Troy Intermediate Parent Information Night

So What is an “Intermediate School?” ElementaryTroySecondary Teacher DrivenStudent Driven Common Path for all studentsUnique path for each student Learning how to be a studentLearning how to be apply the skills Holistic CurriculumSpecialization of Curriculum Age level groupingAptitude and interest grouping Shelter from social/emotionalCoping with social/emotional

Middle Level Philosophy ElementaryMiddle LevelSecondary Flexible time blocks Team Schedule to allow shifting of minutes Set periods Age-grouped classes Team collaboration to move students within the team Ability grouped classes Grade level collaboration Cross-curricular and content collaboration Content collaboration Linear course/ grade progression Accelerated courses and flexible ability groups Flowchart set of options for course selection Focus on math and reading improvement Differentiation begins between the core subjects Focus on application of skills in various content areas

Middle Level Philosophy Elementary = All decisions are made for the student and the group. Responsibility is the adults’ Middle Level = Student is given choices and freedom, but guided/modeled. Responsibility is shared by Team and student High School = All students are independent and free to choose. Responsibility is solely the student’s

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

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

Team Name, Crest, and Colors

Student Orientation to Troy August 17 th : Schedule and packet pick up. 6:00-7:30 pm. PTA Ice Cream Social! August 22 nd : Supply drop off and locker assign 4:00-5:30 pm. August 23 rd : “Opening Ceremonies” and 1 st day of school. August 31 st : 6 th Grade Open House September 1 st : 5 th Grade Open House

Jones/Citro/Plow/Schilens 5 th Grade Mrs. Jones Mr. Citro Mrs. PlowMrs. Schilens Language ArtsMathScienceSocial Studies

Johnson/Hanna/ Esterburg/Hermensky 5 th Grade Mrs. JohnsonMrs. Hanna Mrs. Esterburg Mrs.Hermensky Language ArtsMath Science Social Studies

Koziarz/Lowe/Cheney/Judson 5 th Grade Mrs. Koziarz Mr. LoweMrs. Cheney Ms. Judson Language ArtsMath Science Social Studies

Geraci/Hartwell/ J. Dalgleish/Bockelman 6 th Grade Mrs. GeraciMr. Hartwell Ms. Dalgleish Mrs. Bockelman Language ArtsMath Science Social Studies

Moore/Giomini/Demko/Spagnola 6 th Grade Mrs. Moore Mr. Giomini Mrs. Demko Mrs. Spagnola Language ArtsMath Science Social Studies

H. Dalgleish/Banjoff/ Jaeckin/Walsh 6 th Grade Ms. Dalgleish Ms. BanjoffMrs. Jaeckin Mr. Walsh Language ArtsMath Science Social Studies

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

Intervention Specialists & Tutors Mrs. Schafer Mrs. Brodke Mrs. Mitchell Mrs. Long Mrs. Lockner Ms. BiancoMrs. Citro

Guidance Counselors Mr. Pat Walsh chools.org Ms. Hope Hayden tyschools.org

Principal Mr. Andrew Peltz Blog:

Bell Schedule HR 7:45- 7:51 1 st 7:54- 8:47 2 nd 8:50- 9:43 3 rd 9:46- 10:39 4 th 10:42- 11:35 5 th 11:38- 12:31 6 th 12:34- 1:27 7 th 1:30- 2:23 HR 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

5 th Grade Curriculum - ELA English Language Arts Content 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. ELA Projects/Assessments 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.

5 th Grade Curriculum - Math Math Content 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 Math Projects/Assessments Khan Academy Real life application problem solving Daily Quick Checks Differentiated to meet the needs of all students

5 th Grade Curriculum - Science Science Content 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. 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

5 th Grade Curriculum – Social Studies Social Studies Content 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 SS Projects/Assessments 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

6 th Grade Curriculum - ELA English Language Writing Grammar Narrative Journals Research Poetry Persuasive Descriptive Expository ELA Reading Word Origins Study Sync ELA Online Program 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

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

6 th Grade Curriculum - Science Science Content 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 Projects/Assessments 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

6 th Grade Curriculum – Social Studies Social Studies Content Geography/Timelines/21 st Century Map Skills Mesopotamia Egypt World Religions: Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism India China Economy Government SS Projects/Assessments 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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

How does lunch/recess work? 53 Minutes (26 min. recess & 26 min. 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

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

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

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 5 th graders and 8:45 for the 6 th graders.

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

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

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.

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

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.

Looking Forward to a Great Year!!!!!!!