6 th grade middle school orientation welcome to chisholm trail middle school
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6TH GradeMiddle School
OrientationWelcome to
Chisholm Trail Middle School
CTMS Overview
TEA Recognized Rating Title One Campus Approximately 1050 students Rapid growth (2005 = 400 students)
CTMS Overview cont.
Recently named one of 11 middle schools named a “Texas School to Watch” by the Texas Middle School Association.
Award given for Academic Excellence over time and Development Responsiveness to the needs of students
What has the budget shortfall done to middle school???
CTMS will not be losing any teachers. Class size should remain in the low 20’s for
all core classes. Some electives will be in the high 20’s.
No programs or classes will be cut at this point.
Some teachers will be teaching one extra class period.
6th Grade Schedule
8 periods 1 ½ periods for Math and LA 1 Science, 1 Social Studies 1 P.E. (all 6th graders take P.E.) 1 elective of a Fine Art
(band, choir, or orchestra) 1 other elective which could include a
second fine art
*** Each class is 45 minutes ***~ 4 minutes for passing period~
6th Grade Daily Bell Schedule(This is the current 10-11, and is subject to change)
1ST 8:50 – 9:35 2ND 9:39 – 10:24 3RD 10:28 – 11:13 LUNCH….11:15 - 11:45 4TH 11:49 – 12:34 5TH 12:38 – 1:23 6TH 1:27 - 2:12 7TH 2:16 – 3:11 8TH 3:15 – 4:00 (4 minute passing periods)
*We have a 20 minute “homeroom” period on Tues. and Thurs.
Factors to consider when choosing classes:
Your child’s academic strengthsTeacher inputPast TAKS performancePersonal goals
Choices for 6th Grade Core Classes
Math – Pre AP or standardLanguage Arts – Pre AP, standard,
or G/T (for identified GT students)*Summer Reading Required GT and Pre AP
Science – Pre AP or standardSocial Studies – Pre AP or
standard
Questions to Help Determine Pre-AP Readiness
Attitude Are they excited about their learning mathematics? Do they try to do things “faster” than the other students? Are they intrigued/not frustrated by problems that cannot be
solved right away? Do they show an aptitude for building and drawing? Do they appear strong in science?
Aptitude Have they been commended on TAKS in mathematics or
reading? Have they a pretty easy time learning mathematics? Do they like to read for pleasure?
??? How many PreAP classes
should my child take???Only you and your child can determine this! We
encourage all 6th graders to try at least one. What are your child’s strengths? The amount of extracurricular activities
should be considered. How important are these classes to your
child? What path are you aiming for in High School?
Math Course Sequences (NISD uses middle school PAP to condense the
curriculum and get one year ahead)
The Academy of Medical ProfessionsByron Nelson High School
Opened 2009-2010
The Academy of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Northwest High SchoolOpened 2009-2010
The Academy of Media Arts and TechnologyNorthwest High School
Opened 2009-2010
The Academy of Culinary Arts and HospitalityByron Nelson High School
Opened 2010-2011
Fine Arts ElectivesStudents must choose one elective from:
- Band, Orchestra, or Choir
General ElectivesThe 2nd elective is chosen from:
- Exploratory Wheel Consists of one semester of Intro. To Technology and one semester of enrichment activities.
- Art, Math Challenge, and Intro to Theatre Arts
or
- Band, Orchestra, or Choir
All 6th grade students will receive 2 electives chosen from the following:
Band and Orchestra Instrument Drives
(no reservations needed; show up to try various instruments for comfort and fit)
BAND
April 7th from 5:30-7:30 at CTMS
ORCHESTRA
April 13th from 5:30-7:30 at CTMS
Netbooks for 6th graders???
Each NISD middle school student is issued a netbook at the beginning of the year.
Usage fees are charged and insurance is available.
Why do they need netbooks?
NISD Vision:
The best and most sought after school district
where every student is future ready:
Ready for college
Ready for the global workplace
Ready for personal success
Netbooks…What access do they have?
While at school, students have access to the NISD server and most inappropriate websites and social networking is blocked.
Away from school, netbooks can log on to any wireless access point and would not be protected by the NISD server
Teachers have the ability to monitor all student netbooks from their own computers.
Success in 6th gradeSTUDENTS
Use a Planner and keep organized
Turn in assignments on time Attend tutorials when needed Form bonds with teachers
and staff Ask questions for help when
necessary Maintain a well-rounded
schedule which includes extra-curricular activities
PARENTS Check your child’s planner Check grades and
assignments on-line Work to make sure your child
attends tutorials as needed. Form bonds with teachers
and staff. Ask questions for help when
necessary Make sure your child
maintains a well-rounded schedule.
Sign up for e-mail updates and weekly reminders
Success in middle school involves much more than just good grades!
6th Grade Students can… Attend Pep Rallies (Parents too!) Attend school dances, after school sporting
events and programs (Parents too!) Attend field trips (Parents too!) Be nominated for Student Council Join the runner’s club Serve as Ambassadors to incoming 5th
graders Participate in UIL events
UIL Art Calculator Applications Dictionary Skills Impromptu Speaking Listening Skills Mathematics Maps, Graphs, and Charts Number Sense Oral Reading Ready Writing Science I and II Social Studies Spelling
Good students get recognized!!!
TOG DOGS
Each student of the A/B Honor roll each six weeks get recognized with a special treat and some “free time” outside of class!
HOMEROOM HEROES
Each six weeks, every homeroom selects a student to be its “Homeroom Hero”. This award is based on citizenship and students receive a special little prize
PUP CAMP!!
Students will pick up their schedule, receive a locker, and textbooks the week of August 8th (Exact times and dates will be posted on the campus website during the summer)
6th grade “PUP Camp” will be Saturday, August 20th (morning)
Last but Not Least…
We are here for your children and we want what is best for them!If in doubt….ASK!Get to know the Administration
and teachers at the Middle School.
Remember your child needs your guidance more than ever
during this transition.
Important Contacts
Principal- Dr. Rob Thornell
817.215.0601 [email protected]
Assistant Principal- Chris Jones
817.215.50645 [email protected]
Counselor- Leigh Ann Trice
817-698-1642 [email protected]