1. Middle School Dragon Time

2. What is Dragon Time?  One period each day is devoted to Dragon Time activities and events. The mission of the Dragon Time program is to develop the relationship, attitudes, and skills that contribute to a positive community.

3. Dragon Time Activities MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday Check & Connect Extended Learning Time (ELT) Clubs Extended Learning Time (ELT) Meetings & Events

4. Check & Connect Advisors check-in with students regarding: “How’s it going?” Service hours Afterschool activities E-portfolios PowerSchool and grades

5. Extended Learning Time (ELT) Students can arrange during this time to: Visit teachers to finish tests Retakes Receive extra help Work on a project with group members Finish missing assignments Get extra practice time on an instrument Read

6. Clubs Several SCIS Middle School Clubs will meet weekly during this time. Club list coming soon!

7. Meetings & Events This day includes but is not limited to: House Games All Middle School assemblies Grade level meetings and assemblies House meetings Celebrations

8. Dragon Time Lessons  Students will participate in lessons focusing on life skills, building character, and adolescence.  This year, these lessons will be taught by the guidance counselor, Ms. Geisen-Kisch as she will visit each advisory on a rotating basis.

9. What is House?  House is a community of students from Grades 6- 8 grouped together. All Middle School students and staff belong to one of five houses.  The program aims to create collaboration and friendly competitions as house members work together to create house cheers, earn points for their house, and compete in house competitions.  Each house is led by two student leaders who are designated as House Captains as well as a teacher advisor.

10. The are 5 Houses  Water  Metal  Wood  Earth  Fire

11. House Games  Through our house system, students participate in House Games organized by House Captains.  House games will happen about once a month on Fridays. Students should wear their house shirts for these competitions.

12. All Middle School Assemblies  These assemblies happen about once a month on Friday. They give us a chance to come together and celebrate all the awesome things we do. Assemblies may include:  Student performances  Recognition of students and teams  Important announcements

13. Go Dragons!