1. WoodCreek Junior High School
Course Selection
5th into 6th Grade

2. Course Selection Materials
Course Catalog
Katy ISD
2017
2018

3. WCJH WCJH Mascot: Timberwolf Colors: Black and Red Grades: 6 through 8
6th Grade Counselor-
Mrs. Clay

4. Elementary to JH Differences
School Hours 7:25-2:35
No recess
NO MORE STRAIGHT LINES
More responsibilities and privileges
New friends and interests
Open lunch room seating

5. 6th Grade Schedule 7 classes-45 minutes in length 30 minute lunch
5 minute passing period between classes
5 core classes (English, Reading, Math,
Science, Social Studies)
1 elective
P.E.

6. Choosing Courses Three Class Formats:
Academic – For everyone, on grade level, more time to review concepts, more tutoring provided, prepares students for college as well as other post secondary education
PreAP – More challenging, fast paced, requires independent learning, prepares students for AP classes in high school
GT – Must be screened and identified

7. Pre AP COURSES Designed to challenge motivated students
Prepares students for AP/college level courses
Moves at a faster pace
Requires more independent learning and homework
Must be organized
* 85 or higher in current subject

8. PreAP Math objectives covered 5th grade – approx. 60 objectives
Big difference in # of
objectives covered
5th grade – approx. 60 objectives
6th grade Academic – approx. 64 objectives
6th grade PreAP – over 80 objectives (1/3 of the objectives are 7th grade)
Pre-AP level of instruction will focus on preparation for taking Algebra I in 8th grade.

9. What Students Say About PreAP/GT Math
Math is like a pie. It is hard to make, but after you bake it, you can taste your own success.
PreAP math is quick. You are always moving onto something new. It is challenging to stay organized. Every single thing the teacher says is important, stay alert.
There’s a lot of homework, but you will benefit from it later on.
Better know your basic math facts and know them well.

11. Electives All Junior High Students Must Take a Fine Arts
Band *
Orchestra *
(Band /Orchestra directors will contact you before school is out about an instrument selection)
Choir *
Theatre *
Art *
*Supply Fees required

12. Physical Education Both boys and girls (separate gyms)
Graded class/ attend everyday
Dress out in uniforms (laundering fee)
Lockers in gyms
No Athletics (competitive sports) in 6th Grade

13. Reading and Math Lab
Based on FIRST administration STAAR scores (take the place of PE or Elective)

14. Example: A Typical 6th Grade Day
Period
Subject
Room # 1
English
2118 2
Reading 3
Science
2117 4
Band
Band Hall
Lunch
Café 5
Advisory 6 PE
Gym 7
Social Studies
2122 8
Math
2120

15. Cafeteria Respectful dining room etiquette Open seating
Hot tray, Snack Bar/Pizza Bar
Must stay seated and keep area clean

16. Course WorkSheet Legal first and last name
Level of core classes (Academic, PreAP, or GT)
Reading and English classes are blocked
List 4 elective choices in order of preference
Parent & student signature needed
Return course selection worksheet to your homeroom teacher by campus deadline

17. Ranking Electives on Course Selection Worksheet
Sample **Make sure you write something in all four spaces.**
Orchestra
Art
Theatre
Choir
Free powerpoint template:

18. To Help Ease the Transition
T-N-T (Timberwolves in Training) -New Student Orientation about a week before school starts (will be announced)
Schedule Pick up day- find your classes, pick up pre-purchased school supplies
Tardies not taken the first week of school

19. What Next?
Turn in Course Selection Worksheet to your 5th grade teacher by January 27
You may not get your first choice elective-be sure to put 2nd, 3rd and 4th choices on your course selection sheet.
Course Verification Letter will be sent home verifying the course selections
THIS IS NOT A SCHEDULE!!!
Follow instructions on sheet on how to make changes.

20. Points to Remember…
Schedules may change at least once throughout junior high because:
Classes need to be leveled/balanced
School growth requires the addition of new teachers
Please remember to be flexible and
open-minded about schedule changes.

21. Tuesday, January 17, 2017 Parent Night Program 5:30-6:00 PM
 Fine Arts Fair
5:30-6:00 PM
Parent Meeting
6:00-7:00 PM

22. QUESTIONS?