1. Welcome to Eisenhower M.S.
Transitioning to IKE from elementary school

2. Eisenhower Leadership Team
Name
Position
Mr. Smith
Principal
Ms. Canales
6th grade Assistant Principal ( )
Mr. Gallardo
7th grade Assistant Principal ( )
Mr. Oropez
8th grade Assistant Principal ( )
Ms. Berube
Academic Dean
Mrs. Gutierrez-Patacsil
Counselor
Mrs. Shortt
Mrs. Lemoine
Special Education Coordinator
Mrs. Hicks
Family Specialist

3. Eisenhower M.S. Counselors
Mrs. Gutierrez-Patacsil A - K
Mrs. Shortt L - Z
Mr. Lucio STAN Counselor

4. Middle School Lingo Period: one class (about 45 minutes)
Semester: half of a year (Fall/ Spring)
Passing period: time between classes (4 minutes)

5. Eisenhower Schedule 8:25am – 3:40pm
10:59 – 11:29 – 6th grade lunch (open seating)

6. Sample Student Schedule
Period
Class
Teacher
Room 1
English
Mr. Gonzalez
101 2
PE/ Health
Coach Moore
Gym 3
Science
Ms. Hopkins
702
Lunch in Cafeteria 4
Social Studies
Mr. Reynolds
102 5
Reading
Ms. Gable
105 6
Math
Ms. Garcia
104 7
Fine Art Elective
Mr. Nelson
202 8
Elective #2
Ms. Shipley
210

7. 6th Grade Course Requirements
1) Reading (Regular or Pre-AP)
2) English (Regular or Pre-AP)
3) Math (Regular or Pre-AP)
4) Science
5) Social Studies
6) PE and Health (one semester of each)
7) Fine Art Elective*
8) Elective*
*Electives may be replaced with Math/Reading Workshops depending on passing of 5th grade Math/Reading STAAR.

8. What is Pre-AP?
Pre-AP courses have a faster paced and require more preparation than regular courses. You will be required to do more work outside of class.
In 6th grade, Pre-AP courses are offered in Reading, English, and Math.
Any student may enroll in Pre-AP classes, but it is strongly advised that you speak with your 5th grade teacher about their recommendation.
Parent signature is required on the back of the course card for students that choose Pre-AP.

9. Pre-AP Reading/English
Pre-AP English and Reading are challenging courses that typically involve more projects and hands-on assignments.
Pre-AP English must be taken with Pre-AP Reading
It is strongly recommended that you consult with your child’s current English/Reading teachers.

10. Pre-AP Math
Pre-AP Math in 6th grade requires students to fulfill all the same requirements as a regular Math, plus some 7th grade requirements.
If you are on the Pre-AP Math track, and you continue through 8th grade, then you will take Algebra I in 8th grade. Algebra I is a high school level math class. This means you will get high school credit for successfully completing Algebra I in 8th grade.

11. P.E. and Health All 6th graders are required to take:
One semester of PE
One semester of Health
PE uniforms are required:
Black shorts and a gray t-shirt
You may purchase these at Ike or bring your own (without graphics).

12. Electives All 6th graders are allowed 2 elective periods:
One fine art
One other elective
See electives detailed on the next slides.

13. Fine Arts (Remember: You must choose at least 1)
Orchestra
Band
Choir
Art
Theater Arts

14. Orchestra
Students will learn to play stringed instruments such as the violin, cello, viola, or string bass.
There are beginner and intermediate options for 6th grade students.

15. Band
Students will have the opportunity to play an instrument. The student and parent will meet with the Band director to determine which instrument the student will play.
Students will have the opportunity to participate in concerts and contests after school

16. Choir
Students will sing, learn to sight-read, and learn proper vocal techniques.

17. Art
Art at Ike is an introduction to drawing, painting, sculpture, and ceramics.

18. Theater Arts
Theater arts is a course that emphasizes acting and drama.

19. Other Electives Available
Besides the one required Fine Art elective, students are required to take one other elective.
Choices include:
AVID (application required)
Robotics/ Technology Applications
Robotics/ Technology Applications GT
Debate

20. AVID AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination.
This course is aimed at students taking one or more Pre- AP classes. The course will help student to prepare for college eligibility and success.
Application is required.

21. Technology Applications
This course is for lovers of computers and technology.
Technology Applications is technology-driven, and includes robotics and design and analysis of robotic and intelligent systems.
GT Technology Applications also available
Student must be identified GT in 5th grade.

22. Debate
For Debate, students will research, write, and present original works.
Students will also critically evaluate works from others.
Students will learn to speak in front of others and present their works in a skilled manner.

23. Math and Reading Workshops (SSI)
Students are placed in Reading Workshop or Math Workshop if they are not successful on the 5th grade STAAR test.
Workshop classes are additional Math and Reading courses students take in order to help them to be successful on 6th grade STAAR.
Workshop classes take the place of an elective.

24. Dual Language Students
(E.S. Counselors – please omit this slide if you do not have a Dual Language program)
Dual Language program requires 6th grade students to take Spanish Literature.
Students will be limited to 1 Fine Arts elective choice.

25. Pride Camp 2019 Pride Camp is for all incoming 6th grade students.
It is held the week before school begins.
You will get your locker and you will meet your teachers.
Students and parents will be able to purchase Ike spirit shirts, PE uniforms, and other spirit items.

26. Notes to remember
Students must take Reading Pre-AP and English Pre-AP together.
A student considering Pre-AP Math must begin this coursework in 6th grade.
You cannot take 6th grade regular Math, and then 7th grade Pre-AP Math.

27. More notes to remember You must rank electives 1 – 3.
Student and parent must both sign course card.
Parent signature is required on the back of the page if you choose a Pre-AP class.

28. Course Cards are due to your elementary school counselor by
Questions?
Course Cards are due to your
elementary school counselor by
_________________________!

29. 6th grade Choice Sheet OPTIONAL: Scan choice sheet
and paste image here.

30. 6th grade Dual Language Choice Sheet
(E.S. Counselors – please omit this slide if you do not have a Dual Language program)
6th grade Dual Language Choice Sheet
OPTIONAL:
Scan choice sheet
and paste image here.

31. Pre-AP Agreement