NEIL ARMSTRONG 5/6 MIDDLE SCHOOL

5th Grade Parent Orientation

Mr. Kenneth Patterson, Principal

Ms. Sheryl Kremer, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Stephanie Brookie, School Counselor

Mrs. Melissa Kolling, School Counselor

AGENDA

Our Mission StatementYoung Adolescents’

Developmental NeedsOur ScheduleSupplemental Programs

Activity ScheduleOur Teams

CommunicationImportant InformationCafeteria and Recess

Activities

Student ExpectationsChromebooksDress CodeEducational ProgramseSchoolPlusSuppliesPTO

OUR MISSION STATEMENT:

To provide a transitional program for young adolescents that builds on the students’ foundation of basic skills and expands their growing interests and talents in an environment that understands and celebrates their intellectual, physiological, social and emotional needs.

YOUNG ADOLESCENTS’ DEVELOPMENTAL NEEDS:

Positive social interaction with adults and peersStructure, clear limits and routinePhysical activityCreative expressionCompetence and achievementMeaningful participation with families

and in schoolCommunity involvement Opportunities for self-definition

IN OTHER WORDS:

Every child wants to believe in himself or herself as a successful person; every youngster wants physical exercise and freedom to move; and youngsters want life to be just and fair.

OUR SCHEDULE:

� Start Time: 8:00� Tardy Bell: 8:10� Homeroom: 8:10 – 8:20� English Language Arts (ELA) � Math � Science � Social Studies � Lunch (3 different periods)� Unified Arts – U.A. Teacher (changes every 9 weeks)

Art, Music, TCAP, Tech. Ed� L.I.F.T. (full year class, 1 days per week)� Library (full year class, 1 days per week)� Physical Education (2 days)/ Health (1 day) – P.E. Teacher� FLEX – this is when students are pulled for supplemental

programs� Dismissal: 3:05

SUPPLEMENTAL PROGRAMS:

Reading SupportGATE (Gifted and Talented Education)BandStringsSpeech

Learning Support Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy

ACTIVITY SCHEDULE

Activity Period

� ALICE� PSSA Training� HERO

HERO PROGRAM

HERO Program (Helping Everyone, Respecting Others)*School wide positive behavior support program to encourage students to make good choices and respect their teachers and peers*� Bullying/Cyberbullying� Bus Expectations� Friends vs. Acquaintances� Appropriate Online behavior� Playground Expectations� Reporting vs. Tattling

OUR TEAMS:

GeminiRangerPioneerAtlantisMillenniumVoyager

HOME/SCHOOL COMMUNICATION:

� Planner/Agenda� Email� Phone/Voicemail� Request a meeting

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

You will get bus stop, bus time, homeroom and Team assignment in AugustStudents will report directly

to homeroom on first day of schoolTeachers will walk students

through their scheduleBus Expectations:

Sit facing forward Stay in your seat No yelling or loud noises Be nice and respectful to

each other and the driver

Students will have a locker and a desk - Lockers are small and rolling backpacks will not fit. No Locks are permitted.Announcements are made each

AM and announced at lunch and dismissal.Attendance—If a student is

absent---If a student is late---If a student is leaving early.Grab and Go Breakfast

DISCIPLINE

� Phone Call Home� Lunch Detention� After School Detention� In School Suspension� Out of School Suspension� Expulsion

Communication is Key

CAFETERIA AND RECESS:

Metz Food ServiceLunch Choices & A La Carte OptionsCafeteria ProceduresStudent ID# - same as elementary

Payforit.netRecess - no electronic games brought from

home

ACTIVITIES: *NO ACTIVITY BUSES, PICK UP 4:00-4:15*

YearbookJust Say NoChorus

Newspaper Literary Magazine

AV Club

Science Club HOTT(Homework

Club) Student Council

Stage Crew Sport Fit Club Art Club

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS:

Be prepared to learnFollow school rules, regulations and routinesRespect yourself, others, and our schoolKeep your hands, feet, and objects to yourselfBe positive and always do your bestAct safely and use materials appropriatelyAccept responsibility for your actions and

attitude

GOOGLE CHROMEBOOKS:

� 1:1 Student Technology Initiative� Gmail � Google Drive� Google Classroom� Devices Stay in the Building

� Personal Technology Information

NAMS DRESS CODE:

No clothing or jewelry with drug, alcohol, tobacco, weapons, violence, or sexual referencesNo clothing with inappropriate, offensive words or illustrationsNo tops with thin straps, cutouts, or open mesh are permitted unless a t-shirt is

worn underneath. Tank tops permitted that meet 3 finger rule.No exposed midriffs or low-cut topsNo low riding pants that expose undergarments or skinNo short skirts or short shorts: Fingertip rule: If any part of your hand/fingers

touches your skin they are not permitted in schoolNo hats, bandanas or hoods during the school dayAll shoes must be fastened to your feet. Flip-flops, slides, crocs and mules are not

permitted without the strap in the backNo platform shoesTeachers or principals may impose limitations if dress presents a health or safety

hazard or may cause a distraction. You may be asked to cover garments or wear them inside out.

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS/RESOURCES:

Study Islandlastname.firstname@namspassword - neil

Ten MarksSpelling CitySumdogStudy LadderDOGONEWS

Book WizardLearn ZillionKhan Academy

Education Galaxy

ESCHOOLPLUS (SUNGARD):

Login information should remain the same as the previous school yearInformation available: grades, progress

notices, calendar, activities, events, homework assignments, etc.

SUPPLIES:

The supply list will be posted on the Neil Armstrong website by team and also at Office Depot. Supplies can be purchased through Office Depot at a discounted rate.

Planner/agenda will be supplied to each student.

PARENT/TEACHER ORGANIZATION:

Our PTO does a fantastic job of providing for and supporting our educational program. It won’t work without volunteers.

*PTO Co-Presidents Kristie ReidAmy Morrow

NAMS PTO

Parents Teachers

THANK YOU FOR COMING!

The faculty and staff look forward to working with you to make Neil Armstrong the best educational experience it can be.

QUESTIONS AND TOUR

Neil Armstrong Middle School - Grades 5-65800 Murray Ave.Bethel Park, PA 15102(412)854-8751www.bpsd.org/neilarmstrong