Welcome to North

Lake Middle School !

Office: 425-335-1530 Guidance: 425-335-1640

North Lake…a Community of Learners connected to each

other and to the world.

Session Targets◻ Know and understand the registration process◻ What does a day look like for a middle school student?◻ What is the correct placement for my child?◻ College and Career Ready◻ Math Pathways

WE ARE PROACTIVE

AND DEMONSTRATE THE 3R’S OF BULLDOG PRIDE

RESPECT FOR LEARNING, PEOPLE, & PROPERTY

BULLDOG PRIDE

Registration for 2017/18

March: Registration materials delivered to 5th grade teachers. Completed registration forms are due March 31st to 5th grade teachers.

Early June: 5th graders will visit North Lake to get familiar with the school and observe our daily routines.

Late August: August 30th-Student Prep Day for students and parents to get schedules and locate classrooms.*School starts September 6th

Registration for 2017/18

◻ Family Access for student registration

Registration Instructions

◻ Registration window opens March 21st and closes April 11th

What Might a Sixth Grader’s Schedule Look Like?

1

7:40- 8:38

Language Arts 6 (or Challenge LA)

2

8:42- 9:39

Wellness

3

9:43-10:40

Math 6(or Challenge Math)

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10:44-11:14

A-Lunch

4

11:18-12:18

Exploratory, Choir, or Band

5

12:22- 1:19

Social Studies6 1:23- 2:20 Science

What Is the Exploratory Program?

Sixth Grade Exploratories

1. Technology and Art (semester each)2. Band (full year)3. Choir (full year)

*Rank order your choices #1, #2, #3

within the registration packet

Are Challenge Courses Right for you?

It may be a consideration if you:➢ Demonstrate the ability and willingness to

work at an accelerated pace➢ Persevere - You must commit for the entire

year➢ Perform above grade level➢ Demonstrate strong organizational skills,

complete assignments, and turn them in on time

➢ Take responsibility for your own learning and ask for help/clarification when needed

6th Grade Challenge Courses

Challenge Language Arts Success Criteria•Meet or exceed standard on the 5th grade SBA in reading, writing, and district assessments•Score of 3 or 4 on the 5th grade report card

Challenge Math Success Criteria•Meet or exceed standard on the 5th grade SBA and district assessments•Score of 3 or 4 on the 5th grade report card

Math Progression

Tim Bartlett

Secondary Math TOSA

Special Education Services

◻ Specially designed individualized instruction is offered for students who qualify for special education programs. There are different levels of support offered, depending on individual student needs.

◻ On the registration form your child brings home, mark the 6th Grade Language Arts and 6th Grade Math boxes, and the case managers will place your child according to his/her IEP goal areas. IEP case managers will meet with each elementary school resource team to discuss student placement.

Academic Support Classes

❏ Math Support-Replaces elective, but weaves in elective concepts

❏ Reading Support- Students reading and writing support in their ELA and Social Studies course.

Making Your Selections

•Make your choices carefully, and be sure you are committed to the classes you select.

•Once schedules are created, our ability to change classes during the year is limited due to class size.

Make Attendance A Priority -Instructional time is irreplaceable

◻ School starts September 6th - please plan accordingly.◻ We consider daily attendance essential to student

success. When planning vacations, please refer to the district calendar to avoid scheduling conflicts.

◻ A good rule of thumb is to not miss more than 9 days per semester. When considering tardies, 3 tardies = 1 absence.

◻ Chronic absenteeism has significant impacts on a student’s achievement, even in early grades. Students who are chronically absent are more likely to fall behind in reading and math, and are also more likely to not graduate from high school. (OSPI, 2016)

A Key to Success

Keys To Success

● Work Completion – Scores earned for class work, homework, and tests will be tracked in order to assign grades. Missing work will earn zeros, so it is imperative that all work is turned in.

● Set aside a study time each evening. Even when there may not be written work to do, this is a perfect time for reading and studying for upcoming tests.

● Check Grades Regularly. Choose one day per week to check grades, attendance, and behavior online through Family Access. You can also set up notifications that will come directly to your email.

● Google Calendar-Check nightly

Chromebooks

● Each student is given a Chromebook at the beginning of the school year.

● Students use their calendar to log daily activities during classes

● Google Classroom, Moodle, Clever, etc.

A Key to Success

Communication

1. Family Access – Watch for Message Center emails and set up notifications.

2. Ask nightly to see your student’s google calendar.3. Check the NLMS website.4. Stay in touch with teachers – email for basic

information, call or set up a conference for larger concerns.

5. NLMS News sent via email on Fridays.

Enrichment Opportunities

❖ Academics, Service, and the Arts▪ Robotics Club▪ Grade Doctor/Math Help▪ Assistance from teachers by appointment▪ Builders Club/Bulldog Ambassadors▪ ASB Activities▪ Jazz Band▪ Cooking and Sewing Club▪ Battle of the Books▪ Running Club

Getting Ready for North Lake

◻ Supply List – Check District Website◻ August Back-to-School Newsletter ◻ Student Prep Day-August 30th-

⬜ Find your children’s classrooms⬜ Familiarize yourselves with the campus⬜ Make purchases (Online)

■ PE Shorts/Shirts: $15■ ASB cards: $15 required for athletes and ASB/club participants■ Art Fee: $24■ Yearbook: $28■ Chromebook insurance: $30/10 optional insurance

Making Connections

◻ General Questions: Mrs. Allen, Registrar, Office Lead◻ Attendance: Mrs. Williams◻ Finance/Payment: Mrs. Ames◻ Counseling (Academic & Middle School Issues): Mr. Width◻ Classroom Issues: Contact teachers directly via email or phone◻ PTSA: Get involved in North Lake activities - currently seeking

volunteers for 2016-17 school year.◻ Volunteering: Contact your child’s teachers via email or phone to find

out about volunteer opportunities. We also appreciate volunteers for Picture Days, Vision/Hearing Screening, Lunchtime Walk-Abouts, and Dances.

Making a Difference…

One Bulldog at a Time

Thank you . . .

for joining us tonight.

We are looking forward to meeting your children and working with you to ensure their success at North Lake Middle School.