fairview school “soar with eagles”

Fairview School “Soar with Eagles”

Information NightPurpose

Introductions

Demographics

Programs

Transitions

Transportation

Transfers

Self-guided tours

Transition Process• Provide information

• Provide methods for continued communication

• Familiarize parent and student with Fairview School

Staff

Demographic Information

School Information

Population

760 students

5: 173 TLC

6: 162 352

7: 175

8: 175 Fr. Imm.

9: 75 408

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Program information

Fairview First

All students are first a student of Fairview School Communication is a

shared responsibility Respect for all

members of the community

Central Purpose is Learning

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Programs Offered

French Immersion Grades 5 to 9

Traditional Learning Centre Grades 5 to 9

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Program Information

Core CoursesMath, Science, Social Studies,

Language Arts, Physical Education

ComplementaryArt, Computer Literacy, Drama, Foods, Industrial Arts, Multi-media, Music (Band & Choral), Outdoor Ed. Sewing

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French Immersion Information

SubjectsTaught in French :

Math, Science, Social Studies, French Language Arts,

Taught in English:

English Language Arts, Complimentary* PE*

* Grade 5 & 6 receive French instruction in Drama, Art and PE

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Traditional Learning Centre Information

SubjectsMath, Science, Social Studies, P.E. English Language Arts, French as Second Language, Character Education, Music (Band), Complementary

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Traditional Learning Centre Information

Additional information

Accelerated academic program

Direct instruction

Students dress in uniform

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Middle School Transition

Physical, Social/Emotional Changes in Your Child

Physical awkwardness caused by growth Self esteem, self confidence Sensitivity to appearance Heightened sense of self awareness Sense of belonging No longer “the oldest and biggest”…now the “youngest and the

smallest”

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Notable Differences

Bigger facility

More teachers

Longer classes

Varying breaks

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Academic Expectations

Increase in

workload

Language Studies

Fine Arts and Music

Career and

Technology

Physical Education

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New items

Bussed students Different reporting periods Parent-Teacher Interviews Gym strip Dress policy Cafeteria services Increased opportunities for extra-curricular activities

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Supporting Your Child

Regular time and place for homework Encourage them to assume more responsibility for

assigned work and due dates (D2L, Home Logic) Let them have independence… Listen Communicate regularly…Engage your child!

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Transportation

Transportation & Eligibility

Walk Zone

Bus Eligible Immersion and TLCCongregated StopsLunch Room Fees

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Transportation & Eligibility

Continuing Immersion Sam Livingston - Grade 4 Sundance - Grade 6 (S.E)

TLC Le Roi Daniels - Grade 4

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Transfers to Fairview

Transfer- In Process

TLC (new applicants)

CBE

• Current teacher recommendation

• Designate school signature

Non-CBEFeb, 28th deadline

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Transfer- In Process

Fr. Immersion Continuing - grade 5 or 6 from

Sundance Late immersion Non CBE student

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Self - Guided Tours

Familiarize yourself with the variety and scope of course and program offerings.

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