1. Troy Intermediate Parent Information Night

2. Troy Teams
Teams are a group of students that all share the same 4 core academic teachers.
Benefits of Teams
Teachers can work together to help meet the needs of the child
Students have a sense of belonging/community
Parents have a set group of teachers to communicate and work with

3. Team Concept for Troy
Each team will create their own name, logo, crest, and colors.
Teams represent and mirror all of Troy’s population
Class periods can be grouped to meet the needs of the student and their current ability
If a student needs to change a class period to meet a need, they can keep their team of teacher and their classmates

4. Student Orientation to Troy
August 12th: Schedule and packet pick up. 5:30-7:00 pm.
August 17th: Supply drop off and locker assign
5:30-6:30 5th grade
6:30-7:30 6th grade
August 19th: “Opening Ceremonies” and 1st day of school. 7:45-10:45 orientation, celebration, and team building.

5. Team Name, Crest, and Colors

6. Jones/Citro/Plow/Schilens 5th Grade
Mrs. Jones Mr. Citro
Mrs. Plow Mrs. Schilens
Language Arts Math Science Social Studies

7. Johnson/Hanna/ Esterburg/Hermensky 5th Grade
Mrs. Johnson Mrs. Hanna
Mrs. Esterburg Mrs.Hermensky
Language Arts Math Science Social Studies

8. Koziarz/Lowe/Cheney/Judson 5th Grade
Mrs. Koziarz Mr. Lowe
Mrs. Cheney Ms. Judson
Language Arts Math Science Social Studies

9. Geraci/Hartwell/ J. Dalgleish/Bockelman 6th Grade
Ms. Dalgleish Mrs. Bockelman
Mrs. Geraci Mr. Hartwell
Language Arts Math Science Social Studies

10. Moore/Giomini/Demko/Spagnola 6th Grade
Mrs. Moore Mr. Giomini
Mrs. Demko Mrs. Spagnola
Language Arts Math Science Social Studies

11. H. Dalgleish/Banjoff/ Jaeckin/Walsh 6th Grade
Ms. Dalgleish Ms. Banjoff
Mrs. Jaeckin Mr. Walsh
Language Arts Math Science Social Studies

12. Exploratory Teachers Music: Ms. Maria Brown
Band/Orchestra: Ms. Rebecca Bain
Physical Education: Ms. Cathy Juergens
Art: Mr. Dennis Foldesy
Media: Mr. Greg Arebaugh
Band/Orchestra: Mrs. Kulikowski

13. Intervention Specialists & Tutors
Mrs. Schafer Mrs. Brodke
Mrs. Mitchell Mrs. Long
Mrs. Simmerly Ms. Bianco Mrs. Citro

14. Guidance Counselors Mr. Pat Walsh Ms. Hope Hayden

15. Principal Mr. Andrew Peltz Email: Blog: http://wearetroy.blogspot.com/
Blog:

16. Bell Schedule HR
7:45-
7:51
1st
7:54-
8:47
2nd
8:50-
9:43
3rd
9:46-
10:39
4th
10:42-
11:35
5th
11:38-
12:31
6th
12:34-
1:27
7th
1:30-
2:23
2:26-
2:30
Each student will attend 4 core academic classes a day, one academic extension period, one exploratory class, and lunch/recess. Each period is 53 minutes long and there are 3 minutes between each period

17. 5th Grade Curriculum - ELA
English Language Arts Content
ELA Projects/Assessments
The fifth grade ELA student can expect to focus on the anchor standards for Reading, Writing, Listen/Speaking and Language as established by the Ohio Department of Education. These standards will be provided on the class website.
This course will be using the following anchor texts to accomplish this goal: Walk Two Moon, Running Out of Time, Thanksgiving Treasure, The House Without a Christmas Tree, Chasing Lincoln’s Killer, and Hoot. In addition, teachers may choose other titles to use as partner texts. The 5th grade student will develop three main pieces of writing: Personal Narrative in the form of a memoir, a research report, and an opinion piece. We will also write some poetry.

18. 5th Grade Curriculum - Math
Math Content
Math Projects/Assessments
1st Quarter
Place Value, Adding and Subtracting Decimals, Multiplying Whole Numbers, Dividing by 1 digit Divisors
2nd Quarter
Dividing by 2 Digit Divisors, Multiplying Decimals, Dividing Decimals, Numerical Expressions 
3rd Quarter
Adding and Subtracting Fractions, Mixed Numbers, Multiplying and Dividing Fractions and Mixed Numbers
4th Quarter
Volume of Solids, Data, Classifying Plane Figures, Coordinate Geometry
Khan Academy
• Real life application problem solving
• Daily Quick Checks
• Differentiated to meet the needs of all students

19. 5th Grade Curriculum - Science
Science Content
Science Projects/Assessments
Identify questions that can be answered through scientific investigations;
Design and conduct a scientific investigation;
Use appropriate mathematics, tools and techniques to gather data and information;
Analyze and interpret data;
Develop descriptions, models, explanations and predictions;
Think critically and logically to connect evidence and explanations;
Recognize and analyze alternative explanations and predictions; and
Communicate scientific procedures and explanations
EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE
Topic: Cycles and Patterns in the Solar System
Characteristics, cycles and patterns in the solar system and within the universe.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Topic: Light, Sound and Motion
Forces that affect motion, change in speed of an object, & the amount of force applied vs. mass of the object. Light and sound are explored as forms of energy that move in predictable ways, depending on the matter they move.
LIFE SCIENCE
Topic: Interactions within Ecosystems
Foundational knowledge of the structures and functions of ecosystems.

20. 5th Grade Curriculum – Social Studies
SS Projects/Assessments
Social Studies Content
Students will be given at least one major project to complete per quarter
-Students will be encouraged to stay up to date on current events
-Students will be building and using an “Interactive Social Studies Notebook” as we explore and study each topic
-Nystrom Atlas is a textbook that will be used as a resource for Geography and Map skills
-The Americas is a textbook that will be used as a resource for all topics and can be accessed online
-Newsdepth is a PBS based broadcast that students will view to stay current on events happening in the world
History
--Early Indian Civilizations (Maya, Inca, Aztec, Missisipian)
-European Exploration and colonization
Geography
-Globes, Geographic Tools, Cartography, Map skills
-Regions of the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central America, Caribbean, South America
-Human Impact on physical environment
-American Indian cultures
Government
-Understanding public issues through research
-Democracies, Dictatorships, and Monarchies
Economics
--Productive Resources and Productive Capacity
-Specialization, Trade, Interdependence
-Division of Labor

21. 6th Grade Curriculum - ELA
English Language Writing
ELA Reading
Grammar
Narrative             
Journals
Research       
Poetry   
Persuasive
Descriptive
Expository
Word Origins
Scope Magazine 
Stories from Literature Book             
Whole Class Readings
Some of the titles include:
The Giver       
The True Confessions Of Charlotte Doyle    
A View From Saturday
Various short stories 

22. 6th Grade Curriculum - Math
Math Content
Math Projects/Assessments
1st Quarter Introduction to Algebra & Number Theory Integers & Rational Numbers 2nd Quarter Operations with Rational Numbers Proportional Reasoning 3rd Quarter Percents Data Analysis 4th Quarter Geometry Equations & Inequalities
Khan Academy
Graphing on a coordinate plane
Real life application problems
Frequent quizzes
Adaptable rigor to meet and stretch the students ability levels

23. Family Curriculum Night
Mathematics
6th Grade Math Teachers
Ms. Banjoff
Mr. Giomini
Mr. Hartwell
introductions

24. 6th Grade Math Classes Math 6 Math 6 Plus
Criteria for Math 6 Plus- Must meet 2 of 3
90+ percentile on Spring MAPs
Teacher recommendation
High math fluency
There are two classes, Andy addresses placement information. how are placements made, when will info go out

25. Minimum Assessment Grade Retake Policy
Grade Band Skills
Khan Expectation
Minimum Assessment Grade
Retake Policy
Math 6
All 6th Grade Standards/Some 7th Grade Standards
100% Mastery of 6th Grade
59%
One Retake Opportunity Per Test
Math 6 Plus
All 6th and 7th Grade Standards/Some 8th Grade Standards
100% Mastery of 6th and 7th Grade
N/A
No Retakes
Melissa

26. 6th Grade Scope & Sequence
1st Quarter
Percents
Introduction to Algebra & Number Theory
Data Analysis
Integers & Rational Numbers
4th Quarter
2nd Quarter
Geometry
Operations with Rational Numbers
Equations & Inequalities
Proportional Reasoning
3rd Quarter
Scott - both classes follow the same scope and sequence

27. Khan Academy Avoid Summer Slump All Ability Levels Part of Report Card
Scott

28. Scott

29. Example Assessment Questions

30. Math 6 Item
Basic sixth grade skill: “understand the concept of a ratio…” Dylan

31. Math 6 Item

32. Math 6 Item

33. Math 6 Item

34. Math 6 Item
Stretch within the sixth grade expectations. Scott

35. Math 6
graphically represent (plot values) ratios-banjoff

36. Math 6 Plus
linear relationship, precurser linear algebra, rational numbers as ordered pair dylan

37. Math 6 Plus
Building from understanding of table sof ratios, to include rational numbers and prepare students for functions later on. Scott

38. Math 6 Plus
Similar to sixth grade ratio and unit rate questions, but involves rational numbers. dylan

39. Math 6 Plus
More complicated unit rate questions. Scott

40. Math 6 Plus
High extention thinking of 8th grade concepts such as slope and functions with integers banjoff

41. Math Math 6 Plus

42. Math Math 6 Plus

43. 6th Grade Curriculum - Science
Science Content
Science Projects/Assessments
Life Science- Diversity of Life
Become familiar with microscopes
Discover the characteristics of life
Learn about cells and their importance in living organisms
Discover the parts and vascular system of plants
Learn about seeds and flowers and their adaptations 
Earth Science- Minerals, Rocks and the Rock Cycle
Learn about minerals and their composition
Explore different uses of minerals
Study the three different types of rocks, how they are formed and how we use them today
Learn about the rock cycle
Physical Science- Matter and Atoms
Learn that matter is made of particles too small to see
Understand matter changes form and moves from place to place
Recognize energy changes from one form to another, but it cannot be destroyed
Discover physical forces affect the movement of all matter on Earth 
Science World Magazine
Nonfiction Reading incorporating common core state standards
Interactive website with digital editions, videos and games
Summative Assessments
Short Cycle Assessments
Labs
Projects

44. 6th Grade Curriculum – Social Studies
Social Studies Content
SS Projects/Assessments
Geography/Timelines/21st Century Map Skills
Mesopotamia
Egypt
World Religions: Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism
India
China
Economy
Government
Real Estate Advertisement
Google Maps of Ancient Civilizations
Pharaoh Debate
World Religions Project
Silk Road Simulation
Targeted Consumer Activity
End of Unit Assessments
Summative Quizzes

45. Frequently Asked Questions

46. What is Academic Extension?
53 minute period every day
Flexible Groupings and Content
Grade Level Band/Orchestra
Special Education Meeting Time
Intervention for Reading or Math
Re-teaching, Review and/or Enrich
Class work or homework review

47. How were students assigned to classes?
Heterogeneous Groupings on Teams
Previous Year Teacher Input
Thoughtful Placement
Grades and Scores Only Part of the Process and not the Whole Process

48. How does lunch/recess work?
53 Minutes (26 min. recess & 26 min. lunch)
@ 100 students of same grade eat/recess together
Opportunity to socialize with other students on their team
Assigned seating is rotated to encourage new friendships

49. What extracurricular activities are offered?
Running Club
Builder’s Club
Science Club
Student Council
Choir
Intramurals (6th Grade Only)

50. How does Troy communicate with parents?
PowerSchool
Avon Lake City Schools website
Student Planner
Thursday Folder
Parent s from teachers
Teacher websites/blogs
On-line Announcements
Principal’s Blog: wearetroy.blogspot.com

51. What are Activity Nights?
Troy will host 3 activity nights a year. This is a “kids only” night where we have a DJ, open gym basketball, bingo and crafts. The hours are from 6:00 pm to 8:30 for 5th graders and 8:45 for the 6th graders.

52. What are Power Hours
About once a month, the whole class will get together for a “Power Hour”. We have team building activities, special presentations, anti-bullying programming, positive choice training, and class spirit themed fun. It is our belief that if the students come together as a whole class, then they will grow together as well.

53. What time does school start and end?
School Starts at 7:45 a.m. School Ends at 2:30 p.m. Bus riding students are released first. Parent pick-ups and walkers/bike riders are not released until all busses are gone

54. What if my student is sick/needs called off of school?
When a student is absent from school, a call to the school, by the parent, is required each day before 8:15 am. The attendance voice mailbox phone number is

55. May my student bring in a smartphone or tablet?
We encourage the students to use their personal electronic devices during school for appropriate educational purposes. Troy Intermediate and Avon Lake City Schools are not responsible for the loss or theft of any such items. Personal devices are still subject to the same rules and expectations set forth in the board approved Acceptable Use Policy.

56. Does Troy have a Student Code of Conduct?
Yes. It is the front of the student issued agendas. Dress code, attendance and behavioral expectations/consequences are described there. Students and parents are expected to be familiar with our expectations.

57. Does Troy have a Mission Statement?
We believe that we must teach our kids how to act and not just tell them what not to do. Our Positive Behavior program rewards our kids we catch being good with bi-weekly drawings for special privileges.
Troy Students BELIEVE
Be persevering
Effort in academics
Learning to take responsibility
Integrity and honesty
Enthusiasm for learning
Values people and property
Expectations are high

58. What are the BELIEVE cards for?
Bi-monthly drawings for lanyards that allows you to sit at a friends table at lunch, use of game room during indoor recess, and other rewards
Once a month, the teachers will nominate a student who has personified our BELIEVE characteristics. They will be treated to pancakes cooked by the principal, receive a certificate and a pamphlet that contains their name, nominating teacher and the reason they are being recognized.

59. Looking Forward to a Great Year!!!!!!!