Transition to Middle School

Panel Discussion

Panel Shane Frank, Principal, Colina Kim Stephenson, Asst. Principal, Colina Antonio Castro, Principal, Los Cerritos Jason Klinger, Asst. Principal, Los Cerritos Juan Santos, Asst. Principal, Sequoia Shannon Martens, Counselor, Sequoia Steve Lepire, Principal, Redwood Shauna Ashmore, Asst. Principal, Redwood

Welcome to 6th Grade Parent Night

Presentation: Introduction of:

Middle School Philosophy 6th Grade Academic Program 6th Elective Opportunities and PE Curriculum Special Programs ASB and Student Clubs 6th Grade Activities (Socials, Dances, Trips) 6th Grade Teachers and Staff

Showcase Performance Groups (Band, Strings, Chorus, Dance) School Tours

Upcoming Parent Nights: Colina – December. 14, 2010 Los Cerritos – January 20, 2011 Sequoia – January 10, 2011 Redwood - January 25, 2011

Social – Emotional Considerations Spring Meetings / Events Orientation Welcome Assembly Coring of Classes Two Counselors Where to go for help

Special Programs and Opportunities to Develop Individuals Visual and Performing Arts Electives/Careers ASB and Clubs Physical Education Dances/Socials Boys & Girls Club

Curriculum 6th Grade Core Program

Math/Science/Health Four arithmetic operations, statistics, probability, reasoning Earth Science: structure, topography, energy, ecology Making good choices and making health a lifelong priority

Humanities: English/Social Studies Writing: literary response and analysis, vocabulary, research Ancient Civilizations and Religions Foundation for modern societies

Electives Expanding and enriching academic core curriculum

PE Knowledge and skills to participate confidently in a variety of

activities

Academic Transition

Integration from Multiple Elementary Sites In and out of district students

Hosting a Safe, Social and Academic Atmosphere Keeping 6th graders together through scheduling

Rigor and Challenge Clustering/Student Needs

Acceleration Challenge Support

Academic Enrichment & Interventions Enrichments

Academic Programs Visual and Performing Arts Programs Psycho-motor Programs

Interventions In-School Programs Extended School Day Programs