Welcome to Grizzell Middle School

5th grade Parent Information NightMarch 5, 2013

A day as a 6th grade student @ GMS Three academic classes a day

Math everyday (84 minutes) Language Arts everyday (84 minutes) Science/Social Studies (84 minutes) Two related arts classes a day (42 minutes each) Reading 6, PE 6 (one semester each – 18 weeks) Music/Study Center (year long, A day/B day rotation)

Lunch (30 minutes)

Related ArtsReading 6

18 weeks 42 minutes a day All grade 6 students will be given the opportunity to refine academic,

reading and informational skills in this semester course. Some units of study include Reading in Science, Social Studies and Technology; Reading Self and Society; Reading in Media. In addition to supporting reading skills in academic core classes, this course will provide students a source of enjoyment as they begin their middle school experience.

Related ArtsPhysical Education 6

18 weeks 42 minutes a day Physical Education 6 involves fitness activities and net sports. In

accordance with National Standards, students will actively participate, demonstrate responsible behavior and positive sportsmanship. Students will recognize and follow safety rules and classroom procedures, respect others, and try new and challenging activities.

We recommend that students change their clothes for PE.

Related Arts Music and Study Center will be on an A day/B day rotation

42 minutes daily

Music Band Choir Orchestra Level I & II

Study Center Opportunity for students to receive additional academic support and extend

academic knowledge

Counselors’ RoleAssist and support students, parents, teachers & administrators

Teach lessons supporting the Dublin City Schools K-12 Guidance Curriculum

Assist students with personal, social, educational & career counseling needs

Coordinate students related services and activities

Clubs & ActivitiesPrincipal’s Advisory Council6th Grade Dance ClubJunior Teen Institute/ FORCeltic CrewLego LeagueCeltic ConnectionsInvestment ClubStudent CouncilYearbook

CanteensFriday nights for Grizzell students

7:00 – 9:00 P.M.

PTO Volunteer sign-up

Food, friends, and music

SchedulingCourse selection sheets were handed out at the elementary to

students

Middle school course handbook with course descriptions can be found on the Grizzell website under School Info 2013-2014

Course selection sheets should be completed and returned to the elementary classroom teacher by March 8th.

Things Have Changed!

School Information• Student day is from 8:28 – 3:08

• Grizzell will open to students beginning at 7:45

• Attendance Policy

• Dress Code

• Student Transportation

Grizzell Supply SaleAugust 12 and August 13, 2013 9:00am-12:00pm and 4:00-7:00pm Complete PTO information sheet Student I.D./ Grizzell yearbook photos will be taken Get an Activity Pass PTO Supply Sale (look for supply lists & order forms on the website) Deposit money to school lunch accounts Order 2013-14 Yearbooks

www.dublinschools.net/grizzellOur district and building websites will be updated with important information. Please visit our website regularly.