Welcome to Blendon Middle School! “Moving Up” Night April 15, 2014

Home of the Bulldogs!

Topics for tonight… Welcome and Introductions Welcome and Introductions A little about Blendon Middle School A little about Blendon Middle School What to expect in the 6 th grade What to expect in the 6 th grade What to expect in middle school What to expect in middle school Q&A Q&A

Blendon Familiar Faces Kendall Harris Kendall Harris –5th year as Blendon’s Principal –The Harris’ have 2 daughters - Formerly Assistant Principal at Heritage

Blendon Familiar Faces Fred Tombaugh – –Blendon’s Assistant Principal – –Formerly principal at Hawthorne ES – –The Tombaughs have 2 daughters

Blendon Familiar Faces Marcia Childs is now Marcia Childs is now –7 th Grade Counselor & 8 th Grade Girls’ Counselor –She will be next year’s 8 th grade Counselor & 6 th Grade Girls’ counselor  The Childs have a son and a daughter

Blendon Familiar Faces Joyce Lee Joyce Lee –Currently 8 th grade Boys’ Counselor & 6 th Grade Counselor –Next year’s 7 th Grade Counselor & 6 th Grade Boys’ Counselor  Taught science and math at Blendon  The Lees have 3 sons and 2 grand daughters

Blendon Familiar Faces Mrs. Emler & Mrs. Showalter Mrs. Emler & Mrs. Showalter –School secretaries Mrs. Medovich Mrs. Medovich –Attendance clerk

Schedule Pick-Up August 6, and 5-7 p.m. August 6, and 5-7 p.m. Orientation at 6:00 p.m. Orientation at 6:00 p.m. August 7, a.m. – 12 noon August 7, a.m. – 12 noon Pay fees and get your schedule Pay fees and get your schedule “Walk” your schedule “Walk” your schedule Practice your locker combination Practice your locker combination School Pictures School Pictures First day of classes is August 13.

Blendon Familiar Faces Mrs. Tressa Rudik, RN Mrs. Tressa Rudik, RN –School Nurse Mrs. Dorne Mrs. Dorne –Health Aide

Blendon Familiar Faces Officer Matt Ware Officer Matt Ware –School Resource Officer

Blendon Familiar Faces Ms. Yingling Ms. Yingling –School Librarian –Can always help you find a book to enjoy

Blendon Familiar Faces Mr. Rusty Dennis Mr. Rusty Dennis –Head Custodian Mr. Scott Tackett Mr. Scott Tackett –Night Custodian

Blendon Familiar Faces Mrs. Stephens Mrs. Stephens –Cafeteria Supervisor

Blendon Familiar Faces Mr. Woodruff Mr. Woodruff –School Volunteer Extraordinaire –Mr. Woodruff can usually be found in study hall working with students

A little about Blendon Middle School Built in 1969 Built in 1969 Approximately 730 students Approximately 730 students Approximately 85 total staff members Approximately 85 total staff members –Teachers –Counselors –Administrators –Classified Staff

Principal’s Goals for All Students Learn something everyday Learn something everyday Be safe Be safe

What to expect in the 6 th grade School opens at 7:35 AM. ( b’fast 7:45) School opens at 7:35 AM. ( b’fast 7:45) Students have about 10 minutes to visit their lockers and put band and /or orchestra instruments away. Students have about 10 minutes to visit their lockers and put band and /or orchestra instruments away. Students are in homeroom by 8:00; listen to morning announcements; be ready to learn! Students are in homeroom by 8:00; listen to morning announcements; be ready to learn! Classes are approximately 54 minutes in length. Classes are approximately 54 minutes in length.

What to expect in the 6 th grade Lunch Lunch –Choices, choices, choices! –6 th Grade – first lunch approx. 10:24 AM –7 th Grade – 11:22 AM –8 th Grade – 12:20 PM Dismissal Dismissal –Bussers – 2:45 PM –Walkers & Riders – 2:49 PM

6 th Grade Curriculum Language Arts Language Arts Mathematics Mathematics Science Science Social Studies Social Studies Physical Education Physical Education Literacy Skills for Career Exploration Literacy Skills for Career Exploration Music Electives Band Orchestra Chinese – exploratory class with limited seating

Exploratory Chinese Guest teacher from China Shared among all four middle schools Focus on Chinese culture and conversational skills Express interest on the Scheduling Information Form Students will be selected based on interest, academic performance, and if needed, a lottery system

Literacy Skills for Career Exploration Focuses on writing, research, and speaking skills needed for college and career readiness Curriculum will include exploring, identifying, and building upon student strengths and interests Provides a foundation for considering paths of study as students approach high school

Accountability and Grades Letter grades are earned: – –A90-100% – –B80-89% – –C70% - 79% – –D60% - 69% – –F< 60% Quarterly grade cards-available online through Power School or sent home upon written request Interims grades 4.5 weeks into the 9 week quarter

GET INVOLVED! Chess Club Ski Club National Jr. Honor Society Student Council Attend sporting events- Cheer on the BULLDOGS! Builder’s Club Robotics Drama Club

6 th Grade Testing and Accountability Ohio Achievement Tests in Reading and Mathematics Ohio Achievement Tests in Reading and Mathematics Terra Nova and InView or NNAT Terra Nova and InView or NNAT

7 th Grade Curriculum Language Arts Language Arts Mathematics Mathematics Science Science Social Studies Social Studies Art Art Engineering & Design Engineering & Design Electives: Electives: –Band –Choir –Orchestra

Engineering and Design The program incorporates national standards in mathematics, science, and technology. The program incorporates national standards in mathematics, science, and technology. 7 th Grade students will participate in Project Lead the Way’s Gateway to Technology program by focusing on computer integrated manufacturing, automated systems and engineering. Included in the program will be a Mobile Fab Lab with a 3-D printer 7 th Grade students will participate in Project Lead the Way’s Gateway to Technology program by focusing on computer integrated manufacturing, automated systems and engineering. Included in the program will be a Mobile Fab Lab with a 3-D printer

7 th Grade Testing and Accountability Ohio Achievement Tests in Reading & Mathematics Ohio Achievement Tests in Reading & Mathematics Terra Nova Terra Nova

8 th Grade Curriculum Language Arts Language Arts Mathematics Mathematics Science Science Social Studies Social Studies Spanish 1 OR PE (high school credit) Spanish 1 OR PE (high school credit) Electives Electives –Band –Choir –Orchestra

8 th Grade Testing and Accountability Ohio Achievement Tests in Reading, Mathematics & Science Ohio Achievement Tests in Reading, Mathematics & Science

Lockers Every student has one. Every student has one. Learn to operate a lock over the summer. Learn to operate a lock over the summer. Times to visit locker: Times to visit locker: –Before and after school –Before and after lunch

Events Throughout the Year Quarterly Renaissance Recognition Assemblies Quarterly Renaissance Recognition Assemblies Dances Dances Field Trips Field Trips Guest Speakers & Assemblies Guest Speakers & Assemblies Career Day Career Day Pool Day Pool Day Field Day Field Day Athletic Events Athletic Events Pep Assemblies Pep Assemblies Concerts Concerts Clubs Clubs

Student of the Month Recognition Learning well can be fun Ropes Course and Climbing Wall through PE Classes Quarterly recognition at The Chiller

Basic Rules to Live By to Be A Happy Bulldog… Be on time Be respectful. Be quiet and courteous in the hallways! Keep hands and feet to yourself! Wear clothing that covers everything! Do your best everyday.

Differences between Elementary and Middle School Changing classes- good organization is critical Changing classes- good organization is critical Lockers Lockers Changing for gym class Changing for gym class More extra-curricular opportunities More extra-curricular opportunities Homework and studying Homework and studying Increased independence (but they still need you!!!!) Increased independence (but they still need you!!!!)

What we need from parents… Be in the know, but encourage your child to self advocate first Be in the know, but encourage your child to self advocate first Be visible Be visible Know your child’s teachers; communication is key Know your child’s teachers; communication is key Know your child’s friends’ parents Know your child’s friends’ parents Be a partner in your child’s education Be a partner in your child’s education Check Power School regularly with your student Check Power School regularly with your student

MUSIC Mrs. Levine Mrs. Levine

Hear it from students who were in your seats a year ago Sixth graders will share “tips” they’ve learned Share their likes and dislikes

PTO Join and support our PTO Mrs. Beth Mulick will be our PTO President

Thank you for being here tonight! Questions & Answers Questions & Answers Go Bulldogs! Go Bulldogs!