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TRANSCRIPT
Hadley Philemon Wright
Open House
Transitions
By the end of this session you will:
• Know what a typical day looks like for grade 7 students
• Be familiar with expectations throughout the day
• Understand important factors in ensuring a smooth transition & successful year
• Have tips on how to best prepare for a successful transition
A typical day for a grade 7
Morning
• Arrive off school bus between 8:00-8:45 am – Go to locker & prepare for 1st class 8:56
– Students are allowed to be in the cafeteria or in the library.
– Warning bell rings at 8:51 to let students know they have 5 minutes to get to their first class
A typical day for a grade 7
• Head to first class when bell rings & be in class when second bell rings to signal start of class – Make sure they have all the required materials for their
class
• Agenda
• Course binder
• Workbook
• Pencil case
A typical day for a grade 7
• During class: – Students are engaging in the lesson
• Listening to the teacher
• Writing notes
• Doing assigned work
• Participating with others
• Asking questions
• End of class: – Students are taking note of any homework and organizing
their materials to be ready to move onto the next class. • Writing homework in agenda
• Ensuring all loose papers are placed back into binder
A typical day for a grade 7
• Transitioning to next class – A bell will ring at the end of the first class
– Students will walk to their locker to gather the appropriate materials for their second class
– Students have 5 minutes to get to next class
• Homeroom – A bell will ring to mark the start of the homeroom block
• National Anthem will play and all students & teachers stand
• Morning News/Video Announcements will play
A typical day for a grade 7
• Transitioning to next class – A bell will ring at the end of the first class – Students will walk to their locker to gather the appropriate
materials for their second class – Students have 5 minutes to get to next class
• Homeroom – A bell will ring to mark the start of the homeroom block
• National Anthem will play and all students & teachers stand • Morning News/Video Announcements will play
– One bell will ring to mark end of homeroom & start of 2nd period
– At the end of second period a bell will ring indicating the start of a short break
A typical day for a grade 7
• Break – Students are able to be in cafeteria, library, or by their
lockers – Students are able to go outside but are not permitted to
leave school property – At the end of break a bell will sound providing a 5 minute
warning to head to class
• Students transition themselves to their 3rd class – Visiting their locker to ensure they have the appropriate
materials – A bell will sound to indicate the start of the class and again
at the end of class
A typical day for a grade 7
• Lunch: – All students get their lunch from their locker and head to
cafeteria – Students are required to remain in the cafeteria until half
way through lunch and then are able to procced to one of the designated areas: • Outside at the back of the school *not permitted to leave property • Library –quiet work space • Classroom for remediation –various teachers provide extra help • Gym –open gym or intramurals • Cafeteria
– At the end of lunch a bell will sound to provide a 5 minute warning to proceed to the next class.
A typical day for a grade 7
• Students transitioning to their 4th class
– Visiting their locker to ensure they have the appropriate materials
– A bell will sound to indicate the start of the class and again at the end of class
• Students have 3 classes in the afternoon with 5 minutes in between each one to transition to the next period.
– Some students take multiple materials with them to avoid having to go to their lockers in between period 4-6.
A typical day for a grade 7
• End of the day – A bell will ring to indicate the end of the 6th period/ end of
day. – Students transition to their lockers to get their things
before heading home: • Students check their agenda to see what books they need to bring
home for homework • Students pack their things and head directly out to the back of the
school to get on their bus.
• Buses – The buses leave promptly at 3:45 – Students are responsible for making sure they are on the
bus on time.
Keys to a successful transition
• Organization – At school:
• Agenda • Binders & materials • Locker
– At home • Homework routine & area • Calendar of evening commitments
• Maintaining a positive attitude • Asking for help
– Teachers – Administration (Vice Principals & Principals) – Guidance Counsellor
• Parent involvement & support
Be prepared!
Organization AT School: • Start using my agenda now
– Write in homework, tests, project deadlines – Write in various activities I may have
• Organize my binders – Start practicing writing the date on everything – Make sure all your binders are labeled on the front and side for each subject – Place some looseleaf paper and a few dividers in each
• Locker – Buy and practice your combination lock as soon as you can – If you have a locker at your elementary school, practice keeping it organized
now – Discuss with your parents whether a locker shelf may be a good idea
Be prepared!
Organization At home: • Set up a Homework spot at home
– A quiet place with various materials needed – Start the routine now
• Practice computer skills including typing – Using a computer may be a part of some classes – May be helpful for homework
• Check-out our website – Daily video announcements – General information about the school – Links to teacher websites where they post homework, resources and helpful
information for both students and parents
• Create a calendar of evening commitments to start practicing time management
Be positive!
Positive attitude • It is normal to feel a bit challenged academically and
emotionally when starting Junior High. • Stay positive with yourself
– Use positive self talk! • Encourage yourself “I can do it” “I will do it” • Stay away from “I can’t”
• Stay positive with others • Try to keep an open mind about different people coming from
different schools and backgrounds • Be open to meeting new friends • Stay away from the drama !
Ask For Help
Academic concerns • Speak to the teachers • Attend lunch time remediation
– Many teachers offer extra help to students – Your teachers love when student reach out for support so
they can help make sure you are successful
• Speak to the Mrs. Barnes about what other supports may be available – Online homework help through Learn Quebec – Private tutor list – Subject specific resource – Referral to special education technician
Ask For Help
Conflict or social concerns
• Speak to your parents, a teacher, administrator, or guidance counselor for support.
– It’s important to discuss with an adult when things around you aren’t going well and are impacting your ability to be learning to your potential.
– It’s everyone’s right to feel comfortable and safe at school in order to be able to achieve their potential.
Parent Support
• Parents play a key role in supporting their child’s transition to Junior High • Believing in their abilities
• Showing interest in what they are doing
• Ensuring their physical needs are being met (sleep, nutrition & exercise)
• Communicating with the school – Parent information nights & teacher meetings
– Communicating with teachers & staff when concerns arise
• Providing them with support – For organization –encouraging them to use agenda and keep
dates written down
– Ensuring they have a homework routine & spot
– Problem solving when they come up to a challenge or difficulty
Useful Links Brochure : Helping my child make a smooth transition: http://www.education.gouv.qc.ca/fileadmin/site_web/documents/dpse/adaptation_serv_compl/DAS_Vers_le_secondaire_19-7080_AN.pdf Hadley & Philemon Guidance Website http://pwhsguidance.weebly.com Learn Quebec www.learnquebec.ca About Kids Health –website with educational information for parents related to various stages of child development http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/ Teen Mental Health http://teenmentalhealth.org/
