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April 3, 2003

April 3, 2003. Welcome Parents. Central Park Middle School Parent Orientation to 6th Grade. Introductions. Dr. Tebbano, Principal Mr. DeLorenzo, Asst. Principal Mrs. Dalrymple, Counselor (A - K) Mrs. Hall, Counselor (L - Z) Megan and Garrett - 6th grade students at CPMS

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April 3, 2003

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  1. April 3, 2003

  2. Welcome Parents Central Park Middle School Parent Orientation to 6th Grade

  3. Introductions • Dr. Tebbano, Principal • Mr. DeLorenzo, Asst. Principal • Mrs. Dalrymple, Counselor (A - K) • Mrs. Hall, Counselor (L - Z) • Megan and Garrett - 6th grade students at CPMS • Mr. Kosiur, Co-President PTO

  4. Spring 2002Transition Activities • CPMS Newsletters • are sent to Elementary • Classes each month.

  5. Principal Breakfast • In January, the principals of our elementary schools were invited to a breakfast meeting with the CP principal and assistant principal. We had an opportunity to share ideas and talk about ways to make the transition to middle school smoother.

  6. Welcome Letter • Current 6th graders write friendly letters to 5th grade students and describe our school and what it is like to be in 6th grade.

  7. Intake Sheets • Student informational intake sheets are completed by 5th grade teachers and reviewed by guidance counselors, teachers, and administrators at Central Park.

  8. Conversations Continue • Informal email and telephone questions between CPMS and elementary teachers/administrators occur throughout the spring.

  9. 5th - 6th Grade Teacher Meeting On April 14th, 5th grade teachers from all of our elementary schools and 6th grade teachers from the three middle schools will participate in a planning/best practice workshop. This event is being sponsored by the GE Fund Middle School Extension Grant.

  10. Getting Comfortable with Middle School Day long visitation to CPMS. Each student gets a 6th grade “buddy” for the day. Students attended classes and see the middle school up close and personal! Students at Lunch!

  11. Enjoying a Visit to CPMS!

  12. More Happy Visitors

  13. After a Visit we Re-Group!

  14. Hey, we have Everyday Math Here too! Do we have to leave?

  15. Central Park AwardedNYS School of Excellence In October 1999, Central Park Middle School was recognized as a New York State Blue Ribbon School of Excellence

  16. Program of Study 5 Core Subjects (Taught Every Day) English, Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies

  17. Two Encore Classes • Physical Education - all year every other day • Music - every other day 1/2 year • Language/Culture Theme - every other day 1/2 year • Computer - 20 weeks, every day • Art - 10 Weeks, every day • Home & Careers - 10 Weeks, every day

  18. Enrichment Activity Period (EA) • Students are encouraged to participate in EA clubs. • The activities are sponsored by teachers and staff members. • If students do not choose an activity, they remain in a classroom Study Hall • EA Period is a part of the school day 2:05 - 2:40 PM • Music groups meet during EA

  19. Parent Transition Issues • All students are randomly assigned to teams. • The only exceptions are High Ability English, High Ability Math, and Special Education assignments. • We are unable to honor requests for specific teams or student pairings.

  20. TONYSS Assessment The district administers this assessment in April - May. Scores from the Terra Nova assessment are used as a guide for placement in accelerated classes for 7th grade. Final Exams District-wide finals exams are cumulative and are given in English, Math, Science, and Social Studies. They count for 20% of a course grade. 6th grade is the first time your child will take a comprehensivefinal exam. District Testing Schedule

  21. Discipline Issues • The role of the Assistant Principal • Detention/Suspension • The “I” List • Mediation Programs • LOJ Programs • Project SAVE Legislation

  22. Parent Help Necessary • First Time Bus Riders - You will receive information from our Transportation Dept. • Attendance - We want your child here every day he/she is not ill. • Tardy - you MUST send your child with a note when he/she is late for school. • Late Bus - Every day at 3:45 PM. This bus does not stop at every regular bus stop. • Bus Safety - Riding a bus to school is a privilege!

  23. Lockers • 6th graders’ biggest fear! • No sharing lockers • Keep lock combination a secret. • You may bring your own lock. • For a $5.00 deposit, students may use a school lock. Deposits are returned at the end of the year. • Teachers will teach and review locker organization. • Backpacks are kept in lockers and must be small enough to fit.

  24. Communication Between Home and School • Monthly Newsletter - Ask your child if you don’t see it by the 3rd of the month! • Teacher/Parent Phone Calls • Homework Hotline • Guidance Counselors • Agenda Planners • Interim Progress Reports • Report Cards • Parent/Teacher/Student Conference • Email

  25. Communication and Safety • The safety of every CPMS student is important to us. • We MUST be able to contact you or a relative during the day. • In the event of a 911 emergency, the paramedics will not treat your child without your approval and consent, at the time of the emergency. Beepers Number Cell Phone Number Let us know when numbers change.

  26. The Student Perspective • Experience With Transition • Expectations in Middle School • Advise for Parents and Students

  27. Services & Student Recognition • Student Services • Awards Programs and Recognition • Promotion Policy • How To Succeed in Middle School

  28. After School Program • 5 days a week, October- May • 2:40 - 5:10 PM • Late Bus available • Homework Help • Classes • Snacks • Sports • Contests, Field Trips, and much more!

  29. Parent Groups include: PTO and Shared Decision Making Team. Chaperoning Field Trips/Dances, etc. Attendance at school functions School Committees Parent Conferences Note Please do not believe your child when they tell you that we do not want your help, assistance, or that they did all their homework in EA. Parent Involvement

  30. Summer Opportunity • Transition Summer Program – funded by the GE Middle School Extension Grant • Ms. Ng and Ms. Hartkern • Weeks of July 15th and July 22nd • Three page information sheets will be passed out. • One week, ½ day, fun-filled opportunity

  31. Next 6th Grade Orientation Tuesday, August 27th 9:00 - 11:30 AM Students will get their schedule, meet some teachers, tour the building, and become prepared for their first day of 6th grade. Parents are welcome to attend but your attendance is not necessary.

  32. Summer 2002 • Summer Reading Assignment • District Mailings • District Calendar • Bus Information • Schedule from C.P. • August Orientation Reminder

  33. Locker Night for 6th graders • Wednesday, August 28th 6:30 - 7:30 PM • Students will have an opportunity to get their assigned hall locker, decorate it if they like, and put their lock on the locker.

  34. 6th Grade Welcome Dance Friday, September 13th 7-9 PM Cost - $2.00 6th graders only Sponsored by our 8th grade class and the PTO.

  35. Questions & Answers • We are happy to answer your questions now. • If you have questions later in the summer, please feel free to call us. • The school telephone number is 370-8250.

  36. Central Park Motto “Climbing the Hill to a High Education!”

  37. The End Have A Good Evening and thank you for coming. Refreshments, compliments of our PTO, are being served in the front hallway.

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