2017 Welcome to Maple Grove Middle School Presented by Maple Grove Middle School Counselors
Outcome of Presentation INTRODUCTION TO MGMS WHAT TO EXPECT AT MGMS REGISTRATION PROCESS QUESTIONS
WELCOME TO MAPLE GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL HOME OF MUSTANG PRIDE
Your Sixth Grade Support Team Ms. Mann, 6 th grade Asst. Principal Ms. McCormack, 6 th grade Counselor
MGMS Counselors: We are here to SUPPORT you! 6 th Grade Ms. McCormack 7 th Grade - Ms. Gerdts 8 th Grade Ms. Paquin Intern - Mr. Ekelund
The Role of the Counselor Individual Counseling Emotional/Social/Academic Small Group Counseling WE ARE HERE TO HELP!
Preparing for Middle School Moving up from elementary to middle school can be scary and exciting! Practice using combination locks for hall lockers. Develop and practice a good homework and study routine.
Three P s Prompt - On Time Prepared Ready to Learn Polite Respect yourself, Others, and Property
SOME MIDDLE SCHOOL TRANSITION CONCERNS GETTING TO CLASS ON TIME FINDING AND OPENING LOCKERS KEEPING ORGANIZED GETTING THROUGH THE HALLWAYS FINDING MY CLASSES! EARNING GOOD GRADES WILL I MAKE NEW FRIENDS?
Keys To Success in Middle School Attend school on time, every day Do your homework and study every night Go to an adult if you are having a problem or struggling. Treat others with respect Use a system to track homework Stay organized Build a Power Binder!
WHERE S MY CLASS?
Maple Grove Middle School Students will be in grade-level teams. Grade level teams consist of four teachers from different subjects areas plus the group of students they commonly teach. 6 th grade students will have exploratory courses in physical education, tech ed, art, and music. Daily advisory with career/college readiness, social-emotional learning skills, academic success skills, digital citizenship and enrichment activities.
Schedule School begins at 8:10 and ends at 2:40 There are no bells! Classes are around 53-54 minutes! Passing times are built into the class times. Teachers will dismiss you. Lunches are approximately 33 minutes. NO RECESS!
Grade Level Teams
DAILY ADVISORY HOW DO STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM ADVISORY? Stronger sense of belonging within the team and at school. Opportunities to talk in a safe environment about topics relevant to young adolescents. More personalized attention from teachers, with more focused attention to academic, social and emotional needs.
Required Electives Physical Education 6 (every other day) Music 6 ( Choose one of the following options: Introduction to Band, Band, Choir, Making Music, Introduction to Orchestra, Orchestra (every other day) Art 6 (every other day) Gateway to Technology (every other day)
Advisory 6th Grade Courses English/Language Arts Math Science (Physical) Social Studies (Minnesota Studies) Music Choice (every other day) Physical Education (every other day) Art (every other day) Tech Ed (every other day)
All middle school courses are yearlong courses. Some meet every day; others meet every other day. In sixth and seventh grade, the elective courses are designed to help students experience several different subjects so they can identify interests for further study in eighth grade and in high school.
Sample Daily Student Schedule Advisory English and Language Arts 6 Math Physical Science Minnesota Studies Lunch Music 6 Physical Education 6 Art 6 Gateway to Technology 6
ENGLISH 6 Students will develop and strengthen skills in writing, reading, speaking, listening and thinking. Students will study vocabulary and grammar. Students will analyze text to determine meaning.
MATH 6 Foundations of Algebra Positive an negative integers Rational numbers Algebra properties to solve problems Mean, median and range to display, interpret data and calculate probability. Ratio, measurement, scale translations and reflections
Pre-Algebra Topics from math strands such as measurement conversions, area, averages, and data displays are introduced in this course. Other topics include equations and functions, geometry, square roots, and probability.
Physical Science 6 Students will use the scientific inquiry to explain how materials, properties and humans impact engineering design. Students will have hands-on experiences with problem solving and learn about physical change, and force and motion.
Minnesota Studies 6 Students will expand their understanding of Minnesota history by exploring the geographical and historical developments in our state. Students will learn how individuals, groups, and events have shaped the state s history. They will analyze the interaction among the various cultures, emphasizing their contributions to society. Students will also learn basic concepts of government and personal finance.
Physical Education 6 This activity-based course is organized around the movement themes of body control, fitness, propelling, receiving and striking. The emphasis is on fundamentals, rules, strategies and individual fitness. High level of participation is expected Required to change into appropriate clothing Activities may include: basketball, soccer, volleyball, tennis, badminton, cooperative games, table tennis, fitness training, swimming and other indoor/outdoor activities.
ART 6 This class explores fun opportunities in 2D & 3D art Through hands-on activities - drawing, clay/pottery, painting, printmaking, digital art, calligraphy and collage. By the end of the course, students will have gained an understanding of the elements of art and principles of design.
Gateway to Technology 6 A hands-on, lab-based, Project Lead the Way course where students use a variety of tools as they learn about the design process to solve problems and understand the influence of creative and innovative design on our lives. Students learn and recognize the value of an engineering notebook to document and capture their ideas.
Music Choices Making Music 6- no prerequisite Choir Boys/Girls 6- no prerequisite Band 6- prerequisite Band 5 Intro to Band 6- no prerequisite Orchestra 6- Prerequisite Orchestra 5 Intro to Orchestra 6- no prerequisite
Band Choices Intro Band 6 Designed for students who did not take band in grade 5. These students will meet every other day and will be expected to perform at evening concerts during the year. Upon completion of this course, students would enroll in Band 7. Band 6 Prerequisite: Completion of Band 5. Students meet in class every other day. Student are required to perform in two evening concerts during the school year.
Intro to Orchestra 6 Intro to Orchestra 6 is a course designed for students who did not take orchestra in grade 5. Students will learn the beginning elements of playing an orchestra instrument. Students will meet every other day and will be Orchestra 6 Orchestra 6 Students meet in class every other day. Prerequisite: Completion of Orchestra 5. These students will perform in two evening concerts during the school year. Participation in these concerts is required.
Choir 6 Students who enjoy singing Every other day 2 evening concerts during the school year Participation in these concerts is required
Making Music What role does music play in our lives and in the lives of those around us? While learning the answer to these questions, students also experience making music in many ways. For students not participating in one the of the performance classes (choir, band or orchestra).
When making music selections students and parents should Understand the choices: the class focus and requirements Talk about your choices and agree on your decision. Ask the elementary music teacher if there are questions about which selection is appropriate for you. Changes requested during the school year are very difficult and sometimes impossible! If you decide NOT to play your instrument during the summer, contact the middle school to make a new selection!
ACTIVITIES AT MGMS Targeted Services: Volleyball, Speed and Strength, Basketball, and School Video Messages Musical, Drama, Yearbook, and Student Council. The SPOT program Listen to the Announcements and check the Webpage out!
Registration Form
Registration Information Sheet Available online on the MGMS Webpage: http://schools.district279.org/mgms/ Click on the google doc registration form link Complete both the online form and the hard copy Return the signed hard copy by the date that MGMS counselors visit your student s elementary school.
Registration Visit MGMS website and register using the Google Form. We ask that you complete this form as soon as possible! Student ID Numbers are found on student s registration form.
Maple Grove Middle School Elementary Registration Visits Basswood Elementary February 2nd Cedar Island Elementary February 3 rd Fair Oaks Elementary February 3 rd Oak View Elementary February 8 th Rice Lake Elementary February 1 st Rush Creek Elementary February 6 th Weaver Lake Elementary February 2nd
WEB (Where Everyone Belongs) WEB students receive leadership training so that they are equipped to welcome and serve as 8 th grade mentors to new students each year. WE are ready to welcome you to middle school next fall through a four hour orientation! Meet your WEB leader!
IMPORTANT DATES February REGISTRATION IS DUE on the date of Middle School Counselor Visit! April 17th - Parent/Student Orientation Night (7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.) August 21 st Web Orientation for student with Last Names A-K (8:00-12:00) August 22 nd Web Orientation for students with Last names L-Z (8:00-12:00)
Help from teachers Academic Support Academic Check-In s Learning Center (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). 2:50pm - 4:20pm
Opportunities, Partnership, and Support Opportunities: Announcements Partnership Support: Connect with teachers! Learning Center/Peer Tutors T/W/R StudentVue and ParentVue