West Stanly Middle School Open House 2012

Vision WSMS creates 21 st century learning experiences through a commitment to high quality education, student growth, and service to our community. Mission Engage Empower Encourage

Daily Schedule Academic Classes – 4 hours Communication Skills Math Science Social Studies Exploratory Classes – 1.5 hours 2 classes per day (45 minutes each) Physical Education Health AIG Band Art Music Computer Skills and Applications Career Exploration Media/Guidance (6 th Grade)

Daily Schedule 8:15am – 3:00pm Students will be allowed to enter the building at 7:45am. Students will proceed to the cafeteria if eating breakfast or to the gym if not eating breakfast. Drop-off and Pick-up for Cars Sidewalk to the right of the building Pull as far forward as possible in the mornings and afternoons In the afternoon, cars will line up along the sidewalk and in the painted lanes (#1 - #5).

Buses Bus information available in Media Center immediately following this meeting. Pick-up/Drop-off times for the first few days of school

Morning Tardies The Tardy Bell rings at 8:15am. Students will be required to sign in at the office. After-School Detention if more than 3 tardies are accumulated during the quarter. Parents will be required to come in to the office to sign students in once they reach 3 tardies for the nine weeks. Early Check-Outs Students cannot be signed out between 2:30-3:00pm. The office is very hectic and teachers are busy with final instructions for students. Early check-outs should not occur on a frequent basis. After-School Detention if more than 3 Early Check- Outs are accumulated during the quarter.

PE Information Students will be required to Dress Out each day during PE. Uniforms will consist of shorts and a t- shirt. Uniforms will be for sale following this meeting ($20 for shirt and shorts). Shorts – black or navy blue, knee-length Shirts – green, must have sleeves

Clubs / Extracurricular Activities Art Club Running Club FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) Battle of the Books Student Council Sportsman Club (Archery, Fishing, Shooting, Hunter Safety) FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) Yearbook News Team Scrapbooking Drama BETA Club Pep/Spirit Club Service Jazz Band Photography

Student Discipline Plan Level System – 1 to 6 Each nine weeks, students begin on a Level 4. Each level has different privileges or consequences. Team teachers will explain the plan in detail with the students. Rules I will follow all directions. I will respect the rights, feelings, and property of others. I will be in my assigned area at all times. I will be prepared for class.

Dress Code  Pants or jeans cannot have any holes or anything resembling holes (i.e. a hole with threads across it) above the knee.  Shorts and skirts must come to the fingertips of students with hands down by their sides.  Straps must be at least 2 inches wide, approximately the width of the student ID card.  Flip flops are allowed for students.

Lunch Three separate lunches Go to lunch with academic team teachers One grade level in the cafeteria Lockers 6 th grade  Most students will have their own locker, a few will share. 7 th and 8 th grades  Students will share lockers.

PTO Information Memberships - $5 per family WSMS T-shirts - $10 September 10 at 7:00pm Opportunity to join PTO tonight or prior to the Sept. 10 meeting Discount Card Fundraiser Back to School Dance Friday, September 7 (7:00-9:30)

Parents of AIG Students Please see Mrs. Ingle in the front lobby before you leave tonight. School Nurse Students who will have meds at school or have any medical condition should see the nurse in the main office. Tdap Immunizations due Sept. 25

This presentation will be posted on the West Stanly Middle School website. Thanks for your attention and attendance tonight.