TIOGA MIDDLE SCHOOL 220202 1 1 New Information

TIOGA MIDDLE SCHOOL 2/20/202 1 1

New Information Updated August 22 -31 2/20/202 1 2

STAFF AND STUDENT BELIEFS Student behavior is the responsibility of everyone at Tioga. We will work as a team – staff, parents, students - to model, teach, and practice appropriate behavior to reach the goals of the Tioga Community. We will teach students the expectations and skills necessary to be able to demonstrate responsible behavior in all school settings by collectively correcting, modifying, and practicing appropriate student actions. Everyone contributes to providing a safe learning environment at Tioga. Staff and students set the tone through their daily actions and attitudes. We will demonstrate our continuous support and encouragement of all students through our proactive interactions with them. Tioga’s staff is unified in supporting and implementing school-wide expectations to help our students reach academic and social goals. We will monitor our progress toward our academic and social goals, celebrate our successes, and revise our goals as we move our students toward being College and Career ready responsible citizens. 2/20/202 1 3

Commitment Students in Fresno Unified School District can and must learn at grade level and beyond. To ensure our students graduate ready for college and career, we are committed to: Creating a culture of learning with high expectations Ensuring students are engaged with relevant, challenging content Expecting students to take ownership for their learning and improve every day We are committed to ensuring every student moves a minimum of one grade level per year. 2/20/202 1 4

Tioga Staff Principal – Mr. Evangelinos GLA – Ms. Sin SNRO – Officer Be. Bee 2/20/202 1 5

Tioga Staff Vice principal – Ms. Bacon Academic Counselor – Justin Carrasco Socioemotional Counselor – 2/20/202 1 6

People To See Academics, Grades, Scheduling, College, Registration questions. Mr. Carrasco, Counselor Bullying, Harassment, Intimidation, threats. Ms. Atkins, Para Educator Mr. Ward, Resource Counselor 2/20/202 1 7

People to see Stolen items, serious threats and other crime related issues Mr. Beebe, Fresno PD Afterschool Program Mr. Gutierrez, ASP Coordinator Sports, athletics, and Campus Culture Mr. Dean, Campus Culture Director/Athletic Director 2/20/202 1 8

Tips for a Successful Start TIP # 1 We are glad you are here so keep coming! Attendance……. . It Matters!!!!!!! Attend everyday and be on time Time missed = information missed Review your school bell schedule and class schedule! 2/20/202 1 9

Reviewing your Classes Every class you are registered for will prepare you for high school Course preparation for High school graduation College entrance requirements: A- G classes Ø College Preparatory and A-G classes in middle school Ø Algebra I and Spanish courses count for high school credit and college requirements Career objective: Ø College prep classes and electives 2/20/202 1 10

High School Graduation Fresno Unified School District requires 230 credits to graduate Most courses are worth 5 credits a semester A grade “C” or better is needed to receive credit for an A-G course Complete all homework Ask for help when you need it In High School passing grades equal credits 2/20/202 1 11

College and University Requirements English – 4 years (40 credits) Math – 3 years, 4 years recommended (30 -40 credits) Science – 2 years (20 credits) Social Science – 2 years (20 credits) Visual and Performing Art – 1 year (10 credits) Foreign Language – 2 years, 3 years recommended (20 -30 credits) College Preparatory Electives – 1 year (10 credits) SAT, SAT Subject tests and/ or ACT 12 2/20/202 1

Resources: Assistance Provided After School Program Tutoring support 7 th period 2/20/202 1 13

Get involved! Sports Quarter 1: Football Cross Country Girls Volleyball Golf See Mr. Dean in Room 1 for more information Maintain a strong GPA to continue to participate in sports 2. 0 GPA and above 2/20/202 1 14

Get Involved! Clubs and Organization Consider your interests and abilities Select 2 -3 to be committed to Do not become overly involved so that your activities take away from study time Serve in a leadership role (e. g. President, Treasure, etc. ) 2/20/202 1 15

Get involved Volunteer Participating in an extracurricular activity—be it student government, a sport, a part-time job or volunteering—while maintaining good grades, demonstrates: Time-management skills Ability to prioritize Motivation Responsibility Leadership qualities 2/20/202 1 16

Six Extremely Important Factors in College Admissions School Achievement Test Scores Recommendations 48% Essay Interview 31% Activities 30% START NOW! 89% 85% 43% 2/20/202 1 17

Social Studies 2/20/202 1 18

Noon Time activities 2/20/202 1 19

Noon Time activities 2/20/202 1 20

Noon Time 2/20/202 1 21

Science 2/20/202 1 22

Electives 2/20/202 1 23

Math 2/20/202 1 24

PE 2/20/202 1 25

Support 2/20/202 1 26

Use School Resources See your counselor on a frequent basis Let them get to know you Mr. Carrasco in Room 35 Take advantage of tutoring offered on campus Use the ATLAS student portal You will receive your password for ATLAS 2/20/202 1 27

We’re Glad you’re here! Amazing Teachers Positive Environment: Clubs, activities, no bullying, great sports, and supportive staff Hard Working, Smart, Kind Students 2/20/202 1 28

Noon Time activities 2/20/202 1 29

Important changes 2016 -2017 Students with sagging pants will not be allowed on campus, no exceptions Cell phones are not allowed to be visible anywhere or time on campus Hats, do-rags, scarves or bandanas are not allowed on your head or body 2/20/202 1 30

Tioga Bus procedures Buses drop off in the front in the morning Buses pick up in the back of the school in the afternoon 2/20/202 1 31

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! CHAMPs in cafeteria C H A M P 0 RAISED IF QUESTION ASKED LISTENING SITTING PARTNER TALK 2/20/202 1 32

Tioga Fast Pass What is it? Pass that allows you outside the cafeteria during morning and lunch break Allows you opportunities for free snacks, soda and music during lunch Front of the line passes for events Field trip opportunities Extra time during lunch on certain days Preferred choice when choosing clubs Pizza parties 2/20/202 1 33

Tioga Fast Pass New fast passes issued August 29 You need a 2. 0 GPA 2/20/202 1 34

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Dress Code Policy Being in dress code is your responsibility. It prepares you for the workplace. Look good, feel good! We all must follow the Tioga and FUSD dress code policy. 2/20/202 1 35

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! DRESS CODE 2/20/202 1 36

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Dress Code Most Frequent Violations No PIERCINGS. Only ears can be pierced. Hairstyles that attract attention like MOHAWKS, hair cuts with symbols, writing, or unnatural colors (ex. purple braids), etc. are not allowed. Nothing that is 50% or more red - this includes anything: Undergarments, undershirts, shorts, pants, folders, backpacks, belts, socks, ANYTHING!!!! Flip-flop style shoes are prohibited. All shoes must have a strap on the back. 2/20/202 1 37

Dress Code Cont. No professional team logos on ANYTHING (college attire is okay) Ripped jeans must have leggings underneath (leggings cannot be worn without jeans) No Hats and beanies No sagging Shorts and skirts must be no more than 4 inches above the knee All tops must cover undergarments completely. Straps must be 2 inches or more. PE clothes cannot be worn in any other class other than PE. This includes light gray sweat shirts and sweat pants. 2/20/202 1 38

DRESS CODE – GANG APPAREL ABSOLUTELY NO GANG RELATED APPAREL ON ANYTHING! No Paisley bandanas (rags) of any color. 2/20/202 1 39

You WILL NOT be allowed IN CLASSES if you are out of Dress Code! Student will be stopped at the gate 2/20/202 1 40

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Common Areas/Fields at Lunch Stay on the “West Side” of campus Don’t run Keep your hands to yourself Use sports equipment properly Enter class and buildings quietly Don’t wait until the tardy bell to use the restroom or get water You must have a fast pass to participate during lunch 2/20/202 1 41

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Morning Arrival and Dismissal All student report to the cafeteria Be on campus before the first bell Be in class before the tardy bell Be prepared for class with all of your materials Be in dress code Leave campus immediately after school Take everything home that needs to go home Bus riders board busses behind the gym 2/20/202 1 42

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Personal Conduct and Responsibility We are responsible for the choices we make, including our actions and work at school. 2/20/202 1 43

3 simple beliefs 1. WORK HARD! Your Brain is a Muscle. 2/20/202 1 44

2. Get smart You get smart by working hard to learn new things! 2/20/202 1 45

Being Kind 3. Be kind DON’T BE A BULLY Makes you happier Helps build strong relationships Improves your health 2/20/202 1 46

Tioga fast pass How do I get one? GPA of 2. 0 or higher during the previous two-week period. Attendance of 95% or more. No on or off campus suspensions during the current or previous two weeks. No more than one mediation during the current or previous two weeks. No more than one discipline entry in ATLAS, our student management system, during the previous two weeks. All 3’s and 4’s on our Tioga Habits of Mind Report Card during the previous two weeks. 2/20/202 1 47

Fast Pass lunch outside 2/20/202 1 48

Just say no to fighting If you start a fight or willingly participate, you will be arrested. Fighting is against the law. If you have conflict with another person, see an adult on campus. We have counselors to help you mediate. #Drama Free Campus Tioga has our very own full-time police officer. He’s here to help you succeed by following the rules and the law. 2/20/202 1 49

task force Your Principal, Counselor, and Friendly Neighborhood Police Officer are going to visit your home and schedule meetings with your parents for the following: 1. Students not working in class. 2. Students failing classes 3. Students who refuse to follow school rules 4. Students who are disrespectful to teachers and staff WORK HARD, GET SMART, BE KIND! 2/20/202 1 50

rotating schedule We have a rotating schedule this year. What does that mean? Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday August 22 August 23 August 24 August 25 August 26 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 4 5 6 1 22/20/202 1 51 3

Be a Buddy not a BULLY AT Tioga: We will Not bully others (bullying can be verbal, physical, emotional social or cruelty) We will try to help students who are bullied We will try and include students who are left out If we know that somebody is being bullied, we will TELL and adult at School and an adult at home 2/20/202 1 52

clubs We have lots of clubs at Tioga that meet during the school day once per month. Some of our clubs also meet after school and during lunch. Not this kind of club…sorry This kind of club Some of our clubs include: Anime Club, Volleyball Club, etc. . 2/20/202 1 53

Fast Pass Activities August 22 -26 Tuesday - Music Wednesday - Popcorn and Water Thursday - Music Friday - female equality game with winner(s) getting gift cards 2/20/202 1 54

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Tardy Procedures Be in class before the late bell rings Lunch detention is assigned for being tardy Keep a voice level of 0 in line or in class to start each period If you are assigned lunch detention, quietly leave the classroom with the campus assistant 2/20/202 1 55

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Office Procedures Always be respectful of others Check in with the office staff as soon as you arrive You may use the phone after 3: 00 PM Sit quietly in the area assigned to wait 2/20/202 1 56

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Civility in the Halls Be respectful to people and property Treat guests on campus with respect, be polite Walk, never run Do not yell or scream Stay to the right when walking in hallways Do not use profanity on campus Be aware of your surroundings If you need help, seek out and adult immediately 2/20/202 1 57

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Civil Interactions with staff and School Pride Greet staff and visitors courtesy and civility Address adults by name and or title Use appropriate words Smile and say hello Be proud of your school 2/20/202 1 58

Fast Pass Every day… looking good mr Stanley 2/20/202 1 59

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Staff Parking Lot Procedures Stay out of the parking lot at all times unless accompanied by an adult Walk to school on the sidewalk outside the fence 2/20/202 1 60

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Bathroom Procedures Be clean, polite and quick Follow teacher procedures for a pass Leave your belongings in the classroom Go…Flush…. Wash…Leave 2/20/202 1 61

Snow Cone Friday 2/20/202 1 62

Snow Cone Friday 2/20/202 1 63

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Library Enter the library quietly and follow library rules Return books and materials on time Bring needed materials (books, ID card) Pay any overdue fines quickly Unreturned book fines must be paid before you are allowed to graduate from FUSD 2/20/202 1 64

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Computer Lab Walk appropriately in line with teacher Be in seat before the last bell rings No eating or drinking in the lab Use the internet appropriately 2/20/202 1 65

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Gym/PE Dress out every day and participate in class Sit in your assigned spot Be in the locker room before the tardy bell rings Enter the exit the gym in a quiet manner Never tease or taunt others 2/20/202 1 66

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Sexual Harassment and Bullying Keep your hands and feet to yourself Be polite and respectful to others Keep words and messages to others positive Report any instances of harassment or bullying to an adult on campus immediately 2/20/202 1 67

School Bus Procedures 2/20/202 1 68

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Bus Riding and Loading Line up quietly in a straight line Follow all bus rules Respect the bus driver Bud riding is a PRIVILEGE, not a right. You can be removed from riding the bus permanently if you misbehave! 2/20/202 1 69

School Bus Procedures Riding the bus is a privilege, “NOT A RIGHT!” 1 st Referral: Verbal Warning 2 nd Referral: Parent Phone Call 3 rd Referral: Suspension from bus Unless driver it is profanity to the bus 2/20/202 1 70

How to ride the bus correctly… While waiting for the bus, do not play in the street. Follow the instructions of the bus driver Do not block the center aisle of the bus Do not yell or scream at others inside and/or outside of the bus Do not eat on the bus Pick up all of your trash Sit facing forward Stay seated Always remember that riding the bus is a privilege! 2/20/202 1 71

s c i n o r t c e l E 2/20/202 1 72

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Electronic Devices Cell phone are not allowed on campus. Do not have your cell phone out during school hours 2/20/202 1 73

Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind! Electronic Devices Never use your phone to videotape another person without their permission Don’t let someone borrow your phone Never use your phone to spread rumors or talk negatively about others 2/20/202 1 74

Electronic Devices Cell phones, Earbuds/headphones should not be seen or heard in the classroom, the library or the front office. Speakers are not allowed on campus. (Only you should be able to hear your device. Electronics should not be heard anywhere on campus. Keep your phone safe; Tioga does not replace lost or stolen phones. 2/20/202 1 75

If your electronic device is seen or heard in class… Teacher will contact administration and the device will be placed in the office for student pick up after school (See Mrs. Ortiz) Teacher will contact administration to collect the device, parents will have to pick it up. Parents must pick up and conference with admin. 2/20/202 1 76

Attendance 2/20/202 1 77

Attendance/Tardies • Every period every day is a “tardy sweep” period. The 1 st bell rings at 8: 00 AM. Don’t be late. • School opens at 7: 30 for breakfast. • Your admittance to any dance will be dependent on your attendance 2/20/202 1 78

attendance Any student who is more than 30 minutes late to school will receive ELC. Students who receive an A 2 A letter for attendance will be removed from the privilege list. School ends at 2: 24 PM. All students must be off campus by 2: 30 unless they are in the ASP or in a sport. (Students who are not in ASP or sports, must be on the privilege list to attend games) 2/20/202 1 79

Discipline procedures 2/20/202 1 80

Always remember: Adults are in charge of the classroom! Always follow teacher directions Do not touch any adult on campus Do not touch any adult’s personal items Do not go behind a teacher’s desk Do not take items from a teacher’s desk that have been taken away 2/20/202 1 81

Extended Learning Center (ELC) What is it? After School Detention Assigned to students Goes from 2: 30 -3: 30 every day, except Thursday Students who cut, or walk out of ELC must return with a parent and still serve ELC and or be assigned FRIDAY SCHOOL 2/20/202 1 82

What’s the difference between ATS & OCS? ATS: Alternative to Suspension Administration assigns a student to Rm 55 with Mrs. Leonard for single periods For non-suspendable offenses. OCS: On-Campus Suspension Administration assigns a student to Rm 55 with Mrs. Leonard for 1 full day or more For suspendable offenses. 2/20/202 1 83

Conflicts If you are having problems with someone, you need to see an adult: Teacher, Staff, SE wing staff……ANYONE!! Taking matters into your own hands has consequences: Dropping backpack, intimidating, others: ATS/OCS Pushing others: Suspension or OCS Fights: suspension and probable citation and fine by the Fresno Police Dept. 2/20/202 1 84

Other important Information… 1. Keep your hands, feet and all objects to yourself. 2. While in the locker room, lock up all of your materials and do NOT share your combination with ANYONE! 3. Make sure you only bring school appropriate items to school. No pocket knifes, knives, tools such as hammers, no lighters, drugs, etc. 2/20/202 1 85

Adults are in Charge but are also here to help! 2/20/202 1 86