Lowe’s Grove Middle School… “TRANSFORMING FUTURES!!” 2017-2018

1. Lowe’s Grove Middle School… “TRANSFORMING FUTURES!!” 2017-2018

2. PURPOSE OF OPEN HOUSE • Meet the principals • Meet your son/daughter’s teachers • Review student’s class schedule • Learn about class procedures and expectations • Get acquainted with the building • Learn about, sign-up, & become an active member of the PTO

3. ADMINISTRATORS • Dr. T. Mitchell - Principal • Ms. S. Boddie- 8th grade Assistant Principal • Mr. T. Duncan- 7th grade Assistant Principal • Mr. T. Pollard- 6th grade Principal resident • Mrs. J . Faison-Johnson- 6th grade Administrative Intern

4. SUPPORT STAFF Ms. Davis- BT Mentor/ Magnet Coordinator Ms. Stacy- Media Specialist • Ms. Walker- English as a Second Lang. (ESL) • Ms. Whitley- Social Worker Mr. Grady - School Nurse Mrs. Reynolds - School Psychologist Ms. L. Norman- 8th grade; 6th grade Explorers School Counselor Ms. G. Leary- 7th grade; 6th grade Navigators School Counselor

5. 6th Grade Teams

6. 7th Grade Teams

7. 8TH Grade Teams

8. ELECTIVES

9. ELECTIVES

10. ELECTIVES

11. EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN

12. EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN

13. LGMS KEY PROCEDURES • ARRIVAL / DISMISSAL • School doors will be open at 7:00am; School begins at 7:30am; • If late parent must come in and sign the student in; • Transportation changes before 11:30am; • Bus stops changes must be made 2 weeks prior (Southwest/Southeast Transportation department.

14. LGMS KEY PROCEDURES • HALLWAY • 10-10 RULE- Student should stay in the classroom during the 1st 10 minutes and the last 10 minutes of each class. • To be on the hall, students should always have a pass • DRESSCODE •  Tights must be worn under pants w/ holes in them • No spaghetti straps; no midriffs or backs showing •  Shorts/skirts must pass the fingertip test • No slide-in shoes • No beltless, baggy pants

15. LGMS KEY PROCEDURES • MEDICATION •  No medication will be given without a doctor’s signature and an official DPS medical form. • No Students should carry medication in their book bags, lockers, etc. All medications must be given to the Nurse or front office staff; • All health records and shots must be completed within 30 days of student enrollment • Please let teacher know of any medical conditions (asthma, seizures, etc.)

16. ATTENDANCE ABSENCES • Parent must call school; • Note must be brought in TARDIES • 3 tardies = written warning from administrator • 6+ = detention/retention TRUANCY COURT • Absence for 10 days w/o medical excuse

17. LGMS TEACHERS & STAFF COMMIT TO DO THE FOLLOWING: • Continuously Communicate w/ Parents • Develop a Student-Centered Classroom • Differentiate Instruction • Integrate Literacy Strategies Across Curriculum • Maintain Instructional / Academic Focus • Engage Students in Higher Level Thinking • Implement School Improvement Plan Initiatives • Continue to Learn & Grow

18. LGMS STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO COMMIT TO DO THE FOLLOWING: • Bringing all your materials to class. • Complete all classwork & homework assignments. • Be on time to all classes. • Always strive to be honest. • Treat others the way you would like to be treated. • Keep hands and feet to yourself.

19. WE ASK FOR LGMS PARENTS TO COMMIT TO THE FOLLOWING: • Get involved & volunteer with the PTO • Communicate with teachers & administrators • Check your son/daughter’s agenda nightly • Ensure your son/daughter reads at home • Provide him/her with a quiet workspace • Ask your son/daughter about his/her day • Encourage your son/daughter to get involved in extracurricular activities

20. Extracurricular Activities • Sports: • Fall: Football, Soccer • Winter: Wrestling & Basketball(Boys & Girls) • Spring: Volleyball, Track, Softball, & Baseball • Cheerleading • Student Government • Band • Chorus

21. (919) 560-3946 • School website – lowesgrove.dpsnc.net • Student agenda books • Parent conferences • PTO meetings • School Messenger • Email

22. LGMS VIKINGS… HAVE VIKING PRIDE!!! Thank You !