Welcome to South Middle School Falcons South Middle

Welcome to South Middle School! Falcons South Middle School Connect- Discover- Succeed We thank you for coming!

Falcons South Middle School Let’s Talk About… ü ü Who we are Classes next year The fun activities waiting for your child How you can help your child be ready to Connect, Discover, & Succeed

Falcons South Middle School SMS Administration Mrs. Dianna Zeegers Principal Mr. Eric Gonyea Associate Principal Mr. Reed Pecha Dean of Students

Falcons South Middle School “Campaign for Success” South Middle School’s Positive Behavioral Intervention & Supports (PBIS) System. Respectful, Responsible, & Ready Expected behaviors are taught Acknowledge positive behavior Recognize & celebrate achievements

Falcons South Middle School The Student Services Team Mr. Mike Polzer School Counselor Mrs. Roberta Kostka School Counselor Mrs. Kayla Rick School Counselor Ms. Amy Quasnick School Psychologist Ms. Angie Axelrod School Psychologist Mrs. Ann Meyer Secretary

Falcons South Middle School Day 1 & Day 2 Classes Your child will have a different class every other day. § One day, your child will have physical education § The other day, your child will have band, chorus, or orchestra

Falcons South Middle School Semester Classes Each semester, your child will either have: § Technology Integration (Computer Application) § Art

Falcons South Middle School Counselor Visits Montessori May 14 (10: 00 am) Meadowview Elementary May 14 (1: 00 pm) Manz Elementary May 13 (1: 35 pm) Flynn Elementary May 13 (10: 15) Robbins Elementary May 15 (10 am)

Falcons South Middle School Academic Supports There are many supports in place to help your child succeed! Amazing Teacher Support Resource Support Study Club Blugold Beginnings Boys & Girls Club Academic Interventions Assignment Notebook Skyward And more…

Falcons South Middle School AVID is not just another program. At its heart, AVID is a philosophy. § It holds students accountable to the highest standards! § It provides academic and social support so students rise to the challenge! “Advancement Via Individual Determination”

Falcons South Middle School Binder System South Middle School students will use a binder system. This binder system is our way to help your child stay organized. q 3 inch 3 ring folder – buy 2 q Each class will use a different color divider. q NO POCKET DIVEDERS OR FOLDERS q Unit notes will be placed behind the divider. q Binders will be cleaned out at the end of a unit.

Falcons South Middle School Binder System Informational video https: //vimeo. com/296668223

Falcons South Middle School i. Pads Your child will be provided an i. Pad for 6 th grade. Here a few things we will share with your child about their i. Pad: § The i. Pad stays at school § The i. Pad is an educational tool § The i. Pad is a privilege and not a toy § Misuse of the i. Pad will result in consequences

Grade Orientation Falcons South Middle School th 6 Wednesday, August 28, 2019 5: 30 -7: 30 pm For parents and 6 th grade students Meet the teachers & staff Walk through schedules Visit classrooms Put supplies in locker Get school picture taken Complete any paperwork and fees

Grade First 2 Days Falcons South Middle School th 6 Tuesday & Wednesday September 3 -4, 2019 Meet classmates Meet the teachers & staff Walk through schedules Practice opening lockers Visit classrooms Walk through cafeteria procedures Team building exercises

The South Falcon Advisory Council (SFAC) is comprised of a Falcons South Middle School Falcon Advisory group of South parents who meet once per month. The primary goal of the SFAC is to open dialogue about strengthening the home-school connection to improve the educational experience for all students. Each month the group meets to discuss current issues in the district and school. We also generate ways that we can involve families and meet needs that exist in our school. SFAC provides important insight for our school improvement process and helps the school achieve its goals.

Falcons South Middle School Extra-Curricular Activities South Middle School will have many opportunities for your child: Cross Country School Play Forensics Student Council MATHCOUNTS Builders Club Odyssey of the Mind Science Fair Ski Trips Variety Show

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Falcons South Middle School What Can Your Family Do Now? To get ready for middle school, please encourage your child to: Continue reading a variety of books Practice time management skills Work on organizational skills Participate in the summer library program Participate in a Summer School program Use online math games to work on skills

Falcons South Middle School Questions? Please Ask! q Ask now q Contact administration, school counselor, teacher, or other staff q Check out South Middle School’s website for attending!!