KMS WELCOMES THE CLASS OF 2022

Principals and Counselors

Principal: Counselors:Bob Atteberry Crystal McElrath(6th grade)

Jeff Brown (7th grade) Jackie Grant (8th grade)

Registrar:

Hermi Garcia

Assistant Principals:

James Paschall (A-K)

Jennifer Holloway (L-Z)

6th Grade Course Requirements(7 periods a day)

RELA Reading/ English/ Language Arts-Blocked class (2 periods a day)

Math

Science

Social Studies

PE All Year

One Elective Choice

Pre-AP Classes

• Pre-AP

– math, rela, science, and social studies

– Homework expectations are higher in Pre-AP.

– Greater depth and complexity

– Math Pre-AP moves at a faster pace to prepare students for Algebra in 8th grade

Rela Pre-AP• Summer reading required (will be on KMS

website)

• Summative assessment over this book during the 1st six weeks

• 6th grade RELA PreAP book will be announced before the summer and posted on KMS website.

Math and Reading Strategies

– Placement based on 5th grade data & STAAR scores

– Determined by academic lead teachers, counselors, principals, etc.

Tutoring8:00-8:25AM and 4:00-4:25PM

MONDAY-Reading/Language Arts (RELA)

TUESDAY-Math

WEDNESDAY-Science

THURSDAY PM ONLY-Social Studies

FRIDAY AM ONLY-Social Studies

Elective Choices• Year long electives (both semesters)

– Band– Orchestra– Choir– AVID

• Fine Arts Composite– Art (one semester)– Theater Arts (one semester)

KMS Band • Year long elective

• Director: Mr. Fennell

• Begins in 6th grade

• Concerts

•Do not buy an instrument before meeting with Mr.

Fennell.

KMS Orchestra

• Year long elective• Director – Mr. Hale• Begins in 6th grade• Concerts• Instrument Selection:

• Do not buy an instrument before meeting with Mr. Hale.

KMS Choir• Choir lasts all year (2 semesters)• Ms. Fulford is our choir director.• Beginning Choir is designed to introduce

students to individual and group vocal productions.

• Students will perform at various concerts, community events, and competitions throughout the year.

Fine Arts Composite• Art

- Lasts one semester

- Can also be taken in 7th and

8th grade beginning class

- Prerequisite for advanced

art classes.

• Theater Arts– Lasts one semester– Can also be taken in a 7th

and 8th grade intro class– Class productions

What is AVID?AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination

“AVID’s mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students

for college readiness and success in a global society.”

Because an AVID student is in a program that requires a multitude of

resources from the school and district, we expect a multitude of diligence,

effort, time and academic success from our AVID students.

What is AVID?AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination

• It is a college-preparatory program designed to prepare students performing in the academic middle who have the potential to succeed in rigorous courses, but may be underachieving in level-classes.

•AVID students must be enrolled in at least one pre-AP class. (PreAP Math is required)

• It is for students who want to take Advanced Placement or Dual-Credit classes in high school.

• It is for students who have the desire and determination to do their best in school and become leaders!

• It is for students who want to attend a four-year college or university.

What is AVID?AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination

What do I do if I am interested in applying for AVID?

1. Stop by the AVID table during parent information night for handouts and an application

2. Go to the Kingwood Middle website for an AVID application and information

3. If interested, you and your child complete the AVID application and return it to your elementary counselor. Someone from KMS will pick up the applications from the elementary campus.

4. Decisions for acceptance into the AVID program will be made before May of this year.

PE

• All 6th graders take one year of PE.• Separate from 7th and 8th grade PE• Showers are recommended, but not required.• PE uniform should be labeled with student’s name.• Belongings should be locked in student’s locker. Do not

share locker combination with anyone!

KMS Bell Schedule

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday

1st Period 8:35-9:30

2nd Period 9:34-10:34

3rd Period 10:38-11:33

6th Lunch 11:33-12:03

4th Period 12:03-1:03

5th Period 1:07-2:02

6th Period 2:06-3:01

7th Period 3:05-4:00

Students have 4 minutes between classes.

KMS Bell Schedule

Thursday Late Arrival

1st Period 10:15-10:55

2nd Period 10:59-11:39

6th Lunch 11:39-12:06

4th Period 12:06-1:04

3rd Period 1:08-1:48

5th Period 1:52-2:32

6th Period 2:36-3:16

7th Period 3:20-4:00

Doors open from 7:45 – 8:30 for breakfast. Students may study in the cafeteria. Doors reopen at 9:45.

What will my schedule look like if I choose Band?

Period 1st Semester 2nd Semester

1. RELA RELA

2. RELA RELA

3. Band Band

4. Science Science

5. Math Math

6. P.E. P.E.

7. Social Studies Social Studies

What will my schedule look like if I choose Orchestra?

Period 1st Semester 2nd Semester

1. Science Science

2. Orchestra Orchestra

3. RELA RELA

4. RELA RELA

5. PE PE

6. Social Studies Social Studies

7. Math Math

What will my schedule look like if I choose Choir?

Period 1st Semester 2nd Semester

1. Science Science

2. Choir Choir

3. RELA RELA

4. RELA RELA

5. PE PE

6. Social Studies Social Studies

7. Math Math

What might my schedule look like if I choose to take the Fine Arts composite elective?

Period 1st semester 2nd Semester

1. RELA RELA

2. RELA RELA

3. P.E. P.E.

4. Science Science

5. Social Studies Social Studies

6. Beginning Art Theatre Arts

7. Math Math

A Sample Student Schedule with AVID Elective

6th Grade ScheduleFall Semester Spring Semester

(1) Math Math

(2) Science Science

(3) World Cultures World Cultures

(4) RELA RELA

(5) RELA RELA

(6) AVID AVID

(7) Band, Choir, Orchestra, Drama/Art, or PE

Planning Guide

• The Middle School Planning Guide provides information about Humble ISD’s policies and procedures and describes the different courses offered at the Middle School level.

• The Planning Guide is available on-line – check KMS or district website.

Student Registration Card  Front

• Elective choices

• Return to 5th Grade teacher by

  February 13, 2015

• June 10th - Deadline to make changes

Back5th grade teachers determine placement based on District criteria.

Parent may request a change in placement, circle and initial the choice.

Refer to curriculum handbook for questions.

Student and Parent should sign the elective card.

6th Grade Orientation

• Student Orientation is held prior to the first day of school. Our 6th grade students get acquainted with KMS, and parents are encouraged to attend.

• Watch the KMS web for Student Orientation!

• Students receive the following:– Schedule, books, PE uniforms, locker shelves

– Locker assignment and combination

– Lunch keypad number

6th Grade Orientation

AUGUST 2015You may purchase the following:

• Locker shelves $ 5.00

• PE Uniform $20.00– T-Shirt $10.00; Gym Shorts $10.00

• Cougar Planner $ 10.00

Locker Shelves

Student Planner • Students are

encouraged to use their Cougar Planner daily to stay organized!

School Wide Binders• 3 inch binder

• Pencil bag

• Planner

• Dividers for each class

LockersAll students are assigned

lockers.

Do not share combinations with anyone!

Practice working a combination lock this summer.

An organized locker leads to success.

KMS Cafeteria Information • Hot Lunch

Regular lunch tray - choose 1 of 2 entrees, 2 veggies or fruits with home made roll and milk

• Basket Line Choose 1 of 2 entrees French Fries, Fruit, Milk, Salad or Sub

• Snack Bar Everything from chips to malts and candy bars

• Please learn to work a

combination lock (Master brand) over the summer.

• You will receive a locker assignment and combination during orientation, and you need to memorize these numbers!

• Each student will have a lunch keypad number like they had in elementary school.

• Students are to keep backpacks in their locker.

• Forgotten items may be delivered to the front office before 6th grade lunch, and they will be delivered to you during lunch.

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Please check the KMS website for the following information in early August!

• 6th grade orientation dates and times

• Campus information• Bell schedules• School supplies• Tutoring

• Teacher Websites– Assignments and test information

• Grades online

Thank you!