Trivia
What is a semester?
One half of the year. There are two semesters in a year.
I can use ___________ to help keep track of my homework
Planner
Who would you talk to if you want to change your schedule?
Counselor
6th Grade: Mrs. Brown
7th Grade- Mrs. Brown: Last names starting with M-Z
Mrs. Ogle: Last names starting with A-N
8th Grade: Mrs. Ogle
What sports can 6th graders participate in at NMS?
None.
7th and 8th grade students have the option to participate in athletics.
True or False- I can choose what elective I take
True.
How many classes will you have in a day?
8 Classes
Setting _______ and working towards them will help me succeed
Goals
If I am tardy to class _____ times, I will get an after school detention
3
“Once a student has received 3 tardies in any class for a semester they will receive an after school detention. At 6 tardies in any class they will receive another detention. If a student receives 9 tardies in a class in a semester they will receive a day of ISS, and then a day of ISS for each time they are tardy after that within the semester. Be on time to class!”
True or False- My parents can access my grades online
True. Parents can use Campus Parent (electronic portal) to view your grades.
Students can also use Infinite Campus to monitor grades and assignments themselves
Late work will be accepted all year with no penalty.
False
"Late work will be accepted through the end of the quarter. There will be a 10% point deduction for late work during first semester. There will be a 20% point deduction for late work during second semester."
How many minutes do you get for passing period?
4 Minutes
I should _______ in order to do well on my tests
Study
How long do you have to contact the counselor about a schedule change?
Students will be allowed to request schedule changes through the end of the first full week of each semester. After the end of the first full week students will be required to gain administrator approval prior to changes being made.
How many books can you check out from the library at 1 time?
I will have an advisory period at the end of the day (8th hour)
True. All students have advisory from 2:23-2:54.
What is the grading system at the middle school?
Letter Grades
A- Excellent Outstanding Work
B- Superior Above Average Work
C- Average Work
D- Inferior Below Average Work
F- Failure Failing Work
Give an example of a study skill
Possible Answers:
Select a consistent place to study.
Don’t wait until the last minute.
Buy a planner and use it
Dedicate space for each class in locker/bookbag.
Stay organized throughout the year.
Make study cards.
Make your own study guide.
Talk about assignments with friends.
If you are struggling, ask for help.
Make academics a focus in your life.
Which locker are you required to have a lock on, hallway locker or gym locker?
You are required to have a lock on your gym locker.
Your hallway locker will not come with a lock, if you would like a lock on it, the office provides them.
Can you still participate in sports even if you have bad grades?
You are not allowed to participate in a school sponsored sport.
"Students receiving a grade of an F on their mid-term or quarter grade report will not be eligible for participation for one calendar week."
I have to change for gym class.
True
The following list of equipment is used by the Nevada Middle School as the physical education uniform to be worn by all 6th, 7th and 8th grade students:
T-shirt (school colors encouraged)
Shorts (school colors encouraged)
1 pr. Tennis shoes
Deodorant (unbreakable container)