Want to be a 7 th grader? Gene Pike Middle School 2016-2017
Success in 7 th grade Success in middle school involves much more that just good grades! Use a Planner or calendar Stay organized Turn in assignments and homework on time Attend tutorials when needed View online grades daily or weekly Talk to your teachers, ask questions, communicate your needs Maintain a well-rounded schedule which includes extracurricular activities
7 th Grade Schedule 8 periods 1 Math, 1 Science, 1 Social Studies 2 Sections of LA Physical Education (Athletics, Tennis, or PE) 2 Electives *** Each class is 45 minutes *** ~ 4 minutes for passing period~
High School Career Plans
Academies by Campus Academy of Biomedical Sciences (ABS ) @ Byron Nelson High School Academy of Media Arts and Technology (AMAT ) @ Northwest High School Academy of Business Management & Entrepreneurship (BME ) @ Eaton H S Aviation Academy @ Eaton HS Collegiate Academy @ Steele Accelerated High School Cosmetology Academy @ Steele Accelerated High School Culinary Arts & Hospitality Academy @ Byron Nelson High School Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM ) @ Northwest High School
What is an ENDORSEMENT? A coherent sequence of electives in a specific area of interest. It s like declaring a major. These electives may be taken through an academy or through a specified Career Pathway. All students will choose an endorsement.
There are FIVE Endorsements STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Public Services- Health Sciences, Education Business and Industry- Agriculture, Audio/Visual Technology, Culinary Arts, Business Management Arts and Humanities- Fine Arts, Language Multidisciplinary Studies- General
What does this mean for a 7 th grader? Grades and Pre-Ap classes matter if you want to get into an academy. Some students apply for an academy and only a certain number of students are accepted. Everyone chooses an endorsement in 8 th grade. Consider all of your likes, dislikes, strengths and weaknesses.
Choices for 7 th Grade Core Classes Math Pre-AP or On-level (Choose Pre-Ap if you are in Pre-Ap in 6 th grade) Language Arts G/T (for identified GT students), Pre-AP, or standard Science Pre-AP or standard Social Studies Pre-AP or standard
Pre AP or Regular What s the difference?? Pre-AP moves at a more rapid pace and involves more in-depth classwork Pre-AP and On Level classes cover the same material (Math is the only exception) Pre-AP prepares students for the AP track in high school
How Pre-AP courses should you take? Consider Your academic strengths Teacher, parent, and/or counselor input Reviewing past grades and test performances Personal goals Extra-curricular activities Most importantly your motivation, effort, & attitude!
Pre-Ap Classes Keep in mind: Pre-AP is not for everyone It is college preparatory and helps prepare students for Advanced Placement classes in High School. Standard and Pre-AP classes teach the same TEKS or objectives (With the exception of math which teaches more objectives in a given year)
Physical Education (Must Choose 1): Athletics- Requires a completed physical and athletic packet. Students must maintain a passing grade each 6-weeks to participate. Tennis- Requires a complete physical and athletic packet. Physical Education Required for all students not in Athletics or Tennis.
Choose 2 Electives: - Band - Orchestra - Choir - Art Foundations - Theater Arts - Skills for Living/Consumer Science - Teen Leadership - Media - Intro. to Spanish - Career Portals - AVID
Registration Forms Core
Electives: Physical Education 7 th graders MUST choose one Physical Education class. Athletics and Tennis require a physical from the doctor and require passing grades to participate in games.
Electives: # from 1 to 6 with 1 being your first choice and 2 being your second Electives: Your choice