Warm Springs Middle School WILDCATS Inspired to think, to learn, to achieve, to care with P.R.I.D.E.

Welcome Future Wildcats! Alta Murrieta Elementary Mustangs Buchanan Elementary Blazers

Mr. Proffitt (Last Name A-K) Mrs. Young (Last Name L-Z) 2016-2017 ADMINISTRATION Principal: Mr. Picchiottino (Mr. P) Assistant Principal: Mrs. Zarate Counselors: Mr. Proffitt (Last Name A-K) Mrs. Young (Last Name L-Z)

Purpose Rigor Integrity Determination Empowerment 2016-2017 Estimated Enrollment 6th Grade- 260 Students 7th Grade- 301 Students 8th Grade- 285 Students Purpose Rigor Integrity Determination Empowerment

Assessment Data Grades (report cards) Placement in 6th grade is based on 5th grade assessment data. Grades (report cards) SRI (Scholastic Reading Inventory) SMI (Scholastic Math Inventory) Benchmarks Teacher Recommendation Adv. At Grade Level Support

WSMS SAMPLE SCHEDULE

ZERO PERIOD Courses Offered: PE 6 PE 7 Forensics/Technology Science 7 WEB (8th Grade) Musical Theater AVID 8 Yearbook ZERO PERIOD 7:55am-8:45 Daily

PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASS °PE is co-ed- (Minimum of 200 minutes required every 10 school days) ° Students dress out in their PE uniform everyday (purchase at schedule pick up day: $20) ° Lockers are assigned in the locker room for PE only PE OPTIONS: PE 6 Dance Sports Conditioning

6th Grade EXPLORATORY CLASSES Band ASB Intro to AVID AVID 6 ART I Technology Forensics Photography Musical Theater (Theater Arts) Renaissance (Spirit Club) Yearbook

Clubs & Activities PLUS FORUM GUITAR ANIME ASTRO CLUB MOUNTAIN BIKE CLUB RUNNING CLUB TALENT SHOW DRAMA CLUB CHESS CLUB FANTASY BOOK CLUB STUDENT VENTURE COLOR GUARD BASKETBALL INTRAMURAL SPORTS DANCES LUNCH BUNCH DRUMLINE JAZZ BAND UKULELE CLUB Clubs & Activities

HOMEWORK POLICY Students may receive 30 to 45 minutes of homework per block, up to four days per week (60-90 minutes total). Students should be writing their assignments in their agenda everyday. Parents should check agendas for assignments. Parents should check ABI for homework completion and overall grades.

(Binder essentials list will be provided at schedule pick up) Possible Supplies Backpack Two inch 3-ring binder Folder for homework Earbuds Spiral notebooks Agenda (Provided) PE clothes ID card (additional cards $5) All students will be given a set of textbooks to leave at home. (Binder essentials list will be provided at schedule pick up)

COMMUNICATION is key -WARM SPRINGS WEB SITE http://gowsms.com -TEACHER’S EMAIL ADDRESS tname@murrieta.k12.ca.us -ABI – Parent Portal to check grades, attendance, discipline (website and codes will be given at orientation)

Look Good While Following the Dress Code Appropriate Dress for school No undergarments can be shown (no spaghetti straps or bandeaus) No garments that show the stomach or back at any time Skirts & shorts must be no more than 4” above the knee, even if tights or leggings are worn underneath -NO LEGGINGS Hats must face forward and may be worn outside only – school colors (solid blue, white or black), college or MVUSD hats only! Boys – NO SAGGING or shirts with brands! No Sports Team Clothing No PJs or slippers Be comfortable and professional!

Purpose Rigor Integrity Determination Empowerment Wildcat P.R.I.D.E. Purpose Rigor Integrity Determination Empowerment Ways Students Demonstrate Wildcat PRIDE: Be polite and respectful. Be positive and supportive. Be responsible and a good role model for others. such as: cleaning up after oneself, walking while on campus, following the school rules (including dress code policy) and demonstrating self-control. Be trustworthy – tell the truth and always do the ‘right’ thing even when no one is looking.

COURSE REQUESTS 2016-2017

COURSE REQUEST INSTRUCTIONS

Important Dates Open House- March 15th 6th grade Course Selection Forms DUE to your teacher by Thursday March 17th Forms will be picked up FRIDAY morning! Important Dates

…More Important Dates 6th Grade Schedule Pick-Up Day: First Week of August 8:30am-1:30pm At Schedule pick up students will receive: 1. Class Schedule 2. PE clothes may be purchased 3. Agenda 4. Text books 5. ID Card/Picture 6th Grade Student Orientation : TBD (Monday or Tuesday Prior to School Starting) 9am-1pm At Orientation, students will: 1. Meet their WEB Leaders 2. Tour The Campus 3. Find Their Classes 4. Enjoy a BBQ Tentative 1st Day of School: Wednesday August 10, 2016

Warm Springs Middle School Annual Open House 5:30 - - 7:30 pm Current 5 th Grade Families are encouraged to visit Symphonic Band & Choir will perform PTSA Book Fair Variety of vendors on campus selling food All classrooms will be open for self guided tours at 6:30pm March 15th, 2016 5:30 pm – Meet Mr. Picchiottino, WSMS Principal, in MPR for introductions of WSMS Administration/Faculty; Symphonic Band, Choir, Color Guard will perform immediately following introductions; PTSA introductions and annual meeting

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