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Title: Kellogg Middle School School of Distinction Vision


1
Kellogg Middle School School of Distinction
Vision
  • Kellogg is a learning community that values the
    diversity and dignity of all its members
    students, staff, families and community.
  • Through a commitment to high expectations for
    academic success, a positive school climate, and
    a shared vision, we will teach and encourage each
    student to become self-reliant and a contributing
    member of the Kellogg community.

2

Welcome Registration Information 2007-2008
  • Principal Lori Longo
  • Assistant Principal Linda Miller
  • 7th Grade Counselor Molly Forry
  • Are you Ready To Be A Middle School Parent?
  • Tuesday May 22 700 - 830 PM

3
Schedule
4
Six Class Opportunities
  • 5 Required Classes in 7th and 8th Grades
  • Full Year
  • Math, Science, English and Social Studies
    (Standard or Honors)
  • 7th Grade 1 Trimester of Knights
  • 2 Trimesters of Health/Fitness
  • 8th Grade 1 Trimester of Exploratory Art 8
  • 2 Trimesters of Health/Fitness

5
Six Class Opportunities
  • Elective Class Combinations
  • 3 Trimester Electives
  • 1 Year Long Elective

6
Zero Period Option
  • Limited availability - dependent on staffing
  • 2 Year Long Electives
  • 75 minutes before school, Tue - Fri

7

Honors Classes
  • Make Application
  • 7th Grade Only
  • Integrated I
  • Open Enrollment
  • Accelerated Math 7
  • Integrated I (8th Grade)
  • Advanced English 7 8
  • Honors Science 7 8
  • Honors Social Studies 7 8

8
Academic Support
  • Math Techniques
  • Integrated Reading/Language Arts
  • Integrated Reading/Language Arts I
  • English Language Learners
  • Directed Studies

9
2007 - 2008
  • Kellogg
  • Electives
  • Offerings

10
Full Year Elective Classes World Languages
  • Spanish I
  • Communication
  • Conversational
  • Culture, Geography, Music, Games



11
Full Year Elective Classes World Languages
  • Spanish II
  • Reinforcement
  • Enhancement
  • Real World Simulations
  • Culture, Games, Music and Geography
  • Skits
  • Pre-requisite Spanish I



12
Full Year Elective Classes World Languages
  • French I
  • Natural approach
  • Communicative activities
  • Culture, games, songs
  • Internet research



13
Full Year Elective Classes World Languages
  • French II
  • Continuation of the natural approach
  • Dialogues
  • Simulations
  • Pre-requisite French I



14
All Kellogg Year-Long Music Classes
  • Are performance based classes with several
    evening and/or community concerts throughout the
    year
  • Focus on music fundamentals including furthering
    technique, music reading skills, and ensemble
    performing
  • Study music history and theory
  • Expose students to a wide variety of music
    literature
  • Year long elective classes require a 20.00 fee

15
Full Year Elective Classes Music - Band
  • Concert Band
  • Open to All 7th Graders
  • At least One year of Elementary Band recommended
  • No Audition Required

16
Full Year Elective Classes Music - Band
  • Symphonic Band
  • Open to All 8th graders
  • Audition/teacher recommendation required for 7th
    graders
  • Talk to your Elementary School band director if
    interested

17
Full Year Elective Classes Music - Band
  • Wind Ensemble
  • Kelloggs top band
  • Formed from outstanding 7th and 8th graders
  • Audition/teacher recommendation required for 7th
    graders
  • Students must be prepared for hard work!

18
Full Year Elective Classes Music - Band
  • Jazz Ensemble
  • Formed from outstanding 7th and 8th graders
  • Must sign up for a regular band class to
  • participate
  • Audition required for all members
  • Students must be prepared for hard work!
  • Class meets 1 hour before school -
  • About 715 - 815am Tue - Fri

19
Full Year Elective Classes Music - Orchestra
  • Concert Orchestra
  • Open to all 7th graders
  • At least one year Elementary Orchestra experience
    recommended
  • Opportunities for Chamber music and Solo
    performance

20
Full Year Elective Classes Music - Orchestra
  • Symphonic Orchestra
  • Open to all 8th graders
  • At least 2 years of Orchestra experience
    recommended
  • Opportunities for Chamber music and Solo
    Performance
  • Full Orchestra performances with members of the
    Wind Ensemble

21
Full Year Elective Classes Music - Choir
  • Concert Choir
  • Open to all 7th and 8th graders
  • Focus on vocal production, music reading skills,
    exposure to a wide variety of music
  • No previous musical or vocal experience is
    necessary

22
Full Year Elective ClassSchool Service
  • SWAT Team
  • Students Willing to Assist with Technology
  • 7th and 8th grade
  • Troubleshooting laptop problems for students and
    staff
  • Full year
  • Approved by Counselor and Tech staff

23
Trimester Elective ClassesThe Arts
  • Ceramics I, II
  • Hand-building
  • Glazing
  • Kiln
  • Wheel Throwing
  • Fee 15.00

24
Trimester Elective ClassesThe Arts
  • Drawing Painting I, II
  • Two dimensional techniques
  • Variety of materials
  • Learn drawing skills shading, line, perspective
  • Fee 10.00

25
Trimester Elective ClassesThe Arts
  • Sculpture
  • Hands-on 3-dimensional art class
  • Additive, subtractive, modeling techniques
  • Variety of media
  • Fee 15.00

26
Trimester Elective ClassesPerformance
  • Speech Drama I
  • Open to all 7th and 8th graders
  • Vocal and Physical expressiveness
  • Pantomime, dramatic improvisation, oral
    interpretation, and ensemble performance

27
Trimester Elective ClassesPerformance
  • Trimester Choir
  • Open to all 7th and 8th graders
  • Focus on vocal production, music reading skills,
    exposure to a wide variety of music
  • No previous music or vocal experience necessary
  • May be enrolled in on a full year basis

28
Trimester Elective ClassesFamily and Consumer
Science
  • Chefs School I, II
  • Cooking skills
  • Food preparation
  • Nutrition
  • Safety
  • Fee required 15.00

29
Trimester Elective ClassesTechnology
  • Computer Applications (8th Grade)
  • Students will learn how to effectively use Word,
    Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Skills learned will prepare students for high
    school, college, and the job market
  • Will meet the needs of all skill levels

30
Trimester Elective ClassesTechnology
  • Technology Productions
  • Opportunity to further develop skills in
    technology
  • Using iMovie, Garageband and iPhoto
  • Videotaping and editing footage to create a
    finished product for the Kellogg community to
    view.

31
Trimester Elective ClassesIndustrial Technology
  • Wood Technology I
  • Safety
  • Hands-on
  • Tools and machines
  • Fee Required 25.00

32
Trimester Elective ClassesIndustrial Technology
  • Wood Technology II
  • Advanced
  • Safety
  • Fee required 25.00

33
Trimester Elective ClassesSchool Service
  • Leadership
  • Effective leaders
  • Teambuilding, social skills, organization
  • Plan activities, assemblies, spirit days, etc.

34
Trimester Elective ClassesSchool Service
  • Peer Tutor
  • Counselor approval
  • Training
  • Social interaction
  • Special needs help

35
Trimester Elective ClassesSchool Service
  • Office/Teacher/Library Assistant
  • Dependable, responsible, motivated, independent,
  • Tutoring, set up, etc.
  • Approval by counselor

36
Each Student as an Individual
  • As you talk with your student about course
    options next year consider
  • Academic challenge
  • Student interests
  • Student goals
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Quality of life

37
Technology
  • Laptops
  • Issued at the beginning of school
  • Integrated in all classes
  • School website
  • iCal - Homework
  • SWIFT - documents grades 1X/month
  • Parental Controls

38
Athletics
  • Eligibility
  • Physical
  • Insurance
  • Emergency Card
  • Code of Conduct
  • Athletic Fee
  • ASB Card
  • Academics

39
Sport Seasons
  • Season One (September-October)
  • Cross Country (7/8 Boys and Girls)
  • Football (8 Boys and Girls)
  • Softball (7/8 Girls)
  • Season Two (November - January)
  • Boys Basketball (7/8)
  • Girls Volleyball (7/8)
  • Season Three (February- April)
  • Girls Basketball (7/8)
  • Wrestling (7/8 Boys and Girls)
  • Season Four (April - June)
  • Track (7/8 Boys and Girls)

40
Activities
  • ASB
  • Senators/Representatives
  • Clubs
  • Hang Time
  • Tutoring
  • Recreational Activities
  • Service Projects
  • Groups

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