1. Parent & Student Orientation
7th & 8th Grade Registration 2019 – 2020
Grace Malek ~ 6 – 8 Guidance and Counseling
Thursday February 21st , 5:00 – 7:00 in the Auditorium

2. RISING 7TH GRADERS!!!

3. REGISTRATION FORM

5. 7th COURSE OFFERINGS: CORE ELECTIVES

6. CORE CLASSES: Math 7 or Accelerated Math 7
English 7 or Advanced English 7
Life Science 7 or Advanced Science 7
Geography/Citizenship (one each semester)
Physical Education 7

7. 7th ELECTIVES

8. TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION:
Microsoft Access
Prezi
Moviemaker
Photoshop
Cyber Safety
Keyboarding
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Publisher
Microsoft PowerPoint

9. ENRICHMENT / INTERVENTION 7 & 8
Students have an opportunity to work on:
Class assignments
Make up tests
Catch up with notes and study guides
Download documents needed to use offline at home
Remediate math or reading

10. BAND 7 & 8 (Semester 1 & 2)
Grade 7: Band 6 is preferred as pre-requisite
Grade 8: Band 6 & 7 are preferred as pre-requisites
Semester one and two
Summer Camp to practice marching routine
Student can enroll in Band 7 or 8 with teacher approval if pre-requisite classes were not taken.

11. Choir/Music 7 & 8
This course is an exploration through the world of vocal, electronic, and popular music.
This includes:
singing
playing instruments
exploring the process of creating music
sharing that music with others.
Throughout the semester we will learn how to create music in GarageBand, play songs on the Ukulele, and learn about music in new and exciting ways. 

12. STEAM LAB 7 & 8
The STEAM Lab will provide students the opportunity to use their creativity in a technology-rich, hands-on learning environment which will better develop students’ problem solving and critical thinking skills.   
Students will explore topics in eight categories:  
Students will be encouraged to choose an appropriate level of challenge, apply their own interests and learning styles, and explore questions of personal relevance. 
They will maintain learning journals, create project presentations, and reflect on their own learning.   
Circuitry
Computer Graphics
Digital Communications
Mechanics and Structures
Robotics and Control Technology
Scientific Data and Analysis
Software Engineering
Sustainability

13. RISING 8TH GRADERS!!!

14. REGISTRATION FORM

16. 8th COURSE OFFERINGS: CORE ELECTIVES

17. Core Classes: Math 8 or Algebra I English 8 or Advanced English 8
Science 8 or Advanced Science 8
World History 8
Physical Education 8

18. 8th ELECTIVES

19. LEADERSHIP AND PUBLIC SPEAKING
This course covers the following:
Public speaking
Presentation
Appearance
Speaking Toolbox (tone, pace, register, etc.)
Debating or defending ethical issues
Panel
Research to evidence an issue

20. career planning The course covers:
Career assessment to identify interests and skills
Career comparison
College Searches and comparison
4-Year Plan by selecting courses for grades 9 – 12 based on students’ career interests test results
Writing Resume and Interviewing skills
Workplace behavior

21. Parents/Guardians: Please check the appropriate box below
I approve the above schedule for my child.
At this time, I do not plan on my child returning to Oneonta for the upcoming school year.  _______________________________________ Signature of Parents or Guardians
Contact Information:
Home: ____________________________
Business: _________________________ 
Cell: _____________________________ 
____________________________

22. ADVANCED COURSE DESCRIPTION
Advanced courses lay strong foundation for future advanced and AP courses.
These courses establish a clear pipeline for college bound students to succeed in rigorous coursework.
Advanced Courses numeric grade are weighted; two points are added to each semester average.
Due to the rigor of advanced courses, students making B’s and C’s and used to making A’s and B’s, they are still getting good academic foundation.

23. Advanced Courses & Recommendations:
Open Enrollment:
Guidelines are suggested scores to make sure students will be successful in Advanced classes.
Students are advised to check the Accelerated Math, Advanced English and Science guidelines posted on OMS website. (Select Oneonta Middle school from the middle square of the home page, find “News & Events”, click on “Forms” and find the documents.) or click on this link
Students’ performance will be monitored and withdrawal from Advanced courses will be assessed on a case by case basis.

27. Math 8 Accelerated or Math 8 (Accelerated Math 8 is not offered yet)
(COS 2016)
(Transition Year)
(COS 2019)
Math 5
Class of 2026
Math 6 Or
Math 6 Advanced
Math 7
Math 8
Math 7 Accelerated
Math 8 Accelerated or Math 8
Or Math 6 Advanced
Class of 2025
Geometry
Advanced Geometry
Or Math 7 Advanced
Class of 2024
(Accelerated Math 8 is not offered yet)
Algebra I
with Probability
Algebra II
Class of 2023
TBA
Math Path Chart

28. Grade 6: Math 6 or Advanced Math 6 can be selected with flexibility.
Selecting Advanced Math 6 would definitely prepare for Accelerated Math 7
Grade 7: Selecting Accelerated Math 7 is a pre-requisite for Accelerated Math 8
Students can opt out of accelerated path and select Math 8 if unsuccessful in accelerated math 7.
Grade 8: Accelerated Math 8 cannot be taken without having had Accelerated Math 7, by ALSDE guidelines.
There are additional standards covered in Advanced courses that prepare students for the next Accelerated course.
Students can opt out of advanced path, however they will have to double up if they want to get back on the advanced path in high school.
At the end of Grade 8, every student will be prepared for Geometry in Grade 9, regardless of middle school pathway completed
If accelerated pathway is chosen and successfully completed, the student will be prepared to enter directly into Algebra II in Grade 10

29. ACCELERATED MATH 7 ALGEBRA I
A Math Packet covering basic pre-requisite skills will be distributed at the end of the school year to students who have requested Accelerated Math 7 or Algebra I (see Mr. Mitchell or Mrs. Jones)
Students are required to submit the completed packet on the first day of school.
Students will be tested at the beginning of school on the material covered in the packet. This test will count 100 points and be the first test grade of the quarter.

30. Accelerated Math 7 Algebra I
Students are required to have:
The ability to do independent learning.
The ambition to succeed in a rigorous and fast pace instructional environment.
Note: Access to web based components outside of school would be helpful.

31. English 7 & 8 Summer Reading List will be announced at a later time.
Check out Mrs. Powell’s and Mrs. Sandlin’s website.

32. ADVANCED ENGLISH 7 & 8
A reading list will be distributed at the end of the school year to students who have requested Advanced English
Students are required to select 3 books from a preapproved list and read them during the summer.
Students will be tested during 1st quarter of school year on the books that were read.
Gr. 7: Check out Mrs. Powell’s webpage for the summer reading list.
Gr. 8: Check out Mrs. Sandlin’s webpage for the summer reading list.
Contact Teachers:

33. ADVANCED SCIENCE 7
Using Canvas: teacher posts notes, PowerPoints, assignments, and labs for students to access
Students are expected to read notes and labs on their own when assigned.
This is a fast paced class, student are expected to work outside of class when needed to keep up.
Tests will be given in multiple ways: on Chromebooks, paper, through the science lab, as well as projects and presentations.
Labs and activities will be done in small groups. Students are expected to contribute in their group and follow lab safety protocol.
Access to internet at home is helpful to review materials on Canvas.
See Coach Riley for any questions or concerns.

34. ADVANCED SCIENCE 8
Advanced Physical Science is based on a national math and science program: A+ College Ready.  The course requires a genuine effort from each student. 
Prerequisite skills: Algebraic math
A Science Packet consist of memorizing “The Periodic Table” will be distributed in May to students who have requested Advanced Science 8.
Tests and quizzes will be provided by the A+ College Ready program. 
Notes and labs should be read prior to class
Computer based assignments: Canvas and Google Docs
Watch assigned videos
Lab Curriculum
Group/Individual Assignments and Grades
Lab Reports & Performance Exams
Access to internet at home is helpful in order to seek out supplemental information and support classroom learning.
For questions see Mrs. Reynolds

35. Disclaimer:
ONEONTA MIDDLE SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REVISE, CHANGE, OR PLACE STUDENTS BASED ON COURSE OF STUDY STANDARDS MANDATED BY ALABAMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND/OR LOCAL SCHOOL SYSTEM NEEDS.  

36. COMPLETED AND SIGNED FORMS ARE DUE FRIDAY MARCH 8TH , 2019 IN MRS
COMPLETED AND SIGNED FORMS ARE DUE FRIDAY MARCH 8TH , 2019 IN MRS. MALEK’S OFFICE

37. Check school website for posted PowerPoint or contact gmalek@ocsredskins.com