loss of driving privilege.

  33. Textbooks • You will be held financially responsible for any damage. • All textbooks must be covered for their protection.

  34. School Store • T-Shirts, book socks and school supplies can be purchased during lunch.

  35. Extracurricular Activities • Band, MAGIC, Chorus, Math Counts, Yearbook, Spelling Club, Lego Club, Academic Clubs, National Junior Honor Society, Library Aides, Student Council, Geography Club, Drama, Ecology Club, and Intramural sports. • Interscholastic sport teams are sponsored in basketball, wrestling, cross country, football, cheerleading, and track & field.

  36. Raider Run • 2009-2012 - $25,000 • Grade 6 – 8 Field Trips, Guest Speakers, as well as Art Exhibits. • Milkshake Party • $50 Toys R Us – Gift Card

  37. DATE TO REMEMBER! OPEN HOUSE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2012 6:30 PM

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