scott johnson middle school parent presentation march 16, 2015
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Scott Johnson Middle School
Parent PresentationMarch 16, 2015
Principal – Mitchell CurryAssistant Principals – David Warren and
Stewart HerringtonCounselors – Kathy Hjartberg and Steve
GaffneyLibrary Media Specialist – Barbara KinastSpecial Education Lead – Becky FranklinEnglish as a Second Language – Wendy Burt504 Coordinators – Beth Davis and Nikie Jo
Administrative Team
Get information for academic decision making.
Get information for elective decision making.
Prepare for the transition to high school.
Answer questions individually at the end.
Goals for the Evening
Registration Form 7th Grade 8th Grade
Course Description Guide (On Line) http://www.mckinneyisd.net/parents
(Both English and Spanish are available)
School Health Form (7th Grade only) http://www.mckinneyisd.net/parents
Materials Review
E mail Distribution List
Web Site: www.sjmstigers.com Teacher web sites (i.e. edmodo, remind101, etc.)
Progress Reports (Every 3 weeks)
Report Cards (Every 9 weeks)
Home Access Center www.McKinneyisd.net/parents
Parent Information
High Academic Standards for All Students
Students Introduced to Academic and Extra-Curricular Options
Students Begin to Determine Strengths and Preferences
Partnership with Students, Families and Community
Middle School Philosophy
Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade
Reading Reading Reading
Writing
Math Math Math
Science
Social Studies
STAAR Testing at Middle School
High School credit courses have moved to End of Course Exams.The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR)
McKinney ISD’s curriculum is common at all schools and the rest of the state.
Curriculum is based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).
Aligned with like grade levels and between grade levels.
Both Core and Pre-AP courses are College Prep Courses.
Core and Pre AP Classes
Language Arts and Reading (ELAR)
Math
Science
Social Studies
Every Student Takes: Core Courses
Placement into Target classes will be based upon a students MAP testing data and STAAR test results.
This class takes the place of an elective course.
Target courses are offered in Math, Science, and ELAR.
Target Classes
Entrance guidelines provide a profile of students who typically experience success in Pre AP courses.
What Data Is Used? Map Scores Current Grades Teacher Input
Entrance Guidelines for Pre AP
Consistently make high A’s in on-level mathematics in the prior grades.
Is willing to work hard, complete all assignments on time, and a conscientious student.
Is ready to commit to a course sequence leading to AP courses in High School.
Pre AP Academic Profile
Seeks help when needed. Is well organized. Teacher recommendation from
previous grade. Internal motivation.
Pre AP Academic Profile
Reading at or above grade level. Strong study skills. Able to handle a more rapid pace of
instruction. Strong work ethic (self discipline to
plan, organize, and complete tasks) Personal interest in subject.
Personal Guidelines for Pre AP
Students can still take an AP course in high school even if they do not take Algebra 1 in middle school.
A mathematics course in the 12th grade is crucial for bridging into college without a loss of skills. Students who take Algebra 1 in the 8th grade are strongly encouraged to take a math course in the 12th grade.
Other things to Consider
Grade
Core Pre AP
6th 6th Grade TEKS 6th and 7th Grade TEKS
7th 7th Grade TEKS 8th Grade TEKS
Students take the MAP Test at the end of 7th grade for recommendation of 8th grade math course placement.
8th 8th Grade TEKS Pre AP Math Algebra 1
9th Algebra 1 Algebra1 Geometry
10th Geometry Geometry Algebra 2
11th Algebra 2 Algebra 2 Pre Calculus
12th Algebra 3 or Statistics
Statistics Calculus orStatistics
Math Curriculum Sequence
ESL: None or Limited English speakers.
Special Education: Continuum of services.
Gifted and Talented: Identified GT students.
Other Levels of Courses
If your child is GT, Karen Green will give us a spreadsheet letting us know which GT courses your child will be in.
For now, you just check Pre AP. You can contact Mrs. Green at
Email [email protected]
Gifted and Talented
Language Arts: Every day for 1 period.
Math: Every day for 1 period.
Science: Every day for 1 period.
Social Studies: Every day for 1 period.
Electives: 3 electives that meet every day.
Typical 7th and 8th Grade Day
Every student is required to complete 4 semesters of Physical Education while in Middle School.
Every student took a full year in 6th Grade.
Athletics does count as their P.E. credit.
UIL rules do not allow for a student to be in Athletics and Physical Education at the same time.
Physical Education Requirement
All electives meet every day.
Electives are for the entire year.
Cheerleading and Drill Team are after school activities and students must have a physical.
If a student participates in Athletics they must be in the Athletic period.
Electives
Art 1 Art 2 Advanced Art Athletics
7th Grade Athletics in the Morning 8th Grade Athletics in the Afternoon
AVID (Application) Band Cheerleading (After School) Choir
Elective Choices
Drama Drama Advanced (Audition) Invention & Innovation (7th Grade) Teen Leadership PALS (8th Grade/Application) Partner Leader (Application) Physical Education Orchestra Yearbook (Application)
Elective Choices
Spanish 1 Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1 Spanish for Spanish Speakers 2 Principles of Arts, Audio Visual Technology &
Communications/Principles of Information Technology
Concepts of Engineering Health/Professional Communications (on-line
only)
8th Grade Electives For High School Credit
There is a process in place to qualify for these courses. Students fill out the application. An interview is held. The criteria is reviewed by the committee to
see if the student qualifies. AVID: Valerie Schraplau
[email protected] PALS: Darla Sessom
AVID/PALS
Band Directors – Paul Stephens and Stephanie
Pavlasek
Choir Director – Sarah Baez
Orchestra Director – Nicole Pennington
Drama – Angi Burns
Athletic Directors – Robert Jackson and Darla
Sessom
Cheer – Kalei Brinkerhoff
AVID – Valerie Schraplau and LaTisha Johnson
Need More Information?
Which Level of core academic class is most appropriate for my child?
Which electives will benefit my child most in middle school and high school and beyond?
Decisions To Make
McKinney Boyd H.S.*
McKinney High School
McKinney North H.S.
April 18, 2015Registration from 7:30 P.M. – 10:00
P.M.$20 Cash Only
April 25, 2015Registration from 9 A.M. – 12 P.M.$20 Cash Only
May 27, 2013Registration from 2:30 P.M. – 5 P.M.$20 Cash Only
MISD Physical Information
Date of Exam Must be After April 1, 2013* EKG’s will be available at MHS and North for an additional charge of $15.
Due Date: March 20, 2015 Return to Science teacherRegistration Form Only
Schedule pick up will be August 18, 2015
We are so glad you are a Scott Johnson Tiger!