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Welcome to NHI! . As you get settled and wait for us to begin, please introduce yourself to someone you don’t know. These are the families of your children’s new friends! We’ll get started at 6:30 with a short presentation. After that, we’ll take questions and give a tour of the school. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Welcome to NHI! As you get settled and wait for us to begin, please introduce yourself to someone you don’t know. These are the families of your children’s new friends! We’ll get started at 6:30 with a short presentation. After that, we’ll take questions and give a tour of the school. Thanks for coming out tonight!
Welcome to Nature Hill Intermediate School!
Mr. Mike O’Connor, PrincipalMs. Alicia Hedrick, Associate Principal
Open House Familiarize parents and students
with NHIOverview of a day as a 5th grade
studentOverview of 5th grade curriculumExtra-curricular opportunitiesParent involvement opportunitiesAnswer questions
5th Grade StaffMs. Shelly FavoriteMr. Eric DarnellMrs. Amy JappinenMrs. Ashely BesterMs. Kristin BushweilerMrs. Kathy DetroMs. Jamie KrauseMrs. Kelly BoldtMrs. Jodi SchlenderMr. Matthew Fredricks
NHI Student Service Support
Mrs. Brenda Barker (School Counselor)Mrs. Linda Nichols (School Psychologist) Mrs. Carol Nigh (School Social Worker) Mrs. Denise Sween (Health Room)Mrs. Wendy Sallam (Exceptional Ed.)Mrs. Carrie Sgarlata (Literacy Coach)Administrative Assistants
◦Mrs. Debra Wittnebel◦Mrs. Deb Hayes◦Mrs. Carol Hunter
Nature Hill Intermediate SchoolStudents from Meadow View,
Greenland, and Ixonia Elementary Schools and their attendance areas
Grades: 5-8Mascot: WolfColors: Red and Grey
Building LayoutGrade levels are isolated into pod areas
◦Pods are identical outside of 7/8 science labs Students share the middle of the
building◦Art, Music, Gym, Cafeteria, World Language,
Tech Ed, Computer Lab, etcSecurity
◦Secure entrance concept◦During the school day, parents and guests
buzz the office at the front doors.◦New Visitor Management System
5th Grade Schedule 7:30 - 8:00 All School Read8:00 - 10:00 Classroom10:00 - 10:15 Recess10:15 - 12:00 Classroom12:00 - 12:30 Lunch/Recess12:30 - 1:20 Classroom1:20 - 2:05 Explore 1 (A/B
day)2:10 - 2:55 Explore 2 (A/B
day)
5th Grade Core CurriculumLanguage Arts
◦Readers’ Workshop
◦Writers’ Workshop
◦Words Their Way
Mathematics ◦Everyday Math
Social Studies ◦Explorers to
Revolutionary War
Science ◦Ecosystems◦Catastrophic
Events◦Properties of
Matter◦Light
5th Grade Explore ClassesPE/World Language Block (A/B day)
◦Language (German, Mandarin, Spanish)◦PE
Explore Block (A/B day)◦Art◦Music (Band, Choir, Orchestra, General
Music)◦Computer◦Health◦Project Lead the Way
Materials needed for 5th Grade Students
Class supply lists will be forth coming…
Online registration Every 5th Grade student will purchase:
◦Combination Lock for locker (keep through OHS)
◦Safety Goggles (keep through OHS)◦TI-15 Calculator (Unless you already have
one)◦Geo-Template for 5/6 Math
LunchStudent use a 4 digit pin number to order hot
lunch5 choices to choose from everyday
◦ Includes fruit, salad bar and a milk◦ 2013-4 Price: $2.40-$3.05, milk is $.35
Allergy table for students with allergy free lunchesAllergy menu for students with allergiesMoney can be deposited in the office or onlineParents can view what your child is eating and
manage the amount they spend onlineCold lunch is common for many studentsBreakfast is served from 7:15-7:30 am
Clubs and Activities for 5th Grade Students (tentative)
Archery ClubStock MarketHands for ChangeChess ClubDigital PhotographyRoboticsBackyard GamesSoccer ClubCo-ExistTrap Shooting Club
5-6th Grade PomsYou Be the
ChemistRunning ClubStudent CouncilYearbookChill at the HillSpanish/German/
Chinese ClubForensics
Transportation/Drop Off/Pick UpBus entrance and loading/unloading is on the
west side of the building.Drop off/Pick up is in the front of the school.
Please make sure you drop your students curb side. THIS IS DROP AND GO!
Visitor parking is located in the front of schoolEvent parking happens in both school lots
(Multiple doors will be open.)Walk/Bike Riders use safe school routes.
Crossing guards are located near school intersections.
Check our website for more information about transportation!
Nature Hill PTOPurpose – Support school
programming and host events for students at NHI.
PTO meetings are monthly.Opportunities to volunteer for
dances, book fair, teacher appreciation week, etc
A great way to stay informed! Instant feedback and questions answered.
NHI Communication
Traditional: email, phone, parent teacher conferences, school and district website…
Daily announcement: http://goo.gl/eKuPog
Text messages: text “follow NHI_Wolves” to 40404
Like us on FacebookTwitter: @NHI_Wolves
Where do I go if I have questions or concerns?
Classroom teacher is always the go-to person
Counselor ◦Mrs. Barker
Administration ◦Mr. O’Connor or Ms. Hedrick
For any questions or concerns: call, email, or make an appointment with one of the administrative assistances in the office.
5th Grade Transition to NHI – WEB Program
NHI staff assist 8th grade student leaders in working with our 5th grade students
Designed to assist your child in making the transition into NHI
Activities◦Movin’ In Day – Tuesday, August 19, 2014
from 9:00 to 12:00 ◦Team building events throughout the year◦Classroom check-ins by WEB Leaders
Not required participation, but highly recommended.
Important DatesOnline Registration
◦July 7, 2014 – August 13, 2014WEB Day
◦Tuesday, August 19th 9-12:00NHI Open House
◦Tuesday, August 26, 2014 3-5pmFirst Day of School
◦Tuesday, September 2, 2014School Pictures
◦Monday, September 8 2014
How can I ensure my child is successful at NHI ?
Read nightly and over the summerEncourage participation in clubs
and activitiesCommunicate with teacher
regularly Volunteer (especially with PTO)Get to know parents and families
from other schoolsBe active in your child’s digital
world
Questions ?We will be around to answer any
individual questions you may have.