Come join us as you boost and enrich your skills for next year!

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1 Come join us as you boost and enrich your skills for next year! Hazelwood Central Middle School Mr. Steve Richards, Principal Old Jamestown Road Florissant, MO (314) Hazelwood North Middle School Dr. Crystal Rieter, Principal 4420 Vaile Road Florissant, MO (314) Hazelwood Southeast Middle School Mr. Chauncey Granger, Principal 918 Prigge Road St. Louis, MO (314) Hazelwood East Middle School Dr. Gary Jansen, Principal 1865 Dunn Road St. Louis MO (314) Hazelwood Northwest Middle School Mrs. Nicole Huffman Principal 1605 Shackelford Road Florissant, MO (314) Hazelwood West Middle School Ms. Lisa Ostrowski Principal Missouri Bottom Road Hazelwood, MO (314)

2 Mission The mission of the Hazelwood School District is to launch learners on a quest for high standards, fairness and distinguished achievement. Vision The Hazelwood School District will be a premier learning community characterized by excellence, equity and high expectations. Goals Hazelwood students will meet or exceed state standards in all curricular areas, with emphasis in reading and writing, mathematics, science and social studies. Hazelwood teachers will acquire and apply the skills necessary for improving student reading and writing. Hazelwood School District, the community and all families will support the learning of all children. Governing Principles Equity Positive culture Accessibility to information Responsible innovation Safety and security People-friendly Child-focused Fiscally responsible Excellence Diversity Fairness Program Description The program will provide a variety of remedial and enrichment courses. These courses are designed to assist students in achieving optimal individual growth. The courses offered are for those students completing grades 5 through 8 in the school year. 2

3 SUMMER SCHOOL DATES Wednesday, June 8, 2016 Thursday, July 7, 2016 Summer School will not be in session on Monday, July 4, 2016 Summer school courses will be offered at three Hazelwood middle schools. All students are invited to attend summer school, though students who demonstrate the need for skill-building in the core areas will be required to attend based on the recommendation of the building principal, grade level administrator and counselor. Student MAP scores, evaluate testing data, writing prompts, attendance, discipline and overall academic performance during the regular school year will be considered when making decisions on whether or not a student is required to attend the summer school program. Students who are required to attend will be promoted to the next grade level upon successful completion of the summer school program. Students enrolling in summer school may register for one or two courses of interest. Students who are required to attend summer school must take two courses assigned by their grade level counselor or administrator. To enroll, registration forms must be completed and returned to school by Friday, May 13, Attendance for the Hazelwood summer school program is extremely important. Students attending summer school will be allowed to miss only three days before they will be removed from the program. Summer sessions will be held at three middle school sites: Schools (students from these schools will attend the sites listed in the next column) Site Central Middle North Middle East Middle Southeast Middle Northwest Middle West Middle Central Middle School Southeast Middle School West Middle School Hazelwood School District 2016 Middle School Summer Registration Forms are available on the District Web site at and also at your school office. 3

4 2016 Middle School Summer School Expectations and Guidelines All students are invited to attend summer school, though students who demonstrate the need for skill-building in the core areas will be required to attend based on the recommendation of the building principal, grade level administrator and counselor. Registration Registration will end on May 13, Courses will be assigned on a first-come basis. Additional sections may be added or cancelled based on interest. QUEST Incoming 6 th graders only Schedule The summer program will begin June 8, 2016, and end July 7, There will be no courses on July 4, Classes will be held Monday through Friday from 8:10 a.m. to 11:55 a.m. The middle school summer program class schedule will consist of two classes. The class schedule will be as follows: 1 st Block: 8:10am - 10:05am 2 nd Block: 10:05am - 11:55am Dismissal 10:05 (for students enrolled in one course) Bus pick-up 11:55am (for students enrolled in two courses) Attendance Policy Students will only be allowed to miss three days of the middle school summer program before they will be removed without credit being given for the courses. Students will be considered tardy if they arrive to school after 8:10 a.m. Students who arrive to school after 8:10 a.m. are required to check in to the summer school office, where they will receive a pass for class. Three tardies will equal an absence. Teachers will take attendance at the start of each block. Parents/guardians of students who are not at school will be contacted by the summer school secretary to find out the reason for the student s absence. Each day of a suspension is considered a day of absence. Bicycles and Skateboards The school is not responsible for bicycles on school property. Bicycles must be secured in the bicycle racks. Skateboards are not allowed. Breakfast Breakfast will be available for purchase for 75 cents. Please contact your summer school location for more information. Identification Badges All students will be required to wear their identification badges in accordance with the Hazelwood School District Behavior Guidelines. Medication Parents/guardians should complete a medical form and provide any pertinent information to the school nurse by the first day of summer school. The parent/guardian should deliver all labeled medications to the school nurse. Students should not bring medications to school. 4

5 Transportation Hazelwood School District will provide bus transportation for those students who reside outside of the one mile radius. Hazelwood School District and/or Special School District buses will run at the beginning of the day (8:10 a.m.) and end of the day (11:55 a.m.). Transportation will not be available between courses. Students taking only one block of summer school must rely on parent pick-up or drop-off. Discipline The Hazelwood School District Board of Education recognizes that acceptable behavior is essential to the development of responsible, self-disciplined citizens and promoting an effective instructional program in the District s schools. Acceptable behavior is based on respect of self and of others. The development of such behavior in students is a dual function of the home and the school. The behavior of students should reflect the high standards of good citizenship required in a democracy. The Hazelwood School District Middle School Behavior Guide will be followed during the middle school summer program. Because detentions and in-school suspensions are not consequence options in summer school, the following consequences will apply: First infraction: Depending on the nature of the incident, the teacher will call home to talk to the student s parent/guardian and provide redirection in the classroom setting. If the incident warrants a referral to the summer school site coordinator, more serious consequences will be issued. Second infraction: Depending on the nature of the incident, the teacher will call home to discuss the student s behavior with the parent/guardian and provide redirection in the classroom setting. In addition, the student will meet with the summer school site coordinator to discuss the student s behavior and possible interventions. Third infraction: The student may be removed from the middle school summer program without credit being given for the courses. Summer school students are expected to follow all school, classroom and bus expectations, as well as the standards of the Hazelwood Student Discipline Behavior Guide. Disciplinary consequences for violating these expectations and/or Hazelwood s discipline policy may impact a student s opportunity to attend summer school and or/earn credit while enrolled in summer school. Dress code/uniform policy Students will follow the same dress code/uniform guidelines as the regular school year. Uniforms requirements vary by school. For details, please check with the school your child will attend. Cell Phones or Other Electronic Devices Cell phones and other electronic communication devices are defined as any item that can be used to communicate, play music and/or record information in either written, pictorial or video form. If a student brings a cell phone or electronic devise to school, it should be placed out of sight during instructional time. Recording video of discipline infractions will cause discipline for the person recording and confiscation of device for possible deletion of video. Cell phones and other electronic devices are brought at your own risk; thefts will not necessarily be investigated. Special Education and Related Services/ ESY/ELL Special education and related services are available from the Special School District (SSD) of St. Louis County. These services are available for your student based on information from the Individual Education Plan (IEP) team. The team may determine that your student qualifies for Extended School Year (ESY) services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA). Services, accommodations and settings are IEP team decisions and may include transportation as a related service. Contact your student s IEP case manager or SSD area coordinator for more information. English Language Learners (ELL) will be provided with support services during summer school. Supervision The summer school program is supervised by a summer activities coordinator under the direction of the building principal. The summer school activities coordinator is responsible for the coordination and administration of summer school. The coordinator will oversee the implementation of the curriculum, supervision of students and staff, ordering instructional materials and supplies, scheduling instructional activities and special programs, maintaining open communication with parents/guardians and enforcing the Hazelwood School District Middle School Behavior Guide. 5

6 Incoming 6 th grade students for the school year who are not required, may choose courses from this page. Course Descriptions 6 th Grade Transition Classes QUEST Session 1 (Course #96971Q) Grade: Incoming 6 th Grade June 8-21, 2016 Welcome to middle school, students will go on a Quest to learn what it means to be a successful middle school student. Students will have the opportunity to make new friends, become familiar with middle school, learn the expectations and rules of the middle school PBIS program, participate in team building activities, join students from other middle schools to participate in Junior Achievement s BizTown and become comfortable with understanding the transition. QUEST Session 2 (Course #96973Q) Grade: Incoming 6 th Grade June 22-July 7, 2016 Welcome to middle school, students will go on a Quest to learn what it means to be a successful middle school student. Students will have the opportunity to make new friends, become familiar with middle school, learn the expectations and rules of the middle school PBIS program, participate in team building activities, join students from other middle schools to participate in Junior Achievement s BizTown and become comfortable with understanding the transition. One or more of the following experiences will be introduced in conjunction with the above courses. Communication Arts (Course #96180Q) Students will read fun fictional and non-fictional materials while getting creative with their literacy skills. Mathematics (Course #96390Q) Students will enhance their understanding of various math concepts by using drawings, patterns, reasoning and exploration of number sense through fun games and projects. Social Studies (Course #96290Q) Students will have fun exploring early civilizations of the world. Science (Course #96490Q) Students will have fun as they do hands-on activities to learn about populations, ecosystems and chemical interactions. 6

7 Grade: 6 th Blocks: 1 or 2 Course Descriptions Communication Arts Exploring Books and More (Course #96132) This course is designed for students to work on reading and writing strategies in fun and creative ways. Students will improve their note-taking and summarization skills. The lessons in this course will allow students the opportunity to participate in literature circles and the six trait writing process. Mathematics MATH Explorations (Course #96333) Mathematics is the science of numbers, space and patterns. In this course, students will observe, analyze, discuss, investigate, write and review math concepts. Social Studies Finding Civilization (Course #96233) This course will review and increase the knowledge of the major early historical civilizations of the world. Students will get a taste of the cultural, political and economic aspects of various historical regions. The students will learn terminology associated with the study of each society. This is a social studies class made fun! Science Young Scientist (Course #96432) Students will use their imaginations, knowledge and talents to review their scientific processing skills. They will have the opportunity to work on basic statistics, use scientific tools, practice communication skills, design and conduct experiments and analyze and evaluate data. Future scientists will be born in this course. Grade: 7 th Blocks: 1 or 2 Communication Arts Word Wizards (Course #97132) In this course students will sharpen their writing skills through the writing process, figurative language and/or poetry, multi-step directions and expository paragraphs. Mathematics Mathematical Thinking (Course #97332) Mathematics enhances our understanding of the world and the quality of our participation in society. The students will have the opportunity to review variables and patterns, similarity and scale factors, along with ratios and percents. Social Studies Medieval Fun (Course #97232) Students will gain a deeper understanding of ancient world history. They will learn about ancient Greece, Rome, medieval and renaissance history. This course is a great opportunity for students to make comparisons of past and present events. Science It s All About the Motion (Course #97432) Students will use scientific tools to interpret scientific information. They will design, conduct and evaluate scientific experiments. The unit of study is the Energy, Machines and Motion. Ready or not, the students in this course will explore both physical science and technological design concepts. 7

8 Grade: 8 th Blocks: 1 or 2 Course Descriptions Communication Arts Fun with Non-Fiction (Course #98132) Students will review and gather additional practice with non-fiction materials. This course is centered on non-fiction, organization, expository essays, problem/solution essays and post reading strategies of note-taking and summarization. Students also get practice with fluency. Mathematics Math-O-Rama (Course #98332) Students in this class will review and gain a more intensive experience with positive and negative numbers, rational numbers, linear relationships, three-dimensional measurement of volume and data distribution. Who says math is not fun? Social Studies Let s Make History (Course #98232) Students will study U. S. history from colonization to They will learn about important eras in U. S. history as well as challenges to our constitutional rights during these historical periods. Students will put themselves in the roles of lawyers, arguing landmark cases as they learn about the political, social and economic issues of our nation s past. Science Facts of Matter (Course #98432) This course is designed for students to learn how matter interacts and behaves. Students will interpret scientific information and discover characteristics of matter, mixtures and solutions, compounds, elements and chemical reactions of matter. Students will participate in more progressively abstract concepts as they identify and investigate problems. Electives Grades: 6 th, 7 th and 8 th Blocks: 1 or 2 Artistic and Talented (Course #96512, #97512, #98512) Calling all creative students! This course is for you. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the principles and elements of design through the use of paint, clay, pencils, charcoal or fibers. Students will be able to express their own personal statement of style and content. Let s Get Physical (Course #96732, #97732, #98732) Come join the fun! Play organized games, experience challenging activities and get exercise all at the same time! Students will participate in a variety of activities like soccer, basketball, volleyball, ping pong and much more. Movin and Groovin (Course #96612, #97612, #98612) Take time this summer to get your groove on. In this course, students will participate in a fine arts experience. Students will have the opportunity to develop an appreciation for the arts as well as understand the role of fine arts in our society and other cultures. This course will give students the chance to try their hand at singing, dancing and/or playing basic instruments. Around the World with Foods, Fashions and Families (FACS) (Course #96564, #97564, #98564) Family and Consumer Science students will use technology to explore countries around the world, learning about types of food, food customs and clothing styles as influenced by geographical and social customs, and family customs and relationships. Students will perhaps even taste test recipes from different cultures comparing with foods from the United States. Nos Divertimos (Spanish) (Course #96174, #97174, #98174) Students will have the opportunity to learn conversational Spanish and explore the Spanish culture through music, poetry, arts and crafts. 8

9 CONTACT INFORMATION Parent/Guardian Name: Address: Relationship: Home #: Work #: Cell #: Emergency Contact Name: Address: Relationship: Home #: Work #: Cell #: Alternate Contact Name: Address: Relationship: Home #: Work #: Cell #: Student s Physician s Name Phone Number Hospital Preference Signature of Parent/Guardian Date Student Signature Date Counselor Signature Date 9

10 HAZELWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT STUDENT HEALTH INVENTORY Student: Last First M.I. School: Grade: Date of Birth: Gender: Male or Female *District policy requires a doctor s signed, written request for administration of prescription medication. Circle all that apply to your student: ADD/ADHD Yes No Medication Allergies, seasonal Yes No Medication Allergies, food Yes No Epi Pen? Yes No List foods Allergies, insects Yes No Epi Pen? Yes No Allergies, medication Yes No Please list Allergies, other Yes No Asthma Yes No Medication Diabetes Yes No Medication Difficulty Hearing (tubes, hearing aids, hearing loss) DOES YOUR CHILD NEED: Special seating: (Physician s Note Needed) Restricted physical education: Difficulty Seeing (Glasses / Contacts) If yes, how old are the glasses? Epilepsy/ Seizures Yes No Date of last seizure Heart Condition / Disease Yes No Mental / Emotional Condition Yes No Migraines Yes No Medication Nosebleeds: Yes No Sickle Cell Yes No Date of last event Orthopedic problems Yes No Skin Condition Yes No Explain Wheelchair / Braces / Walker Go to the dentist Yes No Last appointment? Any other medical conditions that your child s doctor has diagnosed: Student s Physician Physician s Phone Address Date of last physical exam In case of accident or serious illness, I request that the school contact me. If the school is unable to reach me, I hereby authorize the school to take the steps necessary to insure the well being of the above-named student, which may include calling If the parent/guardian cannot be reached, the emergency contacts provided will be called. The cost of medical attention and ambulance is the responsibility of the parent/guardian. Signature of Parent / Guardian Relationship Date 10