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Tecumseh Middle School Grades Six, Seven, and Eight

Site Demographics:

Tecumseh Middle School has maintained an average of 448 students since the

2006-2007 school year. There are 34 classroom teachers divided into the following

areas: Special Education, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Mathematics, Fine

Arts, Foreign Language, Instructional Technology, Information Literacy/Library Media

Specialist, and Health, Safety, and Physical Education teachers. In addition, the middle

school also has 1 Principal, 1 Assistant Principal, 2 Counselors, 2 Secretaries, 1 Social

Worker, 1 Adjunct Teacher/Title VI Counselor, 2 Aides, 3 Paraprofessionals, 4 Cooks,

and 4 Custodians.

The Enrollment data for Tecumseh Middle School is as follows.

2006-2007 - 435

2007-2008 - 444

2008-2009 - 429

2009-2010 - 451

2010-2011 - 481

The Special Education data for Tecumseh Middle School is as follows.

2006-2007 - 63

2007-2008 - 60

2008-2009 - 53

2009-2010 - 51

2010-2011 - 52

The Economically Disadvantaged data for Tecumseh Middle School is as

follows.

2006-2007 - 341

2007-2008 - 373

2008-2009 - 365

2009-2010 - 289

2010-2011 318

Language Arts

Tecumseh Middle School

May 23, 2011

1. Where We Are:

We currently have the following course offerings:

6th

grade-Language Arts & AR

7th

grade- Language Arts & AR

8th

grade- Language Arts & AP Language Arts

Classes are designed for students to gain content knowledge at each grade level and apply

that knowledge learned to the next level language arts course. On the 2010 State Report

Card our scores do not reflect where we want to be academically in meeting the reading

standards of the Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests. We had a significant drop in scores

in the sixth grade. Grade seven and eight met the benchmark and were also above the

state average in reading and writing. Grade seven scored 75% in reading and grade eight

scored 76% in reading and 96% in writing.

2. Where We Want To Be:

Tecumseh Middle School desires to meet the benchmark of 70% in all grade levels. We

also would like to achieve a 3% gain of students scoring in the advanced category of the

Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests.

3. How Are We Going To Get There:

We plan to communicate more effectively as a department to align curriculum within the

department and with state standards, implement bench marking with pre and post testing

to better understand if students are learning the concepts being presented, implement two

part exams (knowledge level and application of knowledge learned), have more multiple

choice assessments, and target those students coming from grade five that had difficulty

with reading. We will also continue to provide remediation to those students scoring

limited knowledge or unsatisfactory on the Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests.

4. How Will We Monitor And Assess The Program:

The Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests will be the primary means of assessing our growth

in the areas of reading and writing. In addition, we will also use the S.T.A.R. test, the

diagnostic reports generated from the accelerated reader program, benchmark tests in the

classroom, and remediation progress. We will continue to use traditional assessments

such as; teacher observation, daily work, teacher generated materials, and oral reading.

OCCT Test Results in READING

6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade

2005-2006 - 91 2005-2006 - 89 2005-2006 - 86

2006-2007 - 88 2006-2007 - 91 2006-2007 - 94

2007-2008 - 89 2007-2008 - 90 2007-2008 - 94

2008-2009 - 67 2008-2009 - 85 2008-2009 - 76

2009-2010 - 54 2009-2010 - 75 2009-2010 - 76

OCCT Test Results in WRITING

8th Grade

2005-2006 - 98

2006-2007 - 98

2007-2008 - 99

2008-2009 - 97

2009-2010 - 96

Mathematics

Tecumseh Middle School

May 26, 2010

1. Where We Are:

We currently have the following course offerings:

6th

grade-math and advanced math

7th

grade- math and Pre-Algebra

8th

grade- Pre Algebra and Algebra I

Classes are designed for students to gain content knowledge at each grade level and apply

that knowledge learned to the next level math course. On the 2009 State Report Card our

scores do not reflect where we want to be academically in meeting the math standards of

the Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests.

2. Where We Want To Be:

We would like students to leave our school with math skills that will prepare them

for Algebra I at the high school level. We want student to be able to use higher ordered

thinking skills to analyze situations and solve problems. Students should be able to

transfer knowledge and use current skills to work with unfamiliar areas. We would also

like to see our students performing at or above state averages on the Okalahoma Core

Curriculum Tests.

3. How Are We Going To Get There:

We plan to communicate more effectively as a department to align curriculum

within the department and with state standards, implement bench marking with pre and

post testing to better understand if students are learning the concepts being presented,

implement two part exams (knowledge level and analytical problem solving), have more

multiple choice assessments, allow students being served on an IEP to use a calculator.

4. How Will We Monitor And Assess The Program:

We will look at the data on the pre and post testing along with the results of the

Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests to assess student learning. We will continue to

improve communication with teachers and parents. Our new math adoption text will also

help with assessing student learning, teachers will supplement technology and other

materials relating to the PASS objectives into their lessons.

OCCT Test Results in Mathematics:


2005-2006 - 88 2005-2006 - 88 2005-2006 - 89

2006-2007 - 84 2006-2007 - 91 2006-2007 - 92

2007-2008 - 79 2007-2008 - 89 2007-2008 - 90

2008-2009 - 59 2008-2009 - 67 2008-2009 - 68

2009-2010 - 45 2009-2010 - 65 2009-2010 - 70

EOI Test Results in Algebra I (for high school credit)

8th Grade

2005-2006 - 93

2006-2007 - 100

2007-2008 – 100

2008-2009 - 100

2009-2010 - 94

Science

Tecumseh Middle School offers:

6th Grade Science

7th Grade Science

8th Grade Science

o Pre Advanced Placement

o Regular Science

o Science Discovery classes (for 6th

, 7th

, and 8th

grade students)

All Science classes are aligned with PASS standards, and curriculum maps have been

developed for all classes. The textbook currently in use in all three grades is the Prentice

Hall Science Explorer Oklahoma Edition. Supplemental materials include the Guided

Reading Study Book and the adapted version of the same study book for special needs

students. An online subscription to Brain Pop also is used by all teachers as review and

enrichment activities on a regular basis.

What We Expect Students to Learn Through Science Classes:

All PASS Standards for 6th, 7th, and 8th grades

The recognition and use of key science concepts and inquiry skills

Process skills

o Scientific Method

o Metrics

o Graph interpretation

o Lab safety

Conceptual standards

o Life science

o Physical science

o Earth science

How We Know When Students Have Learned It Through Science:

Increased CRT and EXPLORE scores

Improved quarterly grades

Improved use of lab techniques and lab safety

Improved understanding and connection of relevant science terms

How Do We Respond When They Do Not Learn It?

Provide additional instruction through extended day programs

o Homework Helpers (after school)

o Zero Hour (lunch)

o Individual Teacher Tutoring (lunch/after school)

o Study Skills (during school hours)

RTI

o Assessment of need

o Counseling

o Double enrollment in Core Classes if needed

Parent involvement

o Conferences

o Emails

o Classroom visits

Classroom strategies

o Implement additional/varied skill practice

o Additional time to complete the skill

o Peer tutoring

o Assignments segmented into smaller sections

Using Technology Through The Science Department:

Attendance

Recording and managing grades

Organizing and managing lesson plans

Generating and storing assessments

Online science projects (laptop labs)

CRT practice tests

Research through the internet

Accessing textbooks

Email communication with parents

Library usage

Smartboard and Projector Projects

o CPS reviews and testing

o Bell Work

o Pertinent videos

o Power point presentations by teachers/students

o Note taking

o Internet research involving entire classroom

o Virtual classroom tours (National Zoo, etc.)

o Test review

o Test taking

o Student interaction with textbook software teaching tools

OCCT Test Results in Science

8th Grade

2005-2006 - 95

2006-2007 - 99

2007-2008 - 98

2008-2009 - 96

2009-2010 - 90

Social Studies


6th Grade Geography

7th Grade Geography

8th Grade American History

Civics

Multicultural Studies

Citizenship

All Social Studies classes are aligned with PASS standards, and curriculum maps have

been developed for all classes. The textbook currently in use in sixth and seventh grades

is Holt World Geography. Supplemental materials are map and image resources from

various internet sites and video collections. The textbook currently used in eighth grade

is Holt American History Beginnings to 1877. Supplemental materials used for eighth

grad are documentaries: The American Revolution, War 1812, Mexican - American

War, Civil war, Aftermath - Reconstruction, and U. S. Presidents, maps, and movies

(John Adams and Gods and Generals) are also used. Civics, Multicultural Studies, and

Citizenship have no specific text. Projects and supplemental material are used to create

the curricula for these classes.

What We Expect Students to Learn Through Social Studies:


The recognition and use of social studies terms and vocabulary

Geography skills for 6th and 7th grades

o Map Concepts

Regions

Characteristics

Conflict

Cooperation

Location

o Physical Systems

Climate

Weather

Natural Disasters

o Human Systems

World Cultures

Population Issues

o Human Environment Interaction

Natural Resources

Human Modifications

o Geography Skills

Maps

Charts

Graphs

American History Skills

o Recognition of History terms

o Events and reactions to events that developed into U. S. History

o Historic Events

Events that impacted the nation

Events that affected our government and principles of our nations

o Historic Persons

Actions of historic persons

Decisions of historic persons

Consequences of historic persons

o Historic Consequences

Intended outcomes of historic choices

Unintended outcomes of historic choices

o Historic Outcomes

Ability to recognize possible outcomes or possible consequences

o Historic application to modern day choices

Learning how history (personal and social) can be repeated or

prevented

o Development of skills in using historic tools

Reading maps

Using timelines

Formulating conclusions based on the available information at that

time

Gauging history based on the morals, values, and social norms of

it's time (not by present day standards)

How We Know When Students Have Learned It Through Social

Studies:



Increased use of social studies terms to develop ideas and answers to assessments

Improved high order thinking and reasoning skills




o Zero Hour (lunch)



RTI

o Assessment of need

o Counseling

o Double enrollment in Core Classes if needed

Parent involvement

o Conferences

o Emails

o Classroom visits




o Peer tutoring


Using Technology Through The Language Arts Department:

Attendance




Writing projects (laptop labs)

CRT practice tests


Accessing textbooks




o Bell Work

o Pertinent videos


o Note taking



o Test review

o Test taking

OCCT Test Results in Social Studies:

7th Grade Geography 8th Grade American History

2005-2006 - 93 2005-2006 - 86

2006-2007 - 93 2006-2007 - 85

2007-2008 - 91 2007-2008 - 85

2008-2009 - 93 2008-2009 - 87

2009-2010 - 92 2009-2010 - 76

Information Literacy


6th Grade Accelerated Reader



Reference Materials

Internet capable, ten unit computer lab

Smartboard

Specialized research center

The primary mission of the Tecumseh Middle school Library is to serve the students and

teachers by augmenting the library with new Accelerated Reader books, disks, reference

materials, and appropriate educational films so that lifetime reading/research skills can be

developed in each student. The materials available in the library are catalogued in an

automated system from Chancery called Library Pro. Technical assistance is available on

line at all times. We are a member of the Oklahoma State Video Cooperative which

enables us to attain films which augment our curriculum. Book Talks are presented each

semester to familiarize students with new literature in the library.

What We Expect Students to Learn Through Information Literacy:

All PASS Standards for 6th, 7th, and 8th grades research skills

The use of technology to research and write

Reading skill improvement

o Improved reading comprehension

o Improved reading level

o Increased interest in a variety of reading materials

o Development of a lifelong interest in reading/researching

o Improved and appropriate social skills while researching in the library

Research skills

o Increased skill in "surfing" the internet for appropriate material

o Improved skill in using research material effectively

o Increased vocabulary skills

How We Know When Students Have Learned It Through Information

Literacy



Improved research skills

Increased use of technology in research

Increased annual improvement in Accelerated Reader gains by grade/individual

Improved reading skills


Provide additional time to learn the skills necessary to function well in a library

setting

o Classroom visits to the library

o Book Talks in students' classrooms by media specialist

o Individual tutoring by media specialist


o Peer tutoring

Using Technology Through Informational Literacy:


Generating and storing Accelerated Reader assessments

Accelerated Reader

CRT practice tests


Accessing textbooks via the internet


Library usage


o CPS reviews and testing in classroom setting

o Pertinent videos




OCCT Test Results in READING


2005-2006 - 91 2005-2006 - 89 2005-2006 - 86

2006-2007 - 88 2006-2007 - 91 2006-2007 - 94

2007-2008 - 89 2007-2008 - 90 2007-2008 - 94

2008-2009 - 67 2008-2009 - 85 2008-2009 - 76

2009-2010 - 54 2009-2010 - 75 2009-2010 - 76

Languages


6th Grade American Sign Language



All American Sign Language classes are aligned with PASS standards, and curriculum

maps have been developed for all classes. The textbook currently in use in all three

grades is Learning American Sign Language. Supplemental materials include but are not

limited to, Learning American Sign Language DVD, Sign It Board Game, and Keep

Quiet flashcards.

What We Expect Students to Learn Through Languages:


The recognition of hand shapes and movements to represent meaning of words

Interaction with other students using sign language

How We Know When Students Have Learned It Through Languages:

Improved vocabulary recognition

Improved vocabulary skills

Increased use of vocabulary recognition

Increased use of vocabulary skills


Provide additional instruction

o Individual teacher/student work

o Peer teaching

o Additional time for assignment completion

o Additional / repetitive practice of signing skills




o Peer tutoring


Using Technology Through The Languages Department:

Attendance




DVD/projector use of American Sign Language





o Pertinent videos

o projected on Smartboard.)


o Note taking

o Test review

o Games

1. Jeopardy

2. Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?

CRT Test Results in Languages: NA

Career and Technology Education Program


6th Grade Career Exploration



o EXPLORE Career Interest Inventory

o Career Technology Center Tours

o Classroom visits by counselor to discuss Career Interest Inventory results

Career and Technology projects are aligned with the State Regents program which is

aimed at recognizing students for their strong academic performance as early as the

eighth grade. English, mathematics, reading, and science are academic areas which are

emphasized in the Oklahoma State Regents EPAS Recognition Program. In addition, the

counselor incorporates Holland's six personality types into the results of the of each

student's inventory. The inventory has sixteen career clusters which assist students in

determining their career preferences. Also the students' EXPLORE scores are explained

in reference to high school and postsecondary plans for education. A culmination of the

project is a tour of a Technology Center and a Career Fair conducted at the TMS

building.

What We Expect Students to Learn Through Career and Technology

Education Program:

Creation of personal career goals

Research possible career alternatives

Discover how present classroom goals effect career choices

Exploration of various career fields

o Education/Social Services

o The Arts

o Science and Technology

o Technical Fields

o Business Operations

o Administration and Sales

The effects of technology on the environment

How technology is used to create useful products and systems

How to think critically and problem solve using experimentation

How We Know When Students Have Learned It Through Career and

Technology Program:

Increased EXPLORE scores

More students opting for appropriate career preparation courses

More students researching career choices using information from the interest

survey

More informed participation in the Career Fair

More students participating in the Oklahoma Promise scholarship program

More informed choices in Technology Center career choices

Improved skills in successfully operating various software programs which are

essential to worldwide communication


Parent involvement

o Conferences

o Emails

o Pamphlets

Counseling strategies

o Individual career counseling

o Small group (classroom) counseling/guidance

o Career Fair interest surveys

Using Technology Through The Career and Technology Education

Program:




o Pertinent videos


o Student interaction with the Interest Inventory

EXPLORE Test Results

2006-2007 2007-2008 2008-2009

Reading 14.3 14.0 14.3

Math 14.2 14.0 15.1

English 13.5 13.5 13.6

Science 16.3 16.1 16.3

Composite 14.7 14.6 15.0

2009-2010 2010-2011 2011-2012

Reading 14.0 13.3

Math 14.3 14.0

English 13.6 12.8

Science 16.2 15.0

Composite 14.7 13.9

Fine Arts


6th Grade Choir

6th and 7th Grade Beginning Band

7th Grade Band

7th and 8th Grade Choir

8th Grade Advanced Band

All Fine Arts classes are aligned with the PASS standards, and curriculum maps have

been developed for all classes. Curriculum is based on music performance, which is

outcome-based education. Musical symbols and signs are taught through a variety of

ways: method books, daily drills, standard counting system, and a variety of musical

selections.

What We Expect Students to Learn Through Fine Arts:


The recognition and use of musical terms and symbols

Vocal and Instrumental Music

o Demonstrate proper posture

o Perform proper concert etiquette

o Notate simple pitch and rhythm patterns aurally

o Demonstrate musical expression

Tempo

Dynamics

Phrasing

Perform basic tonal patterns and rhythm

Read music

Conduction patterns

o Define elements of music

Melody

Rhythm

Harmony

Form

Tone color

Pitch

Tempo

o Recognize musical historic and cultural perspective

o Learn the appreciation of music

Audience

Performance

How We Know When Students Have Learned It Through Fine Arts:


Improved solo scores

Improved ensemble scores

Increased use of music terminology

Increased chair placement in honor groups

Improved contest scores



o Individual Teacher Tutoring (after school)

o Private Tutoring (private lessons)

Parent involvement

o Conferences

o Emails




o Peer tutoring

o Aural testing

Using Technology Through The Fine Arts Department:

Attendance




Part simplification with music writing programs

Tuning


Listening via the internet



o Power point presentations

o Note taking

o Assignments

CRT Test Results in Fine Arts: NA

Health - Safety - Physical Education


6th Grade Athletic Skills (Boys/Girls)

7th Grade HPER

8th Grade HPER

7th and 8th Grade Athletics

All HPER classes are aligned with PASS standards, and curriculum maps have been

developed for all classes. Physical fitness and safe physical training are the primary

goals of all HPER classes. Dexterity, fitness, and muscle tone are essential elements of

the curriculum along with social skills and team work.

What We Expect Students To Learn Through Health - Safety - Physical

Education:


To develop a routine of physical activity

o Agilities

o Throwing / catching skills

o Evasive games

o Jump Rope

o Hand / eye coordination

To develop a baseline knowledge of the value of life-long appropriate physical

activity

To develop team and individual skills

o Individual fitness routines

o Weight training

o Body composition

o Team sports

o Cooperative and collaborative training

To develop personal and social skill development

o Working together

o Applying rules and etiquette

o Learning about and using respect

o Understand benefits of physical activities

Weight

Physical fitness

How We Know When Students Have Learned It Through Health -

Safety - Physical Education

Improved fitness

Improved social abilities

Improved individual skills

Improvement in teamwork activities

Improvement in physical appearance

1. Weight

2. Appropriate muscle development

3. Posture

4. Agility

Improvement in attitude toward physical fitness


Create a more positive climate in the classroom

o Teams

o Individual testing to assist in personal evaluation of physical needs

o Differentiated activities designed for individual student needs




Using Technology Through The Health - Safety - Physical Education

Department:

Attendance


Accessing textbooks


Additional Activities Offered at TMS to Promote Physical

Fitness and Social Skills

o 7th Grade Athletics (Girls and Boys)

o 8th Grade Athletics (Girls and Boys)

o Health Classes

o Proper Diets

o Social Health

o Personal Hygiene

Health


6th Grade Health

7th Grade Health

8th Grade Health

All Health classes are aligned with PASS standards, and curriculum maps have been

developed for all classes. The textbook currently in use in all three grades is Glencoe

Teen Health. Supplemental materials used are:

Ten Real Life Stories

Bullying in Schools

Youth Tobacco Prevention Program

Shawnee News-Star

Appropriate videos on drug and alcohol abuse, bullying, and character education

What We Expect Students to Learn Through Health:


The recognition and use of health vocabulary

Personal health issues

o Being in charge of personal health

o Understanding how to be in charge of personal health

Safe and healthy relationships

Physical health and fitness

Decision making skills

o Drug abuse

o Safety

o Nutrition

o Disease prevention

o Environmental safety decisions

How We Know When Students Have Learned It Through Health:


Improved ability to defend personal decisions regarding health, nutrition, drugs,

safety issues, environmental issues, and other health related topics

Increased use of health vocabulary

Improved involvement with peers and teachers

Improved citizenship



o Zero Hour (lunch)



o Counseling

Parent involvement

o Conferences

o Emails

o Classroom visits




o Peer tutoring


Using Technology Through The Health Department:

Attendance




Writing projects (laptop labs)





o Bell Work

o Pertinent videos

o Group writing projects


o Note taking


o Test review

o Test taking

CRT Test Results in Health: NA

Instructional Technology


6th Grade Computer Keyboarding

o Projects using Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)





All Computer classes are aligned with PASS standards, and curriculum maps have been

developed for all classes. The textbook currently in use in all three grades is Century 21

Jr. Input Technologies and Computer Applications. Supplemental materials are Teacher

Created Resources Computer Basics and Computer Activities Through the Year.

Keyboarding is taught in a variety of ways including daily participation, keyboarding

technique, keyboarding speed, keyboarding accuracy, and written theory tests.

What We Expect Students to Learn Through Instructional Technology:


The recognition and use of computer terms

Keyboarding skills

o Correct keying position

o Correct reach techniques

o Satisfactory keyboarding speed

o Satisfactory keyboarding accuracy

Microsoft Office skills

o Microsoft Office Word

Simple MLA Reports

Basic Personal-Business and Business Letters

Projects involving text boxes; clipart; font formatting; etc

o Microsoft Office PowerPoint

Presentations involving slide design; clipart; custom animations;

font formatting; etc

o Microsoft Office Excel

Basic math formulas

Pie chart

How We Know When Students Have Learned It Through Instructional

Technology:

Improved keyboarding speed

Improved keyboarding accuracy

Improved word processing skills using Microsoft Office

Increased classroom test scores




o Open Lab (lunch)



Parent involvement

o Conferences

o Emails

o Classroom visits




o Peer tutoring


Using Technology Through The Instructional Technology Department:

Attendance




Keyboarding/Word Processing projects (Classroom Computers and Laptop Labs)

Research through the Internet


Projector Projects

o Bell Work

o Demonstrating computer lessons to classroom students

o Pertinent videos

o Power point presentations by teacher/students


OCCT Test Results In Instructional Technology: NA

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