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2018-19 Journey To The Middle Parent Information Night Welcome to Gregg Middle School!

Important Information Sixth grade students are given a tour of the Gregg Middle School campus on the first day of school. During this tour, students will have their class schedule in hand as the tour moves about the campus.

Sixth grade students are separated from 7th and 8th graders. Morning: Different courtyard areas Classrooms: Mostly located in same hallway Lunch/Courtyard: 3 different lunch times Dismissal: Students remain in classrooms until dismissed.

GMS School Expectations " PRIDE " Be P repared... Be R esponsible for Yourself ( I ) Be D etermined to E xcel  Gregg Middle is a PBIS school.  Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is a nationally recognized process that helps create safe and more effective schools.

GMS School Expectations  Teachers and school staff focus on improving the ability to teach and support positive behaviors for all students.  It is a grade-level-centered process that focuses on problem solving, planning and evaluation.  Students are rewarded with Mustang Pride Cards for showing their Mustang PRIDE. These cards can be redeemed for a small reward through Guidance.

Forms of Communication  "Teacher and Course Expectations" are sent home at the beginning of the year.  Conferences can be scheduled through the teacher or school.  GMS Phone #: 843-871-3150  Email  REMIND texts/emails  School Website: www.ddtwo.org/gms  Agenda Book  Parent Portal

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 Parent involvement is greatly encouraged. It is VITAL to your student's success in Middle School.  6 th - 8 th grade (The "Middle Years") is NOT the time to back off.  Your student needs your support through these transition years.

Agenda Book  The agenda is a place for students to write down homework assignments, upcoming tests and projects.  It is also used as a pass to places on campus such as the restroom, Media Center, Guidance, nurse’s office, etc.  It is a great communication tool between parents and teachers.

Student IDs  Students are required to wear a picture ID and lanyard to be worn at all times during the school day.  Replacement ID- $5.00  Replacement lanyard- $1.00  Temporary ID- $1.00  Gold Card IDs are awarded to students for earning an A/B average in all classes (including ACE and electives) as well as maintaining a referral-free school year.

HOMEWORK  It is critical to practice skills taught in the classroom.  Parents are encouraged to check teachers' webpages, messages, and/or emails for assignments.  We ask parents to consult teacher webpages for information and class handouts. These pages can be found on the school's website.

BOOK BAGS  Book bags are kept inside lockers from 1 st period until the end of the day.  Purchase book bags that can be "rolled up" and placed inside lockers.  Do not use book bags with wheels.

LOCKERS & SUPPLY LISTS  Buy a practice lock (combination style) for practice over the summer.  Supply Lists will be available during Facts & Fees.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Specific questions concerning Special Education, please see Mrs. Davies, 6 th Grade Special Education Teacher, in Room 714.  If your child has a Health Plan or if you have medical concerns, please contact GMS School Nurse Lisa Shephard at 843-871-3050 or lishephard@dorchester2.k12.sc.us.

Read to Succeed The State of South Carolina’s plan for ensuring all students are reading at or above grade level.

Reading Opportunities Available at GMS  2 Book Fairs (Fall and Spring)  Choose books from Media Center  Destiny (Catalog of GMS Library’s resources)  Overdrive (DD2 Digital Library- Free digital books for all students)  DISCUS (SC Virtual Library- Free magazines, newspapers, and reference books available 24/7)  SC Junior Book Awards- (Students earn money by reading nominated books each year)  And more! Additional information is located on the GMS Media Center webpage.

REQUIRED REQUIRED REQUIRED Sixth-Grade GATE Summer Reading *Every rising sixth-grade GATE ELA student is required to read The False Prince by Jennifer A. Nielsen.

ELECTIVE CLASSES  Each student will choose electives online  Follow the directions on the handout  Watch Fine Arts videos to help make the decision

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  This presentation is available on the GMS School Webpage.  If you have questions, please contact the GMS Guidance Department at 843-871-3150 or ogillens@dorchester2.k12.sc.us.

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