Welcome 7th and 8th Grade Parents & Students Oratory Preparatory School Guidance Night Fall 2017

By the end of this meeting you will know more about: The Curriculum & Future Course Planning Options Academic Support Development of the whole student Life Outside the Classroom Activities Sports Consortium Events Volunteering Opportunities

Course options for Grades 7 and 8 Math: Pre-algebra/Algebra/Geometry Science: Earth Science/Physical Science Foreign Language: Latin/Spanish Religion Social Studies: Geography/History English Physical Education & Health Electives: Art, Music, Computer Skills, Writing & Grammar

Academic Supports available Meetings with Teachers Homework Club Writing Lab Math Lab Study Skills Program Peer Tutoring Meet with your counselor

No longer just a kid who goes to school > student The focus in middle school is on the student and his involvement in the academic process. No longer just a kid who goes to school > student

Development of the Student as a Person Our goal is to build students who are ready for high school. They are: Organized Disciplined Self Advocates - can talk to adults Resilient – Not afraid to fail Aware of the world outside of him Involved, Committed, Engaged

Beyond academics Middle school students by the nature of their age and level of maturity face a different set of non-academic challenges than high school students do Creating a positive social life Peer Relations Oratory’s Code of Conduct

Health and Well Being - Mrs. Kardis Absences due to illness – you can call (908) 273-1084 X130 or email pkardis@oratoryprep.org Anticipated Absence for vacation/family travel etc. – complete form Visiting the Nurse’s Office Administration of Medications Form – standing orders Nurse’s Office is a safe place to come for support with medical issues, concerns, problems.

Activities and Involvement Mr. William Martin, Director of Student Activities

Activities and Involvement Benefits of Extra-Curricular Participation Several Academic Benefits Involvement in Activities = More Structure Mental Health Benefits Activities and the Well-Rounded Student Enhanced Relationships and the Ability to Work as a Team

Activities and Involvement Short-term Commitment - Select Service Drives, Social/Recreational Clubs and Activities Consistent Commitment - Most Clubs/Activities and Committees Year-Long Commitment - Activities such as Student Council/Newspaper

Athletics A great opportunity to connect with fellow students and have fun. Some teams will field an A and B team if needed Fall - Soccer, Cross Country Winter – Basketball Spring - Baseball, Track

Middle School Consortium: Mrs. Crum NJ Consortium of Middle Schools: 10 area middle schools, both public and private, dedicated to fostering the intellectual, athletic and social growth of middle school age students. Member schools and venues Activities and criteria for selecting students Missing class to attend

Keep in Touch With Us... AGeissler@oratoryprep.org dbrodhead@oratoryprep.org pkardis@oratoryprep.org wmartin@oratoryprep.org icrum@oratoryprep.org Counseling Office: 908-273-1084 x123