1. FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT

2. Preparing Our Franklin Middle School Students Building the Foundation for High School and Beyond

3. Administrative Staff Mr. Michael D’Anna, Interim Principal Mrs. Nikkii Tatum, Vice Principal Mr. Ammon Barksdale, Vice Principal Mrs. Debra Osman, Dean of Students Mr. Chester Smith, Dean of Students Ms. Katherine LaBirt, CODA

4. Introduction of FMS Administrative & Support Team Introduce FMS SIP Goals for 2015 – 2016 & Title 1 Program at FMS Mrs. Ardaman Singh - FMS PTSO & Castle Fundraiser Mrs. Francis & Gadek – FMS Fundraiser Mr. Michael D’Anna – Closing Remarks TONIGHT’S AGENDA

5. Guidance Counselors Mrs. Quiyon Peters, Students Last Name: A-G Mrs. Precious Acolatse, Students Last Name: H-Pa Ms. Surbhi Alaigh, Students Last Name: Pe-Z Ms. Valerie Northey, Student Assistance Coordinator

6. Child Study Team Members Cathryn Bellezza – Psychologist A – Ca (7 th grade) & A – Gale (8 th grade) Lois Cody - Psychologist Ch – Kan (7 th grade) & Gall – Jos (8 th grade) Olufemi Francis – Learning Consultant Kar – Pon (7 th grade) & La – Tow (8th grade) Mary-Jo Matinho - Social Worker Pre – Z (7 th grade) & Tu – Z (8 th grade) Rosemarie Kiser – Speech Aimee Nielson - Speech

7. FMS Faculty The FMS Faculty will be located in the following hallways: 100 - Social Studies Auditorium – Dance Class 200 - Science 300 - World Language 400 - Language Arts and Mathematics 500 - Health and Physical Education/FVPA 300/500 - Related Arts

8. FMS SIP Goals 2015 - 2016 What is a “Focus” school? The stated has deemed FMS a “focus” school due to the gap in our numbers between our lowest performing students and our highest performing students. As a “Focus” school, we have developed specific goals to help our students close the achievement gap. These goals are…

9. SIP GOAL #1 By June 2016, 80% of total, SWD and ELL students in grades 7 and 8 will increase proficiency of the identified English Language Arts CCSS by a minimum of 7% as evidenced by Common Core aligned ELA summative and formative assessments, and measured by rubrics of complex reading and writing portfolios.

10. SIP GOAL #2 By June 2016, 80% of total, SWD and ELL students in grades 7 and 8 will increase proficiency of the identified Mathematics CCSS by a minimum of 7% as evidenced by Common Core aligned mathematics summative and formative assessments.

11. SIP GOAL #3 By June 2016, the suspension rate for total students will decrease by 4 percentage points through teachers, students and parents adopting the PBSIS philosophies of positive behaviors and respect which will transform the climate and culture of the building.

12. SIP GOAL #4 By June 2016, 100% of teachers will utilize differentiated instruction, as evidenced through classroom observations and walkthroughs by school administrators.

13. School-wide Instructional Labs for ELA & Math Afterschool Title 1 Extended Day Tutorial Program for ELA & Math Afterschool snacks during Tutorial Program Title 1 Programs at FMS

14. Franklin Middle School’s Expectations To ensure that all middle school students attain the knowledge and skills to be prepared for their future. Here is what you can expect the staff to discuss with you…

15. Tonight’s Plan Meet the Classroom Teachers a. Information regarding curriculum b. Grade Policy c. Classroom instructional expectations Instructional Lab Teachers : In Classrooms a. School Wide Program b. Language Arts and Mathematics entrance/exit criteria PTSO Membership Drive Administration- Available for questions Community Groups & Support Programs located in Cafeteria

16. What the research says… Middle school is a defining point for students in the college and career readiness process. Source: The Forgotten Middle: Ensuring that All Students Are On Target For College and Career Readiness Before High School, ACT, 2008.

17. College and Career Readiness Academic Skills Academic Behaviors High School Readiness Middle School Success

18. Academic Skills

19. What the research says… The level of academic achievement that students attain by eighth grade has a larger impact on their college and career readiness than anything that happens academically in high school. Source: The Forgotten Middle: Ensuring that All Students Are On Target For College and Career Readiness Before High School, ACT, 2008.

20. Reading Science Challenges Forward History Courses Franklin Middle School Students Take English Mathematics Social Studies World Language Physical Ed Art Health Science Electives Instructional Lab

21. Instructional Lab: Language Arts and Mathematics Additional Instructional Opportunity in Language Arts and Mathematics This is NOT “Study Hall” Rotating Schedule A-C (A), B-D(B) Days with World Language Pass/Fail Class this year Marking period rotation

22. Sample Instruction Lab Class World Language (All Periods) A DayB DayC DayD Day Spanish 7 th grade SpanishMathematics Lab SpanishMathematics Lab Spanish 8 th grade Language Lab SpanishLanguage Lab Spanish

23. 65 % 25 % 10 % Course Placement Finding the Balance Course Rigor Course Success

24. Supporting Academics Stay involved in your child’s education. Attend parent conferences. Stay aware of your child’s homework and school demands. Attend school events. Try to connect outside experiences to school learning to increase interest and relevance. Tips for Parents

25. Supporting Academic Behaviors Ensure that your child has the materials and place to study at home. Set a regular time for homework. Encourage your child to be responsible for chores and homework. Provide your child with a range of experiences to allow him/her to identify areas of strength. Talk to your child. Tips for Parents

26. Academic Behaviors

27. What the research says… The earlier a student develops important academically related behaviors, the more likely these behaviors are to become a habit. Source: The Forgotten Middle: Ensuring that All Students Are On Target For College and Career Readiness Before High School, ACT, 2008.

28. Academic Behaviors Orderly Behavior Positive Relationships Academic Discipline Attendance

29. Supporting Academic Behaviors PBSIS--Positive Behavior Support in Schools –Knight Tokens & Positive Behavior Referrals –Quarterly PBSIS Assemblies Raffles Games & Activities Pep Rallies –Court-Yard –School Store –Student Lounge

30. Questions? Please contact Us: School: 732-249-6410 ext. 201 Virtual Backpack: All important documents are located on the FMS Webpage Please complete the FMS PBSIS School Culture & Climate Survey on the FMS Website at your earliest convenience. The window will be open from October 6 th through November 6 th. This presentation and all related Back to School Night documents will be located on the FMS Website.