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Presented by Nicola Labas, VP [email protected]
Kristy Rozsnyoi, School Counselor [email protected]
Understanding a middle school teen
O Brain research statesO adolescent brain is still under development
and maturing during the teen years. O The biggest changes occur in areas of the
brain that affect self-control, decision making, emotions, and risk-taking behaviors.
O During adolescence, the adolescent brain is evolving in its ability to organize, regulate impulses, and weigh risks and rewards.
With this in mind…
OParents to be parents, not the friend
OTalk with your child/Positive Attention (fun activities, in the car, dinner time)
OEncourage cyber safetyOComputer in common area; know passwords
OSet a positive example
Set limits
O Be specific. Rather than telling your teen not to stay out late, set a specific curfew.
O Be concise. Keep your rules short and to the point.O Put rules in writing. Use this technique to counter
a selective memory.O Be flexible. As your teen demonstrates more
responsibility, grant him or her more freedom. If your teen shows poor judgment, impose more restrictions.
O Be prepared to explain your decisions. Your teen may be more likely to comply with a rule when he or she understands its purpose.
O Be reasonable. Avoid setting rules your teen can't possibly follow. A chronically messy teen may not be able to maintain a spotless bedroom overnight.
Enforce consequencesO Active ignoring. Tell your teen that you'll talk to him or her when the
whining, sulking or yelling stops. O Scolding and disapproval. Make sure you reprimand your teen's
behavior, not your teen. Avoid using a sarcastic, demeaning or disrespectful tone. Also, avoid reprimanding your teen in front of his or her friends.
O Imposing additional responsibilities. Assign your teen additional household tasks.
O Imposing additional restrictions. Take away a privilege or possession that's meaningful to your teen, such as computer time or a cell phone.
O Asking your teen to suggest a consequence. Your teen may have an easier time accepting a consequence if he or she played a role in deciding it.
O Be consistent when you enforce limits. Limit punishments to a few hours or days to make them most effective.
O Also, avoid punishing your teen when you're angry. Likewise, don't impose penalties you're not prepared to carry out — and punish only the guilty party, not other family members. Never use physical harm to discipline your teen.
iMiddle: Tools for SuccessO Netbook:
O Charged every nightO Brought to school every day
O Planner or sticky notes on computerO Homework written down every period, every dayO Tutoring: lunch and afterschoolO Advocate for Self: speak up and ask
questions of your teachers and/or peersO Classroom page on imiddle.orgO Student Connect, checked weekly with
student
AttendanceO Students need to be in school, on time,
to every class, daily! O District considers more than 10% of
school year absences as chronic, even if you have excused illness
O iMiddle tardy policy: more than 4 = Assigned Sat School
O Policy states that students must make up work from absences
How to be successful in Science
O http://tube.sandi.net/video/videos/3063/imiddle-be-successful-in-science-7--8th-grade
How to be successful in English
O http://tube.sandi.net/video/videos/3072/english-dept-success-at-imiddle
How to be successful in History
O http://tube.sandi.net/video/videos/3074/history-dept-success-at-imiddle
How to be successful in Math
O http://tube.sandi.net/video/videos/3082/how-to-be-successful-in-math
How to be successful in PE
O http://tube.sandi.net/video/videos/3083/success-in-pe-at-imiddle
iMiddle 8th Promotion Criteria
O No “F” or “U” marks (classroom and school wide citizenship apply)
O No more than 10 (ten) tardies the entire year (includes first period tardies).
O No more than two truancies the entire year.O No overdue school fines for textbooks, library
books, netbooks, materials or equipment.O No more than 2 (two) suspensions (including
in-school suspensions), or 1 (one) Zero Tolerance (ZT) referral
O No suspensions within three weeks of the last day of school
*iMiddle staff will have final discretion in determining student participation*
Graduating High SchoolO Meet all SDUSD Graduation Requirements
O Passing classes to earn credits (44 semester credits)
O UC/CSU A-G requirements, C grades or better
O Senior ExhibitionO Minimum 2.0 gpa (C average)O Pass the California High School Exit
Exam (CAHSEE)OStart taking in 10th gradeOTest on 7-10th grade material
Class of 2017 and 2018HS Graduation Requirements
A-GSDUSD Grad Requirements
Minimum Requirements
A) 4 credits (2 years) History/Social ScienceB) 8 credits (4 years) EnglishC) 6 credits (3 years) MathematicsD) 4 credits (2 years) Laboratory ScienceE) 4 credits (2 years) World LanguageF) 2 credits (1 year) Visual and Performing ArtsG) 2 credits (1 year) College Prep Electives
Total: 30 credits
Minimum needed to graduate: 44 high school credits.A) 6 credits (3 years) History/Social ScienceB) 8 credits (4 years) EnglishC) 6 credits (3 years) Mathematics
• Algebra• Geometry• Intermediate Algebra
• Statistics or Pre CalculusD) 6 credits (3 years) ScienceE) 4 credits (2 years) same World LanguageF) 2 credits (1 year), UC "f" -approved Visual and
Performing ArtsG) College Preparatory Elective (see electives below)
Total: 32 credits
Additional Requirements4 credits (2 years) Physical Education and pass the Fitnessgram 8 credits (4 years) Career-Technical Education Courses or Other ElectivesTotal: 12 credits
Items in red have changed for class of 2016 and beyond.
Prepare for College and Beyond
O CaliforniaRealityCheck.comO Naviance (career key, college search,
courses)O imiddle.org, parents, counseling
O High School Grad Requirements O Imiddle.org, Academics, HS Grad
O statecenter.com/resources/industry-sectors
Preparing for CSTO CST Released Test Questions:
PRACTICE!O Cde.ca.govO http://starsamplequestions.org (For Parents)
O Online math games, learning upgrade, Revolution Prep
O Tests in late AprilO Importance of eating a good breakfast,
being on time, practicing healthy stress relieving techniques (exercise, deep breaths)
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