1. Frank D. Paulo Intermediate School 75
Welcome to the Class of 2020
Frank D. Paulo Intermediate School 75
6th Grade Orientation - Wednesday, March 1, 2017
Dr. Anthony J. Polomene Center for the Performing Arts

2. Agenda
Bell Schedule

3. Agenda
Bell Schedule
Supplies

4. Agenda Bell Schedule Supplies
Academic Classes/ Special Education Services

5. Agenda Bell Schedule Supplies
Academic Classes/ Special Education Services
6th Grade Activities

6. Agenda Bell Schedule Supplies
Academic Classes/ Special Education Services
6th Grade Activities
Extra Curricular Activities

7. Agenda Bell Schedule Supplies
Academic Classes/ Special Education Services
6th Grade Activities
Extra Curricular Activities
Scholars Academy

8. Agenda Bell Schedule Supplies
Academic Classes/ Special Education Services
6th Grade Activities
Extra Curricular Activities
Scholars Academy
Biographical Form

9. Agenda Bell Schedule Supplies
Academic Classes/ Special Education Services
6th Grade Activities
Extra Curricular Activities
Scholars Academy
Biographical Form
Transportation

10. Agenda Bell Schedule Supplies
Academic Classes/ Special Education Services
6th Grade Activities
Extra Curricular Activities
Scholars Academy
Biographical Form
Transportation
Non-Academic Classes (Majors/Minors)

11. Agenda Bell Schedule Supplies
Academic Classes/ Special Education Services
6th Grade Activities
Extra Curricular Activities
Scholars Academy
Biographical Form
Transportation
Non-Academic Classes (Majors/Minors)
School Communication

12. Agenda Bell Schedule Supplies
Academic Classes/ Special Education Services
6th Grade Activities
Extra Curricular Activities
Scholars Academy
Biographical Form
Transportation
Non-Academic Classes (Majors/Minors)
School Communication
Next Steps/Questions

13. Typical School Day 7:30 am School Door Opens - Breakfast
8:00 am School Day Begins
8:07 am - 8:17 am Homeroom (Announcements)
8:21 am - 9:01 am Period 1
9:05 am - 9:45am Period 2
9:49 am - 10:29 am Period 3
10:33 am - 11:14 am Period 4
11:19 am - 12:00 pm Period 5
12:05 pm - 12:46 pm Period 6
12:51 pm - 1:31 pm Period 7
1:36 pm - 2:16 pm Period 8
Entry into the school building for all students is through the rear doors which are supervised by the Paulo Staff. The front of the school building is strictly reserved for the yellow bus services and ambulatory busing.

14. Student Program Card

15. Daily Supplies - Example
General School Supply List
* Please note that each individual teacher may require additional items for his or her classroom.

16. Daily Supplies - Example
General School Supply List
School Bag
* Please note that each individual teacher may require additional items for his or her classroom.

17. Daily Supplies - Example
General School Supply List
School Bag
8 ½ x 11” Loose leaf binder with dividers
* Please note that each individual teacher may require additional items for his or her classroom.

18. Daily Supplies - Example
General School Supply List
School Bag
8 ½ x 11” Loose leaf binder with dividers
Folder
Many of the supplies listed above will be collected by the classroom teacher and used as needed throughout the school year. Your cooperation and support of our classrooms is much needed and greatly appreciated.
* Please note that each individual teacher may require additional items for his or her classroom.

19. Daily Supplies - Example
General School Supply List
School Bag
8 ½ x 11” Loose leaf binder with dividers
Folder
2 Marble notebooks
* Please note that each individual teacher may require additional items for his or her classroom.

20. Daily Supplies - Example
General School Supply List
School Bag
8 ½ x 11” Loose leaf binder with dividers
Folder
2 Marble notebooks
Paulo Agenda
* Please note that each individual teacher may require additional items for his or her classroom.

21. Daily Supplies - Example
General School Supply List
School Bag
8 ½ x 11” Loose leaf binder with dividers
Folder
2 Marble notebooks
Paulo Agenda
Reading book
* Please note that each individual teacher may require additional items for his or her classroom.

22. Academic Classes Foreign Language
English
Science
Eight (8) periods per week
Five (5) periods per week
Math
Social Studies
Foreign Language
Only Paulo Scholars Academy students will receive Foreign Language Instruction in the 6th Grade (Spanish)

23. Special Education Services
The following is an outline of the Special Education services/classes that are offered at Paulo Intermediate School. They are:
ICT and 12:1 classes (periods of instruction):
8 English 8 Mathematics 5 Science 5 Social Studies
Paulo also offers:
ASD Program – Approved by Regional Office
** English Language Learners (ELL Services)
12:1:1 (exclusively alternate assessment)
District 75
Adaptive physical education
Speech
OT/PT
Counseling
Hearing
Vision
If you make changes to your child’s IEP at the end of the school year or over the summer (for September), please notify us and send us a copy of the I.E.P. so that the appropriate program changes can be applied.

24. LUNCH All students are required to eat lunch in the student cafeteria
Free hot lunch for all students
All students are required to hand in a lunch form (Federal mandate)
Students may bring a bag lunch to school (no glass containers)
Beverages and snacks are available
Students sit with their homeroom class
Lunch is available to all students who leave their lunch at home
No peanut free lunch tables
Clear My Lunch Money accounts

25. 6th Grade Activities 6th Grade Orientation (August) 6th Grade Carnival
6th Grade Movie
6th Grade Halloween Dance
S.T.A.R. “Heal A Heart” Dance
6th Grade Trip – Medieval Times
Student/Faculty Basketball Game
Spirit Week Events

26. Extra Curricular Activities
Self-sustaining Program
Harry Potter Club/Minecraft Club
Rock Band
Boosters
Flag Football/Basketball
Dance
Chess Club/Video Game Club

27. Extra Curricular Activities
Self-sustaining Program
Harry Potter Club/Minecraft Club
Rock Band
Boosters
Flag Football/Basketball
Dance
Chess Club/Video Game Club
UAU (limited seats available)
Registration during August Orientation

28. Extra Curricular Activities
Self-sustaining Program
Harry Potter Club/Minecraft Club
Rock Band
Boosters
Flag Football/Basketball
Dance
Chess Club/Video Game Club
UAU (limited seats available)
Registration during August Orientation
CHAMPS morning program (6:45 am)

29. Paulo Scholars Academy
District Scholars
Chosen by the District
Criteria:
4th Grade State Test Scores (45%)
4th Grade Report Card Grades (45%)
Attendance (5%)
Lateness (5%)

30. Paulo Scholars Academy
District Scholars
Chosen by the District
Criteria:
4th Grade State Test Scores (45%)
4th Grade Report Card Grades (45%)
Attendance (5%)
Lateness (5%)
Zoned Scholars
Chosen by IS 75
4th Grade State Test Scores
5th Grade Report Cards
Attendance/Lateness

31. Paulo Scholars Academy
District Scholars/Zoned Scholars
3 Classes/Sections (99 students)

32. Paulo Scholars Academy
District Scholars/Zoned Scholars
3 Classes/Sections (99 students)
Programmed by Minor/Major

33. Paulo Scholars Academy
District Scholars/Zoned Scholars
3 Classes/Sections (99 students)
Programmed by Minor/Major
Take 3 Regents Exam in the 8th Grade:
Living Environment
US History
Algebra

34. Paulo Scholars Academy
District Scholars/Zoned Scholars
3 Classes/Sections (99 students)
Programmed by Minor/Major
Take 3 Regents Exam in the 8th Grade:
Living Environment
US History
Algebra
Proficiency Exam in Foreign Language

35. Paulo Scholars Academy
District Scholars/Zoned Scholars
3 Classes/Sections (99 students)
Programmed by Minor/Major
Take 3 Regents Exam in the 8th Grade:
Living Environment
US History
Algebra
Proficiency Exam in Foreign Language
Scholars Homerooms announced at Orientation in August

36. Biographical Form
Please review the questions carefully and provide as many details as possible.

37. Biographical Form
Please review the questions carefully and provide as many details as possible.
Question 5:
Pay close attention to 5b, as it relates to the non-custodial parent’s access to your child

38. Biographical Form
Please review the questions carefully and provide as many details as possible.
Question 5:
Pay close attention to 5b, as it relates to the non-custodial parent’s access to your child
Question 8:
Please check with your child’s physician to determine which immunizations your child might need.
Be aware that all 6th grade students who have reached their 11th birthday require a Tdap shot.
This is an adult booster shot for DPT (Diphtheria, Pertussis and Tetanus)

39. Biographical Form Question 12:
asks for two additional contact people besides the parents or guardian

40. Biographical Form Question 12:
asks for two additional contact people besides the parents or guardian
Under Question 12:
a space for you to use in case there are specific people your child should not have contact with

41. Biographical Form Question 12:
asks for two additional contact people besides the parents or guardian
Under Question 12:
a space for you to use in case there are specific people your child should not have contact with
if there is an Order of Protection in place or a specific divorce decree, please provide us with a copy

42. Biographical Form Question 12:
asks for two additional contact people besides the parents or guardian
Under Question 12:
a space for you to use in case there are specific people your child should not have contact with
if there is an Order of Protection in place or a specific divorce decree, please provide us with a copy
please be sure to keep us updated with regard to this particular question
your child’s safety and well-being are of utmost importance to us

43. Transportation Question 9:
please review the most current alphabetical list of bus stops on the reverse side of the Biographical/Curriculum form and chose the stop that is most convenient for your child.

44. Transportation Question 9:
please review the most current alphabetical list of bus stops on the reverse side of the Biographical/Curriculum form and chose the stop that is most convenient for your child.
“Street” location and Bus “Code/Slot” (Refer to Bus Stop & Eligibility List). The Bus code and bus slot number will appear on the student’s program card

45. Transportation Question 9:
please review the most current alphabetical list of bus stops on the reverse side of the Biographical/Curriculum form and chose the stop that is most convenient for your child.
“Street” location and Bus “Code/Slot” (Refer to Bus Stop & Eligibility List). The Bus code and bus slot number will appear on the student’s program card
BE AWARE THAT PIONEER TRANSPORTATION CORPORATION RECOMMENDS THAT YOUR CHILD BE AT THE BUS STOP AT LEAST 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE EXPECTED TIME OF ARRIVAL

46. Transportation Question 9:
please review the most current alphabetical list of bus stops on the reverse side of the Biographical/Curriculum form and chose the stop that is most convenient for your child.
“Street” location and Bus “Code/Slot” (Refer to Bus Stop & Eligibility List). The Bus code and bus slot number will appear on the student’s program card
BE AWARE THAT PIONEER TRANSPORTATION CORPORATION RECOMMENDS THAT YOUR CHILD BE AT THE BUS STOP AT LEAST 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE EXPECTED TIME OF ARRIVAL
All times and stops are subject to change. Please be patient, especially for the first few days of school and during inclement weather

47. Transportation Question 9:
please review the most current alphabetical list of bus stops on the reverse side of the Biographical/Curriculum form and chose the stop that is most convenient for your child.
“Street” location and Bus “Code/Slot” (Refer to Bus Stop & Eligibility List). The Bus code and bus slot number will appear on the student’s program card
BE AWARE THAT PIONEER TRANSPORTATION CORPORATION RECOMMENDS THAT YOUR CHILD BE AT THE BUS STOP AT LEAST 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE EXPECTED TIME OF ARRIVAL
All times and stops are subject to change. Please be patient, especially for the first few days of school and during inclement weather
Please make sure that your child takes the bus on the first day of school.

48. Transportation
Residence/school distances are determined by the Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT) using the shortest walking route.
Please check the Busing Eligibility List provided on the Biographical/Curriculum form to determine the Distance Code for your home address:

49. Transportation
Residence/school distances are determined by the Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT) using the shortest walking route.
Please check the Busing Eligibility List provided on the Biographical/Curriculum form to determine the Distance Code for your home address:
“A” distance (less than ½ mile walking distance) designates a walker
(Code 1111)

50. Transportation
Residence/school distances are determined by the Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT) using the shortest walking route.
Please check the Busing Eligibility List provided on the Biographical/Curriculum form to determine the Distance Code for your home address:
“A” distance (less than ½ mile walking distance) designates a walker
(Code 1111)
“B” distance (½ mile or more, but less than 1 mile) designates a ½ fare Metro Card (Code MTA)

51. Transportation
Residence/school distances are determined by the Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT) using the shortest walking route.
Please check the Busing Eligibility List provided on the Biographical/Curriculum form to determine the Distance Code for your home address:
“A” distance (less than ½ mile walking distance) designates a walker
(Code 1111)
“B” distance (½ mile or more, but less than 1 mile) designates a ½ fare Metro Card (Code MTA)
“C” distance (1 mile or more but less than 1 ½ miles) designates that a 6th grade student will receive yellow bus service. However 7th -8th grade students are eligible for a ½ fare Metro Card ONLY

52. Transportation
Residence/school distances are determined by the Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT) using the shortest walking route.
Please check the Busing Eligibility List provided on the Biographical/Curriculum form to determine the Distance Code for your home address:
“A” distance (less than ½ mile walking distance) designates a walker
(Code 1111)
“B” distance (½ mile or more, but less than 1 mile) designates a ½ fare Metro Card (Code MTA)
“C” distance (1 mile or more but less than 1 ½ miles) designates that a 6th grade student will receive yellow bus service. However 7th-8th grade students are eligible for a ½ fare Metro Card ONLY
“D” distance (1 ½ miles or more) designates that 6th, 7th and 8th grade students are eligible for either yellow bus service or full fare Metro Cards

53. II. Curriculum Options
should be completed based on what your child is interested in participating in while here at I.S. 75

54. II. Curriculum Options
should be completed based on what your child is interested in participating in while here at I.S. 75
Our programmers do their best to honor the first choice, however, that may not always be possible

55. II. Curriculum Options
should be completed based on what your child is interested in participating in while here at I.S. 75
Our programmers do their best to honor the first choice, however, that may not always be possible
Make sure that the 2nd and 3rd choices are completed as well

56. 6th Grade Majors (3 Year Commitment)
Non-Academic Classes
6th Grade Majors (3 Year Commitment)
Band - Beginner Band - Less than 2 years or has never played an instrument
Advanced Band - More than 2 years experience with the teacher’s recommendation from feeder school.
Both are a three (3) year commitments.

57. 6th Grade Majors (3 Year Commitment)
Non-Academic Classes
6th Grade Majors (3 Year Commitment)
Band - Beginner Band - Less than 2 years or has never played an instrument
Advanced Band - More than 2 years experience with the teacher’s recommendation from feeder school.
Both are a three (3) year commitments.
Art - Talent examination required - Three (3) year commitment.

58. 6th Grade Majors (3 Year Commitment)
Non-Academic Classes
6th Grade Majors (3 Year Commitment)
Band - Beginner Band - Less than 2 years or has never played an instrument
Advanced Band - More than 2 years experience with the teacher’s recommendation from feeder school.
Both are a three (3) year commitment.
Art - Talent examination required - Three (3) year commitment.
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HR – Track A – Period HR – Track B – Period 8
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59. 6th Grade Minors – Course Descriptions
Non-Academic Classes
6th Grade Minors – Course Descriptions
Computer Applications – students will learn Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and Computer Coding.
Media – students will learn about video editing.
Drama – students will learn basic public speaking skills
Graphic Design – students use images to create CD covers, movie posters, banners, etc.
Digital Arts – students will use Adobe Photoshop to create original art designs.
Dance – students will learn modern hip-hop dance
Music – students will learn basic singing skills and vocal training
These classes will be rotated by semester in each grade

60. 7th Grade Majors (2 Year Commitment)
Non-Academic Classes
7th Grade Majors (2 Year Commitment)
Drama - (Audition)
Chorus - (Audition)
Dance - (Audition)
Digital Arts
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Computers
Media
Graphic Design
Music
These classes will be rotated by semester in each grade

61. Dress Code The following guidelines have been established:
Halter, tank or mesh tops are not permitted. Students wearing oversized basketball jerseys must wear a t-shirt underneath
Spray can hair color/dye is not permitted
Pants must not be worn so low as to expose undergarments
Shirts must cover the torso area at all times. Low-cut shirts and shirts that expose the midriff are not permitted
Shorts and skirts must be of a minimum length of mid-thigh or longer length. “Cut-off” style shorts, short shorts and short skits are prohibited
Clothing with writing or pictures which are suggestive, distasteful, or worn in a manner that distracts the educational process are prohibited
Clothing with holes or cuts made into them are prohibited
Students may not wear hats, caps, kerchiefs, bandannas or other headgear in school. Pajamas are not permitted
For safety reasons, students may not wear flip-flops, slippers, or any footwear that may be hazardous in a large group atmosphere. Sandals that are secured with a strap around the ankle are permissible
Oversized earrings and/or piercing(s) that present a safety or injury risk are also prohibited.
Any other clothing items and/or accessories that may be deemed as distracting to the educational
process are prohibited. For safety reasons, all piercings must be removed during the physical education classes

62. I.S. 75 and the N.Y.C.D.O.E Policy Electronic Devices
Students cell phones must be maintained in their homeroom locker. They are not permitted out of their locker for any reason during the school day. Kindles and tablets are only allowed for educational purposes and must be used within the guidelines of the electronic device policy. iPods, MP3 players, CD players, headphones and other similar devices are prohibited
Cell phones/electronic devices that are not used in an appropriate manner will be confiscated. The dean of the grade will notify the parent and schedule a conference for a mutually agreed upon time

63. Physical Education Requirements
All students are required to take Physical Education, Fitness and Health
Gym Uniforms are $20 available through the Physical Education Department
Sneakers must be worn at all times
Students must be prepared for gym – piercings are not allowed to be worn during class
Master Locks for the student lockers are available at the rate of 2 for $10

64. Locker Use
Each student will be assigned a locker for their homeroom class and one for their physical education class
Homeroom lockers – Students may only store their jacket (and cell phone), hats and umbrellas in their homeroom locker. The homeroom teacher will maintain a copy of the combination in the event of an emergency. All students will pick up their items at the conclusion of the school day
Gym lockers are assigned to each student and for the storage of the gym uniform. All students are required to bring their uniform home and maintain them properly
The locks purchased from the Physical Education Department have the same combination. Students are only allowed to use locks purchased from the school

65. 6th Grade Student’s First Day
Transportation to School
Students who take the “Yellow Bus” should start taking the bus from the very first day. Parents should not make exceptions and should allow their child to begin the middle school experience
Parents who drop-off their children on Boulder Avenue should have their children “ready to go” as soon as they pull up to the school. Students should depart in a quick and orderly fashion. Please do not pass the car in front of you and be aware of student safety at all times
The front of the school building is reserved for Yellow Bus Service only. There are no exceptions
Please show the members of the faculty who supervise and ensure the safety of each child respect at all times
Meeting Areas (Walkers/Parent Pick-up)
Breakfast/Reading Program
Homeroom Teachers (Distribution of student programs)
Program cards/ Paulo Agenda Book distribution
Pupil Path letter distribution/P.O.S. PIN number distribution
Modified Schedule
Dismissal - Auditorium

66. School Communication Visit our website at www.IS75.org
Monitor student performance on Pupilpath
School Messenger Service

67. What’s Next?
Complete and return all forms to your teacher

68. What’s Next? Complete and return all forms to your teacher
Paulo Postcard will arrive in the mail
Late June – Link to our newsletter – Welcome to Paulo

69. What’s Next? Complete and return all forms to your teacher
Paulo Postcard will arrive in the mail
Late June – Link to our newsletter – Welcome to Paulo
Mid August - Students’ Homeroom/ Orientation Dates

70. What’s Next? Complete and return all forms to your teacher
Paulo Postcard will arrive in the mail
Late June – Link to our newsletter – Welcome to Paulo
Mid August - Students’ Homeroom/ Orientation Dates
Student Orientation
Orientation Tours (Dates in the Newsletter)
Typically done on the Wednesday & Thursday prior to Labor Day
Tours conducted by Mrs. Taccetta, Parent Coordinator
Questions & Answers - 6th Grade Administrative Team

71. Contact Information
Mr. Joseph Mariconda
Phone: Ext. 2411
Mrs. Danielle Martinson: Special Ed. AP: Ext. 1114
Mrs. Linda Taccetta: Parent Coordinator: Ext. 1111
Refund from My Lunch Money: (Help Desk) – Have OSIS# ready