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2015-2016 Open House

oral Academy’s

Administration

Ms. Cuesta Principal

Ms. Simon Assistant Principal

Ms. Perez Lead Teacher

School Calendar

• Our school follows the MDCPS school calendar.

• In case of hurricanes or any other events that affect the school’s operations, we will adhere to the MDCPS calendar.

Bell Schedule Time A Day B Day

9:00-10:22 1/ HR 1/ HR

10:24-11:54 3 2

11:56-12:26 Lunch Lunch

12:28-1:58 5 4

2:00-3:30 7 6

Time A Day B Day

9:00-9:58 1 1

10:00-10:58 3 2

11-00-12:00 5 4

Early Release Schedule

Early Release Days Sept. 3, 2015 Oct. 8, 2015 Dec. 10, 2015 Feb. 4, 2016 March 17, 2016

Arrival • Car pool: 97th Avenue

• Parent Parking: 99th Ave / Carlos Albizu

University

• Car Pool: 97th Avenue

• $1.00 per minute after 3:45 p.m. • We highly encourage the after care

program to avoid this fee.

Late Pick Up

Dismissal

Uniform Policy School Uniform Information • Shirt: Navy blue or gray and embroidered with the school name and logo

Both logos are acceptable this school year.

Undershirts – (Optional) Blue or gray, tucked inside the pants.

• Pants/Bermuda Shorts: Khaki or navy blue

• Belt: Black only

• Shoes: Black shoes or black sneakers

• Sweater: Blue or gray school sweater only, no hoodies

• Hair: No unnatural colors, dreadlock or cornrows. Boy’s hair must not touch the

collar of their shirt, nor completely cover the ears.

• Jewelry / Accessories / Make-up: No head gear, no visible piercing except one

set of earrings. No buttons, tags or labels may be worn. No make-up.

• Jeans are limited to Fridays only ($1.00) along with club or class shirt.

Meet the Faculty Language Arts/ Reading/Drama

Ms. Wheeler

Guitar Mr. Alvarez

World History/ Civics/ Reading

Ms. Cardenas

Math / Dance Ms. Monteiro

Graphic Design & Photography

Ms. A. Rodriguez

Science / Robotics Ms. Bengochea

P.E. Mr. Montero

Intensive Math Ms. Miranda

Ms. Monteiro

Mathematics

Ms. Monteiro

•Graduated from Florida International University with a Bachelor of Science in Education.

•Teaching experience - 16 Years in Miami Dade County Schools System.

•Looking forward to being your child’s Math teacher.

Mathematics Course 1 & 2

• Ratios and Proportional Relationships

• The Number System

• Expressions and Equations

• Geometry

• Statistics and Probabilities

McGraw Hill-Florida Math CCSS Course 1 & 2

• Comprehensive Differentiated Instruction (on level, below level and advanced)

• Built-in Assessments and Intervention

• Lesson Tutorial Videos Online In Addition:

• 6th Advanced - McGraw Hill Course 1 & Holt McDougal Course 1

• 7th Advanced – McGraw Hill Course 2 & 3

***DIGITAL ACADEMY***

Contact Information

• Email Address: smonteiro@doralacademyes.org

• Website: www.doralacademy.org

Ms. Wheeler

Language Arts / Reading

Ms. Wheeler

• Graduated from King Alfred’s College with a BA/QTS Hons in Education

• Taught in UK for two years, North Carolina for two years and Miami for 13 years

6th & 7th Grade Language Arts

• Writing, writing, writing…author studies, projects, vocabulary, and current events/hot topics! Students will practice utilizing the stages of the writing process to write clear, coherent drafts and compositions throughout the school year.

• Springboard • Sadlier Grammar for Writing • Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop

6th Grade Reading

• Students will be provided with different strategies that will equip them with the tools that they will need to be successful readers. As readers, these sixth graders will experience more sophisticated works of literature for study and analysis in the classroom.

• Holt McDougal Literature • We will also be reading a variety of novels, short

stories, and poems in both Reading and Language Arts.

Contact Info

• Email: mwheeler@doralacademyes.org

• Website: www.doralacademy.org

Ms. Cardenas

World History / Civics

Graduated from Florida International University in 2009 with a B.A. in Psychology Graduated from NOVA in 2011 with a Masters in Educational Leadership

Ms. Cardenas

World History: My World History, Pearson Textbook Students will be exploring different cultures all around the world and the interaction between humans and the environment. We will focus on understanding how emerging societies are shaped by geography. Students will investigate the creation, expansion, and interaction of social structures. Civics: Civics Economic & Geography The course is designed to explore the branch of political science that deals with civic affairs and the rights and duties of citizens. We will focus on how the people play an active role in government and the importance each citizen contributes to society. Students will actively investigate local, state and national issues, read and participate in discussions, and develop informed arguments using a variety of writing forms.

Contact Information

• Email: mcardenas@doralacademyes.org

• Website:

www.doralacademy.org

Ms. Bengochea

Science

Ms. Bengochea

• Graduated from Barry University in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Education

• Teaching Experience: 8 years

6th Grade Science • Methods of Science: Science Processes, Science Tools • Earth Structures: Our Planet Earth, Weathering and Soil,

Erosion and Deposition • Earth Systems and Patterns: Earth’s Atmosphere, Weather,

Climate • Energy, Motion, and Forces: Energy and Energy

Transformations, Motion and Forces • Organization and Development of Organisms: Classifying

and Exploring Life, Cell Structures and Function, From Cell to Organism, Human Body Systems, Bacteria and Viruses, Protists and Fungi

- Text Book: Course 1 Science, Mc Graw Hill -

7th Grade Science • Methods of Science: Science Processes, Science Tools • Earth Structures: Earth’s Layers, Minerals and Rocks, Earth’s

History, Plate Tectonics, Earth Dynamics, Earthquakes and Volcanoes, Environmental Impacts

• Energy and Energy Transformations: Using Energy and Heat, Waves, Sound and Light

• Heredity and Reproduction: Reproduction of Organisms, Genetics

• Evolution and Interdependence of Organisms: The Environment and Change Over Time, Interactions of Living Things

- Text Book: Course 2 Science, Mc Graw Hill -

Contact Information

Email: jbengochea@doralacademyes.org

Website:

www.doralacademy.org

Academic Recovery

• Intensive Reading • Intensive Math

• Reflex Math • Math and Reading Study Hall

• I-Ready

Electives

THEATRE

Ms. Wheeler

DANCE

Ms. Monteiro

ROBOTICS

Ms. Bengochea

GRAPHIC DESIGN & PHOTOGRAPHY

Ms. A. Rodriguez

GUITAR

Mr. Alvarez

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Mr. Montero

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Theatre Ms. Wheeler

COURSE OUTLINE Students learn the basics of building a character through such activities as pantomime, improvisation, and effective speaking using articulation, projection, and breathing. Students also learn the importance of technical theatre and explore the use of such elements as costumes, props, and scenery. Students practice writing for the theatre and explore various theatre roles and functions. Public performances may serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students may be required to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom.

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Ms. Monteiro - Dance

• Dance History • Ballet Technique • Creative Movement • Contemporary • Broadway • Choreography • Performances (Formal and Informal)

- Uniform is MANDATORY -

YEAR OVERVIEW

1st Quarter

• Music Literacy, Chord Progressions, Instrument Care

2nd Quarter

• Musical Forms and Structures, Basic Melodies, Holiday Ensembles

3rd Quarter

• Expressive and Stylistic Characteristics, Guitar Technique, Solo Pieces

4th Quarter

• Concert Project, Final Solo Piece

*Quarterly topics are subject to change*

Mr. Alvarez - Guitar

Supplies For Students To Bring/Have For Class

• Pack of No. 2 Pencils (Sharpened)

• 1 Black Two Pocket Folder

• Line Paper In Folder

• Musical Staff Paper In Folder

• Please bring all materials during first week of school.

• Students will receive their first home learning assignment during the first week of school - due the second week of school.

• Middle School Chorus Interest Meeting for students in 6th-7th grade will be held after school during the first week of school. Exact date and time will be announced.

• If parents have any questions or concerns about the JAM Guitar Class, please feel free to email Mr. Alvarez.

Reminders

ROBOTICS Ms. Bengochea

Course Overview: Robotics is the specialized type of engineering that deals with the design, construction, operation, and application of robots. We will be using the Vex IQ platform, a system that was designed to be simple and easy for students to use.

VEX IQ Vex IQ Curriculum:

•Engages students in meaningful STEM education. • S – Science • T – Technology • E – Engineering • M – Mathematics

•Units of Instruction include (but not limited to): •Learning the importance of STEM in your future and concepts engineers use in their everyday work. •Learning all the components and parts of your robot. •Building and programming your robot. •Simple Machines & Motion •Chain Reactions •Smart Machines

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Graphic Design & Photography

Ms. A. Rodriguez Course Overview The Graphic Design & Photography course presents the students with an introduction to fundamentals of graphic design and photography. This course will allow middle school students to learn the basic skills and techniques using programs such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator suite to create multimedia art while incorporating history and process of commercial art.

Objectives: • The physical education program will allow the students to

participate in developmentally age appropriate physical activities.

• We will develop and reinforce cooperative behaviors.

• We will also teach the students how to establish life long fitness goals.

PE Uniform: • PE uniform t-shirts are mandatory and should be worn under their

school shirt.

Physical Education Mr. Montero

Athletic Program Carlos Bazail

cebazail@dadeschools.net

• Sports Offered • Try Outs

• Schedules will be available on Doral Academy Preparatory website once season begins

• Athletic Packet • Physical Form required prior to try out • Student Contract

• Athletic Fee • Varies from sport to sport

School Counselor Ms. Jimenez

• Character Education • Social, academic and emotional

concerns. • Individual and small group counseling • Attendance mjimenez@doralacademyes.org

Truancy

Tardy Policy: • Students who are not in their classroom at 9:00

a.m. will be marked tardy. • Any student who arrives late must report to the

receptionist for a late pass. • All tardies are unexcused. If a student exceeds 10

unexcused tardies, the student will be issued a referral.

• Students that are tardy are not eligible for perfect attendance certificates.

Excused Absences: • A note from a parent must be submitted to the homeroom

teacher within 48 hours upon return to school. • Absences of more than 5 consecutive days must be excused

with a doctor’s note. • What is considered an excused absence?

• Personal illness of the student. • Medical appointment with a note (parent note not

accepted). • Observance of a district approved religious holiday. • Death in the immediate family.

Truancy

Unexcused Absences: A referral will be issued to students who accumulate five unexcused absences. What is considered an excused absence?

• Vacations • Personal services • Illness of others.

Truancy

• Excused: When a student leaves early, parents must provide proof of a medical appointment within a 48 hour margin in order to be excused. • Unexcused: After 10 unexcused early dismissals the student will be issued a referral.

• No student shall be released within the final 30 minutes of the school day.

Early Dismissal

6th Grade Promotion Requirements

• If a student fails Language Arts and Math - automatic retention.

• If a student fails four of the seven courses -

automatic retention. • If a student fails Math with any other subject OR

Language Arts with any other subject, they are allowed to be promoted but MUST make up the credit.

7th Grade Promotion Requirements

• If a student fails Language Arts and Math - automatic retention.

• If a student fails four of the seven courses -

automatic retention. • If a student fails Math with Civics OR Language

Arts with Civics, automatic retention.

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School Activities & Clubs • JAM Website www.doralacademy.org

School Events School News Lunch Menu JAM online Store

• Clubs: Morning Announcements National Junior Honor Society Chorus Future Educators of America Yearbook Student Government Cheerleading

• Parent Volunteer Hours: 30 per family

Lunch Information Applications:

• Available the first week of school • Must be filled every year

Breakfast Schedule: • 8:00-8:30

Online Store Tutorial

1. Log on to our school website www.doralacademy.org and select school (DAC or JAM)

2. On the HOME PAGE, click on the tab STORE

3. In the ONLINE STORE WEBSITE select a school (DAC or JAM). 4. After selecting the school, you will see all options available (Agenda, Jean Day, Field Trips …). 5. After selecting the item/event, click ADD items to CART. 6. Then LOGIN or CREATE a NEW ACCOUNT. 7. After logging in you can see the items in your cart and proceed with the purchase (here you MUST SELECT A STUDENT) 8. If creating a new account, go to “items in your cart” and proceed with the purchase, but you will be prompted to add a student profile (FULL NAME & STUDENT ID) .Every item/event purchased must be linked to a student (Parents can have one account with more than one student profile.) *** The Online Store will NOT store your credit card information for security purposes.***

End of the Year Field Trip

• Destination: TBA • One day field trip • L1 clearance is required

Final Notes

• Students are required to purchase their own agendas.

• Welcome Packet - Read, sign and return forms – Friday, August 28th.

• Students have been assigned a locker.

• Issues dealing with specific subjects - Contact subject’s teacher.

• Homeroom Supplies - Homeroom Teacher

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