Summit Intermediate

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Summit Intermediate
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Welcome and Introductions

• Principal Lori Arita
• Assistant Principals
• Natalie Jensen
• Jeff Ludovico
• PTSA President Cindy Brase

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Purpose for Orientation

• Calm any fears, concerns, and hopefully answer
  any questions.

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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

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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

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Facilities

• Different Architecture
• Elementary
• District Office
• Middle School 19 years

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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

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General Information

• 1099 Students
• 42 Teachers
• 33 Support Staff

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General Information (cont.)

• Closed Campus Enter only at office after 745
  AM
• School Hours
• - Regular Schedule 745 AM 215 PM
• - Minimum Day 745 AM 1245 PM
• First Day of School
• Monday, August 5th, 2013 Regular Day
• NOT A MINIMUM DAY

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School Spirit

• Mascot Shark
• Colors Teal, Black, White
• Motto PRIDE Personal Responsibility in
  Developing Excellence

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6th Grade Marina

• School within a school
• Separate lunch schedule
• Separate PE classes

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Master Schedule6 period day PRIDE

• Core Program
• - Two core teachers
• - Language Arts/Social Studies
• - Math/Science
• - Xtime
• - Exploratory
• - Physical Education

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Typical 6th Grade Class Schedule

• Typical 6th Grade Class Schedule
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• 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)
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Curriculum

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

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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.

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Academic Focus on Campus

• Principals 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)

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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.

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Recognition!

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

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Special Programs

• Navigating the Shark Tank
• PRIDE (Character Education Anti-Virus)
• The Middle School Students Guide to Ruling the
  World (Study Skills)

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Navigating the Shark Tank

• Entire School
• - Setting students up for success!
• - Expectations
• - Quality vs. Quantity
• - Goal Setting
• - Citizenship/Behavior Expectations

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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

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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
• - Rachels Challenge
• - Bullying
• - Internet Safety
• - Plagiarism/Academic Integrity
• - Self-Esteem Building
• - No Dissin Day
• - Character Education

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Lunch

• Lunch Windows/Carts in Cafeteria
• - If you dont 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

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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

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Discipline Program

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

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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

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Physical Education

• 6th graders only have PE with other 6th graders
• PE Clothes (25)
• Homework
• Fitness Lab
• Mile
• Activities State Standards

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6th Grade Science CampTentative

• Pali Mountain
• Three days, two nights
• Expected cost 275 to 300
• Dates to be determined as approved by District

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Even MORE activitiesTentative

• Odyssey of the Mind
• Dances
• Lunch Time Activities
• Field Trips
• Drama
• Chorus
• Activity Classes Ceramics, Line-Dancing,
  Badminton, Ping-Pong, etc.

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Transportation

• No buses
• Use former bus lane for drop off and pick-up
• Patience is a must ?
• Bike and Skateboard Racks
• Supervision from 715 AM until 230 PM.
• Wilson Avenue

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WOWJuly 30th from 900 AM to 1200 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

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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

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Supporting Our Sharks! (SOS)

• Intervention Classes
• AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)
• Student Support Provider
• West End Counseling Support Services
• Rachels Challenge
• Safe School Ambassadors
• Peer Concern Statements
• Credit Recovery Program

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Middle School Success Tip 1Check Teacher Web
for information on homework, upcoming projects,
extra credit, copies of assignments
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Middle School Success Tip 2Check ESPRI on-line
grade book each week
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Middle School Success Tip 3Check School Website
for Daily Information
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How can I get involved?

• Volunteer!!!
• PTSA
• Fundraiser
• Renaissance
• Be supportive! Get involved!
• Check Websites and sign up for ESPRI

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Communication

• Telephone [phone]
• ESPRI
• Email/Teacherweb
• Summit Website
• Daily Announcements 745 AM
• Dialer
• Two way!

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Student Counter

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

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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 400 PM
• No lockers Use strong book bags

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Website

• http//www.teacherweb.com/CA/SummitIntermediate/Sc
  hoolHomePage

ESPRI Etiwanda Student Parent Resource
Interface http//www.etiwanda.k12.ca.us
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First Day of SchoolMonday, August 5th, 2013

• Regular School Day
• 745 AM 215 PM
• (NOT A MINIMUM DAY)

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Thank you for trusting us with your most precious
possession.
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See you for WOW on July 30th!