welcome 6 th grade parents 2015 parent academy hosted by melanie thomas/jan karwowski
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Welcome 6th Grade Parents
2015 PARENT ACADEMY
HOSTED BY
MELANIE THOMAS/JAN KARWOWSKI
Where to Get Information
First Day Packets going home 1st day
Campus Website
Canvas- This will be our primary information application for students/teachers. Students will have access on Aug. 24th and parents will have observer rights starting Sept. 11th.
Google Doc. Homework page will be available until Dec. 18th, 2015. It will be deleted after the 18th as Canvas will take over as our primary application.
E-News/Phone Outs- Please double check your email addresses on HAC.
Home Access Center
Katy ISD APP for phones and devices
Remind 101
Lockers All students will have a bottom locker located in the 6th grade hallway.
The lockers should be pretty close to the student’s advisory class
Students may decorate the inside of their locker but they can’t use glue or anything permanent.
Magnets, and overstuffing the locker can cause it to jam
If a student cannot open their locker Get an adult to assist. (all teachers have locker keys)
Forms outside the counselor office can be filled out for us to check your locker
If broken, students will be issued a new one or it will be fixed
Locker combinations are on the top corner of the student’s schedule
Students may come in 8-10 on August 21st with their parents to place items in their locker.
Schedules
Schedules are passed out today and another copy will be distributed Monday morning in the girls gym(6th grade holding area)
Problems with schedule such as missing or a duplicate classes. Teachers will hand out schedule change forms to students. Students will need to complete the form and hand it in to one
of their teachers. Follow current schedule until changes can be made, the
counselor will meet with you once your schedule has been changed.
We do not offer schedule changes to a different teacher
Discipline District Policy and guidelines
Outlined in the KISD Discipline Management Plan and Student Code of Conduct Handbook
Approved by the school board
Based on Texas Education Code
Student Guidelines Will be discussed with students during an advisory assembly.
Classroom Discipline Guidelines Will be discussed with students during Bobcat camp with advisory teachers
Covered as part of classroom procedures with teachers during first week
Dress Code Please dress appropriately for Junior High
What is cute/short in elementary school may not be appropriate for Junior High
Boys and Girls: No hats, bandanas, or head coverings (unless for religious
purposes)
Frayed clothing
Objectionable subject manner
Wallet chains
Pajamas, sleepwear, or slippers
Shoes with wheels on the bottom
Jeans with holes above mid-thigh
Unusual colored hair and piercings (other than ears) are not allowed
Dress Code Girls
No running shorts
Skirts, shorts, and dresses should be no higher than mid-thigh
No strapless tops, or see-through material with just undergarments showing
No bare midriff
No tank tops and camisoles with straps less than one inch in width
Pants may be made of spandex or form fitting material but must be covered by long shirt, skirt, or shorts which extend past mid-thigh
Boys No undershirts or boxer shorts (as outside layer of clothing)
No sagging pants
No tank tops with large side openings
Lunch Students have option of bring or purchasing lunch
Tray lunch available at either hot line
Snacks, a-la carte, optional tray meal available at snack lines
Meal payments can be made several different ways Cafeteria manager
Home Access Center May take 24-48 hours for it to process through
Bring money or check from home
Students may sit any where for lunch
Occasionally will have assigned tables to meet other students
Students with good behavior will have the option of sitting outside at picnic tables
If students do not have lunch money Speak with Counselor or Assistant Principal at lunch
Tutorials and After School Academy Tutorials:
All Teaching Teams Offer Tutorials several days a week (M-Th) Students may receive tutoring from a teacher different than they have in
class
Schedule available on teacher’s web pages/wikis and will be given to students in class
Tutoring available during advisory on some days
Students are encouraged to self-advocate with teachers for tutoring opportunities.
After School Academy: Will begin during the 2nd six weeks on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Students are selected based on teacher recommendations and grades
After school from 2:40-4:20
Bussing is provided to all students participating in ASA
Parents will be notified and permission forms send home for students selected.
Technology BYOD
Students may bring their own devices to school (Kindle, IPAD, Nook, phone)
Students are responsible for keeping equipment safe. Please set up Find My Phone AP on the Apple Devices.
Students must adhere to the Responsible Use Guidelines concerning devices and phones
Cell Phones Students may use cell phone during the following times only:
Before and after school
During lunch (when not being addressed by an adult)
Hallway between classes
In class at the direction of AND with the permission of the teacher
Technology Students can be disciplined for improper use of phones and
devices Head Phones are not allowed on campus. Students may use ear
buds (only in one ear) Teachers may pick up a phone from a student
Will be returned to student at end of parent or
Referred to the assistant principal Principal may go through students phone with student present
No pictures, video, or recordings may be taken of anyone during the school day
The School is not responsible for breakage, theft, or damage of phone
Technology Please check your students phone on a regular, random basis!!!
Snap chat
Ask.fm
I-funny
Kik
Vine
Ignore no more (this one is for parents)
Children need oversight and accountability to use technology correctly
Cyber-Bullying may occur without proper oversight
Bullying Taken very seriously here at MMJH Bullying vs Mean Behavior:
Bullying is mean behavior that is repeated often and over a period of time.
Mean behavior is a random comment or act of unkindness Number of interventions/programs in place
No Place for Hate Safety Net/Hero Net Counselor Activities/Small Group Counseling Rachel’s Challenge
Advice from Parents who have been there…..
Don’t worry! Everything is going to work out.
Help your student adjust but let them take ownership of their responsibilities with classes and friendships.
If they are experiencing problems with other students, tell them to talk to the counselor, teacher, or principal for help with the situation.
Be involved. Join our awesome PTA. Junior high is a transitional time and children need to see parents at school and know that they support the school
Engage your children. Ask them about their day. It makes a difference for them to know that you are genuinely interested
Encourage them to get involved in club and activities.
CHECK THEIR PHONES!!
The Katy ISD APP will give you quick access to your students grades and assignments.
Requests When picking up your student from an event, ballgame, or tutorials
please be on time Let your student self advocate with their teachers. Follow up after
your student attempts to work it out themselves. Please follow the chain of command. If you have an issue with a
teacher, please try and resolve with the teacher first. Get the counselor or assistant principal involved if there is not a resolution
Junior high is a time for students to stretch their wings, make mistakes, and begin learning how to be a successful young person and adult. Allow them that opportunity.
Follow the rules and locations for dropping off, picking up students, and parking. It is for everyone’s safety.
Requests Please contact the teachers to let them know your child’s needs or
background. Please contact teachers if something is going on at home that might
impact a students behavior or emotional well being at school. We don’t need to know everything (unless you think it is important), but a
heads up is always nice.
Please follow the chain of command. If you have an issue with a teacher, please try and resolve with the teacher first. Get the counselor or assistant principal involved if there is not a resolution.
My contact information: Melanie Thomas-6th grade Assistant Principal [email protected] Office Number: 281-237-8012