2. Sixth Grade Orientation Welcome to Northeastern Clinton Central Middle School Middle School Orientation

3. Welcome to Middle School  This power point presentation is designed to answer some of your burning questions!

4. What do I do if I can’t get my locker open? Help! What do I do if I can’t get my locker open? Oh, man, I don’t want to be late for class!

5. What do I do if I can’t get my locker open? My teacher is going to be mad! 1.Ask a friend for help.

6. What do I do if I can’t get my locker open? They are going to start without me! 2. Tell a teacher.

7. What do I do if I can’t get my locker open? I need time to get my homework out! 3. Hail down a custodian!

8. What do I do if I can’t get my locker open? I need to get my bell ringer done! 4. If all else fails, tell someone in the office.

10. What about my locker??

11. Do..  Keep it organized  Keep it Clean Don’t…  Keep trash in it  Keep your wet bathing suit and towel in it overnight  Keep food or drinks overnight  Rig the lock

13. Locker shelves are very helpful in keeping your locker neat and organized.

14. “Jerry you goofball! Can’t you read?!”

15. I have so many classes! What do I bring with me to class?

16. In EVERY class you will need:  Something to write with  Your binder/ agenda  A textbook

17. While I’m in class, what if…

18. I have to go to the bathroom!

19.  try to PLAN AHEAD  go between classes  ask teacher

20. I don’t feel very well…

22. Tell the teacher I don’t feel well, Mrs. Harrigan. Okay Nick, I’ll write you a pass to go see the nurse.

23. The School Nurse  Mrs. Letourneau/ Mrs. Bortnick  Evaluate  Mint  Home/class/rest A mint! Are you kidding me right now!

24. Medicinal reasons for mints Mint helps with:  Migraines  Nervousness  Stomach disorders  Heartburn  Cramps

25. What do my teachers expect of me?

27. Teachers Expect You To:  Arrive to class on time  Follow all classroom rules  Make sure you write down homework  Do your homework in study hall or at home  Be respectful of EVERYONE

28. While we are on the subject of homework!

29. Did you say, “Homework!”

31. Homework will be: Homework will be:  written in agenda  posted on teacher’s websites teacher’s websitesteacher’s websites

32. What will our reading program be like?

33. 100 Book Challenge  www.americanreading.com www.americanreading.com

34. What if I am absent?

35. When you are absent:  A parent should notify the office by 9:00 AM and pick up work between 2:00 and 4:00  The day you return, bring an excuse to the office and ask all your teachers for missed work

36. Do I have to take swimming?

37. YES!  Unless you have a medical excuse  Make up ALL missed classes

38. What do I need for gym class?

39.  Shorts  Tee shirt  Sneakers  Be prepared to go outside, weather permitting  After gym class it is suggested you take a shower  You will have a gym locker with a lock on it to keep your gym clothes in  Make up all missed classes

40. What if I have a problem that I need help with?

41. We are all here to help you!  See a teacher  School counselors: Ms. LaBarre Ms. Miller

42. Middle School Counseling Office Ms. LaBarre Ms. Miller

43. Your schedule

44. Understanding Your schedule  Period (1-9)  Semester –FY = Full Year –Q1 = Quarter 1 –Q2 = quarter 2 –Q3 = quarter 3 –Q4 = quarter 4 –S1 = semester 1 –S2 = semester 2

45. ONE FULL YEAR =  4 Quarters –Q1 = Sept. 3 – Nov. 7 –Q2 = nov. 8 – jan. 20 –Q3 = jan. 22 – apr. 2 –Q4 = apr. 3 – jun. 16  2 semsters –S1 = Sept. 3 – Jan. 20 –S2 = jan. 22 – jun. 16

46. Understanding Your schedule  Class  Section  Subject  Room  Days –123456 –135 –246

47. Understanding your schedule  Sept. 3 = Day 1 September 2008 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 School Starts Day 1 4 2 5 3 6 7 8 4 9 5 10 6 11 1 12 2 13 14 15 3 16 4 17 5 18 6 19 1 20 21 22 2 23 3 24 4 25 5 26 6 27 28 29 1 30 2

48. Student recognition luncheon  Once a month  Nominated by teacher  Acknowledges random acts of kindness, school spirit, and good character  Pizza and ice cream party during lunch  Games – wii, dance dance revolution, and more!!!

49. bullying  Bullying is an act of repeated aggressive behavior in order to intentionally hurt another person, physically or mentally.  Behaviors may include name calling, verbal or written abuse, exclusion from activities, exclusion from social situations, physical abuse, or coercion.

50. Bullying  When confronted by a bully: –There is power in Numbers!  Ask the bully to stop when surrounded by friends –Distract the bully  Ex: “Hey jon, we’re going to be late to class.” –Be confident, assertive, and stay calm  Tell the bully to “stop it!”, “Leave me alone!”, “whatever!”

51. bullying  Tell a teacher, counselor, or another faculty member when the previous methods do not stop the bullying  Help students you witness being bullied

52. As a parent, what can I do to help my child?

53. What role should I take with my child’s homework?

55. How I can help:  Set a specific time for doing homework  Monitor homework  If you can’t, then look over completed assignments  Encourage good study habits  Give praise  Problem? Email or call teacher Email

56. Have a great year!!