Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School 2013-2014

Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School 2013-2014 Welcome Students!

Welcome to the 6th Grade! • This is an important year for you! • I will give you an introduction to school rules, regulations, and information for you to be successful this school year. • If you have any questions during my presentation, please raise your hand and wait to be called on.

All About Me • My Background • I grew up in Compton. • I attended Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Elementary, Walton Junior High, Compton High, and Kansas State University. • My Experience • I’ve been teaching for 16 years. • I have taught 6th grade Math, Science, and Health at this school since 1994. • I was in the Army for 30 years!!!

Mr. Gonzalez Mrs. Hamamoto Mrs. Cortez Mr. Hernandez Ms. Rangel 323-780-6400 Our School Leaders • Our Principal • Mr. Leo Gonzalez • Our Assistant Principals • Mrs. Hamomoto • Mrs. Cortez • Mr. Hernandez • Our School Secretary • Ms. Rangel • Phone: 323-780-6400

Goals • To give you the academic tools you need to complete the 6th grade. • To provide a supportive learning environment. • To have fun while we learn. • To make new friends and discover new interests as we learn and grow.

Class Content • We will cover 6th grade Math, Science and Health • You will get the Common Core Workbooks for Math, Science/Health. • We will be working in Kagan Cooperative Teams of four students. • Some clerical supplies will be available.

Arriving and Leaving School Grounds • Buildings will be open at 7:30 AM. • Buildings will be closing at 3:30 P.M. • You must stay on campus during 7:30 to 3:05 each day. • Classes start at 8:00 AM. Be on time!

Math • We will cover basic 6th grade math. • You will learn about the number system, expressions and equations, statistics & probability, and geometry. • Make sure to bring plenty of paper and a sharpened pencil.

Science and Health • We will explore the Earth structures and visit the school science laboratory. • You will learn how to maintain good health and how to stay away from harmful drugs. • We will make a lot of projects in these classes and perform plays.

Attendance • You must attend classes from 13 August 2013 to 13 Jan 2014 for your 1st Semester attendance and grades.. • Bring a note to teacher if you are absent. • No school on 30 Aug, 2 Sept, 5 Sept

Tardiness • Tardiness disrupts the class. • Be on time every day. • Your grade made be lowered for absences and tardiness.

Visitors • Students can not bring any visitors to school. • Visitor permits are only for your parents. • No outside friends, family, or animals are allowed in classrooms.

Bicycles • Bicycles are to be locked in the bicycle racks only. • Skateboards should be checked in to the main school office before school starts. • Bicycles and skateboards are not to be ridden on campus.

Meal Service • Students will get Breakfast in the Classroom (BLC) during 1st period each day. • Your teacher will assign food monitors to bring food to your classroom. • If you take the breakfast, you must take all the items. • Make sure to throw all trash and garbage in the trash bag. • You can not keep any food to eat later on. • Make sure you keep your class clean every day. • You will have a regular lunch break each day.

Student Store • The student store is located to the right side of the cafeteria area. • You can buy all your school supplies there. Make sure you have enough money. • You can also buy uniforms by the school front door by the main parking lot. There is no regular time they are there, but they set a table out during the first 2 weeks of school.

Clean Campus • Each student must keep our campus clean. • Please clean your area after you finish eating. • Put all litter in the trash cans. • Make sure you keep your classroom clean and straighten the chairs and desks. • Toilet are available through out the school. Make sure you use the closest facility to your classroom. You must have a hall pass and wear an orange vest with your room number on it.

Dress Code • We follow the LAUSD dress code. • Use common sense and dress for success. • No hats, beanies, baggy pants, or revealing clothing. • Shirts must have sleeves and shorts may not be shorter than two inches above the knee.

Electronic Devices • Students may not have iPODs, MP3, games, etc…out during school hours. • All cell phones must be turned off and out of sight. • Be respectful and safeguard school computers and technology.

Your Grades • Students will be receiving grades of A, B, C, D, and F. • Cooperation and work habits marks will be also assessed. (e.g. AEE, FUU) • E – excellent • S – satisfactory • U - unsatisfactory

Phonetic Grades A – as in Alpha B – as in Bravo C – as in Charlie D – as in Delta F – as in Foxtrot

Normal Grading Scale A – 0 to 2 wrong B – 3 to 4 wrong C – 5 to 6 wrong D – 7 to 8 wrong F – 9 or more wrong Sign your name on bottom of the paper. Grader:_____________________

School Telephone/Address • The School office telephone is (323) 780-6400. • Address: 725 South Indiana Street, Los Angeles, 90023 • Robert Louis Middle School website is: • www.rlstevenson.net

Class Rules • Be Prompt • Be Polite • Be Productive • Be Prepared

Team Jobs – 5 weeks Coach – helps students do the work and is the student in charge of the entire team. Must know all the team member’s names and tells teacher who is absent, tardy. Regulates the toilet breaks. Writes down students who break class rules. Recorder – writes for the team and is the spokesperson for the team. Quiet Captain – quiets group by using hand signals. Gives positive feedback to other members on the team. Material Manager – gets all the books, paper, art tools, and pencils for the group as needed.

Things We Got to Do!! Teacher/Student introductions Form Teams of 4 students Make a Social Contract Pass out Books and work books Vote for President and Vice President. Assign daily classroom duties Pass out Syllabus Tour the School Sign all administrative forms and contracts

What are your Questions???

Let’s Have a Great Year!

Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School 2013-2014