6th Grade Orientation
Date:
Tuesday, August 22nd
Orientation: Summer
Purpose: To bring incoming 6th graders together to learn more about how the middle school works and offerings available to them.
Grouping: Student groups lead by 8th Graders (Leaders of Tomorrow)
Staggered groups of approximately 6 students in a group
15 groups would be present at a time.
Stations to include: Gym/Cafe
Canvas
Counseling & Dean of Students
Handbook / Counseling services / Social Worker
SRO
Clubs & Athletics
Transportation/Food Service
6th Grade Team (Content Areas)/Arts Dept (PE, Woodshop, Choir & Band, Electives)
Itinerary:
10:45 - 11:00 Students Drop off to Cafeteria
11:00 - 11:30 Student Check in, Name Tag, Lunch
11:30 - 11:40 Welcome - Principal
11:40 - 11:50 Agenda Explanation
11:50 - 12:00 Break up into Groups - Mentor Assignments - Ice Breaker
12:00 - 2:00 Students participate in group rotations:
2:00 - 2:30 Quick 3-2-1 Share out with Mentors and practice lockers and schedule again
2:30 - Dismissal
More Info:
Important Handouts to give to families:
Upcoming School Year Calendar
Athletic Physical Forms and list of providers
Names of Clubs and contact person as well as required forms
Names of Fall Athletic coaches and their contact information
Food Service forms and special dietary request
Transportation forms
PBIS Matrix
Handbook Form to sign
Future / Alternative Opportunities: (Brief description - 5 minutes)
VanBuren Tech Center
Dual Enrollment & Middle College
LMC - SMC
WAY High School