TBD(7th grade)

Mr. Stroud(6th grade)

Mrs. Carrejo

(8th grade)

A A S S S S I I S S T T A A N N T T

Mr. Kraus(Curriculum)

Ms. Thompson(Student Support)

Mrs. Marshall(8th grade)

Mrs. Robinson

(6th grade)

Mrs. Clay(7th grade)

Mrs. Darcey

(Coordinating)

Mrs. Caffey(Registrar)

2015-2016 Bell Schedule 7th and 8th grade

1st 7:30-8:15

2nd 8:20-9:05

3rd 9:10- 9:55

7th (advisory) 1:15-1:45

8th 1:50-2:35

6th grade1st 7:30-8:20

2nd 8:25-9:10

3rd 9:15- 10:00

7th 1:20-2:05

8th (advisory) 2:10-2:35

6th Grade Schedule

• 7 classes-45 minutes in length• 30 minute lunch• 5 minute passing period between classes• 5 core classes (English, Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies)• 1 elective• P.E.

• 7 classes-45 minutes in length• 30 minute lunch• 5 minute passing period between classes• 5 core classes (English, Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies)• 1 elective• P.E.

7th Grade Schedule

• 7 classes-45 minutes in length• 30 minute lunch• 5 minute passing period between classes• 5 core classes (English, Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies)• 1 elective• P.E.

• 7 classes-45 minutes in length• 30 minute lunch• 5 minute passing period between classes• 5 core classes (English, Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies)• 1 elective• P.E.

8th Grade Schedule

• 7 classes-45 minutes in length• 30 minute lunch• 5 minute passing period between classes• 4 core classes (English, Math, Science, Social Studies)• 2 electives• P.E.

• 7 classes-45 minutes in length• 30 minute lunch• 5 minute passing period between classes• 4 core classes (English, Math, Science, Social Studies)• 2 electives• P.E.

Cafeteria• Respectful dining room etiquette• Open seating• Hot tray, Snack Bar/Pizza Bar• Must stay seated and keep area clean• Secondary lunch prices: $2.50 • Secondary breakfast prices: $1.25

Pay online atwww.mealpayplus.com

CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS

DESTINATION

IMAGINATION

PEP SQUAD

SCIENCE OLYMPIAD

Art club

As a 6th grader students must participate in pep squad and attend the needed amount of events to be eligible to tryout for a cheerleader position as a 7th and or 8th grader.

Choose your appropriate level

Academic, Pre-Ap, GT

Choosing CoursesChoosing Courses

Three Class Formats:

1. Academic – For everyone, on grade level, more time to review concepts, more tutoring provided, prepares students for college as well as other post secondary education

2. PreAP – More challenging, fast paced, requires independent learning, prepares students for AP classes in high school

3. GT – Must be screened and identified

ACADEMIC COURSES

• Instruction and learning is at grade level

• Prepares students for college and post-secondary education

• Provides more time for repetition

• Designed to challenge motivated students• Prepares students for AP/college level courses• Moves at a faster pace• Requires more independent learning and homework * Students are encouraged to have an 85 or higher for their EOY average prior to entering a PreAP course*

Pre AP COURSES

Big difference in # of objectives covered

• 5th grade – approx. 60 objectives• 6th grade Academic – approx. 64 objectives• 6th grade PreAP – over 90 objectives with some

being 7th grade objectives

Pre-AP level of instruction will focus on preparation for taking Algebra I in 8th grade.

Big difference in # of objectives covered

• 5th grade – approx. 60 objectives• 6th grade Academic – approx. 64 objectives• 6th grade PreAP – over 90 objectives with some

being 7th grade objectives

Pre-AP level of instruction will focus on preparation for taking Algebra I in 8th grade.

7th Math Academic

7th Math Pre-AP (Prerequisite-enrollment in PreAP 6th grade math with a passing EOY average)

8th Math Academic ONLY * No Pre-AP for 8th grade math

Algebra (requirement- Enrolled in Pre-AP 7th math previous year. End of year average must be 75 or higher. Students scoring 70-74 will need to take and pass The Algebra Readiness Test with an 80 or higher)

7th Math Academic

7th Math Pre-AP (Prerequisite-enrollment in PreAP 6th grade math with a passing EOY average)

8th Math Academic ONLY * No Pre-AP for 8th grade math

Algebra (requirement- Enrolled in Pre-AP 7th math previous year. End of year average must be 75 or higher. Students scoring 70-74 will need to take and pass The Algebra Readiness Test with an 80 or higher)

What Students Say About PreAP/GT MathWhat Students Say About PreAP/GT Math

Need to enjoy math a lot and like to learn

You will learn something new everyday

so you better be used to going fast

Better know your basic math facts and know them well

Better know your basic math facts and know them wellExpect

homework

everyday

More Pre AP Information

Physical Education• Both boys and girls (separate gyms)• Graded class/ attend everyday• Dress out in uniforms (laundering fee)• Lockers in gyms• No Athletics (competitive sports) in 6th

Grade

Interested in Athletics???

• You will need…– Physical on file

• Students are required to use Pre-participation Physical Examination form provided by

Katyisd.rankonesport.com

Physicals must be completed AFTER May 1, 2015.

– Coach’s Approval

Reading and Math Lab

• Based on FIRST administration STAAR scores (take the place of PE or Elective)

ELECTIVES

Elective Videos

Elective Videos- PHS- 8th only

Elective Videos- Technology Applications (7th & 8th)

Join the fun- get involved

www.wcjh-pta.org

Friday, August 21, 2015Friday, August 21, 2015

Schedule Pick –Up

6thGrade- 8:30-9:30 a.m.

7th Grade- 10:30-11:30 a.m.

8th Grade- 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Get your schedule and purchase spirit wear and school supplies!

August 21, 2015

Schedules•Buy school supplies•Buy spirit wear•Katy ISD planner

***Bring your checkbook

Bus Routes

School bus route information will be available on-

line.

Go to www.katyisd.org

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PARENTS…

Monday, August 24 FIRST DAY OF

SCHOOL!!!

Wednesday, September 2Open House

C U THEN!