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The Nokesville School

The Nokesville School. Middle School Information Session 6/5/2014. School Vision. A visionary community inspiring excellence. Mission/Guiding Principle.

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The Nokesville School

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  1. The Nokesville School Middle School Information Session 6/5/2014

  2. School Vision A visionary community inspiring excellence

  3. Mission/Guiding Principle • School Mission: Our primary objective is to ensure that all students receive a well-rounded education encompassing academics, life-skills, and social responsibility to prepare them to become successful, contributing members of society.

  4. Nokesville’s Essential Practices • In order to meet our guiding principle, we will: • Create engaging, differentiated instruction utilizing creativity, innovation, and technology to ensure that all students progress academically and gain essential 21st century skills. • Develop students’ higher order thinking skills through collaborative experiences that incorporate inquiry-based learning and hands-on opportunities with authentic real world content relevance. • Evolve teaching practices continuously through ongoing professional development and collegial partnerships. • Accept ownership of the success of all students by cultivating a positive, respectful classroom environment that promotes student self-worth and responsibility. • Establish and maintain positive collaborative relationships with all students, families, colleagues, and community members through on-going proactive communication and involvement in school events and other activities. • Contribute to the success of the team through constructive on-going communication, collaboration, curricular consistency, and common expectations.

  5. Middle School Schedule

  6. Middle School Encore • 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students will alternate P.E. with a music course during their encore block. Music options will consist of chorus, band, and orchestra.

  7. Middle School Exploratory • 6th grade exploratory classes(quarter length classes): FACS, Tech Ed., Art, Computer • 7th grade exploratory classes (quarter length classes): FACS, Tech Ed., Art, Career Investigations • 8th grade exploratory classes: Year length class – students choose one course: Spanish I, or two semester long classes(students choose two) Art, FACS, or Tech Ed.

  8. Schedule Exceptions • Students who need Geometry – Geometry will be provided through Brentsville High School. The class will take place at 7:20 to 8:10. After the class, students will come to Nokesville. • Students who took Spanish I or French I at their current school and need the second level in 8th grade – students will be able to take these courses at Brentsville as well at the same time. • Students who need more than one of the above: they will take Geometry at BDHS and will need to enroll in Virtual Virginia course • Students taking a course at BDHS will be able to have a study session course during the time the rest of the grade level would be doing the analogous activity. • For students who have taken Spanish IA in 6th grade: Those students would have an opportunity to enroll in Spanish I through Virtual Virginia. This course can be taken at home or during the time the rest of the grade level is doing an analogous activity. • The school counselor will need to know who would like to enroll in Virtual Virginia as she will need to register those students.

  9. Athletics • 8th grade collaboration with Brentsville Sports Program • Sports information session at Brentsville High School on June 11th starting at 2:15(see flyer)

  10. Dress Code and Code of Behavior • All students will need to adhere to the Prince William County Code of Behavior. • We have high expectations for student behavior at The Nokesville School. • We will utilize a positive behavior support plan and the Olweus Bullying program. • See handout for further information on the Dress Code.

  11. Supply List

  12. Afterschool Activities • We will have a variety of afterschool clubs and activities for middle school including Robotics, Student Council, and National Junior Honor Society. • Due to our large geographic size, activity buses will be limited.

  13. Placement • Placement decisions regarding Extended Language Arts and Extended Math will be determined by the Middle School Math and Language Arts Department Chairs.

  14. Lockers • All students will be assigned a locker. • It is essential that students memorize their locker number and combination and keep that information confidential. • Students will also have a P.E. locker.

  15. Frequently Asked Questions • Do we get recess? No. However, outdoor activities may be part of a class reward system. • How does 6th grade class work compare to 5th grade? • 6thgrade and middle school classroom standards are more demandingwith an increased level of rigor and difficulty. • Will I have homework every night? • Yes. Although we don’t give regular homework on weekends, some projects or study guides may be assigned over an extended period, to include weekends. Extended classes 6th through 8th grade should expect more homework. • Will my teachers tell me what my grades are? • No. You will need to use Parent Portal. Students will access this using their student ID number and birth date. Some teachers may require students to check this weekly.

  16. Frequently Asked Questions • How important is it to be organized and use my agenda? • Students who use their agendas and stay organized using their accordion folders generally do not have missing assignments. USE THEM! • I went on Parent Portal and saw that I have some NHI’s. What does that mean? • Not Handed In. You did not hand in an assignment that was collected by the teacher. Teachers have about 100 students’ work to grade and record. It is your responsibility to turn in assignments on time. • How long do I have to make up an assignment that is NHI? • Typically, late assignments drop 1 letter grade for each day they are late. Turn it in as soon as possible. Late assignments will not be accepted after one week.

  17. Frequently Asked Questions • It’s the end of the quarter and I have a C in ________________. I need to make a B so I won’t be grounded. Can I get extra credit? • In 6th grade, if you have missing assignments (NHI’s) you cannot receive extra credit. You need to complete and hand in the work that is assigned to you. If you do not have any missing work, your teacher may be able to provide extra credit as long as it is completed and turned in two days before the end of the grading period. In 7th and 8th grade, this will be determined by individual teachers. • I used to get all A’s and B’s in 4th and 5th grade. Will I get the same grades in middle school? • It is possible to make A’s and B’s in 6th grade. However, most students find that it requires much higher quality work and more dedication to schoolwork and study time to earn A’s and B’s. For subjective assignments, A-quality work is above average, exceptional work that shows significant time and effort. B’s reflect work that is standard, correctly completed work. Assignments based on percentages (such as quizzes and tests) are graded according to PWCS grading scale. Students entering 8th grade may see a decline in grades since the grading scale changes from letters to raw percentage.

  18. Frequently Asked Questions • Can I have my device (iPad, Nook, iPod, phone, etc.) with me in class? • You may NOT have your phone with you at any time during the day. Phones must be stored in backpacks, in the locker, and turned off. Other devices may be used in class IF the teacher needs you to use them. The teacher will tell you in advance if you need a device. Otherwise, DON’T BRING IT. • Can my electronic device be confiscated? • Yes. In accordance with the PWCS Bring Your Own Device [BYOD] Guidelines, any device may be confiscated if it is out at any time or any place during the school day. • How much time do I have between classes? • You will have about 2 to 3 minutes between classes. During that time you need to use the restroom or get materials you need for your next class from your locker.

  19. Frequently Asked Questions • What happens if I am late to class? • You will be marked Tardy, and your parents will get an automated phone call from school. • Excessive tardies will result in administrative action, including detention. • Can I sit where I want at lunch? • Yes, as long as it is at your designated grade-level table.

  20. Upcoming Dates • August 18th at 6:00pm – Ribbon Cutting and Dedication • The Week of August 18th – School tours conducted • August 29th 1:00pm – 3:00pm Middle School Open House • September 2nd First Day of School • September 15th 6:30: Middle School Back To School Night

  21. Meet the Staff • Meet our upcoming middle school staff. • Math Placement: Mr. O’Connell • Language Arts Placement: Mrs. Lund • Student Scheduling: Mrs. Shaver • General Questions: Mr. Worcester and Mr. Brunson

  22. Thank you for coming out tonight! • We look forward to having you all join us for our inaugural year at The Nokesville School.

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