Summit Intermediate

1. Summit Intermediate

2. Welcome and Introductions • Principal: Lori Arita • Assistant Principals: Natalie Jensen Jeff Ludovico • PTSA President: Cindy Brase

3. Purpose for Orientation Calm any fears, concerns, and hopefully answer any questions.

4. Middle School Philosophy • Interdisciplinary Teaming • Exploratory Classes • Varied Instructional Techniques • Transition Program • Flexible and Block Scheduling • Family and Community Partnerships • High Expectations for All • Educators Committed to Adolescents

5. IntentUpon completion of 3 years of study, students will be prepared to face the future with the following skills: • Mastery of Content Standards • Ability to think reflectively and critically • Develop a commitment to hard work, honesty, and cooperation • Develop effective communication skills • Resolve conflicts • Prepare for a broad range of academic options • Establish confidence in their individual abilities • Understand and appreciate elements of diversity • Commit to physical fitness • Develop effective time-management skills • Develop an awareness of technology • Create a love for lifelong learning

6. Facilities • Different Architecture • Elementary • District Office • Middle School – 19 years

7. Facilities … • 42 Regular Classrooms • Life Skills Classroom - 5 cooking stations, 15 sewing stations • Computer Labs (2) • Air Conditioned Gym/Track and Field • Cafeteria Modernization • Wireless Mobile Computer Lab • Interactive Whiteboards • Sound Systems • Document Cameras • Projectors • Student Response System • District: Technology Center/Home School/Community Day School

8. General Information • 1099 Students • 42 Teachers • 33+ Support Staff

9. General Information (cont.) • Closed Campus – Enter only at office after 7:45 AM • School Hours: - Regular Schedule: 7:45 AM – 2:15 PM - Minimum Day: 7:45 AM – 12:45 PM • First Day of School: • Monday, August 5th, 2013 – Regular Day • NOT A MINIMUM DAY

10. School Spirit • Mascot: Shark • Colors: Teal, Black, White • Motto: PRIDE Personal Responsibility in Developing Excellence

11. 6th Grade: “Marina” • School within a school • Separate lunch schedule • Separate PE classes

12. Master Schedule6 period day + PRIDE • Core Program – - Two core teachers - Language Arts/Social Studies - Math/Science - Xtime - Exploratory - Physical Education

13. Typical 6th Grade Class Schedule • Typical 6th Grade Class Schedule • Period 1: Math – Teacher A (60 minutes) • Period 2: Science – Teacher A (50 minutes) • Period 3: Physical Education (50 minutes) • Period 4: Language Arts– Teacher B (60 minutes) • Period 5 Xtime: (40 minutes) • Lunch: 30 minutes • Period 6: Exploratory – Teacher C (50 minutes) • Period 7: Social Studies – Teacher B (50 minutes)

14. Curriculum • Aligned with Common Core Standards • Sequential • High Expectations for ALL students • Back to School Night

15. Intervention and Extension Programs • GATE/Advanced: To provide an opportunity to interact with gifted peers in a learning environment, GATE/Advanced students are placed in cluster classes which are available in both Language Arts and Mathematics at each grade level. In addition, GATE exploratory classes are scheduled throughout the year to provide enrichment opportunities. • Resource Program: Students requiring Specialized Academic Instruction, will have their needs met through collaborative and pull-out models. • Special Day Classes: Available in all core subjects for identified students. • Language Arts Intervention: An additional period of language arts skills support is an available option in lieu of an exploratory class. • Mathematics Intervention: An additional period of math skills support is an available option in lieu of an exploratory class.

16. Academic Focus on Campus • Principal’s Honor Roll • High Honor Roll Field Trip • Student of the Month • RENAISSANCE • Grade Reports: ESPRI • Progress reports every 6 weeks. Report cards each trimester (12 weeks)

17. Exploratory Classes *All students will rotate through exploratory classes (except band students). Band students will have band as a year-long elective. Examples: Home Economics, Financial Literacy, Introduction to Foreign Language, Careers, Journalism, Art, Computers, Ecology, Character Education, Credit Recovery, etc.

18. Recognition! • Renaissance Program • Wall of PRIDE • Coupons • Shark Sightings! • Gotcha Tickets • Special Events/Meals • Bracelets • Much More!!!

19. Special Programs • Navigating the Shark Tank • PRIDE (Character Education: Anti-Virus) • The Middle School Student’s Guide to Ruling the World (Study Skills)

20. Navigating the Shark Tank Entire School - Setting students up for success! - Expectations - Quality vs. Quantity - Goal Setting - Citizenship/Behavior Expectations

21. Middle School Guide to Ruling the World First six week elective for all 6th graders (excluding band). Study Skills - Organization - Project Planning - Working with Partners/Groups

22. PRIDE/XTIMEPersonal Responsibility in Developing Excellence In addition to extra curriculum support, once a week (on Monday) students will have an advisory period that covers: - Rachel’s Challenge - Bullying - Internet Safety - Plagiarism/Academic Integrity - Self-Esteem Building - No Dissin’ Day - Character Education

23. Lunch *Lunch Windows/Carts in Cafeteria - If you don’t get your first choice, there are always plenty more from which to choose. Students can always bring their lunch. *Seated for first 10 minutes to encourage eating lunch *20 minutes after lunch for restrooms, socializing, playing *This is the only break during the day - No recess

24. Cell phones Students do not need cell phones, but they may bring cell phones to school Cell phones should be turned off and kept in back packs to avoid class disruptions and/or temptation to check for calls or texts during the day Visible cell phones will be collected and available in the office for parent pick-up Refer to District Cell Phone Policy

25. Discipline Program • Praise, praise, praise, praise! • Citizenship Development Plan (CDP) • Alternative Learning Center (ALC) • School Resource Officer • School Citation Program • Safe School Ambassadors

26. Dress Code • Support academics • District-wide dress code • Close-toed shoes and straps on the back for sandals (no flip-flops, slippers) • Tops must cover mid section and have at least 2” on the shoulders • Shorts must be at least fingertip length • No undergarments showing • No torn clothing • Check website for dress code policy

27. Physical Education • 6th graders only have PE with other 6th graders • PE Clothes ($25) • Homework • Fitness Lab • Mile • Activities: State Standards

28. 6th Grade Science CampTentative • Pali Mountain • Three days, two nights • Expected cost: $275 to $300 • Dates to be determined as approved by District

29. Even MORE activities…Tentative • Odyssey of the Mind • Dances • Lunch Time Activities • Field Trips • Drama • Chorus • Activity Classes: Ceramics, Line-Dancing, Badminton, Ping-Pong, etc.

30. Transportation • No buses • Use former bus lane for drop off and pick-up • Patience is a must  • Bike and Skateboard Racks • Supervision from 7:15 AM until 2:30 PM. • Wilson Avenue

31. WOWJuly 30th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM • 6th Grade Transition Program • Permission slips given to student at Elementary Feeder School (Colony/Long) • Optional • Sample Activities • - Locker Relay Races • - Scavenger Hunt • - Goal Setting • - Using the PRIDE Planner

32. Success at the Middle School • Transitioning at the Middle School may take some time for many students. • You can help them stay on top of their new schedules and responsibilities by…

33. Supporting Our Sharks! (SOS) • Intervention Classes • AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) • Student Support Provider • West End Counseling Support Services • Rachel’s Challenge • Safe School Ambassadors • Peer Concern Statements • Credit Recovery Program

34. Middle School Success Tip #1Check Teacher Web for information on homework, upcoming projects, extra credit, copies of assignments…

35. Middle School Success Tip #2Check ESPRI on-line grade book each week

36. Middle School Success Tip #3Check School Website for Daily Information

37. How can I get involved? • Volunteer!!! • PTSA • Fundraiser • Renaissance • Be supportive! Get involved! • Check Websites and sign up for ESPRI

38. Communication • Telephone (909) 899-1704 • ESPRI • Email/Teacherweb • Summit Website • Daily Announcements: 7:45 AM • Dialer • Two way!

39. Student Counter • We do not interrupt classroom instruction for deliveries, messages, etc. (emergencies only) • Student counter • Permission Slips • Flyers • Lost and Found • Delivered items

40. Most Frequently Asked Questions • Students are automatically enrolled. • No teacher requests: Characteristics of teacher that lead to success • Students are given their schedule the first day of school in their homeroom class. • Homerooms are posted on Friday, August 2nd after 4:00 PM • No lockers: Use strong book bags

41. Website http://www.teacherweb.com/CA/SummitIntermediate/SchoolHomePage ESPRI: Etiwanda Student Parent Resource Interface http://www.etiwanda.k12.ca.us

42. First Day of SchoolMonday, August 5th, 2013 Regular School Day 7:45 AM – 2:15 PM (NOT A MINIMUM DAY)

43. Thank you for trusting us with your most precious possession.

44. See you for WOW on July 30th!