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Welcome to
Eisenhower M.S.
Transitioning to IKE from elementary school
Eisenhower Leadership Team
Name Position Email
Mr. Smith Principal [email protected]
Ms. Canales 6th
grade Assistant Principal (2018-2019) [email protected]
Mr. Gallardo 7th
grade Assistant Principal (2018-2019) [email protected]
Mr. Oropez 8th
grade Assistant Principal (2018-2019) [email protected]
Ms. Berube Academic Dean [email protected]
Mrs. Gutierrez-Patacsil Counselor [email protected]
Mrs. Shortt Counselor [email protected]
Mrs. Lemoine Special Education Coordinator [email protected]
Mrs. Hicks Family Specialist [email protected]
Eisenhower M.S. Counselors
• Mrs. Gutierrez-Patacsil A - K
• Mrs. Shortt L - Z
• Mr. Lucio STAN Counselor
Middle School Lingo
• Period: one class (about 45 minutes)
• Semester: half of a year (Fall/ Spring)
• Passing period: time between classes (4 minutes)
Eisenhower Schedule
• 8:25am – 3:40pm
• 10:59 – 11:29 – 6th
grade lunch (open seating)
Sample Student Schedule
Period Class Teacher Room
1 English Mr. Gonzalez 101
2 PE/ Health Coach Moore Gym
3 Science Ms. Hopkins 702
Lunch in Cafeteria
4 Social Studies Mr. Reynolds 102
5 Reading Ms. Gable 105
6 Math Ms. Garcia 104
7 Fine Art Elective Mr. Nelson 202
8 Elective #2 Ms. Shipley 210
6th
Grade Course Requirements
• 1) Reading (Regular or Pre-AP)
• 2) English (Regular or Pre-AP)
• 3) Math (Regular or Pre-AP)
• 4) Science
• 5) Social Studies
• 6) PE and Health (one semester of each)
• 7) Fine Art Elective*
• 8) Elective*
*Electives may be replaced with Math/Reading Workshops depending on passing of 5th
grade Math/Reading
STAAR.
What is Pre-AP?
• Pre-AP courses have a faster paced and require more preparation than
regular courses. You will be required to do more work outside of class.
• In 6th
grade, Pre-AP courses are offered in Reading, English, and Math.
• Any student may enroll in Pre-AP classes, but it is strongly advised that
you speak with your 5th
grade teacher about their recommendation.
• Parent signature is required on the back of the course card for students
that choose Pre-AP.
Pre-AP Reading/English
• Pre-AP English and Reading are challenging courses that
typically involve more projects and hands-on assignments.
• Pre-AP English must be taken with Pre-AP Reading
• It is strongly recommended that you consult with your child’s
current English/Reading teachers.
Pre-AP Math
• Pre-AP Math in 6th
grade requires students to fulfill all the same
requirements as a regular Math, plus some 7th
grade requirements.
• If you are on the Pre-AP Math track, and you continue through 8th
grade, then you will take Algebra I in 8th
grade. Algebra I is a high
school level math class. This means you will get high school credit for
successfully completing Algebra I in 8th
grade.
P.E. and Health
• All 6th
graders are required to take:
• One semester of PE
• One semester of Health
• PE uniforms are required:
• Black shorts and a gray t-shirt
• You may purchase these at Ike or bring your own (without graphics).
Electives
• All 6th
graders are allowed 2 elective periods:
• One fine art
• One other elective
• See electives detailed on the next slides.
Fine Arts
(Remember: You must choose at least 1)
• Orchestra
• Band
• Choir
• Art
• Theater Arts
Orchestra
• Students will learn to play stringed instruments such
as the violin, cello, viola, or string bass.
• There are beginner and intermediate options for 6th
grade students.
Band
• Students will have the opportunity to play an instrument.
The student and parent will meet with the Band director to
determine which instrument the student will play.
• Students will have the opportunity to participate in concerts
and contests after school
Choir
• Students will sing, learn to sight-read, and learn
proper vocal techniques.
Art
• Art at Ike is an introduction to drawing, painting,
sculpture, and ceramics.
Theater Arts
• Theater arts is a course that emphasizes acting and
drama.
Other Electives Available
• Besides the one required Fine Art elective, students are
required to take one other elective.
• Choices include:
• AVID (application required)
• Robotics/ Technology Applications
• Robotics/ Technology Applications GT
• Debate
AVID
• AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual
Determination.
• This course is aimed at students taking one or more
Pre-AP classes. The course will help student to
prepare for college eligibility and success.
• Application is required.
Technology Applications
• This course is for lovers of computers and technology.
• Technology Applications is technology-driven, and
includes robotics and design and analysis of robotic
and intelligent systems.
• GT Technology Applications also available
• Student must be identified GT in 5th
grade.
Debate
• For Debate, students will research, write, and present
original works.
• Students will also critically evaluate works from
others.
• Students will learn to speak in front of others and
present their works in a skilled manner.
Math and Reading Workshops (SSI)
• Students are placed in Reading Workshop or Math
Workshop if they are not successful on the 5th
grade
STAAR test.
• Workshop classes are additional Math and Reading courses
students take in order to help them to be successful on 6th
grade STAAR.
• Workshop classes take the place of an elective.
Dual Language Students
• Dual Language program requires 6th
grade students to
take Spanish Literature.
• Students will be limited to 1 Fine Arts elective choice.
Pride Camp 2019
• Pride Camp is for all incoming 6th
grade students.
• It is held the week before school begins.
• You will get your locker and you will meet your
teachers.
• Students and parents will be able to purchase Ike spirit
shirts, PE uniforms, and other spirit items.
Notes to remember
• Students must take Reading Pre-AP and English Pre-
AP together.
• A student considering Pre-AP Math must begin this
coursework in 6th
grade.
• You cannot take 6th
grade regular Math, and then 7th
grade
Pre-AP Math.
More notes to remember
• You must rank electives 1 – 3.
• Student and parent must both sign course card.
• Parent signature is required on the back of the page if
you choose a Pre-AP class.
• Don’t forget to submit course requests on Skyward!