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Math

Course of study to include:

1. Ratios and Proportional Relationships

2. Number System

3. Expressions and Equations

4. Geometry

5. Statistics and Probability

There are three math pathways available based on

specific criteria.

1. Math 6

2. Math 6H

3. Math 6HA

Honors Criteria for Math

● iReady score of early to mid 6th

grade in the majority of categories

● Mastery of basic skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, & division) using

whole numbers

● Able to compute all types of fractions and decimals

● Ability to problem solve in different ways

● Ability to work with mathematical concepts in fluent, flexible, and creative

ways

● Persistence and motivation in solving difficult problems

● Has been able to maintain a 4 on a standards based report card in the majority

of categories

● Completes homework on time

● Outstanding work ethic

● Can self-monitor

● Teacher Recommendation

Differences Between Math 6H and Math 6 AH

Math 6H

● 7th grade standards

● Should be able to skip a year of grade

level math

● Early 6th grade level in iReady

Math 6AH

● 7th and 8th grade standards

● Should be able to skip a year and a

half of grade level math

● Additional 7th and 8th grade

curriculum

● Responsible, self-monitored learners

● iReady Scores of Mid to End of

Year-6th grade

Science

Next Generation Science Standards

● Course of study to include water cycle, weather & climate, energy,

Earth’s systems, Earth and human activity

● Computer Science- Coding

Pali Institute Field Trip

● The Energy Dilemma- Renewable vs Non-renewable resources

● CSI- Students explore the field of forensics and criminal justice

● Ropes Course- Team building

● https://vimeo.com/palimountain/review/326467178/b3a56e8525

English

Study Synch

● Integrated Reading and Writing Program with Skill Lessons

● Emphasis on:

○ Providing textual evidence to support understanding of text

○ Expository, Argumentative, and Narrative writing genres

○ Using inferences to draw conclusions

○ Literature and Informational Text

Accelerated Reader

● Students working towards individual reading goal

● School-wide recognition for those that meet their goals

History

Ancient Civilizations

● Course of study includes: Early Humans, Mesopotamia, Israel, Egypt,

India, China, Greece, and Rome

● Emphasis on everyday lives, accomplishments, social/economic

structures, religions

History Alive! (The Ancient World)

● Currently piloting new curriculum from TCI (Teachers’ ***********

Curriculum Institute)

● Possible textbook adoption beginning 2019 - 2020 **********

school year

Special Education-SAI

● Our department is led by 4 dynamic and highly trained teachers and one amazing school

psychologist

● We work closely as a team to best meet the unique needs of your children

● There are Special Education support classes for English, Math, History, and Science

● We provide 100% access to the general ed curriculum while working on their IEP goals

● All other support services that a student receives in elementary school, like speech,

Adapted PE, and occupational therapy will continue per their IEP at Las Palmas.

● Our school psychologist and teachers meet with the elementary schools to ensure a

smooth transition for your child and to review their IEP services.

Electives

Exploratory wheel

AVID

Intervention

Band

2 electives

AVID: Advancement Via Individual Determination

● Year long Elective Class

● Must be selected for this elective: Application and Interview

● 2 - 6th Grade Classes (Ms. Hartley and Ms. Yamada)

What is AVID?

● Develops Organizational and Critical Thinking Skills and Prepares

students for COLLEGE!

● Tutors 2 times a week to assist with Academic Classes

● Weekly Binder Checks to help stay organized - Supplies/Notes/Agenda

● Uses WICOR strategies: Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization,

Reading

● 2 College Field Trips

Physical Education● Students will have a Physical Education class

everyday.● Students will receive a lock and locker to store the

Las Palmas PE uniform (purchased during registration)

● Students will participate in a wide variety of team sports and will perform daily physical fitness exercises.

● Units taught throughout the year: Volley-Tennis, Basketball, Soccer, Ultimate Football, Softball, Frisbee Golf, Line Dancing, Physical Fitness (Mile Run)

WEB

What is it?

● “Where Everybody Belongs”

● Built on belief that students can help students succeed

● Selected 8th grade students are trained as positive role models and

leaders who guide our 6th graders to discover how to become

successful in middle school

WEB Activities

● Orientation PRIOR to school starting

● Monthly WEB Wednesday meetings

● Semester WEB picnics

LP MEDIA

Media a great tool to show off those great achievements, recognition, and announcements.

*Instagram lpmslancers

*facebook Las Palmas Middle School

*twitter lpmslancers

*Remind

Lancer ActivitiesStudent of the Month Lunch

Lunch Tailgate Party (USC vs UCLA)

AVID and College Week

OC Club Day - Outstanding Citizenship

Renaissance Rally

Bingo Family Night

Fall/Spring Book Fair

Career Day

KIND Carnival

Birthday Treats

Under Chair Surprise

Pumpkin Carving Night

Red Ribbon/Cancer Awareness

Spring Scavenger Hunt

Field Day

AR Snack Cart

June Carnival

Las Palmas After School Athletics Program

The Las Palmas Sports programs offered are:

Football, Girl’s Volleyball and Cross Country (September)

Basketball (December)

Track and Field (March)

● Las Palmas participates in the East San Gabriel Valley Middle School League● There is a 3 day try-out process before a team is formed.● All students can participate in any of the after school sports programs.● All Student-Athletes must maintain a 2.0 Grade Point Average in order to participate.● All Student-Athletes must maintain good citizenship marks.

Choose your TopicIntro and welcome - Admin

Math Natividad

Science

Pali Institute- Huntsman

English- Contreras

History - Yamada

PE/PE Elective & Athletics

WEB - Hanson

Renaissance/ASB: Glaspy

Special Education: Gonzalez, Hodapp, and Hillmer

Electives: Hartley (AVID)/ Wittenbraker

Campus Tour - everybody takes a group of about 10-20 parents