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TBD (7 th grade) Mr. Stroud (6 th grade) Mrs. Carrejo (8 th grade) Mr. Kraus (Curriculum) Ms. Thompson (Student Support)
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Mrs. Marshall (8th grade) Mrs. Robinson (6 th grade) Mrs. Clay (7 th grade) Mrs. Darcey (Coordinating) Mrs. Caffey (Registrar)
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2015-2016 Bell Schedule 7 th and 8 th grade 1 st 7:30-8:15 2 nd 8:20-9:05 3 rd 9:10- 9:55 7 th (advisory) 1:15-1:45 8 th 1:50-2:35 6 th grade 1 st 7:30-8:20 2 nd 8:25-9:10 3 rd 9:15- 10:00 7 th 1:20-2:05 8 th (advisory) 2:10-2:35
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6 th Grade Schedule 7 classes-45 minutes in length 30 minute lunch 5 minute passing period between classes 5 core classes (English, Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies) 1 elective P.E. 7 classes-45 minutes in length 30 minute lunch 5 minute passing period between classes 5 core classes (English, Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies) 1 elective P.E.
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7 th Grade Schedule 7 classes-45 minutes in length 30 minute lunch 5 minute passing period between classes 5 core classes (English, Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies) 1 elective P.E. 7 classes-45 minutes in length 30 minute lunch 5 minute passing period between classes 5 core classes (English, Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies) 1 elective P.E.
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8 th Grade Schedule 7 classes-45 minutes in length 30 minute lunch 5 minute passing period between classes 4 core classes (English, Math, Science, Social Studies) 2 electives P.E. 7 classes-45 minutes in length 30 minute lunch 5 minute passing period between classes 4 core classes (English, Math, Science, Social Studies) 2 electives P.E.
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Cafeteria Respectful dining room etiquette Open seating Hot tray, Snack Bar/Pizza Bar Must stay seated and keep area clean Secondary lunch prices: $2.50 Secondary breakfast prices: $1.25 Pay online at www.mealpayplus.com
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CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS DESTINATION IMAGINATION PEP SQUAD SCIENCE OLYMPIAD Art club
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As a 6 th grader students must participate in pep squad and attend the needed amount of events to be eligible to tryout for a cheerleader position as a 7 th and or 8 th grader.
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Choose your appropriate level Academic, Pre-Ap, GT
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Choosing Courses Three Class Formats: 1.Academic – For everyone, on grade level, more time to review concepts, more tutoring provided, prepares students for college as well as other post secondary education 2.PreAP – More challenging, fast paced, requires independent learning, prepares students for AP classes in high school 3.GT – Must be screened and identified
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ACADEMIC COURSES Instruction and learning is at grade level Prepares students for college and post-secondary education Provides more time for repetition
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Designed to challenge motivated students Prepares students for AP/college level courses Moves at a faster pace Requires more independent learning and homework * Students are encouraged to have an 85 or higher for their EOY average prior to entering a PreAP course* Pre AP COURSES
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Big difference in # of objectives covered 5 th grade – approx. 60 objectives 6 th grade Academic – approx. 64 objectives 6 th grade PreAP – over 90 objectives with some being 7 th grade objectives Pre-AP level of instruction will focus on preparation for taking Algebra I in 8 th grade. Big difference in # of objectives covered 5 th grade – approx. 60 objectives 6 th grade Academic – approx. 64 objectives 6 th grade PreAP – over 90 objectives with some being 7 th grade objectives Pre-AP level of instruction will focus on preparation for taking Algebra I in 8 th grade.
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7 th Math Academic 7 th Math Pre-AP (Prerequisite-enrollment in PreAP 6 th grade math with a passing EOY average) 8 th Math Academic ONLY * No Pre-AP for 8 th grade math Algebra (requirement- Enrolled in Pre-AP 7 th math previous year. End of year average must be 75 or higher. Students scoring 70-74 will need to take and pass The Algebra Readiness Test with an 80 or higher) 7 th Math Academic 7 th Math Pre-AP (Prerequisite-enrollment in PreAP 6 th grade math with a passing EOY average) 8 th Math Academic ONLY * No Pre-AP for 8 th grade math Algebra (requirement- Enrolled in Pre-AP 7 th math previous year. End of year average must be 75 or higher. Students scoring 70-74 will need to take and pass The Algebra Readiness Test with an 80 or higher)
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What Students Say About PreAP/GT Math Need to enjoy math a lot and like to learn You will learn something new everyday so you better be used to going fast Better know your basic math facts and know them well Expect homework everyday
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More Pre AP Information
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Physical Education Both boys and girls (separate gyms) Graded class/ attend everyday Dress out in uniforms (laundering fee) Lockers in gyms No Athletics (competitive sports) in 6 th Grade
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Interested in Athletics??? You will need… –Physical on file Students are required to use Pre-participation Physical Examination form provided by Katyisd.rankonesport.com Physicals must be completed AFTER May 1, 2015. –Coach’s Approval
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Reading and Math Lab Based on FIRST administration STAAR scores (take the place of PE or Elective)
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6 th graders Band Orchestra Choir Art Theater Arts 7 th graders Band Orchestra Choir Teen leadership Spanish 1a Theater 2 Art 2 Technology Applications Study Hall 8 th graders Band Orchestra Choir Teen leadership Spanish 1b (HS credit) Accelerated Spanish (HS Credit) Theater 2 or 3 Concepts of Engineering (HS Credit) Principles of Human Services (HS credit) Technology applications Art 2 Art (HS credit) Study Hall ELECTIVES
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Elective Videos
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Elective Videos- PHS- 8 th only
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Elective Videos- Technology Applications (7 th & 8 th )
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Join the fun- get involved www.wcjh-pta.org
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Friday, August 21, 2015 Schedule Pick –Up 6 th Grade- 8:30-9:30 a.m. 7 th Grade- 10:30-11:30 a.m. 8 th Grade- 1:30-2:30 p.m. Get your schedule and purchase spirit wear and school supplies !
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August 21, 2015 Schedules Buy school supplies Buy spirit wear Katy ISD planner ***Bring your checkbook
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Bus Routes School bus route information will be available on-line. Go to www.katyisd.org www.katyisd.org
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Want to be informed? Sign up for eNews by making sure current email address is on file. PARENTS…
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Monday, August 24 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!!! Wednesday, September 2 Open House C U THEN!
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