Welcome, Parents of incoming 7th grade students!

CVMS Contacts

Karen Infantino, Counselor Mg-Z

Laurie Francis, Principal

Adam Camacho, Asst. Principal

Toni Zurcher, Counselor A-H

Jeff Copeland, Asst. Principal

Lisa Curry, Counselor I-Mf

Carmel Valley PTSA Rocks!

Positions Open for 2011-12:• Recording Secretary• VP Technology• VP Volunteers• EBlast

If interested, contact:cmarkslaw@yahoo.com(858) 523-0140

All Clubs Meet During Lunch

CVMS ClubsGame Club

Karaoke Club

Art Club

Card ClubMath Counts

Science OlympiadClub Live

Chess Club

And many more!

Orientation August 17

• Student registration form (access on-line)

• 8th grade WEB leaders give the tour and answer questions

• Fun, music and pizza!

Parents will learn:• about community issues and

safety• how to support your child’s

social/emotional development• how to access to school

resources online• how to support your child’s

academic success

Time will be provided to meet other Bobcat parents, purchase PE clothes, spirit wear, yearbooks, and join PTSA!

We are here to help!• Personal issues:

– Problems with friends – conflict resolution

– Gossip and bullying– Divorce, illness, loss– Decision making– Communication with

teachers– And advice on parenting

for you!

We are here to help!

• Academic:– Improving grades– Organization– Study skills– High School and

College questions– Career Exploration

For parents of students from private schools, etc…

• Read the Registration Instructions on the Registration Information page of the counseling website.

• Make an appointment with our registrar, Lee Ann Howe, x3005 ASAP

• You will need verification of residency, immunization records, etc.

• Once registered, make an appt. for math placement test

Important Registration forms

Print and use the registration checklist to be certain you have all required forms

• Make sure you have thoroughly completed each required form

• If anything is missing, you will notified that your registration is not complete.

• If you need time to gather immunization records, turn in what you have for now. Don’t forget the new requirement for a Tdap booster shot.

• You do not need to sign the verification of residency form in our presence if you are enrolling from a feeder public school

Very Important Dates(see this info on reg. web page)

• March 31 – return registration packet to 6th grade teacher with the CHECKLIST on top.

• April 1 – band & orchestra auditions• April 18 – 29: math placement testing• May 5 – 10: math placement test results with

suggested math course MAILED home• May 13 – Math Course Selection Form Due

to 6th grade teachers.• 5/14, 5/17 or 5/19– Algebra Honors

Readiness Test• August 17- Orientation

Math Placement Test

Ashley Falls April 21st

Carmel Del Mar April 19th

Del Mar Heights April 18th Del Mar Hills April 26th Ocean Air April 29th Sage Canyon April 25th Solana Pacific April 20th Sycamore Ridge April 26th Torrey Hills April 27th

Private school students must arrange to take the math placement test with the CV Counseling

Secretary. Contact LeeAnn Howe for an appointment at ext 3005.

School Hours and Period Schedule8:30 a.m. to 3:05 p.m.

Monday(Single Periods)

Period 1(8:30-9:25)

Period 2(9:30-10:20)

Period 3(10:25-11:15)

Period 4(11:20-12:10)

Lunch(12:10-12:45)

PAW(12:50-1:15)

Period 5(1:15-2:05)

Period 6(2:10-3:05)

Tuesday(1, 3, 5 Block)

Wednesday(2, 4, 6 Block)

Thursday(1, 3, 5 Block)

Friday(2, 4, 6 Block)

Period1

(8:30-10:20)10 MINUTE BREAK

Period2

Period1

Period2

Period3

(10:30-12:15)

Period4

Period3

Period4

Lunch(12:15-12:50)

Lunch Lunch Lunch

PAW(12:55-1:20)

PAW PAW PAW

Period5

(1:20-3:05)

Period6

Period5

Period6

7th Grade Class Schedule

# of Classes Subject

1 English 7

2 Mathematics

3 Life Science

4 World History

5 PE or Band

6 Elective

CV English Course Options

Course CRITERIA TO CONSIDER WHENMAKING YOUR DECISION

English 7 Standard College Prep English

English 7 Honors

Designated GATE in English,“Advanced” on the CA Standards Test

in 5th or 6th grade, 4.0 GPA in subject area, possess strong writing skills, be an avid

reader of high-level books.

English Language Learner

Courses designed to develop reading, speaking, writing, and listening skills in English.

CV Math Course SelectionCourse CRITERIA GUIDELINES FOR SELECTING……

Pre-AlgebraEssentials

Below “Proficient” on the CA Standards Test in 5th

MDTP Score Range 19 or belowA below grade level, individual remedial program.

Pre-Algebra

Grade Level Course“Advanced or Proficient” on the CA Standards Test in

5th grade and MDTP Score Range 20-33

Pre-Algebra Honors

“Advanced” on the CA Standards Test in 5th, B or better in 1st semester/2nd trimester in 6th grade math, and math

placement test score range 34-45

Algebra Honors

Students will have the opportunity to take the Algebra Honors Readiness Test, which could qualify them to skip

Pre-Algebra and enroll in Algebra Honors.

SUPPORT CLASSES

• Before school support class – fills in identified skill gaps in math or English

• Pre Algebra Topics support class – replaces elective – gives additional instruction to support placement and success in pre-algebra.

All Placements are final…

• …after June 16th

• We do not re-evaluate math and English placements or re-test in August.

• We do not accept “tutoring” to advance a level in math.

Electives: Time to Have Fun!

• Your child has space for one year long elective or two semester classes

• Please let your child choose• We will be scheduling for the year, and we do

make an effort to give your child their first or second choice, but 8th graders have priority

• Number top 6 choices (in order of preference)• BE sure to select your PE as well

Electives

Semester Electives Year-Long Electives

Drama Intro

Leadership *JournalismYearbook *

Drama/Advanced DramaGeneral Studio ArtIntro to Multi Media

Art/Advanced ArtMultimedia/Video Production

Academic Success Heroes*AVID *

Band or Orchestra *

Spanish 1

*Indicates elective options that require a supplemental form. ie. Intent form for Band or application

DramaINTRO TO DRAMA

 A variety of Drama Activities

 PantomimeMonologues

Character AnalysisImprovisationScene Work

  The class focuses on building

student self confidence, creative expression, and

cooperative learning.

ADVANCED DRAMA 

Builds on the basic acting skills developed in the Introduction

to Drama course. 

Performance-based classStudents will present scenes for

classesPerform school-wide plays

 All aspects of theatre, such as:

acting, directing, lighting and sound, costume/make-up, and

publicity.

Art / Advanced Art• Curriculum based on Elements and Principles of Design.• Mediums Explored

paintclaywatercolorpen and inkpaper macheoil pastelscollagecrayons markers colored pencilsfound object

• Advanced art builds off General Studio Art and is only offered second semester.

Multimedia & Video Production Year-long

• Basic Computer Literacy• Internet Safety• Keyboarding• Web Design• Photoshop• Flash Animation• Video Production

Journalism

The CVMS Newspaper (The Lynx)The Literary Magazine (Bobbed

Tales)Journalism staff members are:

Strong independent workersExcellent writersPhotographers & InterviewersQuick learnersWilling to write editorials and news

articlesJournalism staff members use:

PhotoshopInDesignDigital Cameras

YearbookCreates:

The CVMS YearbookYearbook staff members are:

Strong independent workersAble to edit page lay-outsPhotographersQuick learnersWilling to help classmatesAble to meet deadlines

Yearbook staff members use:Web-based yearbook software

programPhotoshopInDesign Digital Cameras

Associated

Student

Body Leadership

HEROES

H Help better the school and communityE Exemplify the qualities of an outstanding citizenR Reach out to peers and youngsters in need of friendship and adviceO Optimize opportunities to be a positive role modelE Educate peers and the community about leading a healthy, drug-free lifestyleS Seek solutions to problems facing our school and community

Photoshop

Basic Computer Technology

Microsoft Word

Google Docs

Social Media Safeguards

Internet Literacy

PowerPoint

Introductory Semester Class

Academic Success

Study Skills and Media LiteracyStudy Skills Organization, time management, goal setting,

memorization, test taking strategies.

Media Literacy Understanding and using the internet effectively Using the computer for academic success

New

What is AVID?AVID is an acronym for Advancement via Individual Determination. It is a college prep program designed to increase school wide learning and performance. WHAT AVID IS:

for students with college potential

for those who, given support, would succeed in a rigorous class (such as honors)

for those with motivation and desire to do better academically

for those with 2.0-3.5 GPA or middle to high test scores

for those who are first generation in family to attend/graduate college

for those who might be under-represented in the college arena (minority, gender, disadvantaged, etc.)

WHAT AVID IS NOT:

an at-risk program for unmotivated students

quick fix for student problems

a study hall class/homework club

a remedial program

for students already receiving academic support at school.

for students already successful in advanced courses

Typical Week in AVID Elective

MONDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY

Binder EvaluationsMedia CenterStudy Island

Guest SpeakersMotivational Activities

Team Building 

Tutorials with College students

trained in AVID 

AVID Curriculum with  AVID Teacher

Tutorials with College students

trained in AVID 

AVID Curriculum with  AVID Teacher

AVID Curriculum includes: AVID Tutorials include:Writing Curriculum

College and CareersStrategies for Success

Collaborative Study GroupsWriting Groups

Socratic Seminars

About World language requirements…

Language is not a requirement for a

high school diploma

Two or more years of the same language taken consecutively

are required for entrance to a 4 year university

We recommend students begin a language no later

than 9th grade.

If your child chooses to begin Spanish in grade 7,

she/he will not have an opportunity to take any other electives during

middle school.

More about Language options

• Students who begin Spanish in 7th must go on to Spanish 2 in 8th, Spanish 3

in 9th…

• In 8th grade, students may choose to begin Spanish or

French

• Current course offerings in 9th grade include Spanish,

French, Japanese, Chinese, American Sign Language.

Music Program

• Band & Orchestra• Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced• No piano, harp, or guitar• Beginning Band Percussion – 2-year minimum

piano requirement/mini-audition• Placement Auditions (unless a beginner) – online

sign-up• You must select Band or Orchestra on your plan

sheet and complete the Band/Orchestra application (get form online)

• PE Credit• Music Boosters

Physical Education Options

• General PE

• Band or Orchestra to replace PE Band/Orchestra students have the choice..

Band + PEBand/Orchestra (replace PE) + another

elective

• ISPE (Application – highly competitive individual sport)

Independent Study P.E.• Is this an option for my student?

1) Needs to be an individual sport/activity (no team sports)2) Five possible criteria 3) Must be highly competitive/”exceptional athletes” (tournaments, meets, etc.) or “advanced level” for Criteria #2 students4) Must have direct instruction by qualified individual with proper insurance (minimum of 400 instructional minutes bi-weekly/200 per week)

• Advantages vs. Disadvantages of ISPE• Applications available online & hard copies available by May 1st

• Applications DUE by August 6th to Mr. Camacho (look for summer hours/other directions on website by May 1st)Notes: ISPE is a pass/fail class; individual coach required; be sure students are at “advanced” or “exceptionally gifted” athletes before enrolling

• Contact Adam Camacho, Assistant Principal, if you have questions: adam.camacho@sduhsd.net

Athletics – Boys & Girls Club

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• Flag Football

• Girls Volleyball

• Cross County

• Golf

FALLSPORTS

WINTERSPORTS

SPRINGSPORTS

• Girls Field Hockey

• Wrestling

• Boys Basketball

• Girls Basketball

• Track & Field

• Boys Volleyball

Academic Support Services• CVMS Math Support:

Before school math tutoring – schedule online

• Saturday Academic Support: 2 hours of academic support in Math,

English, History and Science

• Academic Power HourTutors from the high schools earn community service credit for helping

students

• Productive Academic Work (PAW):25 minutes daily following lunch

Aeries Parent Portal

Allows you to checkschedule, grades,attendance

Organization and Supplies• Students are issued

textbooks which remain at home. A class set is available for use at school.

• Most students need a backpack, binders, pens, pencils, paper, dividers

• It helps to have a supply of markers and poster board

• Each teacher will provide a suggested list of supplies for their class during the first week.

How to help your child have an awesome year!

Read the newsletter and know when report cards are issued and posted

on AERIES parent portalSet a consistent structure for

homework timeExpect your child to use the

agenda book to record assignments

Have your child show you the assignments and repack their

notebook before homework time is officially “over”.

Expect your child to do 1 1/2 to 2 hours of homework a night – more

with Honors classes or Spanish

Completing the Registration Materials

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3

Review options with your student.

Complete the 7th Grade

registration materials.

Submit 7th Grade

registration materials to sixth grade teachers by

March 31, 2010

Your Counselor is….

….Your support system! ….a Parenting resource ….someone you can share with confidentially

Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have concerns!

Questions ?

Carmel Valley Middle Schoolwww.sduhsd.net/cv

(858)481-8221

San Dieguito Union High School Districtwww.sduhsd.net