MOVING ON

Welcome to Zion Heights JHS

The TRANSITIONfrom Grade 6 to 7

Guidance Program & Services DepartmentSuccess for all Learners

Zion Heights JHS Websitewww.tdsb.on.ca

http://schoolweb.tdsb.on.ca/zionheights/home.aspx

Grade 6 to 7Orientation

Thursday, June 11 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm

Grade 7September Letter

* will be sent home through Public School late June

What can I expect in grade What can I expect in grade 7?7?

Multiple teachers on a rotary system No recess break More homework Lockers/Locks ($... Dudley locks only) Planners ($) Co-Curricular Activities/Clubs Cafeteria/Lunchroom

What does Grade 7 look What does Grade 7 look like?like?

• Sample timetable

• School day/times

• School routines (planner)

• Specialized subject teachers

Grade 7 Sample Timetable

Regular Schedule Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4

Homeroom 8:52 - 8:58        

Period 1 9:00 - 9:49 French MathematicsMath & Tech /

Digital ArtsSocial Studies

(ISS)

Period 2 9:51 - 10:40 Physical Education EnglishVisual Arts /

Drama & DanceScience

Period 3 10:42 - 11:31Music

(Band or Strings)Social Studies

(ISS)French Mathematics

LUNCH 11:31 - 12:29        

Period 4 12:31 - 1:20 EnglishVisual Arts /

Drama & DanceScience Physical Education

Period 5 1:22 - 2:11Social Studies

(ISS)French Mathematics

Music (Band or Strings)

Period 6 2:13 - 3:02 Science Physical Education EnglishMath & Tech /

Digital Arts

Critical Path, Grades 1 - 8Critical Path, Grades 1 - 8

• Sept Curriculum Night

• Nov Progress ReportParent/Teacher Conferences

• Feb First Report CardParent/Teacher Conferences

• June Second Report Card

Academic SupportAcademic Support

• Remedial/Extra help

• Peer Tutoring

• English as a Second Language

• Special Education

Student Services & SupportStudent Services & Support

• Spec. Ed. Resources Teachers• Student Success Teacher• Guidance Counsellors• Social Worker and Psychologist• Settlement Workers

DisciplineDiscipline

• Safe Schools Policy

• Code of behaviour

• Dress code

Parent/Guardian Parent/Guardian ExpectationsExpectations

• To be treated with respect and dignity by all members of school community

• To receive regular communication from the school regarding student progress

• To be kept informed of school activities and initiatives

Parent/Guardian Parent/Guardian ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities

• To support school staff in maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment

• To ensure that students attend regularly and are prepared to learn

• To monitor child’s homework and progress

• To communicate regularly with school

Student Student ExpectationsExpectations

• To be treated with respect and dignity by all members of school community

• To learn in a safe and secure learning environment where individual differences are recognized and respected

Student Student ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities

• Show respect for self, others, and school

• Come to school ready and prepared to learn

• Follow school rules and take responsibility for own actions

Transition to Grade 7 at Zion

Questions?