1. Is it really that different?
Middle School
Is it really that different?

2. Elementary vs. Intermediate
First time having to really study all week long
No Wednesday folder
Organizational skills and student planners
6+ different teachers and traveling to classes
1:1 Campus with Google Chromebooks

3. Differences between Regular, Pre-AP, and Pre-AP/GT

4. Regular / On Level Courses
Homework will be a major part of nightly routine
Teacher directed activities and learning
Daily drill of new learning
Review sheets often given before tests

5. Pre AP & Pre AP-GT
Independent learners
Faster pace
Increased homework level
Application level questions and/or essay style tests
Active participation
Self Motivated

6. 6th grade GT
Must have qualified based on previous screening
GT students may be asked to complete outside, independent research/project to be presented in the classroom

7. Exit Policy from Pre AP Courses
Conference with Teacher & Administrator
Exit at the end of first semester
It is recommended that the parent contacts the teacher for a conference if the student is not making a “C” average in the Pre AP curriculum

8. Subjects & Electives

9. Required Courses in Intermediate School:
4 Core Subjects each year
2 years PE/Athletics
1 year Fine Art

10. Typical 6th Grade Schedule
English/Language Arts Block
Math
Science
Social Studies PE
Elective

11. Language Arts Two periods per day with same teacher
Spelling, grammar, reading comprehension, and composition skills
Homework assigned nightly

12. Math Must know multiplication and division facts prior to 6th grade
Homework given nightly
Before school tutorials available
Teacher websites, Google classroom

13. Science General science Lab safety and experiments
Homework assigned 2 – 3 nights a week

14. Social Studies Countries and cultures Map study
Homework assigned 2 – 3 nights a week

15. 6th Grade Electives Art* Theater Arts* Band* Choir* Orchestra*
Power Math (required based on STAAR results)
*Requires fees and/or instrument rental
*Band and Orchestra will send letters in late March for instrument selection dates and times.

16. Physical Education 6th and 7th grade
Dress out in their PE uniform daily
Off Campus PE program (paperwork required –(contact your elementary counselor)
*5 plus hours per week of direct instruction from a KISD approved off campus PE establishment
*15 plus hours per week of direct instruction from a KISD approved off campus PE establishment for early release or late arrival

17. Awesome Site for learning about classes!!!
Ulrich Website

18. Home School Communication

19. Progress Reports Distributed during 7th period
Parents can check Skyward daily for current information regarding student grades

20. Teacher Communication
Phone Call
Individual Conference
Open House

21. Open House Fall and Spring semester
Fall Open House allows parents to walk through their student’s schedule
Spring Open House is a community event with various activities and student presentations

22. Social Growth Opportunities

23. Social Growth Opportunities
Kleb offers many new experiences
Clubs
Student Council
Academic and Extracurricular Activities

24. Kleb Clubs Academic Pentathlon Art Club American Sign Language Club
Asian/Anime Club  
Chess Club
DI (Destination Imagination)
Bearcub Club
Math Club   
NJHS
Science Club
Spanish Club (for students enrolled in Span. 1 & 2)
Speech and Drama Club (KISS Club)
Student Council (STUCO)
Cubs for Christ
Other ways to get involved: Try out for sports (football, volleyball, basketball, track, cross country, swimming, cheerleading, etc.) Join the choir, orchestra or band! Participate in Theater Arts productions. Compete in drawing and writing competitions!

25. Get Prepared

26. Students Can Prepare By…
Begin now to strengthen organizational skills
Master all math facts
Read, read, read, especially during the summer
Novels
Non-fiction
Current events

27. How Can Parents Prepare?
Talk with the 5th grade teachers about subject level placement (Regulars, Pre AP, Pre AP/GT)
Help your child make a wise elective choice

28. What Can You Do To Make Yourself a Successful Kleb Student?
Check Skyward family access
Check planners nightly
Check teacher websites and Google classroom
Do not accept zeros as grades!

29. Last Day for Schedule Change
The last day for any schedule change, including both elective changes and level changes (Pre-AP / Regular) will be June 7 at 3:00 pm (contact your child’s elementary counselor). After June 7 no changes can be honored. Once school starts if your child struggles in Pre-AP a change from Pre-AP to regular can be requested at semester.

30. Time for questions. Have a successful finish to 5th grade and good luck in August!!