“We strive for excellence”
Grade 7 Parent Programming Evening
2015 – 2016
Welcome to Secondary School
Around the corner is a new and exciting time in your child’s life where endless opportunities and pathways are theirs for the taking.
We look forward to embarking on an important partnership with you and your child.
Evening Overview
Introductions
IB MYP Program
Grade 8 Program
Grade 7s Look Forward to:
Having their own lockerMore than one teacherElectives – trying new coursesMeeting new friendsPlaying new sports, joining new clubsIncreased independenceMore freedomCafeteria
What Grade 7s worry about
Figuring out their timetableRemembering their lock combinationFinding their classesBeing late for classToo much homeworkDifferent teachers, different rulesPeer pressureFriendships change
What Parents worry about
Making a successful transitionAcademic & social successWill they really know my child’s needs?Communication with teachersWho do I go to with questions, concerns?Autonomy & independenceOpportunities to stay involvedResistance to peer pressure
Six Important Learning Skills for Success
1. Responsibility
2. Organization
3. Independent work
4. Collaboration
5. Initiative
6. Self-Regulation
How can parents help
Be aware of strengths and weaknessesClosely monitor attendanceCommunicate with teachers regularlyClosely monitor academic progressKnow who to turn to for answersKey supports in secondary school
Key Support People
Gr. 8 CounsellorLAC TeachersSpecial Ed TeachersEducational AssistancesBehaviour Support WorkersFirst Nation Support TeachersVice Principals and Principal
Time to eat…..
Cafeteria
or
brown bag it?
How is high school different
8 teachers8 courses 8 classroomsIndividual lockersMore homeworkMore accountabilityMore responsibilityMore extra curricular activitiesMORE FUN!!!!
What does a typical day look like
8:35 am start80 min class (Period 1)15 min break80 min class (Period 2)80 min class (Period 3)40 min lunch80 min class (Period 4)3:00 pm finish
The Weekly Timetable
Wednesday IB/ Staff Development Late Start 9:55am
Regular schedule 8:35 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Course Selections for Grade 8
8 Core Courses:
1. English 82. Math 83. Science 84. Socials 85. PE 8 (boys or girls)6. French 8, Squamish 8
Life Skills Rotations:7. Life Skills 8A
– Info Tech, Wood, Sewing
8. Life Skills 8B- Art, Drama, Music
Electives (outside the timetable):
• Choir • Beginner Band• Concert Band • Jazz Band
Life Skills Rotations - A
Info Tech
Woodwork Sewing
Life Skills Rotations - B
Art
Drama Music
Carson Graham Website
http://www4.nvsd44.bc.ca/school/carson/Pages/default.aspx
Other Options…
LAC 8 • for designated and referred students
English Language Learner (ELL) 8• for referred students
Choices 8• for referred students
Peak Performance• minimum 15 hours/week of training
NV District Enhanced Programs• see NVSD website for opportunities
Focus for Grade 8 students
Take responsibility for your actionsKeep organized-use your agendaAttend regularlyBe committedEngage in all your classesGet Involved
What you as a parent can do – Be informed…
Check the school website www.carsongraham.ca
Help set up regular homework time
Keep in contact with teachers – all located on school websiteKeep tabs on your child’s agenda bookAttend Parent – Teacher ConferencesCreate reasonable restrictionsEnforce timelines
Get Involved!!!
Pursuing Our Goals
Celebrating Successes Together
Striving for Excellence
Grade 7 to 8Transition Activities 2015
Jan. 26th - Gr. 7 Programming VisitsFeb. 6th Carson FOS Feeder SchoolsMarch 5th Gr. 7 MYP Personal Project VisitMarch 6th Cross Boundary Transfer
DeadlineApril 30th Gr. 8 Buddies visit Gr. 7’sMay 28/29th Gr. 7 Tour at CarsonMay 19-27th Articulation of Carson FOS
begins
Carson 7 – 8 Buddy Program
Grade 7 paired with Grade 8 student
Buddies attended the same elementary school
Mentorship Program
Increased sense of belonging
Learn from the Pros
NVSD Gr. 7-8 Transition CourseSummer School
NVSD 44 Summer School at Carson
Focus includes:
Curriculum preview
Time management
Organizational skills
Stress management
Guest speakers
Questions
Refer to the Carson website for course descriptions www.carsongraham.ca
Ask Gr. 7 teacher for recommendations
Contact Gayle Weyell
Contact Information
Mrs. Gayle Weyell - Gr. 8 Counsellor
Ms. Celine Kaufman - ELL / International
Mr. Ryan Kerluck - Athletic Director
Mrs. Kristy Dolha - MYP Coordinator
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