MASTERING MIDDLE SCHOOL at C.C. GRIFFIN

What is the Mascot at C.C. Griffin? The Gryphon Intelligence of an Eagle Strength of a Lion

What are the School Colors? RED BLUE SILVER Strength Courage Truth Loyalty Peace Sincerity

FEARS I won’t be with my friends I won’t be able to open my lock I’ll get lost FEARS I won’t be with my friends I’ll get shoved in my locker The work will be too hard I’ll get into trouble

ALL ABOUT LOCKERS You will be assigned a locker near your homeroom on the first day of school. You will need to bring your own lock- buy one as soon as possible and practice, practice, practice! If you have trouble opening your lock, teachers will help you. The lockers are too small for people to fit in.

CORE CLASSES ELA (English Language Arts) Math, Science, and Social Studies are called your “Core” classes. Your core class teachers make up a “team.” You will only have core classes with students who are also on your team. Each team’s classrooms are clustered together so that you will not get lost.

ENCORE CLASSES

You must change clothes each day for P.E. True or False? False. You do not have to change clothes for P.E., but you may if you want to. You must be wearing : Sneakers / comfortable closed-toe shoes Clothes that let you run, jump, and move easily You must change clothes each day for P.E.

HEALTH AND PE Every student takes Health and P.E. You will alternate between Health and P.E. each quarter. If you choose to change clothes for P.E., you will need a second lock for your P.E. locker.

Encore Choices Cultural Arts and Career Decisions Music Education You will take Each course for one quarter: Cultural Arts Keyboarding / Word Processing Exploring personal characteristics & Careers Exploring Career & Employment You will take one of these for the whole year: Band Chorus Orchestra *** NOTE: If you do not choose a music course in 6th grade, you will not be able to choose one in 7th or 8th grade. ***

VISUAL ARTS

CAREER DECISIONS ROTATION Keyboarding / Word Processing Exploring Personal Characteristics & Careers Exploring Career & Employment

Music Education Orchestra Band Chorus String Instruments Violin, Viola, Bass, or Cello Band Woodwinds or Brass Instruments Flute, Trumpet, Clarinet or Trombone Chorus Learn and practice a variety of vocal music styles Not sure which instrument is right for you? Instrument Sampler Night: March 21, 2019 5:00 – 8:00pm At C. C. G Band, Chorus, and Orchestra are year-long commitments.

CAFETERIA FOOD OPTIONS Breakfast is sold each day before homeroom Each grade level has an assigned lunch period. During lunch students sit with their teams. Each team is assigned to a different area of the cafeteria FOOD OPTIONS My Way Café: Pasta, Popcorn Chicken Bowl, Macaroni & Cheese Grab ‘n’ Go: “Fast Food” options – pizza, burgers chicken fingers, fries Entrée salad available daily

ACTIVITIES Dances Athletic Events Support the team in 6th Try out to play in 7th! Clubs Student Council Robotics Morning Announcements Battle of the Books Field Trips

EXPECTATIONS Safe Respectful Responsible

Gryphon Bucks Handed out by teachers and staff when you are “caught in the act” following expectations Can be used to shop at the gryphon store to buy snacks, school supplies, gryphon gear and more!

Rewards Quarterly Rewards Team rewards Popcorn Socials, recess on the fields, staff vs. students sporting events Team rewards Hat day, free-seating at lunch, technology time, snacks, social time

CONSEQUENCES Responsibility Room (RR) Lunch Detention After School Detention (ASD) In School Suspension (ISS) Out of School Suspension (OSS) Bus referrals/suspension

Attendance School starts at 9am and dismisses at 4pm. Be here, be on time, stay the whole time. Good attendance in middle school is SO IMPORTANT! Being present in classes is the best way to learn and stay on top of assignments.

Technology Each classroom has Chromebooks for student use, so you do not need to bring your own technology Phones/tablets must be turned off and in your locker while you are at school. Be kind to others on social media: school staff does not monitor use of social media at home. However: If your choices online disrupt the learning environment, you could face consequences at school.

One last Trivia Break: Who is the Principal at CCG? Our other Awesome Administrators include: Ms. Short – Assistant Principal of Instruction Mr. Iadarola – Assistant Principal Mr. Crews – Dean of Students Ms. Sue Nash Principal CCG

Get ready for 6th grade finish 5th grade strong! Do your best on your academic work so you are ready for next fall. practice Respect and Responsibility Explore the C.C. Griffin Webpage to learn more about your new school Don’t forget to buy a lock and practice!

secrets to 6th grade success Write down assignments and due dates Keep your locker, binder, and backpack organized Turn in assignments on time Communicate with your teachers Welcome new friends Treat others with kindness and respect Get involved in your school!

COMING UP NEXT Instrument Sampler Night March 21 Elementary School visits to CCG: April 2 – Bethel and Rocky River April 3 – A. T. Allen and Patriots Rising 6th Family Night April 17 at C. C. Griffin

FEARS I won’t be with my friends I won’t be able to open my lock I’ll get lost FEARS I won’t be with my friends I’ll get shoved in my locker The work will be too hard I’ll get into trouble