Download - Grade 5 Parent Welcome Evening
Tuesday, October 1, 20137:00 p.m.
Presented by: John McNamara, Principal
Paul Romanelli, Assistant Principal
Erica Craig, Guidance Counselor
Grade 5 Parent Welcome Evening
About This EveningStarted last year…..Opportunity to ask questions and express
concernsSome topics to discuss: MAP, Guidance,
Music, Extra Help, Clubs, and things to start to think about
Middle School Advisory ProgramM.A.P.What is it?What does it look like?Why does my child say they do not do
anything in MAP?BenefitsWhat if I have concerns about MAP?
Whom do I call if I have a question?:
GuidanceRole of the guidance counselorWhen should I call the counselor?How can my child see the guidance
counselor?
Whom do I call if I have a question?:
Whom do I call if I have a question?:434-3308
Classroom issues…………TeacherEmotional, Personal……..Ms. CraigBehavioral Issues…...Teacher, Mr.
RomanelliHealth Issues………….Mrs. Hashmall Attendance Issues……..Mrs. O’Leary/Ms.
Knight, Attendance ClericalsTeam Conferences…..Ms. CraigAcademic Issues……Teacher/Ms. CraigTransportation………….434-3074
POBMS Music ProgramWhat are the various programs?Can my child still join?When do they meet?
Grade5/6 Chorus – Zero PeriodGrade 5/6 Band – Period 9String Orchestra – Period 9Jazz Band – Wednesday evenings
Scheduled Lessons – Missing
Period Nine Extra-HelpExtra-Help is offered on Tuesdays and
ThursdaysA child can see multiple teachersThere is a bus after period nine
ClubsClubs meet during zero period on Mondays
and WednesdayA club calendar comes out each monthAnnouncements are made about clubs
each morningA child can belong to multiple clubsThere is a zero period bus in the morning
Adjusting to Increased Work Expectations
Grade five is a big transition year academically
Creating routines and establishing organizational habits that students can rely are critical
Break down larger assignments into manageable portions
Parent Portal/Student PortalAll parents and students can establish an
Infinite Campus Portal accountThis allows you to view student grades,
attendance, assignments, assessment scores, etc.
Over 96% of our parents and students have accounts
The information for grade five students to establish accounts is in the attached handout
Some things to start to think about….World Languages – selection for next yearAccelerated math and scienceDemands on time….
Questions and AnswersThank you for coming tonight!