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A- 90 -100 B- 80 -89 C- 70 - 79 D- 69 - 65 F – Below 65 All courses are graded. Math, Language Arts, Social Studies, Science Languages- French, Mandarin, Spanish Fine Arts- Chorus, Drama , Art Health, and Band Physical Education Syllabi for core courses can be found on the Classroom website. Please consider that during the final week of any quarter many assessments are due.

• In Physical Education the Lausanne Middle school students will: • Participate in a variety of sports and activities in a supportive environment while building a strong, healthy and active body. This will ensure an increase in confidence and competence in movement. • For any questions or concerns please contact one of the following • Teachers: • Pamela Pointer ppointer@lausanneschool. com Lesa Mears lmears@lausanneschool. com Kenneth White kwhite@lausanneschool. com Christopher Jordan cjordan@lausanneschool. com Marcia Mohundro mmohundro@lausanneschool. com Be graded for daily preparation and participation Attend Physical Education class 5 days a week They are required to have the following each day: • Gold PE Shirt and Blue PE shorts(purchased at the Lynx Store) • Approved athletic footwear

Ms. Ying Zhang Mrs. Rosario French- The purpose of this course is to introduce and to foster appreciation of French language and culture to beginning students. Several cultural events (la chandeleur, la fête des rois, mardi gras, le poisson d’avril, etc…) will be celebrated in class as well. Mr. Savage Mandarin: China is the third biggest country and has the largest population (over 1. 3 billion) in the world. It is also a multi-ethnic and multi-religions country. China has a long history of civilization and cultural background. The development of China in past decades is amazing. The job market for speaking Chinese language is expanding, and your kids will have a good future to learn Chinese language. The program will try to communicate in Chinese other than English, will gain knowledge and understanding of Chinese cultures, and will make connections of the values, attitudes, and beliefs between America and Chinese contemporary societies, and will develop insight into nature of language and culture. Spanish-Learning a foreign language can be the beginning of a new mindset and a new way of looking at the world. In 5 th grade we begin to explore the Spanish language in depth by developing our second language skills but also by discussing many aspects of the Hispanic culture.

Chorus-5 th/6 th Grade Chorus meets every Wednesday during Block 7. The chorus will perform at our two primary concerts in December and May as well as convocations and events throughout the year. Choir members are eligible to audition for regional and state honor choirs. Art-This course will cultivate the artist, explore art history, investigate the art of historical cultures, master new art skills, exercise the creative spirit and have a wonderful time doing all of this. Band- This course introduces a beginning instrumentalist to instrument study through guided selection of instrument, assembly, care, tone production, theory skills and practice, rehearsal, and performance skills. Instructor is on a beginning level for the instrumentalist who has minimal or no experience. Students will present two public performances as well as participate in the West Tennessee Solo and Ensemble Music Festivals. Drama- In drama students will be exploring the “Origins of Theatre” through storytelling, stage movement, and character analysis! Health- Using the National Health Education Standards, Health classes provide a foundation for health skill development. Our weekly course overview involves Current Event topics with a writing component, on-line learning centers, workbook, note-taking, discussion, group activities, and laptop activities. Music-Music 5 is beginning an exciting new adventure in music literacy this year-Ukulele band! We will be learning the elements of music by learning to play and sing along with our new class set of Kala Soprano Ukes. We will also continue to build our skills in listening and writing about music with observational exercises like the listening walk or mystery music days.

Assistant Head of Middle School Learning Specialist Kim Davis

Krissi Smith The counseling program consists of classroom guidance lessons with emphasis on personal / social skills, problem solving, academia, and career awareness and exploration. Small groups are also available based on students' needs. Topics may vary from time management to test anxiety. Any faculty member or parent can refer a student they feel could benefit from individual or small group work. Students are also welcome to self-refer. The counselor works collaboratively with the teachers and learning specialists to ensure an optimal learning experience for each student. In addition, the counseling program supports parents and teachers during conferences while maintaining the role of student advocate.

Elizabeth Kirschner ekirschner@lausanneschool. com 474 - 1004

Lendenwood Connects students both within and across grade levels via a common identity, cause and activity House competitions promote a healthy sense of school spirit, students establish connections with each other Provides leadership opportunities through positions on our House Council Monmouth Cottingham Massey

Victory Ranch Biz. Town Overnight trip Volunteers Needed April 27 -28 May 6 Birthdays- Please send only individual store bought treats containing no PEANUTS , PEANUT PRODUCTS OR MADE IN A FACILITY THAT MAY HAVE HAD PEANUTS. Please bring to the student’s advisor during zero hour. There should be no party invitations handed out at school unless each fifth grade student receives one. Please do not bring individual gifts for other students nor pick up only some students at school for a party.

CUBA SPRING BREAK 2016!! The middle school is going to CUBA next year for Spring Break 2016! Parents are welcome to go as well. For those interested in the trip of a lifetime we will have an informational meeting during MEET THE PARENTS night on August 26. The meeting will be held shortly after grade level presentations in the Alumni Dining Hall. To find out more information beforehand please visit the following website or contact Joshua Savage: http: //www. explorica. com/Savage-3349 jsavage@lausanneschool. com

Starts at 7: 30 am Students should come to early room just as soon as they are on campus, so that we know they are here. Then they can tell the teacher if they need to be elsewhere. Students can use the 7: 30 -8: 30 time period for going to tech, reviewing of current curriculum or attending special events or classes. Students can’t be in the Blue Heron Café unless they are with a parent.

! e r a n e r child If your child plans to go home with another child or if there any changes to dismissal for your child, please send a note or email to the advisor that morning or contact Elizabeth Kirschner in the Middle School office for any last minute changes. Please be sure to sign your child in and out if you are taking your child in and out of school during the day. Students not picked up in carpool for any reason (sports, clubs or etc. ) will be in aftercare.

These children are our fifth grade children. We are guiding them not only through their academics but through their life experiences. We hope to handle all of their concerns here in the fifth grade, but if a child’s behavior becomes excessive, if an unacceptable behavior becomes repetitive or little effort is shown by the student to improve or correct that inappropriate behavior, then he or she will be referred to the Student Support Team.

Thursday, September 10 th @ 6: 00 in Alumni Dining Hall Please bring your child’s computer and earbuds or headphones. You should also know your child’s password to log in to their computer. http: //fifthgraderules 2015. weebly. com/

Middle School Homework Room Begins Tuesday, September 8 4: 00 - 5: 00 M, T, W, TH Please log onto My Back Pack to sign up under Aftercare.

We are here for you. Please contact us if you have concerns. If those are academic concerns, email or call the teacher of that subject matter. For anything else, call or email your student's advisor.