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Welcome to
Innovation Middle School
Dr. Hector MaestrePrincipal
★Principal Hector Maestre★Assistant Principal Jacquelyn Baker★Assistant Principal TBA★Dean of Students Larry Chambers★Guidance Counselor Shirley Hernandez★ESOL Compliance TBA★ESE Specialist TBA★Media Specialist TBA★Instructional Coach Lanoma Ellis McKay★Activities Coordinator David Grimm
Innovation Middle School’s
Leadership Team for 2017-2018
Our New School
Take a Tour of Our School
Classroom Building
Innovation Middle’s Courtyard
Innovation Middle School’sRecommended Colors: Red, Black, and White
Our mascot will be decided by
YOU!
● General Information
●Athletics
● Clubs &
Organizations
● Classes offered
● Frequently Asked
Questions
● Registering for
classes
Preparing for 6th Grade
● Abide by the Student
Code of Conduct, which
will be reviewed with the
students quarterly○ School will track student
infractions using HERO
System
● Students must carry their
ID’s at all times
● Dress Code
● Electronics Policy
Expectations of Students
Transportation
Bus Transportation
● Students must live beyond 2 miles of the school to
qualify for a bus.
● Student must ride assigned bus per OCPS
Transportation guidelines
● Bus routes will be available:
○ At our Meet Your Teacher event in August
○ Online 2 weeks before school starts at
www.ocps.net , then click on “Find a bus”
School Lunch InformationA la carte items are limited due to new USDA Healthy Snack Guidelines
Purchasing a school lunch● Price of lunch: $2.75 (Prices for 2017-2018 school year not released
yet.)● It includes: 1 entrée, 2 side items, 1 milk● Make lunch payments at www.schoolpay.com or at school in lunch line
with cash or check only● Don’t forget your ID
Applications for free/reduced lunch● Applications for free/reduced lunch:
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application● Students who currently have free/reduced will continue to receive this
until October 1st. You will need to go online and complete a new application by October 1st to qualify for the new school year.
Tutoring OpportunitiesAfter School Tutoring
● Tutoring offered through All Stars Program
○ Must be a member of All Stars (free to join)
● Free tutoring for all core subjects Monday-Friday
○ Transportation available on Tuesdays and
Thursdays
All Stars Summer
● It will run from June 5, 2017 until July 27, 2017.
*Applications will be available on the school(LNMS
website) after Spring Break.
Saturday Learning Lab
● On select Saturdays 9-12pm
Typical Day of School
● Before and after school care will be available
through the All Stars Program
● First class begins at 9:30AM
● 7 classes each day
● Five minute passing time between classes
● Dismissal is at 3:50PM (Wednesdays at
2:50PM)
● Extra curricular activities will be available
School ClubsOccur before or after school
● Archeology Club
● Art Club
● Book Club
● Chess Club
● Coding Club
● Spanish Club
● ASL Club
● Intramural Basketball,
Football & Volleyball
● Junior Thespians
● Kiwanis/ Builders Club
● Writers Club
● Wildlife & Conservation
Club
● Math Club
● National Junior Honor
Society
● Runners Club
● Science
● Student Government
● Special Olympics
Students have seven classes per day.
This consists of the five classes below, and two electives.● Intensive Reading may be a required elective.
● Regular and advanced is offered for all four core subjects.
What does a 6th grade schedule look like?
Course Title
7 Total Credits (circle class)
Credit
Amount
English
Language Arts
6th Grade Language Arts
or
6th Grade Advanced Language Arts
1.00
Math
6th Grade Math
or
6th Grade Advanced Math
1.00
Science
6th Grade Comprehensive Science
or
6th Grade Advanced Comprehensive Science
1.00
Social Studies
6th Grade World History
or
6th Grade Advanced World History
1.00
Intensive Reading 6th Grade Intensive Reading
Physical Education 6th Grade Physical Education 1.00
Electives
Please rank ALL courses in order of preference with #1 being your first choice and
#15 being your last choice.
___ Band ___ Theater ___ Computers ___ Beginning Spanish
___ Chorus ___ Piano ___ TV Productions ___ Beginning French
___ Orchestra ___ Art ___ Medical Sciences ___ Speech/Debate
I have played a string instrument before? Y/N If yes, how long _____
*All classes subject to change based on FCAT scores, class size and course
availability.
2.00
Placement in Core Courses● Placement in core classes will depend on:
○ 5th grade FSA scores
○ 5th grade teacher recommendations
○ 5th grade final report card
● Placement guidelines for Language Arts, Science, & Social Studies:
○ Score 1 or 2 on Reading FSA = Regular ELA, Sci, SS
○ Score 3, 4 or 5 on Reading FSA = Advanced ELA, Sci, SS
● Placement guidelines for Reading:
○ Score 1 on Reading FSA = 2 periods of reading
○ Score 2 on Reading FSA = 1 period of reading
● Placement guidelines for Math:
○ Score 1 or 2 on Math FSA = Regular Math
○ Score 3, 4 or 5 on Math FSA = Advanced Math
Elective Classes● All elective classes are full year● Elective offerings are subject to change
TV Production
Learn about the theatre!
● Acting● Improvisation● Technical design● Stagecraft
Fine Art Elective Classes
● Open to all beginners● No experience required● Help with finding
instruments● Learn how to read
music● Major concerts ● No after-school practice
● Open to all beginners● No experience
required● Learn how to read
music● Major concerts ● No after-school
practice
Chorus
AVID is an acronym which stands for
Advancement Via Individual Determination.
● It is an in school academic support system that prepares
students for college eligibility.
● It acts as a catalyst for schools to develop a culture or
college readiness for all students across the campus.
● The AVID class is based on rigorous standards and its
main components are writing, inquiry, collaboration,
organization, and reading (WICOR).
IMS will have AVID!What is AVID?
Course Overview
Week At A Glance
AVID Curriculum Includes:• Writing Strategies• Reading Strategies• Strategies for Success
Tutorials Include:• Socratic Seminars• Writing Groups• Collaborative Study Groups
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
AVID Curriculum
TutorialAVID
CurriculumTutorial
Binder EvaluationField Trip
Media CenterGuest Speakers
Inspirational ActivityTeam Building
AVID Tutorials
● Occur every Tuesday &
Thursday
● The groups are subject-area
specific (content classes)
● Group members use Socratic
questioning and collaboration
to help guide the student
presenter’s thinking
Collaboration
AVID
Rosen College
Valencia College
Guest Speakers
How do I sign up?● If AVID sounds like a class for you, then
let your current teacher know.
● Recruitment Process
● Complete an AVID application and
return to your school.
Physical EducationMr. Grimm: Activities Coordinator
● Team and Individual Sports● PE uniforms are required
○ Must wear shoes with laces○ $10 shirt, $10 shorts (approximate cost)
● Facilities and Lockers○ We advise children not to share lock combinations
with their friends○ Students are encouraged to secure all valuables in
their locker before going into the gym○ All items available for purchase the first week of
school through the PE teacher
Middle School Sports
Track
Basketball
Volleyball
Soccer
Athletic Schedule
● Tentative timeline:○ Must use OCPS Physical Form○ Physical Night○ Approximate cost for physical is $20/student with
attending parent○ Must have a sports physical to participate in tryouts
*Soccer try-outs are the first week of school*
1st Quarter - Soccer2nd Quarter - Volleyball3rd Quarter - Basketball4th Quarter - Track
Athletics
Play Like a Champion!Athletic Participation Requirements:● Student must have a 2.0 G.P.A.● Must complete the following:○ Physical Form○ EMT Card○ Notification of Risk Form
All forms & information will be available on school website under athletic tab.
Athletics Facebook page
Like us to get news, scores and information regarding athletics at
Innovation Middlehttps://www.facebook.com/innovation
parkathletics/
Schedule Form
● Core classes will be decided by your 5th
grade teacher & FSA scores
● Rank the electives in the order you
would like to take them
● Return your form to your teacher
Scheduling
• Schedules will be available at our Meet
Your Teacher event in August
• Schedules are tentative and might be
adjusted to comply with the class size
amendment law.
Student Schedules
6th Grade Supply List
● We will be a digital
school
● Supplies for each subject
will be needed
● The 6th Grade Supply
List will be posted on the
school website in the
summer once it is
available
How much time will there
be between classes?
● You will have 5 minutes between classes.
● It is very important that you concentrate on
getting to your next class instead of spending
time socializing.
● There will not be enough time to do both!
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I get a drink
or use the bathroom?
● You are encouraged to use the restroom or get a
drink between classes or during lunch
● You can use the restroom during class by having a
pass from your teacher
○ 10-10 Rule will be enforced (10 minutes after class
starts and 10 before class ends there will be no
students in the hallways unless in case of
emergency)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do lunches work?
● Students have a 25 minute lunch period
● www.schoolpay.com is a website parents can
utilize to add money to a lunch account
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I get my own locker?
● Students will receive a locker in PE and band class
● Students will not have lockers in the classroom
hallways
● Students will have access to textbooks at home via
the internet. If needed, textbooks via paperback will
also be available
● Students can carry a backpack for their school
supplies
Frequently Asked Questions
6th Grade Meet the Teacher Event @
Innovation Middle School
(TENTATIVE)
Thursday, August 10th at 6:00-7:30pm
● Check school website in June for finalized date
● Pick up your schedule
● Get bus information
● Tour the school
● After School All Stars
Mark your Calendar
● Follow us on Facebook:
○ facebook.com/innovationparkmiddleschool
● School Website - Coming Soon
● Electronic Newsletter - Coming Soon
Stay Connected
