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WELCOME TO RIDGE WELCOME TO RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL FIFTH GRADE FIFTH GRADE PARENTS’ EVENING PARENTS’ EVENING WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 26, 2014 FEBRUARY 26, 2014
WELCOME TO RIDGE WELCOME TO RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL
FIFTH GRADE FIFTH GRADE PARENTS’ EVENINGPARENTS’ EVENING
WEDNESDAYWEDNESDAYFEBRUARY 26, 2014FEBRUARY 26, 2014
IMPORTANT IMPORTANT DATESDATES
•Ridge counselors visit Rice Grade 5 Classes – Monday 2/24/14
•Ridge counselors visit Bellflower Grade 5 Classes – Wednesday 2/26/14
•Ridge counselors visit Brentmoor Grade 5 Classes – Friday 2/28/14
•Ridge PTA meeting – Monday 3/10/14 @ 6:30 p.m. (Please refer to the Ridge website in case of a date change)
•Get to Know Ridge Night – Thursday 4/10/14 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
•Grade 5 Elementary Visit to Ridge – Thursday 5/15/14 @ 9:30 a.m.
MAIN OFFICE
Mrs. Megan Kinsey, [email protected]
Mr. Patrick McKenrick, Assistant [email protected]
Mrs. Mickie Doll, [email protected]
Mrs. Barb Stokes, [email protected]
Mrs. Amy Sample, School [email protected]: 440.974.5407
GUIDANCE OFFICE
Ms. Renee Nasca, Guidance [email protected]: 440.974.5406
Ms. Jenna Herzog, Traveling [email protected]: 440.974.5405
Mrs. Pat Dadd, [email protected]: 440.974.5404
Ridge Middle School Contact InformationRidge Middle School Contact Information7680 Johnnycake Ridge Rd. Mentor, OH7680 Johnnycake Ridge Rd. Mentor, OH440.974.5400440.974.5400Website: Website: http://www.mentorschools.net/ridgemiddleschool_home.aspx
WHAT’S DIFFERENT ABOUT MIDDLE
SCHOOL?Changing classes for all subjects
Many different teachers and rooms
Higher teacher expectations
More work and responsibilities
Harder classes
Keeping track of your own work
Treated more maturely and adult like
Individual student lockers
Tastier food
More people and new friends
Bigger building
Personal schedule
Choice in elective classes
More activities to participate in
WHAT’S EXCITING ABOUT MIDDLE
SCHOOL?
Intramurals
Spirit Club
Drama/Theatre
Friends of Rachel Club
Student Council
Cardinal Challenge
Knowledge Masters
Science Olympiad
Newspaper
Yearbook
Ski Club
WHAT ACTIVITIES ARE AVAILABLE FOR SIXTH GRADERS IN MIDDLE SCHOOL?
ROLES OF THE ROLES OF THE COUNSELORSCOUNSELORSThe counselor serves as a consultant or
intermediary for parents, staff, and students
PARENTS
•Grades•Dates•Processes•State Testing•Basic Information
STAFF
•Family Knowledge•Student Liaison•Coordinate meetings
•Insight into student development
STUDENTS
•Child Advocate
•Mediator
•Confidante
STUDENT SUPPORT GROUPSStudents have an opportunity to participate in small
group settings to discuss interpersonal and social issues they have in common with other age-appropriate peers
Groups are led by a guidance counselor
Examples of groups might include new student, peer relations/social skills, divorce families, anger management, or study skills
How To Sign Up for Groups
Students will have a chance to sign up for various groups at the beginning of the school year or anytime throughout the year by letting the counselor know they are interested
Parent/Guardian/Staff referrals are considered
All students participating in a group will have to secure parent/guardian consent prior to participation
CONFIDENTIALITYALL information shared is kept private except in the following situations:1.A student is causing harm to him or herself
2.A student is causing harm to someone else
3.An adult is causing emotional, mental, or physical harm to a student (child abuse)
Ridge Bell Schedule
2013 - 2014 PERIOD
TIME DURATION
1 8:35 – 9:20 (45 minutes)
2 9:24 – 10:09 (45 minutes)
2.5Advisor
y
10:13 – 10:41 (28 minutes)
3 10:45 – 11:30 (45 minutes)
4 11:34 – 12:19GRADE 6
LUNCH PERIOD
(45 minutes)
5 12:23 – 1:08GRADE 7
LUNCH PERIOD
(45 minutes)
6 1:12 – 1:57GRADE 8
LUNCH PERIOD
(45 minutes)
7 2:01 – 2:46 (45 minutes)
8 2:50 – 3:35 (45 minutes)
School Starts 8:35 a.m.
School Ends 3:35 p.m.
8 class periods plus
2.5/advisory4 minutes between classes
Ridge Middle School
2014 – 2015 School Year
Elective Sheet
Sixth Grade ProgramREQUIRED COURSES
•604 English/Language Arts •622 Math•634 Science•614 Social Studies•690/ Physical Education* and 691 Health*
ELECTIVE COURSES**
670 Art Foundations677 Chorus 682 Cadet Band686 Cadet Orchestra671/ Exploratory Art* and 672 Exploratory Music*665 Robotics and Design
*semester (half year) course
ELECTIVE CHOICES
INDICATE CHOICE #1 AND CHOICE #2
_____ 670 Art Foundations
_____ 677 Chorus
_____ 682 Cadet Band
_____ 686 Cadet Orchestra
_____ 671/672 Exploratory Art and Exploratory Music
_____ 665 Robotics and Design
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Printed Student Name School
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Student Signature Date
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Parent Signature Date
**Students assigned to an intervention period will receive only one elective of choice.
The course selection offerings are tentative.
Courses with fewer than 15 students enrolled will be cancelled.
Art Foundations
An expanded course for students to explore and experience creative expression, critical evaluation, greater self-awareness and appreciation for visual art on a daily basis
Introduction to art foundations, including the Elements and Principals of Design
Develops students’ drawing and design skills
Introduction to sculpture
Art history lessons
Chorus
Entry-level experience for student singers
Students will sing in unison, two and three-part harmony
Introduction to techniques for producing good choral tone, based on proper vocal skills
Students will learn to read muscial notes and begin ear training exercises
PARTICIPATION IN PERFORMANCES IS MANDATORY AND PART OF THE QUARTERLY EVALUATION
Cadet Band
Performance group
Continued study of basic instrumental techniques
Emphasis placed on music reading skills
PARTICIPATION IN PERFORMANCES IS MANDATORY AND PART OF THE QUARTERLY EVALUATION
Cadet Orchestra
Students continue to learn the fundamentals of beginning string instruction, as well as string orchestra and part music
Students will develop left hand and bow hand technique and basic musical concepts
Emphasis on rhythm and note reading will prepare student for seventh grade orchestra
ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED AT ALL EVENING AND OTHER SCHEDULED PERFORMANCES SUCH AS CONCERTS, FESTIVALS AND EVENING REHEARSALS
Exploratory Art SEMESTER (HALF YEAR)
COURSE
Students will explore and experience creative expression, critical evaluation, greater self-awareness and appreciation for visual art
Introduction to basic secondary art foundations, including the Elements and Principals of Design, through experimentation in drawing and designing skills
Introduction to sculpture
Art history lessons
STUDENTS WHO TAKE EXPLORATORY ART CANNOT TAKE ART FOUNDATIONS
Exploratory Music
SEMESTER (HALF YEAR) COURSE
Designed to enhance students’ lifelong ability to interact with music
Music theory and music history will be the basis of the class
Expansion to cover World Music, composition and careers in music
Robotics and Design
Hands-on, project-based course which enables students to build a strong foundation for future STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) learning
Design & Modeling allows students to apply the design process to solve problems and understand the influence of creativity and innovation in their lives
Students will work in teams to design a playground and furniture Automation and Robotics unit enables students to trace the history,
development and influence of automation and robotics as they learn about mechanical systems, energy transfer, machine automation and computer control systems
VEX Robotics platform is used to design, build and program real-world objects such as traffic lights, toll booths and robotic arms
BEING A STUDENT AT RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
MEANS:•Making learning a priority•Always giving your best effort•Treating all whom you have
contact with respectfully•Being a part of the school by
joining AT LEAST one activity/group
Ridge Middle School Pledge
I pledge to maintain a high level of respect and integrity.
I will be ready to learn and accept challenges and the consequences of my
actions. I expect and believe I can achieve because my success is up to me.
RIDGEOur teachers and students
make it a great place
The rest is up to you!
