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SunRidge Middle School
Home of the Eagles
September 12, 2019
Agenda • Introductions
• ASCA Model
• Middle School Requirements
• Guidance Programs
• District and State Testing
• S.A.F.E.
• Parent Resources
• Classlink
• Navigating Canvas
• Skyward 101
• Q & A
Professional School Counselor Roles
Based on the ASCA Model (American School Counselor Association), the National Standards for academic development guide school counseling programs to implement activities to support and maximize student’s ability to learn. The areas of concentration are:
•Academic Development
•Career Development
•Personal/Social Development
A Day in the Life of a Counselor
All in a Counselor’s Day Work
Counseling: Individual,
Group, Classroom Guidance
Collaborating with
Teachers, Parents,
Students & ADM
Managing Crisis and Conflict
Resolution
Building relationships
& Cheering on Success
Academic Development:
Middle School Progression Requirements
Promotion Requirements for high school
Students must pass 3 years of 4 required core classes:
6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade
*Language Arts 1,
Language Arts 1 ADV,
Or Gifted LA
*Language Arts 2,
Language Arts 2 ADV
Or Gifted LA
*Language Arts 3 or
Language Arts 3 ADV
*Math 1, Math 1 ADV, or
Math 2 ADV (Grade 7
ADV Math)
*Math 2, Math 2 ADV, Pre-
Algebra or Algebra 1
Honors
*Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1
Honors or Geometry
Honors
*Gifted Math Services*
*Comprehensive Science
1 ADV or Life Science
ADV
*Comprehensive Science
2 ADV or Earth Space
Science Honors
* Comprehensive Science
3 ADV or Physical
Science Honors
*World History ADV *Civics ADV *US History ADV
Elective 1 Elective 1 Elective 1
Elective 2 Elective 2 Elective 2
PE PE PE
*Classes with an asterisk are required for promotion. Student must earn a passing grade in order to earn credit.
Academic Development:
High School Credit Classes at SRMS: Core Classes
The following core classes earn students high school credit:
Core Classes
Algebra Honors*
Geometry Honors*
Earth Space Science Honors (elective credit)
Physical Science Honors
• Algebra and Geometry have an End of Course Exam that is worth 30% of the course grade. EOC assessments are computer-based, criterion-referenced assessments that measure the Florida Standards (FS) or the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) The EOC takes the place of the FSA and is administered in two 90-minute sessions over two days.
• Civics is not a high school credit class, but has an EOC.
• Earth Space Science Honors counts as an elective credit, not as a science credit.
• For more information on EOC Assessments, visit: www.fldoe.org (Search: EOC Assessment)
Academic Development:
High School Credit Classes at SRMS: Elective Classes
The following elective classes earn students high school credit:
• In order to be considered for the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship (Florida Academic Scholarship (FAS)/Florida Medallion Scholarship (FMS), student must take 2 years of a World Language. This must be sequential and in the same language. Other offerings available through FLVS or OCVS.
• The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program establishes lottery-funded scholarships to reward Florida high school graduates for high academic achievement. For more information visit: www.fldoe.org
Academic Development:
High School Credits in Middle School
• By the end of middle school, a SRMS student has
the potential to earn 7 high school credits.
4 core classes
+ 3 elective classes
-----------------------------
7 high school credits
Academic Development:
PE and Career Planning Requirements
Physical Education
Physical education is requiredfor every year of middle school.
Career and Education Planningis an internet based, personalized academic and career plan for the student.
The district-wide program is called Naviance. Guidance teaches it through Social Studies.
Academic Development:
Honor Roll Qualifications
Honor Roll
• A’s and B’s in all 7 classes each quarter
• Conduct grade of “1” in each class, every quarter
Principal’s Honor Roll
• All A’s in all 7 classes each quarter
• Conduct grade of “1” in each class, every quarter
• Honor Roll Awards Ceremony 2020 will be held on:
• 6th - 9:45am - 10:45am - May 22, 2020 - SRMS Cafe
• 7th - 2:15pm - 3:15pm - May 21, 2020 - SRMS Cafe
• 8th - 6:30pm - 7:30pm - May 21, 2020 - SRMS Cafe
SunRidgeHonor Roll 2019-2020
Hard work pays off!
Academic Development:
Attendance
Attendance in school is central to educational achievement and school success. All excuses are to include the date, reason for absence, and need to be signed by the parent.
Excused Absences
Illness or injury
Illness or death of an immediate
family member
Recognized religious holiday
Medical appointment
*(please bring verification)
Legal appointment
Please submit
excuse note
upon student’s
return to school
to the GLO.
Career Development:
Naviance
Naviance is a college and career readiness computer based program that helps districts and schools align student strengths and interests to post-secondary goals, improving student outcomes and connecting learning to life.
Lessons will be taught over the course of the next 2 months for all grade levels. Students will work on:
Completing an interest inventory Begin building a resume and Exploring various career options
Career Development:
Campus Wide Initiatives
College Day Friday!
Wear your favorite college jersey!
State University System (SUS)
comprises 12 member universities.
The Florida College System
comprises 28 community colleges
and state colleges
Religiously Affiliated Institutions
comprises 29 schools.
Private Institutionscomprises 42 schools
Common Final Exam Common Final Exams must count for 20% of the overall course grade. Semester 1 CFE’s are administered in PE, 6th grade Art, 6th and 7th grade Agriscience,
6th grade Exploring Technology & Career Planning, Project Lead the Way, Learning Strategies, and Social Personal classes. Semester 2 CFE’s are administered in: ALL electives (semester and full year), 6th and 8th grade social studies, and all science classes.
All CFE’s must be completed during the same academic school year during the testing window set by the district.
If a student does not take a CFE, a 59% will be factored into their final grade (semester and/or year).
Tentative Dates for CFE (1st Semester):
Tuesday, December 10th through Friday, December 13th
Tentative Dates for CFE (2nd Semester):
Thursday, May 14th through, Tuesday, May 19th
District Testing Requirements
State Testing Requirements
End of Course Exams
End of Course (EOC) Exams account for 30% of the student’s final grade.
All 7th graders will take a Civics EOC.
High school leveled classes that currently require an EOC include: Algebra 1, Geometry and Biology. Students must earn a level 3 or higher on the EOC for high school leveled classes in order to receive high school credit.
Students who enter high school in 2017-2018 or after are no longer required to pass an EOC in Algebra II.
• Tentative Dates for Civics, Science, Algebra and Geometry:
• Monday, May 11th – Civics and 8th Grade Science
• Thursday, May 7th and Friday, May 8th - Algebra and Geometry
State Testing Requirements
Florida Standards Assessment - FSA
English Language Arts (ELA) has a written and reading component. They are taken on different days. Students must complete both components to receive a FSA-ELA score.
Math – All 3 grade levels (6th, 7th, and 8th) are tested in math.
Science – Statewide for 8th grade only.
Tentative Dates for FSA:
Wednesday, April 1st – FSA ELA Writing
Monday, May 4th and Tuesday, May 5th – FSA ELA Reading
Thursday, May 7th and Friday, May 8th – FSA Math (FSA Math and Math EOC’s)
SAFE Coordinator:
Catherine Rochester
Student Assistance & Family Empowerment
Provides support for students and parents
Provides prevention programs and strategies that promote good decisions
Developmental assets and strengthen resiliency in children.
Support in classroom, small groups, and individually.
S.A.F.E. Goals
The goal of the SAFE program is to provide education and strategies to make healthy and safe choices.
Friendship
Peer Pressure
Bullying/Cyberbullying
Social Media
Personal/Social Development:
Understanding Social and Emotional
Learning
Personal/Social Development:
Social Emotional Development
Personal Social Development:
Teen Safety Matters MBF Teen Safety Matters™ is a comprehensive, research-based, prevention
education program that educates and empowers teens and all relevant adults with information and strategies to prevent, recognize, and respond appropriately to bullying, cyberbullying, all types of abuse and other digital dangers.
The Guidance Team delivers 2TSM lessonsthrough science classes. The lessons are comprised of the following topics:
Emotional Safety Physical Safety Digital Safety
Parents have the option to opt out of these lessons. An opt out form will be sent home.
For more info visit: https://mbfchildsafetymatters.org/mbf-teen-safety-matters/
S.A.F.E. Referral Process
A student may be referred to the S.A.F.E. Program in the following ways:
Self-referral
Teacher referral
Parent or guardian referral
Staff or Administrative referral
• Referral forms are in each grade level office. • All referrals are kept confidential.
Academic ResourcesTutoring is available for the following subjects:
6th Grade ELA – Tuesdays from 4-6pm – Cafeteria and Room 5036th Grade Math – Most Wednesdays from 8:30-9:00am – Teacher’s classroom7th Grade Math – Most Wednesdays from 8:30-9:00am – Teacher’s classroom7th Grade Science – Thursday mornings from 8:30-9:00am – By appointmentPre-Algebra/Algebra – 8:30-9:00am – By appointmentGeometry - Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday from 4-5pm – Room 5448th Grade US History – By appointment – Before school8th Grade Physical Science – Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:45am – 9:20amGuitar/Orchestra – 9:00am – By appointment, TBASpanish 1 – 8:30 – 9:15am – Wednesdays – P4 (Roman)Spanish 1 – 8:30 – 9:15am – 1st and 3rd Wednesdays – P12 (Cadena)Spanish 2 - 8:30 – 9:15am – 2nd and 4th Wednesdays – P12 (Cadena)
• Please check with subject area teacher or counselor as more subjects are being added.
Activity Sponsor(s) Meeting Dates
Art Club Brian Keith Myers Thursdays @8:15 Room 504 (art fee)
Book Club Judy Moody Fridays @ 8:45 in Media Center
*Chess Club John Yourick Thursdays @4:15 in Media Center
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Tony WilliamsMichelle Batista
Every other Friday (group), Leaders meet every Friday in PE classroom @8:30
*Future Farmers of America (FFA)
Savannah Hardman
3rd
Thursday, monthly @4pm in Room P5(must have Agriscience as a class & paid dues)
Girls that Code Judy Moody Tuesdays @ 8:45am in Media Center
Historical Society Emilio Casado Thursdays at 8:35am in 518
*Jr. Thespians Ashley Fisher Mondays @ 4pm in 516
Jr. Tri-M (Music HS) Rhea Parks Smith Meetings begin in October (TBD)
KindnessAmbassadors
Esther Londono-Scott
2nd
and 4th
Tuesday @ 8:45am in 7th
grade planning room
Maker’s Club Judy Moody Wednesdays @ 8:30 in Media Center (9/18)
Math Club Amy SawyerMary Kenniston
Fridays, monthly @8:45 in room 569
National Junior Honor Society (NJHS)
Robin NelmsLaura Giammarino
1st
Wednesday, monthly @ 8:40 in Cafe
Pride Club G. McDonald, C. Rochester, A. Foltz
Every other Thursday @ 8:45am in P20
*Science Olympiad Susan ColwellKarina Ramos
Mondays and Tuesdays @ 4pm in the cafeteria
Spanish Club Nancy Roman Every other Tuesday at 8:30am in P4
Student Council H. Slaughter & C. Rochester
Wednesdays @8:45 in 517
Writing Club John YourickCorey Lorini
Wednesdays @ 8:45 in Room 519
Extra
Curricular
Clubs and
Activities*Membership to Boys &
Girls Club is required. It is
free to join! Applications
are available in the main
office.
There’s plenty for parents and students to love about the Boys and Girls Club Before and After School Program. Check out these fun activities that
your child can participate in FREE of charge from 4pm - 6pm:
Computers Arts and Crafts
Athletics Gaming
Baking Homework Help
Applications for the Boys and Girls Club can be found at the parent resources table and in the main office. Remember, membership is FREE of charge! There is an $18 a week fee for the Before School Program. The
hours are from 7:30 - 9:00am.
Parent Resources
The Parent AcademyFree to all families. 9am – 1pm onSeptember 14, November 2, January 25, March 28, and May 16. Visit: ocps.net. Search for Parent Academy.
Are you interested in volunteering?School volunteers work at the schools
of their choice. Complete an application online at ocps.net. Search
for ADDitions School Volunteers.
Have a question for a teacher?Contact teachers via email.
Visit our website: sunridgems.ocps.net
PTO
Parent Teacher Organization
To access the SunRidge Middle School PTSO website, visit:http://www.srmsptso.org/
Remind is a simple wayto stay informed.
Text To: 81010Message : @srmsptso
EBLAST REGISTRATION:
Be in the know with the important dates, events and activities happening
at SunRidge!
Follow Us on Social Media
www.facebook.com/SunRidgeMS
https://twitter.com/SunRidgeMS_OCPS
sunridgemiddleocps
Counselor Contact Information
6th Grade Counselor
7th Grade Counselor
8th Grade Counselor
S.A.F.E. Coordinator
Any Questions?
Please move to a computer for
the hands on learning portion
of this presentation!
Classlink is the HUB for
all things OCPS!
ClassLink provides OneClick single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the
cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet or smartphone. To access Classlink
for OCPS, go to:
parents.classlink.com/ocps
* Classlink uses the phone number or email in Skyward to connect you to your child’s
accounts. There’s an APP
for that!!
Getting Started – Step #1Go to:
parents.classlink.com/ocps
Enter your email here
Step #2 - Check your Email &
Enter the Verification Code
Provided to you by Classlink
Enter Verification Code Here
Step #3 - Enter the
Information Requested
Enter your name here
Enter a password here
Confirm your password here
Step #4 – Enter the Your
Classlink Account
Please visit the Guidance
Canvas Course by clicking here.
For technical support, please email: [email protected]
Guidance Canvas Course
The Guidance Canvas Course was created for parents and studentsto be able to access information about middle school progression, Florida Virtual School, clubs and activities, etc.
Click on Courses on left hand side.
Select SunRidge Guidance 19-20
Step 1
Step 2
SunRidge Guidance 19-20Go to Modules on the left
Scroll down and peruse….
Canvas DashboardWhen you first log into Canvas, you will see the Canvas
Dashboard. Important to note about Dashboard: To Do List on the right and all of the Courses on the left.
GRADES
A Breakdown of Grades on
Canvas…
Worthwhile Features on Canvas
for Parents and StudentsThe Calendar feature gives parents and students a
monthly overview of all upcoming assignments and tests.
Setting Up Notifications
Step 1
Step 2
Select Your Preferences at the Top
Skyward 101
Navigating Skyward
To access Skyward, go to Classlink
Skyward Home Page
These are the options for you
to check out on Skyward.
The options for the Skyward Home page are on the left side of the screen. Parents can access grades, attendance, FSA scores,and other important information.
Click on Grades
See what assignments are missing.
This is your current grade
in the class and will appear
in Report Card.
Click on Next to see more assignments.
To view a breakdown of grades, click on the Gradebook link.
Please note other options available…
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