Welcome to Dutchman Creek Middle School

Mr. Williams- Principal It is my distinct pleasure to serve as the principal of Dutchman Creek. I am looking forward to working with you next year

Ms. Cobb – Assistant Principal Mr. Phillips – School Counselor

How is Dutchman Creek Different? Classes Lockers Teams DCMS is different from elementary school. You will have...

A Busier Schedule You will have 7 classes per day: *Math*Science*Language Arts *Social Studies*Enrichment *PE/Health*Elective(s) Elective Choices *Band (year-long)*Chorus (year-long) *Orchestra (year-long) *Home Arts*Art *Spanish *Careers and Tech. *Computer Technology*Piano

What is Enrichment?  More opportunities for direct instruction  Gifted and Talented Instruction  Remediation/additional assistance

More Choices You can take part in extracurricular activities such as…. *Law Enforcement Club*Step Team *Yearbook *212*Book Club *180*Academic Challenge *Student Council*Chorus, Band, or Orchestra Some groups may go on field trips to interesting places

Grading Scale 93 – 100 = A 85 – 92 = B 77 – 84 = C 70 – 76 = D

Common Core Standards  South Carolina has adopted the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for K-12 English language arts and mathematics.  The CCSS standards provide a consistent framework to prepare students for success in college or the 21st century workplace.

More Independence  Sit anywhere in the cafeteria and have more food choices  Have 3-4 minutes between classes  Wear a PE uniform ($15)  Make new friends/lose some old ones  Keep belongings in a locker

Standard Code of Dress  Shirts: Any solid colored polo or collared shirt (shirts should not have logos, stripes, etc.)  Pants/Shorts/Skirts: Navy, black, brown, gray or khaki  Belts  Shoes

Dress Down Days  Students will have opportunities to dress down.

Opportunities  To meet new people  To develop new skills and interests  To explore your goals for the future

Course Selection Sheets  Soon you and your child will be choosing his/her classes for 6 th grade. The course selection sheet looks like…..course selection sheet

Schedules  You will receive your schedule in the mail approximately 1 week before school begins.  You will have opportunities to visit the campus prior to the first day of school.  You will have an opportunity to attend the first day of school with your 6 th grader!

Transportation Information  DCMS will open at 7:45 a.m.  Students will begin to transition to their homebase at 8:20 a.m.  Class begins at 8:30 a.m.  Car-riders should enter/exit via the Mt. Gallant Road entrance.  The Car pool lane is behind the school – afternoon only. Parents should enter/exit via the Museum Road entrance.  Bus-riders should enter/exit via the Museum Road entrance.  Feel free to contact the Transportation Complex at if you have questions.

Starting Middle School is a BIG STEP!! It means you’re getting older. It’s okay to feel…

 Excited-  Excited- There are many great opportunities to look forward to!  Nervous-  Nervous- Starting middle school can be a little scary. Don’t worry… lots of other students (and parents) will feel nervous as well!_____________________________________  Sad-  Sad- It can be hard if you aren’t in the same classes with your friends. You will have opportunities to make new friends in middle school.

We’re Glad To Have You At DCMS

Contact Information  Please check the school web page or contact us if you have any questions as your child makes this transition to middle school Mr. Williams - Ms. Cobb – Mr. Phillips –

Thank you for joining us this evening! We look forward to seeing you in fall! Please place your comment cards in the green bins as you exit.