1. Welcome 7th and 8th Grade Parents & Students
Oratory Preparatory School
Guidance Night
Fall 2017

2. By the end of this meeting you will know more about:
The Curriculum & Future Course Planning Options
Academic Support
Development of the whole student
Life Outside the Classroom
Activities
Sports
Consortium Events
Volunteering Opportunities

3. Course options for Grades 7 and 8
Math: Pre-algebra/Algebra/Geometry
Science: Earth Science/Physical Science
Foreign Language: Latin/Spanish
Religion
Social Studies: Geography/History
English
Physical Education & Health
Electives:
Art, Music, Computer Skills, Writing & Grammar

4. Academic Supports available
Meetings with Teachers
Homework Club
Writing Lab
Math Lab
Study Skills Program
Peer Tutoring
Meet with your counselor

5. No longer just a kid who goes to school > student
The focus in middle school is on the student and his involvement in the academic process.
No longer just a kid who goes to school > student

6. Development of the Student as a Person
Our goal is to build students
who are ready for high school.
They are:
Organized
Disciplined
Self Advocates - can talk to adults
Resilient – Not afraid to fail
Aware of the world outside of him
Involved, Committed, Engaged

7. Beyond academics
Middle school students by the nature of their age and level of maturity face a different set of non-academic challenges than high school students do
Creating a positive social life
Peer Relations
Oratory’s Code of Conduct

8. Health and Well Being - Mrs. Kardis
Absences due to illness – you can call (908) X130 or
Anticipated Absence for vacation/family travel etc. – complete form
Visiting the Nurse’s Office
Administration of Medications Form – standing orders
Nurse’s Office is a safe place to come for support with medical issues, concerns, problems.

9. Activities and Involvement
Mr. William Martin, Director of Student Activities

10. Activities and Involvement
Benefits of Extra-Curricular Participation
Several Academic Benefits
Involvement in Activities = More Structure
Mental Health Benefits
Activities and the Well-Rounded Student
Enhanced Relationships and the Ability to Work as a Team

11. Activities and Involvement
Short-term Commitment - Select Service Drives, Social/Recreational Clubs and Activities
Consistent Commitment - Most Clubs/Activities and Committees
Year-Long Commitment - Activities such as Student Council/Newspaper

12. Athletics
A great opportunity to connect with fellow students and have fun.
Some teams will field an A and B team if needed
Fall - Soccer, Cross Country
Winter – Basketball
Spring - Baseball, Track

13. Middle School Consortium: Mrs. Crum
NJ Consortium of Middle Schools:
10 area middle schools, both public and private, dedicated to fostering the intellectual, athletic and social growth of middle school age students.
Member schools and venues
Activities and criteria for selecting students
Missing class to attend

14. Keep in Touch With Us... AGeissler@oratoryprep.org
Counseling Office: x123