Kellogg Middle School School of Distinction Vision

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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.

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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

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Schedule
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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

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Six Class Opportunities

• Elective Class Combinations
• 3 Trimester Electives
• 1 Year Long Elective

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Zero Period Option

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

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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

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Academic Support

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

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2007 - 2008

• Kellogg
• Electives
• Offerings

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Full Year Elective Classes World Languages

• Spanish I
• Communication
• Conversational
• Culture, Geography, Music, Games

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Full Year Elective Classes World Languages

• Spanish II
• Reinforcement
• Enhancement
• Real World Simulations
• Culture, Games, Music and Geography
• Skits
• Pre-requisite Spanish I

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Full Year Elective Classes World Languages

• French I
• Natural approach
• Communicative activities
• Culture, games, songs
• Internet research

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Full Year Elective Classes World Languages

• French II
• Continuation of the natural approach
• Dialogues
• Simulations
• Pre-requisite French I

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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

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Full Year Elective Classes Music - Band

• Concert Band
• Open to All 7th Graders
• At least One year of Elementary Band recommended
• No Audition Required

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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

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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!

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Trimester Elective ClassesThe Arts

• Ceramics I, II
• Hand-building
• Glazing
• Kiln
• Wheel Throwing
• Fee 15.00

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Trimester Elective ClassesThe Arts

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

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Trimester Elective ClassesThe Arts

• Sculpture
• Hands-on 3-dimensional art class
• Additive, subtractive, modeling techniques
• Variety of media
• Fee 15.00

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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

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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

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Trimester Elective ClassesFamily and Consumer
Science

• Chefs School I, II
• Cooking skills
• Food preparation
• Nutrition
• Safety
• Fee required 15.00

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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

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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.

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Trimester Elective ClassesIndustrial Technology

• Wood Technology I
• Safety
• Hands-on
• Tools and machines
• Fee Required 25.00

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Trimester Elective ClassesIndustrial Technology

• Wood Technology II
• Advanced
• Safety
• Fee required 25.00

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Trimester Elective ClassesSchool Service

• Leadership
• Effective leaders
• Teambuilding, social skills, organization
• Plan activities, assemblies, spirit days, etc.

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Trimester Elective ClassesSchool Service

• Peer Tutor
• Counselor approval
• Training
• Social interaction
• Special needs help

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Trimester Elective ClassesSchool Service

• Office/Teacher/Library Assistant
• Dependable, responsible, motivated, independent,
• Tutoring, set up, etc.
• Approval by counselor

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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

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Technology

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

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Athletics

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

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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)

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Activities

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

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Registration Form