Jefferson Middle School27900 RockwoodSt. Clair Shores, MI 48081

LAKEVIEW PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Mission Statement Jefferson Middle School uses

effective instructional strategies and an interactive, integrated curriculum so that students meet or exceed course expectations. We build partnership with families and the community, and provide a network of support services that promote a safe, responsible, and respectful environment.

Personal Experiences

Joslyn Brennan-Blue, 6th Grader Luke Hyde, 7th Grader Tessa Lau, 8th Grader Mrs. Wilczak, Parent

High School Graduation Requirements

English 4.0 Credits

Math 4.0 Credits

Science 3.0 Credits

Social Studies 3.0 Credits

Physical Ed. 1.0 Credit

Health/Nutri. 1.0 Credit

Arts (Vis, Prf, Apl) 1.0 Credit

World Language 1.0 Credit

Required 18.0 Credits

Electives 14.0 Credits

Total 28/32.0 Credits

JMS students begin fulfillingTheir first year of a two year world language requirement during their 8th grade year.

All 8th graders take Algebra 1 and Earth Science, both high school courses.

Curriculum Resources

www.michigan.gov/mde

GLCEs HSCEs

www.lakeview.misd.net Staff Staff directory Staff members are

listed alphabetically Click on the classroom

website links

www.corestandards.org

Resources Understanding the

Common Core A New Foundation

for Student Success

Elective Offerings

Performing Arts• Drama (6-8)• Vocal Music (6-8)• Music Exploration (6-8)• Band (6-8)• Orchestra (6-8)

Visual Arts• Intro to Art (6)• Arts & Culture (6)• 2-Dimensional Design (7-8)• 3-Dimensional Art Sculpture(7-8)• 3-Dimensional Art Ceramics (7-8)

Core Extensions• Patriot Publications (6-8)• Project Science (7-8)• Inventions/Marketing (6-8)• Physical Education (8) (required 6 & 7)

Technology/Industrial Arts• Computer Literacy (6-8)• Web Design (6-8)• Technology Lab (6-8)• Studio Skills (6-8)• Video Production (6-8)• Skills for Adolescence (6-8)• Graphic Design (7-8)• Applied Tech (6)• Woodworking (7-8)• Exploring Tech (7-8)• Industrial Tech (7-8)

Reaching All Learners Remediation

8th hour ASAP RiT Level Math

Classes Language! Morning

Homework Help Other

opportunities from teachers

Accelerated Opportunities Accelerated

Math Language Arts Social Studies Science

See p. 13 in the course selection book

Accelerated, Remediation, Interventionists, and 8th Hour ASAP Classes

14-15 Accelerated opportunities include; ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies

8th hour ASAP opportunities include: ELA & Math

Study Skills classes for ELA (replace electives)

Interventionists

MEAP, NWEA, Explore, and grades are used for placement

A rubric and teacher recommendations are used to differentiate placement of students into the program

Zeroes Aren’t Permitted

When a child is given a homework assignment and fails to complete the assignment by the given due date the student will be “ZAPPED”. The student will be given a ZAP form to take home along with the incomplete assignment.

This gives students one last chance to complete the assignment before actually being ZAPPED. The student is to: Complete the assignment Have their parent/guardian sign the ZAP form Return both the assignment and ZAP form to the ZAP

basket in the main office BEFORE 8:00 A.M. the next day.

ZAP continued If ANY of the above do not happen, the student will

receive a pass to their T2R class and will report to the cafeteria where they will complete the assignment and then read their T2R book silently. If the assignment is not completed at the end of the hour, they will take it home and turn it in to the ZAP basket the next morning, or they will be ZAPPED once again.

If a child continues to be ZAPPED: Parent/Guardian will be contacted Parent/Guardian will meet with administration Detentions and/or ISS will be assigned

Time to Read- T2R

25 minutes of sustained silent reading

12-15 minutes of JMS TV During the 2014-2015 school year

students will have the opportunity to read or to complete/get help with work during T2R

STUDENT SERVICESPrograms

Individual and small group counseling Educational support groups Parent education and counseling;

referrals to community resources Mentoring Proactive Programs

Yellow Ribbon (suicide prevention) Diversity Awareness Red Ribbon (substance abuse prevention) Anti-Bullying

STUDENT SERVICES

Classroom Presentations- 6th grade: Study Skills 7th grade: Conflict Resolution & Anti Bullying 8th grade: Decision Making/ Goal Setting 6th, 7th, and 8th grades Career Explorations

Standardized Tests: MEAP ACT – Explore NWEA

PBIS

JMS Boot Camp First week of school 2014-2015 All students will learn, practice, and

demonstrate expected behaviors in the following areas: Positive Behaviors Literacy and Studying Strategies

Reading Strategies Writing Strategies Math Strategies

Technology Attributes of Successful Students

Progress!

How have academics and behaviors changed as a result of our efforts? MEAP ACT

Spring 2013 Explore Results for the Class of 2017

  ELA Math Reading Science Composite

National Average 15.2 15.9 15 16.8 15.9

JMS 8th Graders Class of 2017

15.7 15.9 15.2 17.2 16.2

Cohort Growth Per Test from Spring 2012-2013 for the Class of 2017

  ELA Math Reading Science Composite

Class of 2017 Growth from 2012 to 2013

2.4 1.6 1.7 1.4 1.9

Extended Opportunities Kidz Korner (latch key)

Paid service 6:30 am-7:53 am 2:51 pm- 6:00 pm

Power Start (breakfast) Paid service 7:30 am-7:53 am

Morning Homework Help Free Two to three teachers volunteering M-F Media Center 7:15 am- 7:53 am

JMS Athletic Teams, Clubs, and Organizations

ATHLETIC TEAMS –

7TH & 8TH Grades

Fall Football (no tryouts)

Girls’ Volleyball (tryouts)

Cheerleading (tryouts)

Cross Country (no tryouts)

Winter Girls’ Basketball (tryouts)

Boys’ Basketball (tryouts)

Wrestling (no tryouts)

Spring Track (co-ed, no tryouts)

Swimming (no tryouts)

CLUBS

MITES

Jazz Band

Sports Reporters

Triathlon

Strato Club

Drawing

Shores Network for Action and Prevention

Patriots with Pride

French Club

Spanish Club

Workout Club

Robotics Club

Friends of Rachel

Girls on Track

“Action is the foundational key to all success.” Pablo Picasso

JMS Athletic Teams, Clubs, and Organizations ORGANIZATIONS

AND ACTIVITIES National Junior Honor

Society Student Government Spelling Bee Geography Bee School Parties Band, Orchestra, and

Choir Performances HOPE Fund

SUPPORT SERVICES

Tips/Seminars for Successful Parenting

Health Information Classes

Educational Support Groups

Mentoring Program 8th Hour A.S.A.P. A.M. Homework Help Latch Key Breakfast

8th Grade Washington D.C. Trip Chaperones Athletic Event Supervision Coffee Talks Meet the Teacher Night Parent Meeting - Human Sexual Development/Reproduction

courses Parent Teacher Conferences School Parties School Spelling Bee Superintendent’s Forums /Task Forces Athletic Event Concessions Girls’ & Boys’ Lock-in Market Day New Student Orientation PTSO Barbecue Lunch PTSO Meetings

Parental Involvement

Parent Teacher Organization

Parental Involvement

"STUDENTS WITH INVOLVED PARENTS ARE MORE LIKELY TO:

Earn higher grades and test scores, and enroll in higher-level programs;

Be promoted, pass their classes, and earn credits;

Attend school regularly; Have better social skills, show

improved behavior, and adapt well to school; and

Graduate and go on to postsecondary education" (Henderson & Mapp, 2002).

Parent Participation Check PowerSchool regularly Check Staff Websites regularly

JMS Workshops Specifically for Parents

Washington D.C. trip chaperone training

Superintendent’s Forums Coffee Talks PTSO Meetings Anti-bullying Special Education

Questions

Feel free to address any of us with questions you have regarding the educational opportunities JMS has available for your child(ren)

David Lavender, Principal 586-445-4130 dlavender@scslakeview-k12.com

All students can and must learn!

GO PATRIOTS!