Mary Ann Bicknell, Principal Jenn Longtin, Associate Principal

 Educate: Through rigorous academic curriculum, staff equips students with a well-rounded education prepares them for the next level.  Provide a Safe Learning Environment: Provide a save learning environment where everyone is treated with compassion and respect.  Inspire/Innovate: Students are challenged to learn about their world through innovative and rewarding experiences.  Collaborate: Work in a collaborative atmosphere where staff, families, and students support one another.

As a student, I will do my best to…As a teacher, I will do my best to… As a parent/guardian I will do my best to… S tudy and follow school guidelines in the Liberty handbook must be followed T reat other students, teachers, staff, and self with respect U se communication regularly with my parents about school experiences, academic concerns, and important school notices D o assignments completely and on time E nter school on time (no later than 7:40 AM) and aim for perfect attendance N eatly and completely fill out planner for each class T horoughly listen and learn by bringing a positive attitude and all appropriate materials S et aside time at home, 4-7 days a week, to read and practice math facts E ducate myself through professional development activities that improve teaching and learning D evelop curriculum and instruction based on the Common Core State Standards U se MAP, ISAT, and unit testing to monitor and communicate student progress C ommunicate regularly with families through Skyward, conferences, progress reports, and other available means A lways provide a safe learning environment where everyone is treated with compassion and respect T ailor education to meet the needs of all students O ffer opportunities for students, families, and the community to participate and contribute in the learning process R einforce skills taught at school by providing appropriate practice F requently communicate with school. Update contact information when necessary A ssist my child in establishing a routine for school days including eating a healthy breakfast, dressing appropriately for school, brushing teeth regularly, and promoting good study habits. M odel respect with my words and actions-- for my child, other children and their families, the staff, and the school. I nvolve my child in school and community activities to promote his social, emotional, and physical development. L ead the family, making learning a priority. Students need to be in attendance daily, arrive on time and be prepared to learn with all necessary materials Y es! Learning is a life-long process that takes place at home as well as at school so share with your child opportunities to learn at home. XXX Student SignatureTeacher SignatureParent Signature

 Fifth grade consists of two teacher teams  Students switch for science/social studies  Some students will switch for math and reading instruction

 Sixth grade consists of two four teacher teams and one two teacher team.  Transformers – two teacher team  Eagles and USA – four teacher team

 Monthly Recognition  Daily Recognition  Community Hallway  Bully Prevention Plan  Incident Report Form

 Student planner should be completed daily  Parents should check and sign student planner daily  Quiet study area at home away from distractions (TV)  Use timer to include appropriate breaks

 Contact teacher first with questions/concerns   Phone  Planner  Skyward

 Young Scholars Club: Meets Monday, Tuesday, Thursday from 3:00 – 4:15  Parent/Teacher Communication: Amount of time spent on homework should not exceed 50 minutes for fifth graders and 60 minutes for sixth graders.

 Music – Band, Orchestra, Choir  Explore – Art, Music, Spanish, Technology  Student Council

 Cross Country (August-October)  Girls Softball (July-September)  Boys Baseball (August-October)  Girls Basketball (September-December)  Boys Basketball (October-December)  Cheerleading (October-February)  Volleyball (December-March)  Wrestling (December-March)  Track and field (March-May)

 Wrestling -5 th graders now can be on the wrestling team (December-March)  Basketball Intramurals (March-April) 1 day a week for 5 weeks Open to all boys and girls. Volleyball Intramurals (April-May)

 YMCA Camp in Brookston, IN  Winter Survival  Pioneering  Nature Art  Many team building activities  Three days/ two nights

 Sign up at Open House  September 19, 2013, 6:30 – 8:00  Sign up sheet will be located in your child’s homeroom

 Student Arrive: no earlier than 7:30 A.M.; tardy bell rings at 7:45 A.M.  Departure: 2:45 P.M.  Dress Code  Lunch  Visiting the School: Driver’s License required  Attendance

 Explanation  Contracts Signed  Setting up Google Accounts  Use of Chrome Books

 Follow Handbook/Classroom Rules  Contact Teacher First ( , phone, note)  4 th R

 Family Access  Access your child’s grades/progress