1. MASTERING MIDDLE SCHOOLat
C.C. GRIFFIN

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

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

4. 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

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. ENCORE CLASSES

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. 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. ***

11. VISUAL ARTS

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

13. 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.

14. 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

15. 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

16. EXPECTATIONS
Safe
Respectful
Responsible

17. 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!

18. 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

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

20. 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.

21. 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.

22. 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

23. 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!

24. 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!

25. 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 at C. C. Griffin

26. 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