Louise Radloff Middle School A preview of 6

Louise Radloff Middle School A preview of 6 th grade

LRMS Administration Meet your principal: Dr. Sarah Skinner

LRMS Administration Meet your 6 th Grade assistant principals: Ms. Beverly Boucaud- Taylor Mr. Brian Howe

"Education is not the answer to the question. Education is the means to the answer to all questions. " "La educación no es la respuesta a la pregunta. La educación es el medio para la respuesta a todas las preguntas. ” --William Allin

6 th Grade Staff 6 th Grade APs: Mrs. Beverly Boucaud-Taylor Mr. Brian Howe Emily Flaaen- 6 th Grade Counselor Yolla Lutrell- 6 th Grade Clerk Teachers: Laketha Terry Matt Pennell Tanesha Richardson Bridgette Fordham Alex Sheffield Benjamin Key Patricia Jackson Sarah Farr Heather Mc. Alister Terri Gentry Mara Barandiarian Marcia Findlator Saige Mc. Cue Michael Leon Kristen Davis Tasneem Galgal Jessica Hernandez Julie Wilkerson Brad Zickefoose Karen Slough Amy Winkeljohn

Our Academies Ø We have 2 academies that serve our 6 th, 7 th, and 8 th grade student The Lighthouse Academy Ø Ø Ø The STEAM Academy Both teach the AKS (Academic Knowledge & Skills) Both have the same common District Assessments (DA) Your child with have either 2 or 4 teachers on their team

Academic Rigor Ø Ø Ø High expectations for all Variety of instructional strategies & assignments Intellectual risk-taking Real life application Engagement

Daily Schedule Ø Ø Ø Homeroom – 8: 55 AM – 9: 30 AM Ø Students may enter earlier than 8: 55 am with pass in agenda book Ø Silent Reading occurs EVERY morning from the time a student enters until announcements begin at 9: 15 AM Four Academics classes with two or four different teachers Ø Language Arts Ø Math Ø Science Ø Social Studies Two Connection Classes Ø Band, Orchestra, Chorus, Art, PE, Health, Technology, computer science, business marketing, etc. 4: 00 PM – Student dismissal Ø Last check out at 3: 30 PM Ø The bus will take your children home between 4: 15 -4: 45 PM Ø No check out during test administration

Promotion Requirements/Requisitos de promoción Ø Ø Ø Students must pass 5 out of 6 classes for the school year. Both Language Arts and Math must have passing averages each semester. Students must earn passing grade averages for each semester to pass the course for the year. Connections classes each count as a separate grade.

Grading Scale/ Niveles de calificaciones 90 -100 = A 80 -89 = B 74 -79 = C 70 -73 = D 0 -69 = F Note – “F” is not a passing grade in any class/ “F” no es un calificación aprobatoria en ninguna clase.

Safety and Security Ø Children’s safety and security is paramount to us. Ø All side entrances are secured after 9: 15 AM. Ø All visitors are required to sign in, show identification, and wear a visitor’s badge. Ø All staff are trained on emergency plans. Ø Drills (Fire, Inclement Weather, and Safety) are practiced throughout the school year. Ø Security Cameras are in place throughout the interior and exterior of the school.

Safety and Security Ø Ø A Photo ID is mandatory for check out • Students can only be checked out by individuals listed on file • Parents MUST be escorted, by an adult, anytime they are in the building for a meeting or to have lunch with their children First responders on staff include our clinic worker and other identified faculty members.

School-wide Discipline Program Adheres to GCPS student code of conduct of which a copy is provided to you the first week of school and can be located on the GCPS website: www. gwinnett. k 12. ga. us Ø Consistent rules from class to class, and grade to grade Ø Positive recognition via our PBIS plan Ø Tiered consequences Ø Parent notification for all disciplinary actions Ø

Dress Code Students are to be neatly dressed and well groomed at all times Ø Appropriate school attire and shoes are required at all times Ø String bags ONLY---NO Bookbags Ø No hats, sunglasses, spaghetti straps, offensive graphics on shirts, pants, jackets, rips in pants, or exposure of undergarments Ø More details will be outlined in the student agenda book and the Parent/Student Handbook which you will receive the first week of school and can also be located on the Gwinnett County Public School website. Ø

Attendance Ø State attendance guidelines will be followed for excused absences Ø Handwritten excuses or doctor notes must be submitted to HR teacher for all absences Ø Attendance conferences with the School Social Worker will be held after 10 unexcused absences Ø Students, when possible, may access their classwork on their teacher’s e. Class pages

Immunization Ø Provide necessary immunization paperwork. Ø All 6 th grade students must have a Georgia Immunization Form 3231 that reflects a 2 nd MMR and two doses of Varicella vaccine, or proof of chicken pox virus Ø These documents need to be in your child’s permanent file prior to their first day of school at Radloff MS

Transportation Bus riders Ø Ø Ø Drop off/pick up area at the side of the building The bus will bring your children to school between 8: 50 & 9: 10 AM The bus will take your children home between 4: 15 -4: 45 PM Car riders Ø Ø Ø Drop off is in the loop at the front of the building while the afternoon pick up area is located in the main parking lot of the building—look for signs! If your child is a car rider, they must be dropped off by 9: 10 AM Your child must be picked up in the car rider lane by 4: 20 PM

Breakfast/Lunch Ø Cafeteria Grab n’ Go Breakfast Free for all students Ø Lunch $2. 25 Full Price/Reduced Price $. 40 Ø Ice Cream $. 50 - $1. 00 Ø Wonderful menu items Ø Parents are welcome to join their children for lunch Ø

How are Connection classes assigned? 1. Your child can agree to participate in one of the fine arts programs or also JLC (year long classes) Ø 2. 3. 4. Your child was able to choose at articulation All the other Connection classes are randomly assigned by a computer. Every student should have a P. E. and Health class at least once in middle school Some academic support classes are scheduled as needed.

Connections Junior Leadership Corps- a middle school version of JROTC/Junior Leadership Corps - una versión secundaria de JROTC Ø Fine Arts: Band, Chorus, Orchestra, & Art Ø Computer Science, Marketing, Forensic Science & Environmental Science Ø Physical Education & Health (la educación física y clase de salud) Ø

Extracurricular Activities Actividades extracurriculares Ø Opportunities for extra-curricular activities increase from elementary school to middle school. Extracurricular activities in middle school include: Interpreter club, Reader’s Rally, Robotics club, Junior Leadership Corps, dance team, step team, basketball (7 th & 8 th), cheerleading (7 th & 8 th), and intramural sports such as soccer/FC, DECA, and Junior BETA Club Oportunidades para actividades extracurriculares aumentan desde la escuela primaria a la secundaria. Actividades extracurriculares en la escuela secundaria incluyen: equipo de intérprete, Jr. ROTC, club de baile, equipo de basketbol (grados 7 & 8), y deportes intramurales como futbol

Home / School Communication Ø We believe that communication with parents is an essential part of ensuring your child’s success at Radloff Middle school. Your teachers and administrator’s will communicate with you in the following ways: q. Gwinnett Parent Portal q. Teacher Web. Pages q. School Newsletter q. Email and phone calls via School Messenger q. Student Agenda Book q. Remind Text Messaging

Reading expectations ü The expectation is that students read for 30 minutes a night in addition to completing their homework. ü We have school that is a committed community of readers!

Media Center Ø The Radloff Middle School’s Media center has over 10, 000 books in it’s collection, and over 30 computers Ø We have 2 book fairs a year Ø Parents can volunteer to assist in

Path to Success LRMS Lighthouse or STEAM Academy Meadowcreek U at Meadowcreek High school Class of 2024 College and/or Career

6 th Grade Counselor –Mrs. Flaaen Middle School counselors support students in their overall academic success. They build strong relationships with students through classroom lessons, small group counseling, and individual counseling sessions. Counselors also help students develop life skills and have a successful school experience. § § Addresses the academic, social, and emotional needs of all students College & Career Awareness –

Transitioning to middle school Ø Ø Ø Middle school is a big transition for 6 th graders Higher expectations, more teachers, new building Can be overwhelming

Parental involvement Ø Ø Misconception that 6 th graders can be fully independent in middle school Parental involvement at this stage is crucial for academic success

Parental involvement 3 ways to stay involved 1. Accountability 2. Monitor 3. Advocate

Accountability Ø Check your child's agenda every night when they get home Ø Ø Set an expectation from the beginning that every night they will complete homework and read at home Ø Ø Ask about what they learned that day and stay involved in when projects and tests are due---utilize a calendar for the whole family! Monitor your child's grades from the parent portal Ø Ø They DO have homework every night!! And they should be writing in their agenda daily! See what work they are missing and talk to them about how they can complete that work for credit. Communicate with teachers via email or your child’s agenda and plan to attend parent/teacher conferences

Monitor Ø Monitor what your child does online and set restrictions Ø Take their phone away at night, know their passwords, monitor social media—you can see what they are doing by connecting your phone and theirs—talk to your wireless company about this. Ø Know who your child’s friends are. Talk with them about influences with them and how to handle peer pressure Ø Middle school is a time when peers’ opinions become very important to your child.

Advocate Ø Teach your child how to advocate for themselves Ø Encourage them to communicate with their teachers via email, face to face, or when they come in for tutoring. Ø Encourage them to ask questions in class when they are confused and have them initiate making up any missed work. Ø Advocate for your child when they need support Ø We are a team, and we are here to help support you and your child. Reach out to us when you have questions or concerns. Ø We are here as a resource for you and your child.

Parent Center---at the Middle School Ø Remember the Parent Center is for you, the family--- as well as your child! Ø We have many resources and a wealth of information for you, the family. Ø Any question you may have, we will endeavor to answer. Ø We are a team—Home, School, and Student!

Thank you for attending! Any questions? ?

SEE YOU AT OPEN HOUSE ON Thursday, AUGUST 2, 2018!