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Parent & Student
Orientation
7th Grade Registration 2016 – 2017
Grace Malek ~ 6 – 8 Guidance and Counseling
Monday February 22nd, 2016 @ 6:00 – 7:00 in the Auditorium
RISING 7TH
GRADERS!!
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SUBJECTS: Requirement 1. Math 7
Pre-AP Math 7 Semester 1 & 2
2. English 7 Pre-AP English 7
Semester 1 & 2
3. Life Science 7 Pre-AP Science 7
Semester 1 & 2
4. Geography Citizenship Semester 1 or 2
5. Physical Education 7 Semester 1 & 2
6. Technology Education 7 Semester 1 & 2
7. Enrichment / Intervention 7 Semester 1 & 2
8. Band 7 Semester 1 & 2
COURSE OFFERINGS:
CORE
ELECTIVES
CORE CLASSES:
•Math 7 or Pre-AP Math 7
•English 7 or Pre-AP English 7
•Life Science 7 or Pre-AP Science 7
•Geography/Citizenship (one each semester)
•Physical Education 7
Open Enrollment:
Students are advised to check the Pre-AP Math, English and
Science guidelines soon to be posted on OMS website. (Select
Oneonta Middle school from the middle square of the home page, find “News &
Events”, click on “Forms” and find the documents.)
Guidelines are suggested scores to make sure students will be
successful in Pre-AP classes.
Students’ performance will be monitored and withdrawal from Pre-
AP courses will be assessed on a case by case basis.
Pre-AP Classes &
Recommendations:
PRE-AP COURSE DESCRIPTION
Pre-AP classes utilize Laying the Foundation (LTF) curricula to infuse greater rigor
into Math, Science and English classes.
The LTF curricula are aligned with the College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS)
These courses establish a clear pipeline for college bound students to succeed in rigorous
coursework.
They provide a strong foundation for future Pre-AP and AP courses.
The numeric grade is weighted differently; two points are added to each semester average.
Credited courses such as Algebra I will be awarded 0.5. For example A=4.5, B=3.5, C=2.5
and D=1.5
Students attending Pre-AP courses are better prepared due to the rigor of the material.
For example, if a student made B’s and C’s and used to making A’s and B’s, they are still
getting good academic foundation.
PRE-AP ENGLISH 7
A reading list will be distributed at the end of the school year to
students who have requested Pre-AP English 7.
Students are required to select 3 books and read them during the
summer.
Students will be tested in September on the books that were read.
Check out Mrs. Lumpkin’s webpage for the summer reading list.
PRE-AP SCIENCE 7
Using Canvas: teacher posts notes, videos, powerpoints that students
need to view at home. See Coach Gibbs
There will be assignments posted, such as a worksheet.
Students will take online quizzes and tests in the classroom.
Access to internet at home is helpful to complete online worksheets
or read teachers’ notes.
PRE-AP MATH 7
A Math Packet covering basic pre-requisite skills will be distributed at the end
of the school year to students who have requested Pre-AP Math. See Mr.
Mitchell
Students are required to submit the completed packet on the first day of
school.
Students will be tested at the beginning of school on the material covered in
the packet. This test will count 100 points and be the first test grade of the
quarter.
PRE-AP MATH 7
Students are required to have:
The ability to do independent learning.
The ambition to succeed in a rigorous classroom environment.
Note: Access to web based components outside of school would be helpful.
Grades Path A1 Path A2 Path A3 Grade 6 Math 6 Math 6 Pre-AP Math6
Grade 7 Math 7 Math 7 Pre-AP Math7
Grade 8 Math 8 Math 8 Pre-AP Algebra I
Grade 9 Algebra A Algebra I Pre-AP Geometry
Grade 10 Algebra B Geometry Pre-AP Algebra II
w/ Trig
Grade 11 Geometry
Algebra II
w/ Trig
Pre-Calculus
Grade 12 Algebra w/ Finance
Or
Algebra II w/ Trig
Pre-Calculus
AP Calculus
Math Path Chart
Math 7 or Pre-AP Math 7 can be selected with flexibility
Selecting Pre-AP Math 7 would definitely prepare for Pre-AP Algebra I
If Students struggle in Pre-AP Algebra I during 8th grade, they have
the opportunity to select Algebra I in 9th grade and follow Path A2
Students who complete Pre-AP Algebra I in the eighth grade for
academic year 2015-16 will earn 1.0 credit. However, they will be
required to take four (4) additional math credits at Oneonta High
School.
For academic year 2016-17, Pre-AP Algebra I will not receive 1.0
credit.
PRE-AP GUIDELINES Start a list in each Pre-AP Math, English & Science based on registration form
requests
Look up students’ scores: ASPIRE, Global Scholar and Average grade in the
subject requested.
Use Advisement sheet to share scores with the students and recommend best
placement.
Approve or Disagree with placement
Student/Parent Signatures of commitment
Change of mind during the summer e-mail Mrs. Malek
Schedule changes can be made before Q1 Midterm but preferably before
August.
GLOBAL SCHOLAR
ASSESSMENTS
Students are assessed during : FALL, WINTER, & SPRING
Testing scores are used for progress monitoring purpose.
Using GS “Performance Indicators” (Quartile 1, 2, 3 & 4) Students are
possibly placed in remedial reading or math classes.
Results show standards attained or not attained which guide instructional
planning.
GS Standards are aligned with CCRS
POSTSECONDARY/DUAL ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Students in grade 11 or 12 can enroll.
GPA 3.0 or higher (80’s and above)
Written approval from student’s principal and superintendent.
Students must meet requirements of the postsecondary institution
for admission under that institution’s dual enrollment credit
program.
Students shall pay normal tuition as required by the postsecondary
institution.
ELECTIVES:
TECHNOLOGY : A L L 7 T H S T U D E N T S W I L L A T T E N D T H I S
E L E C T I V E
Keyboarding
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Publisher
Microsoft
PowerPoint
Microsoft Access
Prezi
Moviemaker
Photoshop
Cyber Safety
BAND 7
Band 6 is preferred as a pre-requisite
Semester one and two
Summer Camp to practice marching routine
Student can enroll in Band 7 with teacher approval
Parents/Guardians: Please check the appropriate box below
I approve the above schedule for my child.
At this time, I do not plan on my child returning to Oneonta for
the upcoming school year.
_______________________________________
Signature of Parent or Guardian
Telephone numbers:
Home: ____________________________
Business: _________________________
Cell: _____________________________
E-mail ____________________________
ONEONTA MIDDLE SCHOOL
RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REVISE,
CHANGE, OR PLACE STUDENTS
BASED ON COURSE OF STUDY
STANDARDS MANDATED BY
ALABAMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF
EDUCATION.
ONEONTA MIDDLE SCHOOL
RESERVES THE RIGHT TO
REVISE, CHANGE, OR PLACE
STUDENTS BASED ON COURSE
OF STUDY STANDARDS
MANDATED BY ALABAMA
STATE DEPARTMENT OF
EDUCATION.
Disclaimer:
COMPLETED FORMS ARE DUE THURSDAY FEBRUARY 25 TH, 2016
IN MRS. MALEK’S OFFICE. (OTHERWISE , A SCHEDU L E WIL L BE M ADE
F OR YOU )
Parent & Student
Orientation
8th Grade Registration 2016 – 2017
Grace Malek ~ 6 – 8 Guidance and Counseling
Monday February 22nd, 2016 @ 6:00 – 7:00 in the Auditorium
RISING 8TH
GRADERS!!!
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SUBJECTS:
Requirement
1. Mathematics Pre-Algebra 8 Pre-AP Algebra I – 8
Semester 1 & 2
2. English 8 Pre-AP English 8
Semester 1 & 2
3. Science 8 Pre-AP Science 8
Semester 1 & 2
4. History 8 Semester 1 & 2
5 Physical Education 8 Semester 1 & 2
6. Career Preparedness Part A (earn 0.5 credit) Semester 1
Leadership and Public Speaking Semester 2
7. Enrichment/Intervention 8 Semester 1 & 2
8. Band 8
Semester 1 & 2
COURSE OFFERINGS:
CORE
ELECTIVES
CORE CLASSES:
•Math 8 or Pre-AP Algebra I
•English 8 or Pre-AP English 8
•Science 8 or Pre-AP Science 8
•World History 8
•Physical Education 8
Open Enrollment:
Students are advised to check the Pre-AP Math, English
and Science guidelines soon to be posted on OMS website.
(Select Oneonta Middle school from the middle square of the home page,
find “News & Events”, click on “Forms” and find the documents.)
Guidelines are suggested scores to make sure students will be
successful in Pre-AP classes.
Students’ performance will be monitored and withdrawal from
Pre-AP courses will be assessed on a case by case basis.
Pre-AP Classes &
Recommendations:
PRE-AP COURSE DESCRIPTION
Pre-AP classes utilize Laying the Foundation (LTF) curricula to infuse greater rigor into Math,
Science and English classes.
The LTF curricula are aligned with the College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS)
These courses establish a clear pipeline for college bound students to succeed in rigorous
coursework.
They provide a strong foundation for future Pre-AP and AP courses.
The numeric grade is weighted differently; two points are added to each semester average.
Credited courses such as Algebra I will be awarded 0.5. For example A=4.5, B=3.5, C=2.5 and D=1.5
Students attending Pre-AP courses are better prepared due to the rigor of the material. For
example, if a student made B’s and C’s and used to making A’s and B’s, they are still getting good
academic foundation.
PRE-AP ENGLISH 8
A reading list will be distributed at the end of the school
year to students who have requested Pre-AP English 8.
Students are required to select 2 books and read them
during the summer.
Students will be tested in September on the books that
were read.
Check out Mrs. Powell’s webpage for the summer
reading list.
Pre-AP physical science is based on a national math and science program called A+ College
Ready. The course is designed to be more rigorous and requires a genuine effort from each
student.
Algebraic math practice assignments
Tests and quizzes will be provided by the A+ College Ready program.
In-depth assignments
Take Home Projects
Computer Assignments
• Canvas Assignments
• Collaborative assignments using Google Docs
• Watching assigned videos
• Researching information to support class learning
Lab Curriculum
• Group/Individual Assignments and Grades
• Lab Reports & Performance Exams
Access to internet at home is helpful in order to seek out supplemental information and support
classroom learning.
PRE-AP SCIENCE 8
PRE-AP ALGEBRA I
A Math Packet covering basic pre-requisite skills will be
distributed at the end of the school year to students who have
requested Pre-AP Algebra I. See Mrs. Tibbs
Students are required to submit the completed packet on the first
day of school.
Students will be tested at the beginning of school on the material
covered in the packet. This test will count 100 points and be the
first test grade of the quarter.
PRE-AP ALGEBRA I
Students are required to have:
The ability to do independent learning.
The ambition to succeed in a rigorous classroom
environment.
Note: Access to web based components outside of school
would be helpful.
Grades Path A1 Path A2 Path A3
Grade 6 Math 6 Math 6 Pre-AP Math6
Grade 7 Math 7 Math 7 Pre-AP Math7
Grade 8 Math 8 Math 8 Pre-AP Algebra I
Grade 9 Algebra A Algebra I Pre-AP Geometry
Grade 10 Algebra B Geometry Pre-AP Algebra II
w/Trig
Grade 11 Geometry
Algebra II
w/ Trig
Pre-Calculus
Grade 12 Algebra w/Finance
or
Algebra II w/Trig
Pre-Calculus
AP Calculus
Math Path Chart
Math 8 or Pre-AP Algebra I can be selected with flexibility
Selecting Pre-AP Math 7 would definitely prepare for Pre-AP Algebra I
If Students struggle in Pre-AP Algebra I during 8th grade, they have the
opportunity to select Algebra I in 9th grade and follow Path A2
Students who complete Pre-AP Algebra I in the eighth grade for
academic year 2015-16 will earn 1.0 credit. However, they will be
required to take four (4) additional math credits at Oneonta High
School.
For academic year 2016-17, Pre-AP Algebra I will not receive 1.0
credit.
GLOBAL SCHOLAR
ASSESSMENTS
Students are assessed during : FALL, WINTER, & SPRING
Testing scores are used for progress monitoring purpose.
Using GS “Performance Indicators” (Quartile 1, 2, 3 & 4) Students are possibly
placed in remedial reading or math classes.
Results show standards attained or not attained which guide instructional planning.
GS Standards are aligned with CCRS
PRE-AP GUIDELINES Start a list in each Pre-AP Math, English & Science based on registration form
requests
Look up students’ scores: ASPIRE, Global Scholar and Average grade in the
subject requested.
Use Advisement sheet to share scores with the students and recommend best
placement.
Approve or Disagree with placement
Student/Parent Signatures of commitment
Change of mind during the summer e-mail Mrs. Malek
Schedule changes can be made before Q1 Midterm but preferably before
August.
POSTSECONDARY/DUAL ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Students in grade 10, 11, or 12 can enroll.
GPA 3.0 or higher (80’s and above)
Written approval from student’s principal and superintendent.
Students must meet requirements of the postsecondary institution
for admission under that institution’s dual enrollment credit program.
Students shall pay normal tuition as required by the postsecondary
institution.
ELECTIVES:
CAREER PREPAREDNESS PART A A L L 8 T H S T U D E N T S W I L L TA K E T H I S E L E C T I V E
Earns 0.5 Credit toward high school
Career Preparedness Part B will be picked up in high
school in 9th or 10th
The course covers:
Take career assessment to identify interests and
skills
Establish a 4-Year Plan by selecting courses for
grades 9 – 12 based on their career interests test
results
Write Resume and Learn Interview skills
LEADERSHIP AND PUBLIC SPEAKING
This course is offered the second semester to
complement the Career Preparedness, without
credit
Public speaking
Presentation
Appearance
Intonation
Debating or defending ethical issues
Panel
Research to evidence an issue
BAND 8
Band 6 & 7 are preferred as pre-requisites
Semester one and two
Summer Camp to practice marching routine
Student can enroll in Band 8 with teacher approval
Parents/Guardians: Please check the appropriate box below
I approve the above schedule for my child.
At this time, I do not plan on my child returning to Oneonta for
the upcoming school year.
_______________________________________
Signature of Parent or Guardian
Telephone numbers:
Home: ____________________________
Business: _________________________
Cell: _____________________________
E-mail ____________________________
ONEONTA MIDDLE SCHOOL
RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REVISE,
CHANGE, OR PLACE STUDENTS
BASED ON COURSE OF STUDY
STANDARDS MANDATED BY
ALABAMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF
EDUCATION.
ONEONTA MIDDLE SCHOOL
RESERVES THE RIGHT TO
REVISE, CHANGE, OR PLACE
STUDENTS BASED ON COURSE
OF STUDY STANDARDS
MANDATED BY ALABAMA
STATE DEPARTMENT OF
EDUCATION.
Disclaimer:
COMPLETED FORMS ARE DUE THURSDAY FEBRUARY 25 TH, 2016
IN MRS. MALEK’S OFFICE. (OTHERWISE , A SCHEDU L E WIL L BE
M ADE F OR YOU )