1. Moving On The Transition from 5-6 Toronto District School Board

2. Welcome Parents/Guardians and Students
Mckee P.S.
Lillian P.S.
Finch P.S.

3. “Adolescent brains are a work in progress”. Dr
“Adolescent brains are a work in progress” Dr.Jay Geidd (National Institutes of Health)

4. Cummer Valley Middle School
590 students
Grades 6,7,8
This year:
4 Regular 6
1 Gifted 6
1 ESL 6

5. Administrators
Principal: Mrs. Lew Vice Principal: Mr. Messersi

6. A Celebration of Character
Cummer Valley is a safe, caring and inclusive school where everyone belongs!
Teachers and administrators are available to help students achieve their best

7. We Value Each and every student
A strong public education system a partnership of students, schools, family, and community
The uniqueness and diversity of our students and our community
The commitment and skills of our staff
Equity, innovation, accountability, and accessibility
A learning environment that is safe, nurturing, positive, and respectful.

8. Student Expectations
To be treated with respect and dignity by all members of the school community
To learn in a safe and secure learning environment where individual differences are recognized & respected

9. Student Responsibilities
To show RESPECT for self, other students, all adults in the school, and school property
To come to school ON TIME, ready and prepared to learn
To consistently follow school expectations and to take responsibility for his/her own actions

10. Parent/Guardian Expectations
To be treated with respect and dignity by all members of school community
To receive regular communication from the school regarding student progress
To be kept informed of school activities and initiatives
Parent expectations and responsibilities are usually listed in school brochure and student agenda. Have copies on hand for parents to take away or examine.

11. Parent/Guardian Responsibilities
To support school staff in maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment
To ensure that students attend school regularly and are prepared to learn
To monitor child’s homework and progress
To communicate regularly with school
Parent expectations and responsibilities are usually listed in school brochure and student agenda. Have copies on hand for parents to take away or examine.

12. Life At Cummer…The 4 A’s
Athletics – Badminton, Volleyball, Basketball, Floor Hockey, Softball, Soccer, Track and Field, Cross Country
Arts – Drama, Visual Arts, Band, Choir, Talent Show
Academics – Peer Tutor Club, Speech Competitions, Math contests, Robotics
Attitude – Student Council, Me to We, The Eco Club, Future Aces, Boys to Men, Office Announcers

13. Proud Of Our Students
Each year CVMS students participate in a number of math, science and Scholastic competitions.
CVMS consistently scores in the top 10% of Ontario!

14. Proud of our Athletics
Every year our students do extremely well in sports, winning many Conference and City Competitions
Go Vipers!!!

15. What To Expect In Grade 6 Lockers/locks Agendas
Co-curricular activities/clubs/sports
6 Day Cycle
No Recess Break
Increased Homework
Specialized Teachers
More Independence, Responsibility

16. The School Day
8:45 the school bell rings and you may go to your locker
First period begins at 9:00
If you are late you will need a late slip
Nutrition break is from 10:42-10:54
Dismissal is at 3:12
Classes are 50 min. in length

18. Lunch Hour/Cafeteria There are 2 lunch periods: periods 4 and 5
Students can buy food during morning Break or at Lunch
Variety of healthy choices
$5 lunch combos

19. How Is Middle School Different?
Half of the day you are in CORE taking language arts, math, social studies, media and library (media and library are NOT every day)
The other half of the day you rotate through different classes on different days
These include: science and technology, French, drama and dance, visual arts, family studies and physical education

20. French You will take French 5 times in a 6 day cycle
At the end of the year all the grade 6s go to Le Papillon; a fancy French restaurant downtown

21. Our Music Program

22. Design and Technology
You will take Design and Technology as part of your science program
You will be designing, creating and building

23. Visual Arts

24. Drama and Dance You will take drama and dance for 1/3 of the year
Students have a lot of fun learning new games, dances and performing!

25. Family Studies ~ Cooking
Students enjoy
cooking and eating!
Yummy!

26. Physical Education
You will take physical education all year – 3 times in a cycle of 6 days
You will need to purchase a uniform during the first week of school

27. English as a Second Language Class

28. School Guidance Program
PROVIDE SUPPORT AND COUNSELLING FOR:
Students and their families
Academic areas of need
Personal/Social areas of need
Course selection process

29. School Guidance Program
Some Advice For Parents…
Stay involved…don’t hesitate to call your child’s teacher or counsellor
Talk…talk…talk…to your child!!!
We do give homework…and we do offer after school support 

30. School Guidance Program
Some Advice For Parents…
Be careful of electronic devices
Proper time management at home is very important…electronic addiction is on the rise.
Electronic Devices should remain in the locker, turned off unless permission from the teacher is given to use for assignments – this includes lunch time
Get informed (cyber safety)
Youtube, MSN, Facebook, Texting, Instagram
Gaming

31. School Guidance Program
Tips for Success…
Be at School On-Time!!
Complete your Homework!!
Get Involved!!

32. TRANSITION TASKS FOR PARENTS
Adjustment to many teachers
Adjustment to changes in child’s interests, responsibilities, privileges, independence
Monitor child’s academic progress and supervise homework
when do I contact homeform teacher, subject teacher, guidance counsellor, administrator

33. TRANSITION TASKS FOR PARENTS
Encourage child to make wise decisions
Enjoy spending time together
Breathe

34. QUESTIONS?