Starting Out Right
Welcome to …CARMEL VALLEY MIDDLE
SCHOOL
Your Counselors…..TONI ZURCHER A-G x3009 [email protected]
LISA CURRY H-M X3006 [email protected]
ANGIE MIRANDA N-Z x3008 [email protected]
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 in private schools, etc…. Pick up the registration information
letter on the back table and print forms 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 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.
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 packet to 6th grade teacher with the CHECKLIST on top.
May 17-27: math placement testing In June: placement letters MAILED
home 5/25, 5/27 or 6/5– Algebra Honors
Readiness Test August 18- Orientation
Two year plan
7th Grade: English Math World History Life Science PE Elective (1 year or
two semester classes)
8th Grade: English Math U.S. History Physical Science PE Elective (1 year or
two semester classes)
Math placements
Pre-Algebra Essentials Pre-Algebra (Proficient on STAR) Pre-Algebra Honors Algebra Honors (8th grade course
which follows PAH) Some 7th graders will qualify by passing the AHRT.
MATH SUPPORT CLASSES
Before school support class – fills in identified skill gaps in math or English
PA Topics Support class – replaces elective – gives additional instruction to support placement and success in PA
Placement criteria for Pre Algebra Honors 35/45 on Math Diagnostic Test, Advanced 5th
grade Math STAR score, “B” or better in 1st sem/2nd tri grade math.
Students not meeting the criteria for PAH may still enroll. First review the course expectations. Understand that you will be making a year commitment.
Math Diagnostic Test results will be mailed home in early June.
You may revise your math course selection prior to June 16th.
Placement criteria for Alg Hon• 8th graders who completed Pre-Algebra
Honors with at least B’s both semesters
• 7th graders who demonstrate mastery of Pre-Algebra Honors curriculum by placement test score, STAR, and by passing the Alg. Hon. Readiness Test.
• 7th graders may NOT enroll without passing the AHR TEST given this spring.
English Placement English 7 – Proficient on STAR-a standard,
college prep level English 7 Honors – ADV on STAR- should
possess strong writing skills and be an avid reader of high-level books.
Students may choose honors by reviewing course profiles/expectations on our web site.
Please make a careful and thoughtful decision based on your child’s abilities and dedication to studies because you will be making a year-long commitment to the course
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.
Physical Education Options General PE Dance (8th) Band or Orchestra to replace PE Band/Orchestra students have the
choice… Band + PE Band (replace PE) + another elective ISPE (Application – highly competitive
individual sport- apply after May 1st)
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
Write in top 6 choices (in order of preference)
BE sure to select your PE as well
CVMS Electives
Semester Electives
Drama Intro General Studio Art Intro to Multi Media Video Film TV Broadcasting
Year Electives Leadership (application) Journalism/Yearbook
(application) Drama/Advanced Drama Art/Advanced Art Intro/Advanced Multi Media Heroes (application) AVID (application) Band or Orchestra Spanish I (college prep)
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 7th, 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 (although French is a lottery)
In 9th grade, students may choose between Spanish, French, Japanese or American Sign Language.
BAND and Orchestra Info You must select Band or Orchestra on
your plan sheet (elective selection) and complete the Band/Orchestra application (get form on line)
Students must audition (unless a beginner)
Auditions by appointment only – email info is included in Band/Orch information
Orientation August 18 Student
registration form (access on-line)
8th grade WEB leaders give the tour and answer questions
Fun music and pizza!
Parents, we have a special meeting just for you!
Learn about community issues and safety
Support your child’s social/emotional development
Access to school resources online
Support your child’s academic success
Buy PE clothes, ASB and Yearbooks; join PTSA
Bell Schedule School Day: 8:25-3:05 On Mondays, all six classes meet
and are approx. 50 minutes On Tuesdays and Thursdays, periods
1,3,5 meet and are approx. 1 hr. 45min
On Wed. and Fridays, periods 2,4,6 meet
Homeroom/SSR after lunch
How to help your child have an awesome year! Read the newsletter and know when report
cards are issued and carried home. Set a consistent structure for homework time Expect 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
Other Things to Remember
Most teachers do not accept late work Missing assignment = zero (teach
your children to factor GPA) There are no lockers (except for PE) We have showers in PE, but students
don’t shower (PLEASE have them bring deodorant, wipes, towel, etc.)
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.
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!
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