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Tonight’s Presenters are: Jim Giancursio- MMS Dean of Students Stacey Allen- MMS School Counselor Jamie Farr- MMS/MHS Pr

Summer Retreat 2013. Tonight’s Presenters are: Jim Giancursio- MMS Dean of Students Stacey Allen- MMS School Counselor Jamie Farr- MMS/MHS Principal. ….“YOU CAN’T HIDE THAT EAGLE PRIDE!”. Pupil Support Office School Counselor: Mrs. Stacey Allen School Psychologist: Mr. Richard Jones

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Tonight’s Presenters are: Jim Giancursio- MMS Dean of Students Stacey Allen- MMS School Counselor Jamie Farr- MMS/MHS Pr

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  1. Summer Retreat 2013 Tonight’s Presenters are: Jim Giancursio-MMS Dean of Students Stacey Allen-MMS School Counselor Jamie Farr-MMS/MHS Principal ….“YOU CAN’T HIDE THAT EAGLE PRIDE!”

  2. Pupil Support Office School Counselor: Mrs. Stacey Allen School Psychologist: Mr. Richard Jones PSO Secretary: Mrs. Diane Husk Middle School Office Secretary: Mrs. Peake *“Kid Friendly” environment *Work on academics, emotional & social issues, career exploration. *Individual & Group Counseling Peer Leaders/Upstanders Youth to Youth L.E.A.P.S Peer Counselors

  3. Middle School Curriculum 2013-2014 7th and 8th Grade Course Offerings: 7th Grade-8th Grade- English English Social Studies Social Studies Science Science Math Math Foreign Language Foreign Language Technology Education Technology Education Physical Education Physical Education Home and Careers (20 weeks)Home and Careers (10 weeks) Health (20 weeks) Art(20 weeks) Music (20 weeks) Advanced courses include:Advanced courses include: *Accelerated Math *Integrated Algebra *Accelerated Science *Biology Support Classes (Resource Room, Integrated Support, AIS) Learning Center Reading Programs – Wilson & Just Words

  4. Supports • Supports for ELA and Math • - For students who score a 2 or below on State tests • - Identified by teachers as needing extra support • 12th period • - Students stay and work on homework with their • teachers • Academic Recovery Plans • - Counselors meet with identified students to devise a plan to improve grades and schedule mandatory 12th • period support • Parent/Teacher Conferences • -Call Pupil Support Office to Schedule; 548-6600 • Learning Center • AIS Services • -Case Manager Services • Access to books, computers and teacher support

  5. Extracurricular Activities Band/Chorus Student Council Youth-to-Youth Peer Leaders Art Club Chess Club FCCLA History Club Yearbook Club Math Club Triathlon Club Library Club Intramurals Activity Nights Modified Sports French Club

  6. Benefits of Passing • Eligibility -Athletics -Activities -Events • Privileges -Hall Passes -Library • Phone calls, e-mails, and/or letters home • Happier Parents = Happier Student

  7. Looking ahead to the future…. What Colleges Count: Grades in College Prep Courses 78% Standardized Admission Tests 61% Grades in All Courses 54% Class Rank 33% Essay or Writing Sample 23% Teacher Recommendations 18% Counselor Recommendations 17% Interview 9% Work/Extracurricular Activity 7% Student’s Demonstrated Interest 7%

  8. Use your study hall time wisely Stay after school with your teachers Utilize teachers in the Learning Center DO YOUR HOMEWORK EVERY DAY BE HERE!!!!!! A SIMPLE RULE FOR SUCCESS IN SCHOOL… ATTENDANCE + ATTITUDE = ACHIEVEMENT

  9. Select a consistent place to study • Don’t wait until the last minute • Use your agenda! • Dedicate a space for every class in your book bag • Stay organized throughout the year • Make study cards • Make your own study guide • Talk about assignments with friends • If you are struggling, ask for help • Make academics a focus in your life

  10. State Tests/Finals • 7th Grade State Tests: • Math: • ELA: • 8th Grade State Tests: • Math: -Science: • ELA: • Purpose and implications of State Tests: • Midterms and Finals in all core subjects • Assess course content for the past semester/year. • Worth 10% of final grade average.

  11. Expectations of Positive Behavior • Upstanders Program: • Encouraging students to speak up for what they know is right. • Also teaching students how to speak up in an effective manner. • Celebrating good decision-making • Honor Rolls • Students of the Month • Upstanders Awards SOAR Program EAGLES SOAR!

  12. Discipline Policy • Applies to all of middle school and high school. • Discipline ladder, but depending on the severity of the offense students may skip to higher steps. • Greatly encourage parent/teacher communication throughout the process to discover solutions.

  13. Eligibility Policy • Athletes and extracurricular participants are the ambassadors of our school to the broader community as well as neighboring schools. • If failing two or more classes, students are ineligible to participate in sports/extracurriculars unless certain conditions are met. • ARP sheet • Designed to help teach students the study skills and habits needed to be successful in school and participate in athletics and extra curriculars for years to come.

  14. 7th and 8th graders will eat lunch during separate periods. • Will get their lunches at the HS café lines, then walk to the MS Cafeteria. • Designed to help separate from 9th-12th graders during lunch.

  15. Important Phone Numbers: Middle School Main Office 548-6600 Pupil Support Office 548-6311 Nurse’s Office 548-6320 Homework: → www.midlakes.org → Middle School link *Also check → Individual teacher link

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