1. Dr. George F. Mack Middle School presents the 2007 6th Grade Parent Night

2. Who is who? Mr. MacDonald Mrs. Northrup Ms. Conjura Mr. Lamoreaux

3. Our Sixth Grade Team

4. Schedule & Map of Building Organization for Middle School (Supply List)- What not to bring- CD player, games, toys Helpful Tips Study Skills Ten Things That Best Describe the Young Adolescent Middle School Discipline Sleep Patterns FOLDERS

5. Sixth Grade Requirements Math Social Studies Science English Reading Physical Education Language Survey: Tech, Music, Art, Home and Careers and Life Skills

6. Language Requirement A language credit is required to earn a Regents diploma. Middle School students can earn this credit before high school. Students can choose French or Spanish. Your student should plan to take foreign language in high school, if they plan to go to college.

7. 6 th Grade Schedule

8. How can I prepare my child for the change to Middle School academics? Organization is key Assignment Book (Planner) Color-Coding Math – Orange Social Studies – Blue Science – Green English - Yellow Homework Hotline (NEW #) 6 th grade: 865-4116 ext.3142 Lost & Found

9. Middle School Guidance Your Changing Middle School Student (Young Adolescent Handout) Parent Conferences/Contact Open Door Policy/Referrals Groups – need based AVP (Alternatives to Violence Project)

10. Academic Intervention Services (AIS) What is AIS? Academic Intervention Services How does my child receive AIS support? - New York State Assessments in Math and ELA -Teacher Recommendations What is available? ELA Lab After School Study Club Mandatory Help Time Summer School

11. READING IS KEY! Sixth Grade Reading Program Accelerated Reader Program Summer Reading Logs Independent Reading

12. Health Office Chicken Pox Shots – Tdap Attendance

13. VIDEO PRESENTATION

14. What’s Next Guided tour with Mrs. Northrup Refreshments and Conversation with all presenters in cafeteria

15. QUESTIONS???