Jefferson Middle School 27900 Rockwood St. Clair Shores, MI 48081 LAKEVIEW PUBLIC SCHOOLS Mission Statement  Jefferson Middle School uses effective instructional strategies and an interactive, integrated curriculum so that students meet or exceed course expectations. We build partnership with families and the community, and provide a network of support services that promote a safe, responsible, and respectful environment. Personal Experiences     Joslyn Brennan-Blue, 6th Grader Luke Hyde, 7th Grader Tessa Lau, 8th Grader Mrs. Wilczak, Parent High School Graduation Requirements English 4.0 Credits Math 4.0 Credits Science 3.0 Credits Social Studies 3.0 Credits Physical Ed. 1.0 Credit Health/Nutri. 1.0 Credit Arts (Vis, Prf, Apl) 1.0 Credit World Language 1.0 Credit Required 18.0 Credits Electives 14.0 Credits Total 28/32.0 Credits JMS students begin fulfilling Their first year of a two year world language requirement during their 8th grade year. All 8th graders take Algebra 1 and Earth Science, both high school courses. Curriculum Resources  www.lakeview.misd.net     Staff Staff directory Staff members are listed alphabetically Click on the classroom website links  www.corestandards.org   Resources Understanding the Common Core   A New Foundation for Student Success www.michigan.gov/mde   GLCEs HSCEs Elective Offerings Performing Arts • Drama (6-8) • Vocal Music (6-8) • Music Exploration (6-8) • Band (6-8) • Orchestra (6-8) Visual Arts • Intro to Art (6) • Arts & Culture (6) • 2-Dimensional Design (7-8) • 3-Dimensional Art Sculpture(7-8) • 3-Dimensional Art Ceramics (7-8) Technology/Industrial Arts • Computer Literacy (6-8) • Web Design (6-8) • Technology Lab (6-8) • Studio Skills (6-8) • Video Production (6-8) • Skills for Adolescence (6-8) • Graphic Design (7-8) • Applied Tech (6) • Woodworking (7-8) • Exploring Tech (7-8) • Industrial Tech (7-8) Core Extensions • Patriot Publications (6-8) • Project Science (7-8) • Inventions/Marketing (6-8) • Physical Education (8) (required 6 & 7) Reaching All Learners  Remediation      8th hour ASAP RiT Level Math Classes Language! Morning Homework Help Other opportunities from teachers  Accelerated Opportunities  Accelerated      Math Language Arts Social Studies Science See p. 13 in the course selection book Accelerated, Remediation, Interventionists, and 8th Hour ASAP Classes     14-15 Accelerated opportunities include; ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies 8th hour ASAP opportunities include: ELA & Math Study Skills classes for ELA (replace electives) Interventionists   MEAP, NWEA, Explore, and grades are used for placement A rubric and teacher recommendations are used to differentiate placement of students into the program Zeroes Aren’t Permitted  When a child is given a homework assignment and fails to complete the assignment by the given due date the student will be “ZAPPED”. The student will be given a ZAP form to take home along with the incomplete assignment.  This gives students one last chance to complete the assignment before actually being ZAPPED. The student is to:  Complete the assignment  Have their parent/guardian sign the ZAP form  Return both the assignment and ZAP form to the ZAP basket in the main office BEFORE 8:00 A.M. the next day. ZAP continued   If ANY of the above do not happen, the student will receive a pass to their T2R class and will report to the cafeteria where they will complete the assignment and then read their T2R book silently. If the assignment is not completed at the end of the hour, they will take it home and turn it in to the ZAP basket the next morning, or they will be ZAPPED once again. If a child continues to be ZAPPED:  Parent/Guardian will be contacted  Parent/Guardian will meet with administration  Detentions and/or ISS will be assigned Time to Read- T2R    25 minutes of sustained silent reading 12-15 minutes of JMS TV During the 2014-2015 school year students will have the opportunity to read or to complete/get help with work during T2R STUDENT SERVICES Programs      Individual and small group counseling Educational support groups Parent education and counseling; referrals to community resources Mentoring Proactive Programs     Yellow Ribbon (suicide prevention) Diversity Awareness Red Ribbon (substance abuse prevention) Anti-Bullying STUDENT SERVICES   Classroom Presentationsth grade: Study Skills  6 th grade: Conflict Resolution & Anti Bullying  7 th grade: Decision Making/ Goal Setting  8 th th th grades Career Explorations  6 , 7 , and 8 Standardized Tests:    MEAP ACT – Explore NWEA PBIS JMS Boot Camp   First week of school 2014-2015 All students will learn, practice, and demonstrate expected behaviors in the following areas:   Positive Behaviors Literacy and Studying Strategies      Reading Strategies Writing Strategies Math Strategies Technology Attributes of Successful Students Progress!  How have academics and behaviors changed as a result of our efforts?   MEAP ACT 7th Grade Local Comparable-Charters 2012-13 MEAP 65 60 59 Reading Percent Proficient 55 50 47 45 45 45 40 36 35 35 30 25 Lakeview Global Prep Reach District/School Great Oaks Eaton Conner Creek 7th Grade Local Comparable-Charters 2012-13 MEAP 35 31 30 28 Percent Proficient 25 Mathematics 24 20 19 19 15 10 5 5 0 Lakeview Great Oaks Global Prep District/School Reach Conner Creek Eaton 8th Grade Local Comparable 2012-13 MEAP 75 68 65 Reading 68 63 59 58 58 57 56 55 49 45 39 35 25 15 35 8th Grade Local Comparable 2012-13 MEAP 35 32 Mathematics 30 25 20 15 24 23 23 22 22 19 15 12 12 10 7 5 Spring 2013 Explore Results for the Class of 2017 National Average th JMS 8 Graders Class of 2017 ELA Math Reading Science Composite 15.2 15.9 15 16.8 15.9 15.7 15.9 15.2 17.2 16.2 Cohort Growth Per Test from Spring 2012-2013 for the Class of 2017 Class of 2017 Growth from 2012 to 2013 ELA Math Reading Science Composite 2.4 1.6 1.7 1.4 1.9 Extended Opportunities    Kidz Korner (latch key)  Paid service  6:30 am-7:53 am  2:51 pm- 6:00 pm Power Start (breakfast)  Paid service  7:30 am-7:53 am Morning Homework Help  Free  Two to three teachers volunteering  M-F  Media Center  7:15 am- 7:53 am JMS Athletic Teams, Clubs, and Organizations ATHLETIC TEAMS – 7TH & 8TH Grades Fall Football (no tryouts) Girls’ Volleyball (tryouts) Cheerleading (tryouts) Cross Country (no tryouts) Winter Spring Girls’ Basketball (tryouts) CLUBS  MITES  Jazz Band  Sports Reporters  Triathlon  Strato Club  Drawing Boys’ Basketball (tryouts)  Shores Network for Action and Prevention Wrestling (no tryouts)  Patriots with Pride Track (co-ed, no tryouts)  French Club Swimming (no tryouts)  Spanish Club “Action is the foundational key to all success.” Pablo Picasso  Workout Club  Robotics Club  Friends of Rachel  Girls on Track JMS Athletic Teams, Clubs, and Organizations  ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES        National Junior Honor Society Student Government Spelling Bee Geography Bee School Parties Band, Orchestra, and Choir Performances HOPE Fund  SUPPORT SERVICES         Tips/Seminars for Successful Parenting Health Information Classes Educational Support Groups Mentoring Program 8th Hour A.S.A.P. A.M. Homework Help Latch Key Breakfast Parental Involvement                8th Grade Washington D.C. Trip Chaperones Athletic Event Supervision Coffee Talks Meet the Teacher Night Parent Meeting - Human Sexual Development/Reproduction courses Parent Teacher Conferences School Parties School Spelling Bee Superintendent’s Forums /Task Forces Athletic Event Concessions Girls’ & Boys’ Lock-in Market Day New Student Orientation PTSO Barbecue Lunch PTSO Meetings Parent Teacher Organization Parental Involvement "STUDENTS WITH INVOLVED PARENTS ARE MORE LIKELY TO:      Earn higher grades and test scores, and enroll in higher-level programs; Be promoted, pass their classes, and earn credits; Attend school regularly; Have better social skills, show improved behavior, and adapt well to school; and Graduate and go on to postsecondary education" (Henderson & Mapp, 2002).  Parent Participation    Check PowerSchool regularly Check Staff Websites regularly JMS Workshops Specifically for Parents       Washington D.C. trip chaperone training Superintendent’s Forums Coffee Talks PTSO Meetings Anti-bullying Special Education Questions   Feel free to address any of us with questions you have regarding the educational opportunities JMS has available for your child(ren) David Lavender, Principal  586-445-4130  [email protected] All students can and must learn! GO PATRIOTS!