Middle School 101Everything you wanted to know about

Middle School…but were afraid to ask!

Middle School Day Middle School Classes Middle School Grades Middle School Activities Middle School Safety Middle School “Other Stuff” including

information about uniforms/dress code, lunch, school supplies and homework

We Will Cover…

Each middle school grade is divided into a team.

A team consists of several subject area teachers who teach the same group of students.

The make-up of each team includes students of all ability levels.

Academic classes can have up to 32 students. Normal size for Garrison is under 25.

A middle school team teacher teaches up to 100 students each day.

Middle School Team

The middle school day goes from: 8:45 – 3:30 Hours could change based on May 7 BOE meeting.

Students start the day by attending homeroom which will be their Fine Arts area.

Students will travel to different classrooms throughout the day.

The academic subjects consist of Math, Science, Social Studies, and English Language Arts; Literacy Block

The connections classes may include classes such as Spanish, Health, P.E, CTAE ( Career Technical Agricultural Education)

The Middle School Day

There is 1 Connection period Connections classes meet on alternate

days. Health is required for one quarter for all

students. Students rotate as a class to their

Connection class.

Connections Classes

A progress report is issued each 4 1/2 weeks. However, parents may check daily progress through Parent Connect.

Each nine-week report is considered the end-of-quarter report card.

The nine-week reports will determine honor rolls, promotions and retentions.

Concerns about grades should be directed to your child’s teacher or counselor.

Grades

90-100 A 80-89 B 74-79 C 70-73 D 69-below F Conduct grades are: E-Excellent; S- Satisfactory; N-Needs Improvement; U-Unsatisfactory

Student will be placed on academic probation for the marking period if average falls below an 80.

Student will be placed on probation for conduct grade of an N or U.

Sign up for Parent Access in the front office with our Information Specialist to receive your Login information. This will give you access to your child’s grades.

Grading Scale

Coaches: Debra Morrell

Jamie SalasFall: Softball (Girls)Swimming (Girls and Boys)Volleyball (Girls)Winter:Basketball (Girls and Boys)Spring:Soccer(Girls and Boys)Golf (Girls and Boys)Baseball ( Boys)

Middle School Athletics

Peer Mediation

Garrison Givers

FCA

National Junior Honors Society

Tri-M Honors

http://deepkids.com/

Art Exhibits Odyssey of the Mind

Fine Arts Performances

Math Team

Middle School Clubs and Activities

Janet James K - 5Ruby Pierce 6 – 8

Students entering middle school are experiencing a tremendous amount of change. They now have 7 or 8 teachers and the academic rigor increases. Their bodies are changing and the hormones and emotions are raging! The importance of social acceptance is at an all time high. This all can create the “perfect storm” for problems to develop at home and school. Although your child is beginning to look like an adult, the middle school child still needs parental and adult guidance and assistance. The counselors are here to support you and your child in this transition. Consistent and positive parental support and communication between the parent, teacher, and student is a must. Please call or e-mail us anytime.

Counseling Services:

Individual Counseling; Group Counseling/Peer Mediation ; Classroom Guidance; Georgia College 411/Career Education; Advisement ; Parent/Teacher Conferences; Anti-bullying campaign; Character Education; Red Ribbon Week

Meet Your School Counselor!

The school building opens at 8:15 a.m. All visitors must sign in at the front office. All Savannah-Chatham County schools have adopted a “Zero

Tolerance” policy which prohibits the use or presence of alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and/or weapons on any school property.

All Savannah-Chatham County schools adhere to a strict policy prohibiting harassment or bullying.

Students are expected to follow an established behavior management plan.

PBIS Peer Mediation Character Counts Cyber Safety Student Safety Patrol

Middle School Safety

No Bully Zone

“OTHER STUFF” about Middle School

All students are expected to wear the uniform for the school he/she is assigned to attend.

Each school will enforce the uniform dress code policy.

White or Kelly Green polo tops; Khaki, Navy, or Black uniform bottoms; Garrison plaid skirts for girls; pants with loops must have a belt; tucked shirts

Students are required to have ID everyday. Refer to Garrison website for more information.

Dress Code

Students go to lunch with their class/grade level.

You have a variety of items to choose from on the lunch menu.

Additional items are available for purchase.

You may log on to enroll http://www.mylunchmoney.com/

Lunch

Basic school supplies include pencils, blue and black pens, markers, colored pencils, highlighters, 3-ring binders, pocket folders with brads and white loose-leaf paper, marble composition notebooks, ruler, scissors, glue sticks, USB flash drive

In addition to general school supplies, each teacher or team may have individual requirements. Back to School Night in August will provide you with more information.

Supplies You Need for Middle School

Bus service is provided for students living 11/2 miles from the school.

Bus routes are posted in the Savannah Morning News and on the district website about a week before school begins.

Students need to know their bus route number by the end of the first day of school.

Students should ride the bus the first day and week of school so he/she will know the bus route number and procedures.

Buses

A sixth grade student can expect to complete at least an hour of homework each night. It is our expectation that HW will be turned in on time. Late assignments will incur penalties.

Homework grades are included in the student’s academic average!

Homework assignments should be written in agenda. Each teacher will place assignments due on their class website.

Homework tips: Study area should be free of distractions; Create a study space equipped with school supplies; Designated time everyday for HW

Homework in Middle School

One key to middle school success is being ORGANIZED. Follow the teachers’ guidelines or check with the counselor for suggestions.

Each student is issued an agenda (student planner) to record all assignments.

Teachers may use this agenda to communicate to parents.

Most teachers do not allow class time to complete homework assignments.

Organization

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Online resources:

http://www.scholastic.com/kids/middleschoolsurvival/

http://www.schoolfamily.com/school-family-articles/article/817-moving-up-to-middle-school

Questions