Is it really that different? Middle School Is it really that different?

Elementary vs. Intermediate First time having to really study all week long No Wednesday folder Organizational skills and student planners 6+ different teachers and traveling to classes 1:1 Campus with Google Chromebooks

Differences between Regular, Pre-AP, and Pre-AP/GT

Regular / On Level Courses Homework will be a major part of nightly routine Teacher directed activities and learning Daily drill of new learning Review sheets often given before tests

Pre AP & Pre AP-GT Independent learners Faster pace Increased homework level Application level questions and/or essay style tests Active participation Self Motivated

6th grade GT Must have qualified based on previous screening GT students may be asked to complete outside, independent research/project to be presented in the classroom

Exit Policy from Pre AP Courses Conference with Teacher & Administrator Exit at the end of first semester It is recommended that the parent contacts the teacher for a conference if the student is not making a “C” average in the Pre AP curriculum

Subjects & Electives

Required Courses in Intermediate School: 4 Core Subjects each year 2 years PE/Athletics 1 year Fine Art

Typical 6th Grade Schedule English/Language Arts Block Math Science Social Studies PE Elective

Language Arts Two periods per day with same teacher Spelling, grammar, reading comprehension, and composition skills Homework assigned nightly

Math Must know multiplication and division facts prior to 6th grade Homework given nightly Before school tutorials available Teacher websites, Google classroom

Science General science Lab safety and experiments Homework assigned 2 – 3 nights a week

Social Studies Countries and cultures Map study Homework assigned 2 – 3 nights a week

6th Grade Electives Art* Theater Arts* Band* Choir* Orchestra* Power Math (required based on STAAR results) *Requires fees and/or instrument rental *Band and Orchestra will send letters in late March for instrument selection dates and times.

Physical Education 6th and 7th grade Dress out in their PE uniform daily Off Campus PE program (paperwork required –(contact your elementary counselor) *5 plus hours per week of direct instruction from a KISD approved off campus PE establishment *15 plus hours per week of direct instruction from a KISD approved off campus PE establishment for early release or late arrival

Awesome Site for learning about classes!!! Ulrich Website

Home School Communication

Progress Reports Distributed during 7th period Parents can check Skyward daily for current information regarding student grades

Teacher Communication Email Phone Call Individual Conference Open House

Open House Fall and Spring semester Fall Open House allows parents to walk through their student’s schedule Spring Open House is a community event with various activities and student presentations

Social Growth Opportunities

Social Growth Opportunities Kleb offers many new experiences Clubs Student Council Academic and Extracurricular Activities

Kleb Clubs Academic Pentathlon Art Club American Sign Language Club Asian/Anime Club   Chess Club DI (Destination Imagination) Bearcub Club Math Club    NJHS Science Club Spanish Club (for students enrolled in Span. 1 & 2) Speech and Drama Club (KISS Club) Student Council (STUCO) Cubs for Christ Other ways to get involved: Try out for sports (football, volleyball, basketball, track, cross country, swimming, cheerleading, etc.) Join the choir, orchestra or band! Participate in Theater Arts productions. Compete in drawing and writing competitions!

Get Prepared

Students Can Prepare By… Begin now to strengthen organizational skills Master all math facts Read, read, read, especially during the summer Novels Non-fiction Current events

How Can Parents Prepare? Talk with the 5th grade teachers about subject level placement (Regulars, Pre AP, Pre AP/GT) Help your child make a wise elective choice

What Can You Do To Make Yourself a Successful Kleb Student? Check Skyward family access Check planners nightly Check teacher websites and Google classroom http://kleb.kleinisd.net/ Do not accept zeros as grades!

Last Day for Schedule Change The last day for any schedule change, including both elective changes and level changes (Pre-AP / Regular) will be June 7 at 3:00 pm (contact your child’s elementary counselor). After June 7 no changes can be honored. Once school starts if your child struggles in Pre-AP a change from Pre-AP to regular can be requested at semester.

Time for questions. Have a successful finish to 5th grade and good luck in August!!