PTSA Quarterly Meeting Dr. Brenda Chapman, Principal, Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School March 13, 2012

Purpose of Meeting  To become familiar with the Transition Plan for the incoming sixth and seventh graders for  To become familiar with the Student- Based Budgeting for

Transition Plan for DDEMS  To minimize the anxieties that naturally occur with parents and students through the transition period from elementary to middle school.  To develop a structure plan that will address the needs of all students: sense of belonging, academic support, and parental involvement.

Transition Plan – Instructional Overview  Instructional Program  Rigorous Academic Courses With A 100% Certified Instructional Staff  Enrichment Mod to Provide Remediation & Advanced Courses and Address Social Development Needs of Adolescent Learners  AVID Program  PBIS, Advisory, and Peer Mediation Program

Transition Plan – School Facilities  Grade Level Lunch Schedule  Grade Level Floor Layout – 6 th & 7 th Grade – Separate Floor  Classroom Arrangement – Team Approach (4 X 4)  Lockers Located Separated By Grade Level  6 th Creative Arts Classes Only – Physical Education/Health

Transition Plan – DDEMS Activities  Middle School Tour  5 th and 6 th Graders along with Professional School Counselors will visit Eisenhower MS for a tour and meet with classroom teachers and students. DDEMS Open House  Parents and students will be invited to visit Eisenhower Middle School to see academic excellence at work. Parents will have the opportunity to participate on a guided- tour.

Transition Plan – DDEMS Activities Continued  Parent Orientation  Learn the school’s vision, instructional program, and school’s expectations for academic performance and behavioral conduct Articulation Meetings  Professional School Counselors will meet with feeder elementary counselors and teachers to develop a student profile to assist with student registration.

Transition Plan – DDEMS Activities  PGCPS Transition Day  Students will follow their academic schedule and meet with their classroom teachers to become familiar with classroom expectations and required classroom supplies.  Students will have a brief overview of the Student Code of Conduct conducted by Professional School Counselors and School Administrators.

Student-Based Budgeting at DDEMS  Based upon student enrollment and specified characteristics of students:  ELL  Special Education  High and Low Performers  FARMS  Grade Level Specific

Student-Based Budgeting Overview for DDEMS- Monies Allocation Instructional Program Curriculum DevelopmentPeer Mediation Program; Enrichment Mods Professional Development for Classroom Teachers Adolescent Learners, Universal Design for Learning, Special Education Differentiated Instruction and Cognitive Demand Student IncentivesHonor Roll, Most Improved, Perfect Attendance, PBIS Awards Staffing Needs65 classroom teachers including supporting personnel Substitute Coverage Classroom Equipment & ResourcesClassroom Furniture, Study Island, Computer Equipment, Instructional Materials, Library Books TransportationAfterschool Activities

Personnel Contacts  Principal : Dr. Brenda Chapman  Assistant Principals: Ms. Jeanetta Rainey Mr. Dwayne Martin  Professional School Counselors: Ms. Linda Rupp (7 th ), Ms. Delia Cowling (6 th ) and Mr. Frank White (8 th )  Special Education Chair : Ms. Muthui  ESOL Teacher : Ms. Kim

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