Transcript Robinson Junior High

ROBINSON JUNIOR HIGH
Parent Information Night
2014
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
 Principal—David Wrzesinski
 Assistant Principal—Jody Flowers
 Counselor—Brianna Mink
 Office Staff—Jennifer Sanchez, Ravon Morgan, Angela Bettinger, and Shelley Welch
GOALS FOR TONIGHT
 Get information for academic decision making
 Get information for elective decision making
 Discuss the transition to middle school
ACADEMIC CLASSES
6th graders:
 English (or Honors
English)
 Reading
 Math (or Accelerated
Math)
 Science
 Social Studies
7th graders:
 English (or Honors
English)
 Reading
 Math (or Accelerated
Math)
 Life Science
 Texas History
8th graders:
 English (or Honors
English)
 Math (or Algebra I)
 Earth Science
 American History
 Technology Applications
& Career Explorations
(1 semester each)
ACCELERATED MATH
 More rigorous in content and pace
 Students will be responsible for a heavier workload
 Curriculum and instruction for accelerated math courses will be compacted.
 Grade 6 students receive instruction in grade 6 & the majority of grade 7
standards.
 Grade 7 students receive instruction in the remaining grade 7 standards as well as
all grade 8 standards.
 Grade 8 students receive instruction in Algebra I. Students earn high school credit
for this course. If they pass the course, they may not re-take the course in high
school since they will have already earned credit for the course on his/her high
school transcript.
MATH CURRICULUM SEQUENCE
Grade
Core
Advanced
6th
6th Grade TEKS
6th and 7th Grade TEKS
7th
8th
7th Grade TEKS
8th Grade TEKS
Algebra I or
Honors Algebra I
7th and 8th Grade TEKS
Algebra I
Geometry or
Honors Geometry
Geometry or
Honors Geometry
Algebra II,
Honors Algebra II, or Math Models
Algebra II or
Honors Algebra II
9th
10th
11th
12th
Pre-Calculus or Algebra II
Pre-Calculus
Dual Credit Calculus,
Advanced Quantitative Reasoning, or
Engineering Math
ADVANCED MATH CRITERIA
 At least 3 of the 4 following criteria:
 1. MSTAR (Middle School Students in Texas Algebra Ready)-The content of the
MSTAR Universal Screener is based on algebra-readiness skills.
 Recommended score of 300 or higher
 2. Current overall average in math for the 2013-2014 school year
 Recommended: average of 90% for grade 5 or 6; average of 85% for current
accelerated math students in grade 7
 3. STAAR 2014 Math – Level III Advanced
 4. Teacher Recommendation – We highly recommend that you contact your
child’s math teacher regarding the appropriate placement for your child.
NEW MATH STANDARDS
 2014-2015—new math TEKS (standards)
 The number of standards moving from grade to grade including Algebra I
standards to 8th grade math are already more rigorous.
 More than 56 standards moved to new grade levels in 6-8 as well as many
completely new learning standards.
 Please make a careful decision when choosing for your child to accelerate through
math content.
 Grade 6-8 math is foundational for future success in high school math courses.
HONORS ENGLISH
 Task oriented, proficient readers, able to prioritize their time and have parental
support.
 Content immersion, a fast pace, and performance assessed at the analysis and
syntheses levels.
 Honors students are expected to maintain a minimum average of 80 each 6
weeks.
ACCELERATED MATH / HONORS ENGLISH
RESPONSIBILITY PROFILE
 Willing to work hard
 High degree of self-discipline
 Strong motivation to learn
 Completes assignments on time
 Conscientious
 Well organized
 Seeks help when needed
 Eagerly accepts a challenge
STAAR* TESTING AT JUNIOR HIGH
Sixth Grade
Seventh Grade
Eighth Grade
Reading
Reading
Reading
Math
Math
Math
Writing
Science
Social Studies
*Alg I students
only: Alg I EOC
*State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness
ELECTIVES
 6th:
 1 elective: Art, Band, Choir, or Technology Applications
 1 PE: Wellness PE or Competition PE
 7th:
 1 elective: Agriculture, Art, Band, Cabinetry & Millwork, Choir,
Technology Applications
 1 PE: Athletics, Wellness PE, Tennis, Outdoor Recreation, or Dance
 8th:
 2 electives: Agriculture, Art, Band, Cabinetry & Millwork, Choir,
Athletics, Dance, Outdoor Recreation, or Tennis
3RD PERIOD (40 MINUTES)
 Plus period built into the day for Enrichment or STAAR
Intervention
 Enrichment
 6th: Study Skills & Technology
7th & 8th:
Applied Band
Advanced Dance
Archery
Battle of the Books
Creative Writing
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Gifted & Talented
Journalism
Mock Trial
Photography
Problem Solvers
Programming
Robotics
Study Hall
Theatre
Video Announcements
Yearbook
GIFTED & TALENTED
 To nominate your child for GT, packets are available from your school counselor
 GT students will be clustered with 4-5 other GT students for core class
 3rd period Enrichment: GT students will be in a pull out GT class
 6 weeks projects including:
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Philosophy
Forensic Science
Critical Thinking/Problem Solving
DAR Essay Contest
TYPICAL 6TH GRADE DAY
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School Day: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
English Language Arts—50 minutes
Reading—50 minutes
Math – 50 minutes
Science – 50 minutes per day
Social Studies – 50 minutes per day
3rd Period—Team & Enrichment—40 minutes per day
Physical Education – 50 minutes per day
Lunch – 30 minutes per day
Elective – 50 minutes per day
WHAT’S NEW FOR STUDENTS?
 Lockers
 Changing classes
 Four minute passing periods
 Cafeteria – Can choose where they sit
 Pep Rallies
COURSE CHOICE SHEETS
 5th grade students received forms on 3/4
 Forms are due to students’ home room teachers on Friday,
March 21st
 Parent & student signature is required on form
 Carefully consider your choices
 6th & 7th grade students will receive their sheets next week:
3/25 & 3/27
 8th graders must have a parent, student, counselor meeting:
Tues 3/25 & Thurs 3/27 5:30-7:30pm and Wed. 3/26 7:30-4:00
PARENT INFORMATION
 Web Site: www.risdweb.org
 6 week newsletter – sent with report card
 Progress Reports (3 weeks) and Report cards (6 weeks)
 Student Planners
 Parent Portal
 Schoology
 Remind 101
PREPARING FOR THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
 Meet the Teach Night before school:
 Pickup schedules
 Meet their teachers
 Learn the building
 Meet the front office staff, counselor, principals, etc.
 Ask questions!
Final date will be posted on the school website, and advertised on the
school marquee.
THANK YOU FOR
COMING!
Please let me know if you
have any questions!
brianna.mink@robinson.k12.tx.us or 254-662-3643