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FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT

Welcome to Franklin Middle School's Back to School Night! Join us as we discuss curriculum, grade policies, instructional expectations, and more. Learn about our faculty, PTOS, district referendum, and the importance of middle school success in college and career readiness. Discover the courses and instructional labs offered at FMS and get tips for supporting academic skills and behaviors at home. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with our staff and stay involved in your child's education.

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FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT

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  1. FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT WELCOME FAMILIES “Knights Shine with Pride!”

  2. Preparing OurFranklin Middle School Students Building the Foundation for High School and Beyond

  3. Administrative Staff Mr. RaShawn M. Adams, Principal Mrs. Nikkii Tatum, Vice Principal Mr. Ammon Barksdale, Vice Principal Mrs. Debra Osman, Dean of Students Mr. Chester Smith, Dean of Students Ms. Katherine LaBirt, CODA

  4. TONIGHT’S AGENDA • Introduction of FMS Administrative Team • Mr. Nicholas DiMeglio - District Referendum • Mrs. Ardaman Singh - FMS PTSO • Mrs. Francis – FMS “Mixed Bag” Fundraiser • Mr. Adams – Closing Remarks

  5. FMS Faculty The FMS Faculty will be located in the following hallways: 100 - Social Studies Auditorium – Dance Class 200 - Science 300 - World Language 400 - Language Arts and Mathematics 500 - Health and Physical Education/FVPA 300/500 - Related Arts

  6. Guidance Counselors Mrs. Quiyon Peters, Students Last Name: A-G Mrs. Precious Acolatse, Students Last Name: H-Pa Mr. Aaron Kleinman, Students Last Name: Pe-Z Mrs. Valerie Northey, Student Assistant Coordinator

  7. Child Study Team Members • Cathryn Bellezza – Psychologist A – Ca (7th grade) & A – Gale (8th grade) • Lois Cody - Psychologist Ch – Kan (7th grade) & Gall – Jos (8th grade) • Ellen Rousseau – Learning Consultant Kar – Pon (7th grade) & La – Tow (8th grade)  • Mary-Jo Matinho - Social Worker Pre – Z (7th grade) & Tu – Z (8th grade) • Rosemarie Kiser - Speech

  8. Franklin Middle School’s Expectations To ensure that all middle school students attain the knowledge and skills to be prepared for their future. Here is what you can expect the staff to discuss with you

  9. Tonight’s Plan Meet the Classroom Teachers a. Information regarding curriculum b. Grade Policy c. Classroom instructional expectations Instructional Lab Teachers: In Classrooms a. School Wide Program b. Language Arts and Mathematics PTSO Membership Drive District Referendum Administration- Available for questions

  10. What the research says… Middle school is a defining point forstudents in the college and career readiness process. Source: The Forgotten Middle: Ensuring that All Students Are On Target For College and Career Readiness Before High School, ACT, 2008.

  11. High School Readiness Middle School Success Academic Skills College and Career Readiness Academic Behaviors

  12. Academic Skills

  13. What the research says… The level of academic achievement that students attain by eighth grade has a larger impact on their college and career readiness than anything that happens academically in high school. Source: The Forgotten Middle: Ensuring that All Students Are On Target For College and Career Readiness Before High School, ACT, 2008.

  14. Courses Franklin Middle School Students Take English Physical Ed Reading World Language Art Mathematics Health Science Social Studies Instructional Lab Challenges Forward Science Electives History

  15. Instructional Lab: Language Arts and Mathematics • Additional Instructional Opportunity in Language Arts and Mathematics • This is NOT “Study Hall” • Rotating Schedule A-C (A), B-D(B) Days with World Language • Pass/Fail Class this year • Marking period rotation

  16. Sample Instruction Lab Class

  17. Finding the Balance Course Rigor Course Success 65 % Course Placement 25 % 10 %

  18. Supporting Academics Tips for Parents • Stay involved in your child’s education. • Attend parent conferences. • Stay aware of your child’s homework and school demands. • Attend school events. • Try to connect outside experiences to school learning to increase interest and relevance.

  19. Supporting Academic Behaviors Tips for Parents • Ensure that your child has the materials and place to study at home. • Set a regular time for homework. • Encourage your child to be responsible for chores and homework. • Provide your child with a range of experiences to allow him/her to identify areas of strength. • Talk to your child.

  20. Academic Behaviors

  21. What the research says… The earlier a student develops important academically related behaviors, the more likely these behaviors are to become a habit. Source: The Forgotten Middle: Ensuring that All Students Are On Target For College and Career Readiness Before High School, ACT, 2008.

  22. Positive Relationships Academic Discipline Academic Behaviors Orderly Behavior Attendance

  23. Supporting Academic Behaviors • PBSIS--Positive Behavior Support in Schools • Knight Tokens & Positive Behavior Referrals • Quarterly PBSIS Assemblies • Raffles • Games & Activities • Pep Rallies • Court-Yard • School Store • Student Lounge (Coming Soon)

  24. Thank You! Questions? Please contact Us: School: 732-249-6410 ext. 201 Virtual Backpack: All important documents are located on the FMS Webpage

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