Incoming 6th Grade Parent

NightCourse Selection Information & Walkabout

Welcome to WCJH Principal

o Kerri Finnesand Assistant Principals

o Greg Krauso Kelly Stroudo Tanya Carrejoo Jose Colorado

Counselorso Jodi Darceyo Amanda Robinsono Tanya Marshallo Jessie Clay

Elementary to JH Differences School Hours 7:30-2:35 No recess NO MORE STRAIGHT LINES More responsibilities and privileges New friends and interests Open lunch room seating

6th Grade Schedule 7 classes- ~45 minutes in length 30 minute lunch 5 minute passing period between classes 5 core classes (English, Reading, Math, Science,

Social Studies) 1 elective P.E.

Types of classes Academic Pre-Advanced Placement (PreAP)- prepares for Pre

AP and AP classes in high school Gifted & Talented- must already be identified and

in Challenge for GT classeso Not a pullout program like in elementary, GT students

are combined with PreAP

Academic Classes Instruction and learning is at grade level Prepares students for college and post-secondary

education Provides more time for repetition

PreAp Classes Designed to challenge motivated, independent

and organized students who have strong class management skills

Prepares students for Pre AP and AP courses in high school

Moves at a faster pace Requires more independent learning More homework

PreAP Math 5th grade – approx. 60 objectives 6th grade Academic – approx. 64 objectives 6th grade PreAP – over 90 objectives with some

being 7th grade objectives Pre-AP level of instruction will focus on

preparation for taking Algebra I in 8th grade.

What Kids Say About PreAP & GT Math

Need to enjoy math a lot and like to learn You will learn something new everyday so you

better be used to going fast You better know your basic math facts and know

them well Expect homework everyday

Exiting PreAP Classes Student/parent request Automatic exit – failure to maintain a 70

Core Classes English * Reading* *(English & Reading blocked together) Math (Pre AP covers 6th and ½ 7th curr.) Science Social Studies

Electives Band Orchestra Choir Theatre Art

Supply Fees required for all electives

PE Both boys and girls (separate gyms) Graded class – must attend everyday Dress out in uniforms (laundering fee) Lockers in gyms No Athletics (competitive sports) in 6th Grade

Reading and Math Lab STAAR scores Will replace the elective or PE State mandated intervention

Typical SchedulePeriod Subject Room #

1 English 2118

2 Reading 2118

3 Science 2117

4 Band Band Hall

5 Math 2120

6 P.E. Gym

6a Lunch Cafeteria

7 Social Studies 2122

Cafeteria Respectful dining room etiquette Open seating Hot tray, Snack Bar/Pizza Bar Must stay seated and keep area clean Secondary lunch prices: $2.25 Secondary breakfast prices: $1.00

WoodCreek Junior High School 6TH GRADE COURSE REQUEST WORKSHEET 2011-2012

Student Name: Last First

Parent E-Mail

Parent/Guardian Name: Last First Home Phone #

Mailing Address Street City Zip

Parent/Guardian Work Phone # Parent/Guardian Cell Phone # Current Elementary School Birth Date

DIRECTIONS: The following courses should be selected: English, reading, math, social studies, science, P.E., and one elective. Check the desired course request. Alternate electives should be included in the event a course has insufficient enrollment or the student schedule will not accommodate a particular elective choice. Student and parent/guardian signatures confirm that all course guidelines have been reviewed and course selections have been made based upon the student’s individual strengths, interests, and commitment. NOTE: Final placement into courses is contingent upon campus approval. *GT placement requires the student to have met specific KISD screening criteria.

REQUIRED COURSES:

ENGLISH ______J602 English 6 ______J604 PreAP English 6 ______G604 GT English 6* READING ______J607 Reading 6 ______J609 PreAP Reading 6 ______G609 GT Reading 6* MATHEMATICS _____J611 Math 6 _____J612 PreAP Math 6 _____G612 GT Math 6*

SOCIAL STUDIES _____J620 Social Studies 6 _____J622 PreAP Social Studies 6 _____G622 GT Social Studies 6*

SCIENCE _____J630 Science 6 _____J632 PreAP Science 6 _____G632 GT Science 6*

PHYSICAL EDUCATION _____J680 Boys’ P.E. _____J681 Girls’ P.E. J688 Lunch J695 Advisory *All GT courses are based on PreAP curriculum, differentiated for GT students. Students selecting GT courses must have been screened and meet the GT criteria.

ELECTIVE COURSES: Elective change requests made after the last day of the school year will be considered on a space available basis only. Please be advised that students must choose alternate elective choices in case of scheduling conflicts with first choice. ______J660 Beginning Band [Director will contact student regarding Instrument assignment] ______J667 Girls’ Choir ______J668 Boys’ Choir ______J653 Beginning Orchestra [Director will contact student regarding Instrument assignment] ______J650 Art (year long course) ______J648 Theater Arts (year long course) If a student does not pass the first administration of the 5th Grade Reading or Math TAKS, the student will be enrolled in Math Block or Reading Improvement in place of his/her elective. Other students with minimum or missing TAKS test scores may also be considered for placement into such classes. CHOOSE TWO ALTERNATE ELECTIVES: 1. _________________ 2.______________________ To confirm that all course guidelines and selections have been reviewed, please sign below. _____________________________________________ Student Signature _____________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: PLACEMENT INTO THE COURSES LISTED BELOW ARES BASED UPON MEETING SPECIFIC CRITERIA AND WILL BE DETERMINED BY THE CAMPUS. Placement for Special Education students determined by ARD committee _____J691 Fundamental English _____J692 Fundamental Reading _____J693 Fundamental Math Placement required for students who did not pass the TAKS and/or based upon documented reading or math levels _____J605 Reading Improvement _____J608 Math Lab

Campus Message: Parent Night Program- Tues, Feb. 1, 6-7 PM A-L Presentation in Commons M-Z Elective Fair in Gym 7-8 PM M-Z Presentation in Commons A-L Elective Fair in Gym

Course Selection Sheet

Course Selection Sheet Legal first and last name Level of core classes (Aca., PreAP, GT) (Reading and English blocked) 1 Elective 2 Alternates Parent & student signature needed Return course selection worksheet to your homeroom

teacher by due date printed on worksheet

Schedule Changes in 2015-16 Balancing classes School growth Requests for changes

Home Access Center Enews My Payments Plus Grades Attendance Teacher contact information

Upcoming Events TNT

o Timberwolves In Training o Student Orientation

WOWo Wolves Organizing Wolves – o Schedule Pick Up Dayo Supplies

Wowapalooza Open House

What’s Next Course Verification Sheet

o Elective alternates are important o Instructions on how to make changeso FINAL OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A CHANGE