Welcome to LCMS THANKS Your teachers have donated

Welcome to LCMS

THANKS Your teachers have donated hours, money, items, etc. to improve your school. n They have volunteered to HOME VISIT, paint, landscape, etc. n They care about you and want you to have a wonderful year!!! n Talk to them if you need a friend. n

How to be SUCCESSFUL: Follow our Guidelines for Success Posters in classrooms & Common Areas n C-A-R-D-S n n n Cardinals with Character: Attentive: Follow expectations posted in your area; be aware of your surroundings; engage ONLY in your assigned task; Voice Level 0; listen to announcements Respectful: Follow staff directions the first time given; follow school rules; appropriate actions only; use items responsibly; treat others as you wish to be treated Diligent: Stay engaged with and persist in completing assigned tasks; give your best effort & respectfully encourage others to do the same; check our website Self-Reliant: Ask questions; self-advocate; keep a to-do-list & ensure you accomplish all items on it; set goals; use this agenda and your ILP (complete necessary items)

THE LEADER IN ME You will apply for SCHOOL level leadership n You will be assigned class level leadership based on your strengths n Follow the 8 Habits n

Cultivate the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People In your Agenda n Habit 8 takes you from Effective to GREAT: Find your voice and help others find theirs n Math Teachers will teach you directly n After that, ALL staff will focus on a habit each month n

Calling Home n Please leave a voice mail if no one answers

Story Of A Young Girl n n n n 1 st gr: Lowest Class; couldn’t read “MUST” 2 nd gr: Couldn’t write in Cursive; bullied by others 3 rd gr: Couldn’t Long Divide She thought others were QUICK & Smart Teachers MADE her work Mother got her up 1 hour early every morning; 1. 5 hours+ PM MS: She’ll OUT-WORK anyone and will not be intimidated!!! ENDED: Valedictorian of class; FREE college- UK Honor’s Program

Learning & Growing; Mistakes help learning n http: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=45 m. Mio. J 5 szc

School Climate n n n BELIEVE IN YOURSELF!!!!!! Hard work can get you anything. We are a FAMILY!!! SCHOOL PRIDE!!! Make your school reflect you (clean, quiet, kind, etc. ) & be HELPFUL to all visitors, etc. This will be the best Two Years of your life. Please wear college shirt on Thursdays School Spirit Days n Please wear red on every Friday and home game day

5 Dreams n n n 98% attendance NO office referrals (especially bullying & defiance) n Single file lines in hallway; quiet No D’s or F’s on report cards 1, 200 hours of Parent Involvement Improving data & compliments by presenters/field trip/bus drivers/SITE visitors/etc. LONG TERM: Blue Ribbon School!!!!

Award Ceremonies n Quarterly Awards Assemblies (ALL family members invited) n PLEASE INFORM us of your accomplishments Dates are on right of webpage, IC portal, etc. n n n November at 1: 16 PM in LCMS gym January at 1: 16 PM in LCMS gym April at 1: 16 PM in LCMS gym LAST DAY OF SCHOOL: in May at 9 AM for seventh graders and 10 AM for eighth graders in LCMS gym

Quarterly Reward Parties n n n n n Quarterly PTSO-Sponsored Goal Parties: 6 th, 7 th, &/or 8 th periods 6 th period: 98% or higher attendance for the quarter (12: 23 -1: 12) 7 th period: No grades below C on the quarter’s report card (1: 16 -2: 01) 8 th period: No discipline referrals entered into IC for the quarter (2: 05 -2: 50) Quarter 1: November Quarter 2: Jan. Quarter 3: April Quarter 4: Will be held for ONE FULL DAY at different times

Goal Parties n FULL DAY PARTY IN MAY: PTSO Sponsored Party for multiple student accomplishments n 1 st period: 98% or higher attendance for the 4 th quarter 2 nd period: No grades below C on the 4 th quarter’s report 3 rd period: No discipline referrals entered into IC for the 4 th quarter 4 th period: Goals, HW, and data completed in STUDENT AGENDA 5 th and 6 th periods: OUTSTANDING effort on the K-PREP and EXPLORE tests 7 th and 8 th periods: Student had at least one PARENT REVIEW the ILP n n n

Year-Long Reward Field Trip n YEARLY PTSO-Sponsored Field Trip for Students Meeting ALL goals for the ENTIRE School Year n n ? ? ? to a student-chosen destination Must go on a Saturday if you choose an amusement parkk

Arrival Procedures n n n n Students enter through front doors at 7: 15 AM if bus transported OR Cardinal Room if parent transported (please do not arrive earlier as there is no adult supervision until this time) Students may go to the gym to visit with friends; do not stop at locker They may go to the cafeteria to eat breakfast at 7: 25 AM. Students are tardy to school after 7: 52 AM. If you are assigned NB at LCMS, it begins at 7: 52 AM. Students must provide their own TRANSPORTATION. 7: 15 -7: 47 students may ONLY be in the cafeteria or gym (or with a TEACHER). This will be monitored and consequences if you don’t follow our procedures. If you have a D or F in any class, you will be in AM STUDY HALL and LUNCH STUDY HALL STUDENTS MUST BE SUPERVISED BY A CERTIFIED TEACHER AT ALL TIMES THEY ARE IN THIS BUILDING !!!

BUS NOTES & ATTENDANCE NOTES n When you arrive, if you have a note… n n n Go to front office and place note in appropriate folder Pick up signed bus notes between classes (after 3 rd period) Only 1 taken by phone in EMERGENCY

Reminders of morning & breakfast procedures: n n n n Parent drop offs and pick ups are at the Cardinal Room. Students may not go to their lockers when they arrive at school. They go straight to the gym. Students may go to morning study hall. ALL students must go to bfast and TAKE a tray with 3 items. If you don’t want to eat, get cereal and leave on share table. Students must wait in the gym until the teacher escorting you to breakfast arrives. This is usually Mrs. Walker or her substitute. Backpacks and belongings shall be left outside your first period classroom. You may NOT get in your locker. You may NOT go the restroom on the way to breakfast. You may leave the cafeteria, only when dismissed by the teacher on duty. Students may not linger in the gym or RR after breakfast is called; they are to go directly to breakfast. You may use the restroom and visit your locker after 7: 47; must have permission before that. Students in the gym may only go one-at-a-time to the restroom when given permission by the teacher on duty. They must remain seated if in the bleachers. They must have permission to leave the gym for any reason Students playing basketball must ALLOW ANYONE wishing to play. Only 6 balls may be out. No shots on or beyond the 3 -point line. No rough housing. If these rules are not followed, this privilege will be revoked. Hallway, bus, & cafeteria voice level is level 2 – only person beside you can hear you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dismissal Procedures n There will be two dismissal tones this year n n n n 2: 50 – First bus ONLY 2: 57 – Second bus, Parent Pick Ups, O-Zone, Athletes, Detention, etc. 3 rd bus to ROOM 10 Those exiting on wrong tone will be strictly disciplined – staff is monitoring!!! Adult supervision ends at 315 pm. Walkers, bikers, parent pick-ups, non-bus-transported students must leave immediately. Transportation arrangements must be made prior to the end of school. If you are assigned NB, you must leave LCMS at 2: 57 PM or disciplinary consequences will result.

2 rules Do as asked by adults the first time n Keep hands, feet, objects, and inappropriate comments to yourself n

DISCIPLINE no EC during time & no dances/activities for quarter n n MINOR Office Referral (may skip due to severity, past record, etc. ) n 1 st: Principal Calls Parent n 2 nd: AM/PM/Lunch Detention n 3 rd: 3 days AC (no EC until reinstated; + above) n 4 th: 5 days AC (no EC until reinstated; + above) n 5 th: 10 days AC (no EC until reinstated; + above) n 6 th: 15 days AC (no EC until rein; + above) n 7 th: 2 days suspension (no EC until rein) n 8 th: LCMS New Beginnings (YOU TRANSPORT) **NOTE: Bully, Defiance, Hit/Kick/Spit, etc. are auto AC **NOTE: Tobacco, etc. result in legal citations!!!!! MAJOR n Depending on severity (10 days detention, suspension, NB, charges and/or expulsion COULD be first)

Defiance and/or Disrespect n Automatic referral to AC n NOTE: AGENDA discipline & these rules may be changed throughout school year.

Riding in Car n n n Drive slowly & BE SAFE. Always wear seat belt!!! Be attentive to road and other drivers. No loud, vulgar music No honking horns unless emergency

New Lunch Procedures n n n 6 th graders eat during 5 th period; your teacher will take you and pick you up; times at bottom of master schedule online. 7 th and 8 th graders eat during 6 th period; we will announce on intercom. When bell sounds ending 5 th period, some 7 th/8 th grade go to lunch and ALL other students go to 6 th period and teacher will direct you to lunch. PLEASE BE well-behaved IN HALLWAYS PLEASE DO AS ANY ADULT REQUESTS!!!! Good behavior gets you more privileges and rewards. YOU SIT WHERE YOU WISH AT LUNCH as long as you behave. Voice Level at 2. Students may not change seats once seated. As soon as finish, take tray to dishwasher No competitive foods in cafeteria (Taco Bell, Coke, etc. ) Unpaid charges (not walk, alternative meal, etc. )

District Code of Acc. Behavior and Conduct n n n On-line or request hard copy Medical Excuse Form 3, 6, 9 tardies to school – parent must SIGN you in 3, 6, 9 absences to school You must turn in note within 3 days of return NO WALK at 8 th grade promotion/graduation OR ATTEND DANCES, EC EVENTS, ETC. if 10 or more UNEXCUSED EVENTS (tardies or absences)

LCMS Handbook Cell Phone policy n No Bandanas n No Gum n No Sunflower seeds n Take care of furniture – I bought Conference Table, etc. n

Cell Phone Policy n See agenda; it’s changed this year!!!! Parent picks up first time we take. They are all discipline referrals and cost you parties.

For Your Information: Your first period teacher will cover too n n n n n Sexual Harassment Bus Safety Pedestrian, Biker, Skateboarder Safety Driver, Passenger Safety Theft Protection HB 91 (Bully Law) Safety Drills, etc. Cyber. Bullying Awareness and Response, On-Line Behavior, Social Networking Sites, Chat Rooms Classrooms rules, procedures, syllabus

Attendance n n n n n Please call the day of any student absence to inform us Please read the handbook and district policies closely – only certain absences are excusable. On the first day the student returns, please send a note. In the note, include the student’s full name, reason for absence, dates of absence, and sign it. Only 3 days for parent note and STUDENT is responsible for getting to office before school or during class changes. Doctor’s notes must reach us by the end of the SCHOOL day on the first day of student return. After the 5 th absence, all must be doctor’s excuses. FALSE EXCUSES will result in severe discipline. New Medical Excuse form for doctor’s notes after 10. PICTURE ID to check out, conference, etc. Educational Enhancement (2 weeks prior, report, etc. )

Drama n He-Said, She-said, Rumors n Do not question students going through intense personal issues n Witness Statements and never tell anyone that you were a witness

Dress Code n n n n STAFF JUDGMENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Credit card above knee all around Credit card below neck No pj pants, no yoga pants, leggings, jeggings, tights, etc. may be worn unless a long shirt is worn over them that is at least finger length all the way around Clothing must fit properly, not overly tight nor overly baggy No piercing of body parts on any student except for ears No make-up, face/body painting, tattoos, hair color, or hair style that would be a distraction. No exposed shoulders, tummies, underwear, backs, or chests (no tanks, cut-outs) No holes that expose skin above the knee; no visible undergarments No overly large or overly tight garments; no bandanas Appropriate shoes; laced if have shoe laces NO HATS, no bandanas, berets, sunglasses, or headwear unless on special days No long chains or PJ pants No advertisements, offensive clothing, etc. See School Handbook and District Code of Conduct Please wear Red and Grey on Friday!!! College apparrel on Thursdays.

Safety n n n n Visitors always sign in at front desk and get badge Sign in or out ONLY in front office Only the front door is open to enter/exit. Students will not open side doors. Bully-Free Program (no joaning, no rumors, anonymous reporting via boxes around school, TEXT, CALL, test, etc. ). New POLICY!!! “JUST PLAYING” or JK is never an excuse at LCMS!!!!! In the event of a school-wide crisis, do NOT use phones (cell or land lines). We need open lines to notify parents who have injured children, etc. Inform your parents NOT to come to school (area needs to be accessible to emergency personnel). We will notify media, and they will keep parents updated. We will have a designated parent waiting area. Your teachers will cover fire, EQ, bomb, lock down, tornado procedures & we’ll have several drills. Many observers in room. Stay focused on lessons.

Bus Safety n n n Follow all bus rules Remain seated and quiet Minor Bus Discipline --- Riding bus is a privilege, not a right n n n First: Warning & call parents Second: 3 day bus suspension Third: 5 day bus suspension Fourth: 10 day bus suspension FIFTH: OFF BUS FOR THE YEAR!!! May be required to make restitution for damages.

Bullying n n n HB 91 Reporting Box outside counselor’s office & Hudd’s phone Not tolerated Discipline – you will be called in if reported as a bully (false reporters will be dealt with) Forms of bullying n n n n Physical (push, shove, bump, etc. ) Social Isolation!!!!!!!! Rumor Spreading Name calling, emotional hurt, etc. Cutting in line, rolling eyes, gestures, etc. Report – tell an adult Harassment Form and Grievance Procedure

Student Witnesses Guaranteed anonymous n Never admit you told n Written form n Please be honest so this school can be the best!!! n

Hall Passes n n n Hall Passes: IN Student Agenda/Planner; must be filled out in ink, etc. Destination indicated only. Must be to closest place. Must be quick. Must be your hall pass with YOUR name. Teachers do NOT have to let you out of their classroom unless you have doctor’s note!!!!!! Kept in agenda; lost agendas are $5 to replace. You will be disciplined if in the halls w/o hallpass or with someone else’s.

Other Items No cell phone use during school day – STRICT Disciplinary consequences. 2 nd offense will be permanent confiscation!!! n No exiting outside doors – will be disciplined like skipping n

School Fees n $ 35 n SBDM has policy about paying fees and walking at graduation. n If you have a fee waiver, you are exempt from school fees. However, if you damage something, you must pay to replace it.

Lockers n n n n n You will be issued a locker number and combination. Inform us immediately if anything is wrong with your locker (sticking, will not lock, etc. ) Return signed locker form for combination. YOU are responsible for EVERYTHING found in your locker. Do NOT share lockers with anyone. Do NOT give your combination to anyone!!! Do not disable your lock – prevent theft and vandalism. Do not bring valuables to school (money, cell phones, electronics, etc. ). Be careful with your items. WE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RECOVER STOLEN ITEMS!!! Report locker problems to custodian. Careful with decoration – only non-sticking, magnetic on INSIDE NOTHING ON OUTSIDE OF LOCKERS!!!!!!!!! Do not spray perfume. Do not touch magnets. Return at end of school year. Report if missing.

Medication n n Must be sent to school by parent in original container and a form must be on file that we can dispense. YOU MUST LIST OTC meds that we may give. This applies to over-the-counter (OTC) medication as well as prescription medication Must be picked up by parent on last day of school or we will dispose of it It is the student’s responsibility to report to the office to take the medication No one can take any type of medication unless it is dispensed through the front office

Forms n n n n Please keep address, phone, and e-mail updated so we can contact you in the event of an emergency We will have the ability to e-mail all parents (& you can check grades, discipline, & attendance on-line) Please keep list updated of all who have the right to check you out – must show picture ID Please complete all forms legibly, accurately, completely and keep us informed of changes Return to first period teacher. $5 fee if replace packet. Detention until all forms in!!!!!!!!

Student Accident Insurance n If you do not have medical/health insurance, PLEASE take out the school insurance!!! $? ? for 24 -hour coverage.

Discipline n n Please discuss LCMS Student Handbook and District Code of Acceptable Behavior with your parents Teachers will cover on first day of school Parent call and send referral home After School or Before School detention, restitution, loss of privilege, community service, detention, AC, NB, etc.

Discipline (continued) n n n Detention, Alternative Classroom (AC) is from 7: 50 -2: 50. Students in these may not attend any extracurricular activities of Livingston Schools. Their last day of service is included in this. Students who served time in AC may not attend reward activities (Dances, field trips, etc. ). Suspension has same rules. New Beginnings (NB) for minimum of 20 days. Court Charges – Beyond School Control, etc. Expulsion Chain of Command (teacher, principal, superintendent)

Homework Policy n n n I am available for PM tutoring for any student who does not have his/her HW or needs help. Student responsible for getting make-up work for excused absences & turning it in within the number of days missed We have DAILY AM and LUNCH tutoring. Ozone and websites PM tutoring by appointment

Rt. I or Enrichment Once you test out, you can pick another class that period n Benchmarks on goal pages in agenda n

Password Safety and Technology AUG n n n n Make sure to choose a unique password (not nicknames, girlfriends, etc. ) Do not share passwords or log-ons with anyone --- We must suspend technology privileges if you do – you are responsible for information sent on your e-mail account You cannot log on as someone else If inappropriate info is accessed/sent, you will be disciplined E-mail is for educational uses only Keep all numbers (lunch, etc. ) a secret Make sure to read the AUG carefully!!!! No 3 rd party emails; no bypassing Iprism; no changing computer defaults, etc.

PASSWORDS n Enter schedule, password, etc. on page 29 of your agenda IN PENCIL so you can change them if necessary

K-PREP Testing n n n 7 th and 8 th graders take K-PREP: Last 14 days of school Please avoid appts, trips prior to JUNE 10. Please be present. Those checking out during test may score zeroes. Those scoring proficient or distinguished will get incentives (free athletic passes, front of lunch line, district banquet, name/picture on wall, etc. ) Those giving great effort will get a treat. Regularly you need: Plenty of rest, liquids (especially water), healthy diet, etc.

Parent-Teacher-Student Organization n n PTSO sign up. My number one goal (1, 200 hours) this year is to get more parent involvement at LCMS (lunch & breakfast monitors, teacher helpers, classroom speakers, club sponsors, go-fors, etc. ) Grant and Parent Involvement Liaison to coordinate volunteer program Fundraisers for student incentives due to good grades, attendance, behavior, etc.

LOCKERS It is a Privilege n If cursing and other misbehaviors, lockers will be re-assigned n

SBDM Committees: Please join one of our committees – we need student and parent input n Council: One-year term, monthly meetings on 3 rd Wednesday at 3: 30 PM in Teacher Work Room, etc. n

SBDM Standing Committees n n n Several Committees We need parent & student members on each committee Sign-Up Committees write our school improvement plan (CSIP) Please complete surveys that they send home. It is data for our improvement. We will give incentives if you return a completed survey. Suggestion Box at visitor sign-in counter

Academics n n n If you have good grades, you get Honor Roll (name in paper, incentives, etc. ) and inducted into BETA club (field trip, service activities, looks good on college resume, etc. ) If you fail classes, you may repeat a grade. You will be put in AM and Lunch Study Hall, be pulled from electives to re-do work, etc. If you are having trouble, ALL teachers stay after school or come early for tutoring. Parents need to call and talk with the teacher or counselor.

Enrichment or Remediation APEX n Accelerated Math n Reading Plus n n Can use at home and school to catch up or exceed your grade level

GOALS Track these in your ILP n Also, track testing and set goals on applicable sheets in your LCMS Student Agenda n You will get to attend a party near end of school if you track HW, goals, and data in your student agenda. n

Mid-Term Progress Reports n n n Dates below are subject to change if we miss due to inclement weather Please contact us IMMEDIATELY if you are concerned or do not receive your copy These will be sent home with the student on: n n Sept. Nov. Feb. April

Report Cards n Report Cards are sent home with the students. Please call the school for a copy if your child does not bring it home. There is a $1 charge to print an extra copy. n n n n 1 st nine weeks ends: Oct. 1 st report card issued: Oct. 2 nd nine weeks ends: Dec. 2 nd report card issued: Jan. 3 rd nine weeks ends: March 3 rd report card issued: March 4 th nine weeks ends: May 4 th report card available: May

Parent-Teacher Conferences n n n Parents may call or e-mail the teacher to set up as SOON as they see a need (see school website to get e-mail address or planning time) You may call 270 -988 -3263 or e-mail the counselor to set up terrin. hayes@livingston. kyschools. us We are here to support you Parents may call to check on grades regularly Please be calm

College Readiness n n n n Bulletin Board by Homeroom (College & Career Readiness) Everyone with decent grades can go to college for FREE Community Service needs to be tracked --- Use your ILP Get involved in school (clubs, athletics, etc. ) Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) – parents must sign off yearly Avid scholarship searches at end of sophomore year (but some are out there for kindergarteners) – never pay for scholarship searches Apply for all – small scholarships ($250 -500) add up, many students will not write essays & 500 words is not that much KEES money (ALL begin earning in high school—up to $2500 per year four years of college) Affording Higher Education (book that lists county, state, college scholarships) www. kheaa. com under publications link www. fastweb. com (FREE national scholarship search) High School guidance counselor (knows all scholarships available) Annually parents complete FAFSA after file taxes www. fafsa. ed. gov/ must apply for pin number (site will explain and males must be registered for Selective Service) No one with a drug conviction can get financial aid for college Some loans are forgiven if you choose certain careers

LCMS Mission n n Mission: E 4 - Excellence… Every person… Every choice… Every moment Vision: At LCMS, our vision is for ALL students to become critical thinkers, lifelong learners, and productive members of society. Commitment: At LCMS, we are committed to teaching 21 st century skills and a curriculum aligned with state and national standards in a safe, caring, and inviting environment of quality instruction with integration of the arts, writing, and practical living career studies in the core curriculum of the middle school learning experience. Goal: At LCMS, our goal is proficiency and college/career readiness for ALL students. Belief: At LCMS, we believe: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. ALL students can learn at high levels. Communication, support, collaboration, and accountability between school, student, home, and community are essential for success. High academic, social, and character achievements of students and staff are expected. Offering an exciting, relevant, and rigorous curriculum will motivate students to learn. An understanding and respect for diversities are crucial to development. Every decision we make should be student-centered and based on data that reflects their changing needs and interests.

LCMS Counselor’s Services n n n Whole group classroom lessons Small group and individual counseling Academic, college, and career planning Assessment and monitoring of achievement Student/Parent/Teacher liaison Referral to outside agencies Building Assessment Coordinator ILP monitoring SE, 504, GT, ELL monitoring Scheduling Scholarship searches and college counseling

Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) n n n The new web-enabled Individual Learning Plan (ILP) helps secondary students (grades 6 -12) better focus their coursework on individual goals as they prepare for postsecondary studies and careers. The ILP helps parents and teachers provide every student with an informed plan for transitioning to the next level of learning and being ready to perform at a high level in a chosen career field. The ILP gives new relevance to what students learn in the classroom and provides more connectedness to the world that awaits them.

ILP Tentative Schedule n n n Students will work to complete online ILP components/activities in CCR ILP rotation. Student training first week during SS. Parent training. State Dept. of Education mandates an end of year Annual Review by Student, Teacher, and Parents will be informed of deadlines via email, print material sent home, and computer availability will be provided. ALL KENTUCKY STUDENTS MUST HAVE 100% COMPLETION and parent review to graduate from HS.

Steps To Improving Your Academic Performance n Monitor your attendance to ensure you attend school every day n Check your assignment book every night and think about academic progress; Ensure you have a quiet place to study and time to complete homework n Check to see that homework has been completed; Provide logical consequences when you do not complete assignments n Encourage yourself to attend AM or PM tutoring for additional help n Study before tests and quizzes; Provide incentives to yourself when you complete assignments and demonstrate achievement n Communicate with teachers via email firstname. lastname@livingston. kyschools. us or phone 270 -988 -3263 (website) Speak with your counselor and schedule a parent/teacher/student conference n

Athletes & EC Activities (clubs, band, etc. ) n n n I like to win with winners!!! You will be disciplined for your behavior on/off the court/field while on school sponsored time according to Code of Conduct and Handbook Teachers speaking with coaches Meeting with AD if technical, etc. Division 1 core requirements KHSAA regulations for grades Attendance policy

REMINDERS Students: Please remind your parents that we need your forms completed and returned. n Also, we have morning, lunch, and after school tutoring if you need it. Please ask a teacher for details. n

Lunch Detention n Please remember that absence notes are to be left in the office BEFORE first period begins on your first day back from the absence. You only have 3 days to turn these in. Bus notes are also due before school starts. You must turn these in to the office. Bus notes turned in after 1: 16 will NOT be approved. We have to have time to check these and sign, copy, etc. You are to pick up your bus note between classes. Please do not wait until the bus bell. Students in lunch detention report to the front of the line, request a disposable tray, and then go to Mr. Thompson’s room.

Help Needed n n n STAR testing: Please take your time and do your best on these tests as they determine if you’ll be in enrichment, Rt. I, advanced courses, etc. Plus, they help us design your learning so you can become college and career ready. Remember that you have as long as you wish on these tests. Please don’t forget to check in lost and found for articles you may have misplaced. Student Government elections are Sept 15. If you’re interested in being a school leader, please attend the student government meeting on club day

Be a Cardinal with Character Choose your friends wisely, that means avoid students who cause “drama” n Instead choose friends who can and will help you with school work and life in general, those that make right decisions, and “givers not takers”. n Help others respectfully n

HAVE n. A n Great n School n YEAR n