E.T. Richardson
Middle School
The Writing Center
http://vimeo.com/94236556
Changes
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Adolescents
– Physical changes
– Emotional changes
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Increased stress, decrease feeling of support
– Social changes
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Peers play an increasing role
– Intellectual changes
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More abstract vs. concrete
Supporting Changes
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Stay involved
Organization
Time management
Monitor progress
Communicate
Guidance Office
Core Classes
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Language Arts or Language Arts Plus
http://prezi.com/9s9dfcazl4mb/language-arts/
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Science
https://prezi.com/rzraroiobtzr/copy-of-etr-6th-grade-science/?utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=copy
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Social Studies – concepts included in
LA
Math
Math Progression
Accelerated
Enriched
Grade Level
6th Grade
6th Grade
6th Grade
Pre-Algebra
Enriched Math 6
Math 6
7th Grade
7th Grade
7th Grade
Algebra
Pre-Algebra
Math 7
8th Grade
8th Grade
8th Grade
Geometry
Algebra
Pre-Algebra
9th Grade
9th Grade
9th Grade
H/CP Algebra II
H/CP Algebra II
Algebra
10th Grade
H/CP FST
H/CP PDM
10th Grade
H/CP Geometry
10th Grade
H/CP Algebra II
11th Grade
AP Calc
AP Stat
11th Grade
H/CP FST
H/CP PDM
11th Grade
Geometry
Math
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Accelerated
– 84% or higher in tests/quizzes
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Enriched
– 84% or higher in tests/quizzes
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Core
Components of Big Ideas
math program
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Online version of text book
Access to printable worksheets from online text.
Video tutorials embedded in every lesson of online text.
Study guide for each chapter contained in textbook.
Student journal used in class.
Each lesson aligned to common core standards.
Real-world examples in every lesson.
Keys to success in math class.
We want this to be your best year!
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Complete all assignments to the best of his/her
ability.
Come to class with required materials.
Seek extra help when needed.
Explain to parents/guardians what is learned daily.
Study vocabulary daily.
When absent – student responsibility to make up
any missed work.
Check HAC weekly & teacher website.
Homework
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WHY?
Students need to show that they can process what they
learned in class, and apply it independently.
Homework is daily, Monday – Thursday.
Quality vs Quantity - we want our students to do
several problems well vs rushing to complete many
problems.
Homework is a study/research skill that needs to be
developed in middle school to effectively apply in high
school and beyond.
Placement for Math and LA
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LA recommendations
– Application
– MAP/PSSA
– Teacher Recommendations
Math recommendations
– 5th grade Spring MAP scores
– Orleans Hanna
– Teacher recommendations
Letters home
Process for changes
Learning Enrichment
Literacy
Leveled Literacy Intervention program
Individual writing needs
Numeracy
Basic fact fluency, computation, & problem solving
strategies
Supports general education curriculum
Executive Functioning
Organization, focus & time management skills
Field Trips
http://prezi.com/lqv2shxsqlgt/6th-gradefield-trip/
Cycle Classes
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Family & Consumer
Science
Wind Ensemble
Band
Orchestra
Chorus
General Music
S.T.E.M.
Art
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Foreign Language
Intro.
Health and P.E.
Computers (Microsoft
Applications)
Creative Writing
Research
Reading Workshop
Math Workshop
Arriving to ETR
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7:25 & 7:45 – Arrive to
school
6th Grade enters the
Cafeteria
7:45 – Dismissed to
lockers
7:50 – Late to
school
7:55 – Homeroom
begins
Bell Schedule
Advisory
DAY 1
DAY 2
DAY 3
DAY 4
DAY 5
DAY 6
CPR
SSR
Bullying
Prevention
CPR
SSR
Current
Events
CPR – Circle of Power and Respect
• Middle school version of Responsive Classroom
• Focused on social-emotional, relationship and community and
academics
SSR – Sustained Silent Reading
• Books from LA or personal choice
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Time for extra help in LA and Math
Bullying Prevention
• Activities focused on community building and preventing
bullying
Current Events
• CNN Student News
•Time for extra help on Study Island
http://prezi.com/fzm1e2z3fcou/etr-advisory/
Rules and Procedures
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Family and Student Handbook
School Wide Positive Behavior Support
PAWSitives
100%ers
Students of the Month
Guidance Services
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Naviance
Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among
school aged children that involves a real or
perceived power imbalance. The behavior is
repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over
time.
Contact school when you have a concern
– Phone
– Email
– On line form
Lunch
- afternoon snack
Recess
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After lunch 10
minutes outside
We stay inside if
there is rain, snow
or ice
Getting Involved
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Clubs
Drama Club
FBLA
Paw Print
Reading Olympics
Stage Crew
Brunner Bash
Chess Club
Yearbook
Cougar Collective
Homework
Getting Involved
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Intramural Sports
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Touch Football
Indoor Soccer
Girls Basketball
Boys Basketball
Home and School
Communication
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School Website
– Cougar Tracks
– Teacher Websites
– Home Access Center (Grades, Attendance)
Home and School website and Facebook
Student Planner
Student Handbook and Family Guide
Global Connect (email and phone)
Summer
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Tuesday, August 29th 9:00-11:00AM
– Team Meeting
– Lockers
– Scavenger Hunt
– Water Ice
Registration for ETR
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Original birth certificate from the State of Birth or a
copy issued by a Government Agency
Proof of Residency
Parental Identification – Two valid forms of ID are
required with Springfield/Morton address
For re-registration appointments please call:
610.938.6021
Link to Re-registration:
http://www.ssdcougars.org/district/studentregistration
Health Screenings
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6th Grade
– required by Pennsylvania School Health
Law to have a physical examination.
– within one year before the opening of the
school term are acceptable by state
regulations
– http://www.ssdcougars.org/district/distric
t-departments/student-services-specialeducation/health-room-services (Go to
the Physical Examination section)