Welcome Incoming 6th

Grade Students & Families

Learning Intention

Provide students and families information to ensure a successful transition to middle school.

LNS Vision

The vision of Laurel Nokomis School is to prepare our students to be life-long learners and independent, responsible citizens.

LNS Motto

The motto of Laurel Nokomis School is, "Can do, work hard, get smart."

Raymond Wilson, Principal

Oversees Grades 7 & 8

Dr. Heather Wasserman, Assistant Principal

Oversees Grades 5 & 6 in addition to ESE

Christine Oliver, Assistant Principal

Oversees Grades K through 4

LNS Administrative Team

Julie Fortune, Gifted/ELA Teacher

Mollie McBride, Gifted ELA/Social Studies Teacher

Shala Rossheim, Gifted Math/Science Teacher

Robin Ipe, Math Teacher

Barbara Stella, Science Teacher

Maria Gianoplus, Social Studies Teacher

Polly Schaefer, ILA Teacher

Lauren Brook, Jody Caragiulo, Kathy McIndoe, Lisa Laxton

ESE Resource Teachers

Instructional Core Teachers

Dean Theros & Joy Lynn, Physical Education Teachers

Amanda Bauman, Orchestra Teacher

Angela McKenzie, Band Teacher

Kristi Shackelford, 2D Art Teacher

Dorothy Cory, 3D Art Teacher

Lucinda Schlotterback, Technology Teacher

Karla Blecke, Spanish Teacher

Instructional Encore Teachers

Joey Schumacher-Martin, ESE Liaison

Kate Costigan, Behavior Specialist

Michael Reichman, School Counselor

Kristi Laine, School Psychologist

Julie Odenweller, School Social Worker

Michael Vincatore, Truancy Officer

Deputy James Wozniak, SRO

Support Staff

Dedicated

Prepared

Respectful

Appropriate

Prompt

Lightning Way Expectations

Middle School Students are eligible for the Lightning Pride Reward after Quarter 1.

Students are allowed to use cell phones or electronic devices for games and music only

during lunch.

Criteria: No Grades below a “C”, No Referrals, No More Than 2 Unexcused Absences, Meeting

AR Quarterly Goal.

Lightning Pride Reward

Cell Phones are NOT ALLOWED to be used on campus UNLESS it is during the EARNED Lightning Pride Cafeteria

time.

If Students are found using their cell phones during the day, cell phones will be confiscated and the student will be

able to pick up in the office after the first offense.

After the second offense, parents will need to pick up the cell phones from the office.

Cell Phones

6th Grade is known as a “transitional year”, moving from elementary to middle school.

Social Media becomes a HUGE challenge for our 6th grade behaviors. Please be aware of what your child is accessing and posting. Administration does not become involved in

problems that occur after school hours, however, if the problem carries over into the learning environment,

discipline may be warranted.

Transition Year

6th Grade Fun

Hands-on, collaborative learning in our Tech Active Classrooms

Agenda books will be provided to each student on the first day of school. Agendas and homework need to be checked nightly by

parents.

Agenda books are the communication tool that the teachers use to relay academic and behavioral issues to you.

ATTENDANCE IS CRITICAL! If your child has an ‘unexcused’ absence, the work he/she missed for that day remains a “0” until it is

completed and returned.

AR (Accelerated Reader) continues into middle school and is part of the ELA grade each quarter.

Important Information

Information regarding the dress code can be found in the student agendas.

Students who are found to be “out of dress code” will be sent to

administration and escorted to the clothes closet to replace inappropriate

clothing. If no clothing is found, students will have to call home for

parents to bring appropriate clothing.

More than one offense may result in an After School Detention.

Dress Code

Students who received a Level 1 or 2 on the 2019 FSA in either Reading or Math could be placed

into an academic intervention class for either Language Arts and/or Math.

•2020 iReady Diagnostic 3 Scores and teacher recommendations will also be taken into

consideration.

These classes replace Electives.

Students in need of Remedial Support

6th Grade Supply List

REQUIREDPencils (if mechanical- supply extra lead)1 pack of notebook paper, wide rule, loose leaf2 five (5) subject notebooks (SS and Math- IPE

ONLY) *Suggested plastic cover (Mead) durable!4 composition notebooks – (2 Science; 2 Adv

Math Rossheim/Owens)1 plastic/heavy duty pocket folder with prongs

(Adv. Math Rossheim)colored ink pens (any color! Gel pens! Neon! Ink

pens.)**3 SETS of Ear buds or headphones (MUST

have for daily use & will stay at school)highlighters, at least 2 colorscolored pencilsglue sticksbox of tissues

**Classroom donationspackage of dry erase markerspaper towelsextra boxes of tissuesnotecards/index cardsZiploc bags (ALL sizes)Hand sanitizerLysol wipes

**Wish list***pencil top erasersCopy paper (white or colored)CANDY “individually wrapped” fun sizedTOYS small plastic prizes to give away

(sticky hands, slinkys, small balls, stressballs, etc.)

Students who have an Education Plan (EP) for Magnet or Gifted Programming are placed into the Advanced classes first.

If there are any spaces available (within the Class Size Amendment), Numerical Rubrics will determine additional placement.

These are demonstrated by FSA scores, end of year i-Ready Diagnostic, grades, and teacher rubrics consisting of attendance, accelerated characteristics, and work habits.

6th Grade Offers Advanced classes in all 4 content areas.

Students receiving Advanced Math and Language Arts classes are considered to be participants in the LNS Odyssey Program.

Gifted/Magnet Services

In order to remain in the Gifted program, a student needs to continue to demonstrate a need for Gifted services and maintain a 2.5 GPA or above.

Interventions will be put in place if a student is below a 2.5 GPA and if it is determined a student no longer is exhibiting a need for services, dismissal from gifted programming will be considered.

Gifted Programming Requirements

Advanced Math Classes

LNS has a reputable advanced Math program in which ALL students can be considered for placement.

Placement is dependent on:FSA Math ScoresiReady Diagnostic 3 ScoresMath GradesTeacher Recommendations

Students who live in the Laurel Nokomis School District will be eligible to attend 6th grade for the 2021-22 School Year.

If you are not districted to LNS, you will not be eligible to attend.

If you applied for School Choice, you would have received a letter from the School Choice District Office indicating your child was granted placement at LNS. If you have questions regarding this, please contact

the school choice office, 927-9000.

If your child is eligible for placement in our Magnet Program, your current school ESE Liaison will articulate with LNS and provide the

appropriate documentation, including the gifted options letter completed. Questions regarding this process should be directed to your

current ESE Liaison.

Registration

1. Current 5th grade LNS Students will need to complete the re-registration process using your child’s unique

SnapCode (emailed or sent to you via letter).

2. 5th grade students currently attending another elementary school in Sarasota County will also complete the

re-registration using the SnapCode.

3. Students not enrolled in Sarasota County for this 2020-21 school year, will need to go online and set up an InfoSnapaccount to start a new student application process through

the district website, sarasotacountyschools.net.

Registration Scenarios

New to the Sarasota County:

Once your registration is complete, 4 pieces of documentation need to be brought to the

LNS Registrar:Proof of Address

Birth Certificate

Immunization Records

Physical within 12 months

Registration

Students arriving to school before 8:10 AM, need to register for the Morning Care program (7-8 AM).

Students arriving to school between 8:10-8:15 AM, MUST report to the cafeteria until they are dismissed

to transition to their classrooms.

Parents picking up students after school MUST have a car tag visible for staff to see.

Drop Off & Pick Up

Encores

Encore Selection forms for next school year will be available on the LNS School Website via Microsoft FORMS.

Students will choose Encores based on first- fifth choice.All students must have 1 semester of PE.

Encore Selection MUST be completed by May 28th, 2021 via Microsoft FORMS.

Failure to complete Encore Selection will result in random assignment.

Change requests will only be honored the first week of school.

Electricity, Simple Machines, Mechanical Engineering, Problem

Solving, Team Work, IC3 Spark Certification, Computer Sciences, Microsoft Office, Pixelation, Soft Skills, Dragsters, Laser engraving,

3D printing, Chemical Engineering, Simple Machines, Electricity, TSA

and more…

Gear Up For CTECindy Schlotterback

Technology

Special Projects

Come Get Your Tech On

LNS Music

DepartmentLearn to play a musical instrument in a large ensemble

Learn to read musicAt least two after school performances per academic yearOpportunities for more concerts as well as solos and small

ensembles Field Trips include Disney Workshop for advanced students,

Van Wezel performances, and more.Uniform: Music Department grey polo, black pants, black

socks, and black shoesFinancial Resources available for those in need.

French Horn Trombone

Trumpet

Baritone

Tuba

BANDAngela McKenzie

Flute

PercussionSaxophone

BAND

Clarinet

Angela McKenzie

BANDAngela McKenzie

Cello

Bass

Viola

Harp

O R C H E S T R AAmanda Bauman

Violin

Beginning SpanishSra. Blecke

Spanish pronunciationIntroductory vocabularyIntroduction to verb conjugationBeginning reading and writing in SpanishResearch Spanish speaking countries

•Learn about foods, culture, and celebrations…

Authentic assessmentsTask base

COOPERATIVE LEARNING : Memorizing new vocab

Vocabulary games

Beginning Spanish: Las flores de papel

Culture

Art 2-DMrs. Shackelford

2D ArtHalf Year

2-D art is designed to instruct beginning art students in drawing and painting. Students will become familiar with the principles and elements of design while completing a variety of assigned projects and experimenting with different media and processes. In addition to art production, students will be introduced to art history, art criticism and aesthetics.

Course Goals• Learn and develop technical skills

in various artistic mediums. • Ability to utilize visual

communication as a means of self-expression.

• Develop rendering and compositional skills through a series of assignments.

• Incorporate research and written personal reflection into projects.

• Develop the ability to analyze and speak about art using the conventions of Art Criticism.

Student Work

Dottie Cory

Representations of Student Art Work

Art 3D Studio: (half year)

This course will explore 3 Dimensional Art. Students will create a sketch journal, participate in art shows and learn techniques in ceramic pottery, paper, paper mache’, sculpture, and weaving techniques that will actively engage learners in the process of creating, interpreting and responding to 3D Art.

Art 3D Studio

Student PotteryHand-built Pottery

Pinch Pots

Ceramic Chile Box Clay Bisque Shack

3D Clay Relief Tile Ceramic Coil Pots

Ceramic Slab BottlesPinch Pot

Monster

Student Work

Awards and Ceramics

Paper Mache Greek Vases, Tape Sculpture, Weaving

Physical Education

PE Coaches:Coach Theros

Coach Lynn – Athletic Director

Course Description

This course focuses on cardiovascular endurance, strength, flexibility, and agility on a daily basis.

We encourage students to be physically fit for life.

Safety is always a priority.

Daily Expectations

Dress out dailyParticipate in warms-ups, stretches and

fitness activitiesPut forth best effort

Develop teamwork and sportsmanshipHave fun

Class Activities/Sports

4 corner kickball, soccer, basketball, bound ball, flag football, bag toss,

crazyball, capture the ball, ping pongFitness testing done later in the

semesterBaltimore Orioles Fitness Challenge

Uniforms and Lockers

× Uniforms are $15 for both the shirt and shorts

× $8 for shirt only, $8 for shorts only

× Lockers are $5

2021-22 SportsVolleyballBasketball

TrackTennisGolf

Interscholastic Sports

• Competitive Sports• Volleyball (Girls Only)• Basketball (Boys and Girls)• Track (Boys and Girls)• Tennis (Boys and Girls)• Golf (Boys and Girls)

• Intramural Options Available throughout the year (Boys and Girls)

• Volleyball, Basketball, Golf, Tennis, Weight Training and Team Sports

Interscholastic Sports

*Try Outs are open to 6th – 8th Grade Students.

*Must have an Athletic Packet Turned In before Try Outs

*Packets are located on the LNS website: under Parents/Students

Athletics/Downloads

Lightning Student

Council

The LNS Student Council consists of students in Grades 6-8 who exemplify the Lightning Way.

Being a Student Council member requires dedication, responsibility, hard work, and weekend and after school time.

You will have to provide transportation to and from all morning/afternoon monthly meetings and activities.

Applications will be available during the first quarter which includes: Parent Permission Slip, Student Application, Student

Questionnaire, & 2 Teacher Recommendation Forms

Officers include: Overall Student Body President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer.

All 6th, 7th, and 8th GradersCome join us in fellowship.

Meeting Time Thursday Mornings at 7:50 a.m.

Room: Mrs. K. Lynn— 6-608 (next to bus loop)

All are welcome. You don’t have to be an athlete.

Getting Ready for

6th Grade

Academic Summer Preparation

Reading And Math

•Complete 2 lessons/Week iReady

District Challenge- $50 Amazon Gift Cards

Math

Khan Academy Math Class

LNS- Incentives

Reading

Read 30 Minutes/Day

5th Grade Promotional CeremonyDrive Thru

Date: June 11, 2021

Where: LNS Bus Loop

QUESTIONS???