John F. Kennedy Middle School Grade 6 Parent Orientation

1. John F. Kennedy Middle SchoolGrade 6 Parent Orientation May 1, 2012 & May 2, 2012

2. Presentation Topics • Introductions • Facts about JFK Middle • Grade 6 Programming • Bell Schedule • 2012-2013 School Goals • Arrival/Dismissal Procedures • Important Dates • Questions

3. Learning Community Introductions • Administrators • Department Chairs • Guidance Counselors • Grade 6, 7, 8 Teachers • Pupil Services Staff & Paraprofessionals • Secretaries (Main, House, and Guidance Offices) • Custodians • Cafeteria Staff • PTO

4. Facts About JFK Middle School • Current Student Enrollment: 1,220 • Certified and Non-Certified Staff: 170 • Opened in 1969 • Named after the 35th President of the United States • Mascot - Patriot • Mantra - PATRIOT PRIDE! • NEASC Accredited • Chapter Member of the National Junior Honor Society • Team Structure: Interdisciplinary • Monthly Newsletter - In The Middle • Regionally Competitive Instrumental and Vocal Music Program • After School Clubs and Activities • Active Parent Teacher Organization • After School Program (ERfC)

5. JFK Middle School Layout

6. Grade 6 Programming • Interdisciplinary Teams • Regular Education Interventions (Math and Reading) • Special Education • Accelerated Math Offering (new math progression) • Electives • Instrument or Vocal Music • Talented And Gifted Program (TAG) • Home Access Center

7. Scheduling • Seven period bell schedule for 6, 7, and 8 • Grade 6 Learning Lab for enrichment & intervention • Daily Team Planning Times (Conferences/PPT/SAT/Data Discussions) • Homeroom A & B • Sample student schedules

8. Sample Schedules

9. 2012 -2013 JFK Middle School Initiatives • Initiative 1 Safe School Climate & Rachel’s Challenge • Initiative 2 Common Core State Standards • Initiative 3 Student Success Plans

10. AM Student Drop-Off Procedures A reminder that the only safe place to drop off your youngster is outside the White House. With 27 busses and almost 1200 students, the parking lot can be a dangerous place in the morning and at dismissal. For the safety of your children, we ask you to strictly adhere to our drop off/pick up procedures. Our school resource officer is monitoring the parking lot with us and will be speaking to and/or issuing tickets to those who present a safety risk to our students. Arrival/Drop-Off Procedures • Morning Drop Off Procedure • Student Drop Off Corridor • Traffic flow is continuous • Parents have been supportive

11. AM Student Drop-Off Procedures A reminder that the only safe place to drop off your youngster is outside the White House. With 27 busses and almost 1200 students, the parking lot can be a dangerous place in the morning and at dismissal. For the safety of your children, we ask you to strictly adhere to our drop off/pick up procedures. Our school resource officer is monitoring the parking lot with us and will be speaking to and/or issuing tickets to those who present a safety risk to our students. Dismissal/Pick-up Procedures • Pick up process on South Side of building did not work • Revised plan of action implemented on Day 2 • Goal 1: Student Safety • Goal 2: Eliminate Traffic Backup on Raffia Road • Afternoon Pick-up has been seamless

12. Important Dates • Open House August 23 & 29 (5:30 - 7:00 PM) • Curriculum Nights September 10 & 12 (7:00 PM) • Conferences for Grade 6 November 6 & 7 (6:30 - 9:00)

13. Any questions? Thank you!