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Robinson Middle / Homepage
vents r of E lenda visit: 59.org 2 d s u . binson o r / / : p t ht ed C updat n a r o F a Back to School Edition 2015 Welcome Back!! It’s hard to believe that it is time to start thinking about a new school year already, but it is just around the corner! I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you all to Robinson Middle School! We are very excited to begin the new school year! The first day of school for 6th graders is Monday, August 17th, 8:00-11:20. The first day of school for all students will be on Tuesday, August 18th. Buses will begin running effective August 17th. I am looking forward to a fantastic year at Robinson Middle School! Enjoy your final days of summer! I look forward to seeing you all soon! Principal Amy Champlin Secretary—Kim Meller 973-8690 Assistant Principal Stephanne Seals (7th grade M-Z, 8th grade) 973-8617 6th GRADE SNEAK PREVIEW Assistant Principal Joe Nelson (6th grade, 7th grade A-L) 973-8617 Parents and 6th grade students are invited to drop by for our special 6th Grade Sneak Preview Open House before school starts. On August 14, 4:00-6:00, 6th grade students may pick up their schedules and receive their locker assignments. This is an informal “come and go” event. Parents, please join your student as they become familiar with their classes, learn to work their combinations and meet their teachers! FALL FUNDRAISER On August 28 we will kickoff our all school IMPORTANT INFORMATION J.T. Fundraiser. Students will have until September 14 to take orders from their Teachers can be reached the first week of school. Check our website for email addresses and contact information at http://robinson.usd259.org Student schedules and locker assignments will be distributed on the 1st day of school. Students should report to the following locations after the 7:50 bell: 8th Grade — gym 7th Grade — north end of the cafeteria 6th Grade — office area family and friends. The money raised will be used to update our technology and classroom equipment needs. More details to follow. Thank you for your help! Regular school hours are 7:50 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. Students should not arrive before 7:30. Students should be picked up no later than 3:20 p.m. each day. There will be no schedule changes the first week of school. Please bring updated information regarding immunizations if necessary. NEWSLETTERS & ENROLLMENT Future newsletters will be sent electronically, like the previous school year. All newsletters will be available on the school website throughout the school year at http://robinson.usd259.org/ Enrollment documents and forms are also available on this site. Fall Pictures Fall Pictures are scheduled for September 15. Packet information will come home with students about one week prior to picture day. BACK TO SCHOOL EDITI ON 2015 PAGE 2 Please check the district’s enrollment Web site, www.enroll.usd259.org, during the summer months for the latest information. Online enrollment is scheduled to begin July 15. When enrolling online, please print your receipt if you pay online. Bring the receipt with you to enrollment. You will need to come to school for ID pictures, address verification, and to pick up shirts, lanyards, and other purchased items. July 30 — 12:00-7:00 July 31 — 9:00-3:00 August 3 — 12:00-7:00 August 4 — 12:00-7:00 New Student? Students new to Wichita Public Schools are required to enroll at their school site. Please call 973-8600 for information on enrolling a new student at Robinson Middle School. Proof of current address is required. Examples of proof of address: rent receipt, lease agreement, gas/electric bill, or mortgage payment stub. Unsure which school your student will attend? Contact Student Records at 973-4498. For additional information visit our District Enrollment Site. Fees Fees and meal payments may be made online at www.mypaymentsplus.com Robinson T-Shirts (optional) will be sold at Enrollment for $10.00. Other Robinson Gear will also be sold at enrollment. Get you RAM SPIRIT on!!! Full / Reduced Textbook Rental $47.00 / $23.50 Agenda/Planner $5.00 Locker Rental $1.00 Student ID $3.00 Explore & Leadership / per semester $10.00 Lanyard for Student ID $2.00 Memory Book $15.00 PE Lock $1.00 PE Uniform $18.00 (Shirt/$8 - Shorts/$10) Spanish $6.00 P.E. / per semester $5.00 Vocal / Orchestra / Band $10.00 Music Instrument Rental Full—$50.00 Reduced—$25.00 Free—$15.00 Art / per class / per semester $10.00 Teachers may require additional funds for specific items during the school year. BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 3 You are Invited... To The 6th Grade Sneak Preview This is a “come and go event” for 6th grade students and their families only. Date: Friday, August 14 Time: 4:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m. Where: Robinson Middle School (Check in at the cafeteria) Sixth grade students and their families will have the opportunity to meet teachers and explore the building before their first day of school on Monday, August 17. Students will get their locker number, locker combination, and class schedule at Sneak Preview. Students will also have the opportunity to set up their locker and should bring their supplies to put in their lockers. Students who are unable to attend the Sneak Preview Open House will receive their schedule during Sixth Grade Orientation on Monday, August 17, 8:00—11:20. This time is devoted to helping our 6th graders transition to middle school. BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 4 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 5 PAGE 6 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 First Day for 6th Grade Students Monday, August 17 For ALL Students Tuesday, August 18 8:00 to 11:20 8:00 to 3:10 Meet in the Auditorium! Buses will be running! First Day of School Buses will be running! Don’t be late! Do you have piles of LEGOS? If you have LEGOS that you would like to donate to Robinson for indoor recess, please send or bring them to the Robinson Office. Thank You. BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 7 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 8 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 9 Robinson Foundation for Education Excellence What is the Robinson Foundation? The Robinson Foundation for Educational Excellence, established in 1989, raises funds to provide educational enhancement grants to Robinson teachers for equipment, books, or other materials that are not provided for in traditional budgets. You can help by donating to the Robinson Foundation (by check or on your mealpayplus account) or attending our promotional restaurant nights like Il Vicino Nights. We also collect Boxtops (deposit box in the office). So whether your donate, or attend our fundraisers, or turn in some Boxtops, it's the families of Robinson that make the Foundation possible. If you have any questions about the Foundation please e-mail robinsonmiddleschool.foundation@gmail.com. Foundation Meetings for 2015–16 Parents who serve as board members for the Foundation meet once a month to evaluate teacher proposals and plan fundraising. This board is elected at the May meeting each year. If you have an interest in serving on the board please e-mail robinsonmiddleschool.foundation@gmail.com. All parents and teachers are welcome to attend Foundation meetings and learn more about the organization. Meetings are usually held in the Robinson cafeteria. Join us: 1st Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 pm in the Robinson Cafeteria September 1-combined meeting with PTSO October 6 November 3 December 1 February 2 March 1 May 3 Dates are subject to change so please check the Foundation page on the Robinson website for most current information. Foundation board officers: Patresa Ebersole, president; Amy Champlin, vice president; Andrew Knott, treasurer; Suzanne Laycock, secretary. Board members: Kate Blair-Dixon, Tracy Callard, Patrick Chavez, Lisa McPherson, Kirk Seminoff, Jennifer Halabi, Denah Rusk, Gautham Reddy, and Tina Morris Il Vicino Nights for 2015–16 Il Vicino at Douglas and Oliver will donate 20% of your bill to the Robinson Foundation if you dine-in or carry-out on these third Tuesdays of the month (5–10 pm) and let them know you are a Robinson family: August 18, September 15, October 20, November 17, December 15, January 19, February 16, March 15, April 19, and May 17. Community Sponsors Dairy Queen, Il Vicino, Chipotle and Albero Cafe Donors for 2014–15 THANKS TO THESE FAMILIES who donated to Foundation for the 2014-2015 school year: Clay Becker Family, Kate BlairDixon and Rene Peres, Patricia and Jeffrey Blessant, John Budde Family, Tracy Callard & Mark Barfield, Lowell and Patresa Ebersole, Ralitsa Greene Family, Adam and Jennifer Halabi, Bram Hileman Family, Charles Jenney, Jacqueline Jessop Family, Andrew and Karen Knott, Mark and Suzanne Laycock, Chiaw-Weai Loo and Phuoc Le, Viswanathan Madhavan, Dan and Maria Mason, Jacob Mosher Family, Tamara Patterson, Jerry and Carri Siebenmark, Nitya Singh and Bharti Sinha, Amit Tamhane and Vaidehi Likhite, Archibong and Ima Ukoefreso, Olivia Wilch Family, and Eric and Paula Zoller. Your gifts ensure great opportunities continue to come to our students at Robinson. Please consider supporting the Robinson Middle School Foundation! Your donation makes a difference! Donations go directly to the school, are immediately available, and 100% benefits our students. Sincerely, Patresa Ebersole Foundation President and The Board of Directors Save your BOXTOPS and put them in the collection box in the school office = $$$ for our school! PAGE 10 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 All shirts must have sleeves. Crew neck shirts are preferred. Shirts must not show cleavage, stomach, or back. Tank tops and spaghetti strap shirts are not allowed, even when worn under a jacket or sweater. Shirts with pictures or wording that promote weapons, drugs, alcohol, tobacco products, sex, or profanity are not allowed. NO YES TOPS Pants should fit at the waist, sagging is not allowed. Pants with rips or tears that show skin above fingertips, in the front or the back, are not allowed. Shorts, sport shorts, skirts, dresses, and skorts should be fingertip length or longer in the back, front, and sides. Clothing should not need to be pulled down to be fingertip length. Leggings should not be worn alone. Leggings can be worn under skirts or dresses that are fingertip length. NO BOTTOMS Hats are not allowed to be worn in the school. Sunglasses, chains, dog collars, and attire are not allowed. Excessive makeup and hair are not allowed. Pajamas and slippers are not allowed. Backpacks, purses, and string bags should be kept in your locker during the school day. NO SHOES & ACCESSORIES PAGE 11 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 DRESS CODE POLICY Appropriate student behavior/dress is necessary to provide a quality learning environment at Robinson. The vast majority of students ARE appropriately dressed and their efforts in this regard ARE appreciated. Please remember: 1. The decision of the building administration will be final in all disputes concerning student dress. 2. Students will be expected to show their Student Identification card to every 1st hour teacher upon entering the classroom. If students do not have an ID, then they will be sent to the office to get a temporary ID. ID’s should be on the student’s body at all times throughout the school day. After 3 infractions of not having a student ID, students will serve a detention. 3. Clothing or items that advertise drugs, alcohol or tobacco products, contain references to sex, profanity, or show suggestive, vulgar, obscene writing, pictures or symbols are not allowed. (items referring to specific body parts) 4. ALL shirts must have sleeves. Spaghetti strap tees or tank top undershirts are not allowed even if worn under a jacket. Shirttails must be long enough (3” overlap with pants) to cover midriff, skin and under clothing while sitting or standing. Shirts must not show cleavage, stomach, or back. 5. Shorts, sports shorts, and skirts must be finger-tip length or longer in the front, in the back, and on the sides, when walking, even when worn with leggings. Shorts with the slits in the sides are not allowed. 6. Hats, hoods, caps should be worn outside only and should be kept in your locker. Bandanas, do-rags, and sweatbands are not allowed. 7. Sunglasses, chains, dog collars, and attire are not allowed. 8. Pajamas, or house slippers should not be worn unless it is a designated spirit day. 9. Pants, jeans, skirts, and shorts should fit correctly at the waist and not expose any under clothing. Sagging is not permitted. Students sagging will have ‘ties’ put into the belt loops to hold the pants up appropriately. Students who continue to sag their pants will be written up and referred to administration for additional consequences. 10. Ripped or torn pants that show skin above fingertip length are not allowed, unless leggings are worn underneath. 11. Clothing or items that give the impression of any gang affiliation are not allowed. 12. Excessive make-up and hairstyles are not permitted if they are a distraction to learning. 13. Spandex leggings (jeggings) should not be worn alone. Leggings can be worn under shorts, skirts, or dresses of fingertip length. 14. Coats, purses, and book bags must be kept in the locker during the day. The above code/expectations will be applied fairly and equally regardless of gender. Changes or additions to the Dress Code may be made based on the need to maintain a proper learning environment during the year. If a student is dressed inappropriately, the student will be given three choices: 1) Change clothing, 2) go to ISSR, or 3) call a parent/guardian to bring appropriate clothing. Repeated offenses will be considered insubordination and addressed accordingly. The decision of the building administration will be final in all disputes concerning student dress. Consequences are the following, but not limited to a phone call home, detention, after school detention, in-school suspension, out of school suspension. BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 12 Fun Fun Fun way to transition to Middle School!!! A family volunteering at Robinson is a great way to transition from elementary to the middle school. We have 2 parent led organizations and our Site Council all which serve the social, educational and community needs of our school. Incoming 6th Grade Families can look forward to volunteering at our MIXER Party for 6th graders only, which happens in the first few weeks of the new school year. There will be continuous opportunities for new and existing families to volunteer and help out at our school. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator dburkes@usd259.net if you would like more information. BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 13 Be a BIG! Wichita has a long wait list of students hoping to have a “Big Sister” or “Big Brother” to talk with about the wonders of a good education, our community, and the endless positive possibilities that this world has to offer them. If you can dedicate 3-4 lunch hours a month to mentor a young person, then you could be a school based Big Brother or Big Sister. The reward to YOU and your “Little” will be priceless. Please contact Robinson’s Volunteer Coordinator dburkes@usd259.net or Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters at www.kansasbigs.org for more information. The Robinson PTSO doesn’t stop in the summer! Well, yes, it does, but only for a while. Look for the PTSO table at Enrollment in late July. There you will find dates for all things PTSO in 2015-16, as well as a chance to sign up to help with one of more than a dozen events planned for the school year. WE NEED YOU THIS FALL! In 2014-15, a group of parents led PTSO for the first time in several years. It’s a start, but it was a small group. PTSO needs many more parents to volunteer their time and energy so that we can expand on what we can do for Robinson’s students and staff. If you have any questions or already want to be a part of the PTSO action, please e-mail president Kirk Seminoff at ksem123@yahoo.com. See you at Enrollment! B BA ACCK K TTO O SSCCH HO OO OLL EED DIITTIIO ON N 2 20 01 15 5 PAGE PAGE 14 14 Beginning Orchestra FAQ’s Robinson has a tradition of a strong Orchestra program. We have competed at Worlds of Fun, Silver Dollar City, and Six Flags. Each time we bring home a gold first place trophy. Recently we were the only Middle School in the Nation selected to perform at the Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic held in Chicago. This was a huge honor and the third time that Robinson students have been invited to this prestigious event. I am very excited about the upcoming school year and anticipate a fabulous group again. I look forward to have your student in our program. How do I sign up for Robinson Orchestra? Talk to the counselor to get a schedule with Beginning 6th Grade Orchestra Do I need an instrument? Instruments can be rented from the school district Pay the instrument rental fee at enrollment and bring the receipt # to class Instruments will be chosen and ordered when class starts What if I have my own instrument or want to buy my own (available at area music stores)? No school instrument rental fee needs to be paid Don’t bring your instrument to school until Mrs. Hutchins asks the class to bring them. For further questions contact: Laura Hutchins Robinson Middle School Orchestra Director lhutchins@usd259.net Breakfast and Lunch Information: Parents can prepay for meals eaten at school by putting money on their child’s account at enrollment or online by visiting www.mypaymentsplus.com Lunches cost $2.20 per day and breakfast is $1.35 per day. A la carte items are also available for purchase at middle school. Please have a discussion with your student about your expectations for using their lunch account to pay for these items. 7th/8th Grade Athletics Those 7th and 8th grade students wishing to participate in athletics must have a physical examination and Concussion form completed and signed by parents and a physician before trying out for any sport. Physical forms and Concussion forms can be picked up at enrollment or in the school office throughout the year. Our first competitive sport this year will be Cross Country. BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 15 Robinson Middle School 328 North Oliver Wichita, Kansas 67208 Parent or Guardian: The 2015 Robinson Rams Volleyball season is fast approaching. Your daughter has expressed an interest in playing competitive middle school volleyball. Robinson’s volleyball program has an emphasis on fundamental skills, responsibility, teamwork, sportsmanship, and having fun. In order to be eligible to tryout out, all girls will need the following: KSHSAA Physical completed after May 1st, 2015 (Doctor, Parent and Student signature) Concussion Form (green form)-found in the main office or website (robinson.usd259.org) Earned a 2.25 GPA or higher in the spring semester of 2015 C or better in current classes Permission slip turned in to Coach Howk by Wednesday, August 26, 2015. Tryouts will begin on Monday, August 31st from 3:20 to 5:00pm. Cuts will be made each day. All participates will need to be picked up by 5:15pm. Tryouts are closed to all spectators. The team will consist of a total of 12-13 girls, competition will be tough. Go to volleyball camps this summer to gain knowledge and experience. Team members must have a solid overhead serve, general knowledge of volleyball rules and rotations, above average skills in forearm passing, setting and spiking. Being part of the team means dedication, determination and commitment! Please sign the permission slip below if your daughter may try-out for the team. I look forward to another great season. Coach Edie Howk Volleyball Coach ehowk@usd259.net 973-8600 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------_________________________, in the _________ grade, has my permission to try-out for the Robinson Rams Volleyball team. She has her physical and concussion form on file in the office and meets the grade requirements. ______________ Date ___________________________________ Parent / Guardian Signature ____________ Phone BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 Don’t forget to save Labels for Education this summer! PAGE 16 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 Pre-IB NEWS Thanks for a great 2014-2015 school year! PAGE 17 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 18 Dear 6th Grade Parents, Please make sure your child is a part of our Wichita Public Library Reading Programs. This is very easy to do. All you need is to sign them up for a library card at your nearest library. Experts say that if your student isn’t reading regularly, their reading level can decrease during the summer months. If you are wondering what your child should be reading-check out the website at scholastic.com. So, have fun and jump in to a great book this summer! Summer Applied Academics The name of our department has changed from Categorical to Applied Academics. Anytime you read anything about Applied Academics, they are talking about students in Rooms 123 and 124. The Applied Academic Team would like to thank all of our parents for a great school year. We had a big 8th grade class leaving, so we want to wish all of our 8th graders the best as they move onto high school next year. We will see and talk to our current 6th and 7th grade parents when school resumes on Tuesday, August 18th. The Applied Academics staff would like to thank all the parents, support staff, and administration for a great school year! Have a great, relaxing summer and good luck to everyone as we move into a new school year. We want to welcome our new 6th graders for the 2015-2016 school year. We will have a 6th grade Open House on Friday, August 14th. The first day for 6th graders will be on Monday, August 17th for a half-a-day. Respectfully, Laurie Lo Nigro and Steve Livingston BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 6th Grade Pre-IB School Supply List Required Supplies Zip Closed Binder with the following inside for Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and Spanish: 8 Tabbed Set of Dividers Loose Leaf Paper (NOT spirals; place inside binder)** Graph Paper** Ruler Pencil Case with the following inside to be carried to all classes: Pens (Blue, Black, and Red)** Highlighters** Ticonderoga Pencils and more Pencils (plus lead for mechanical pencils)** Pencil Top Eraser or Large Eraser** Dry Erase Markers (thin sized)** Markers —or— Colored Pencils ** Flash Drive--Please put your name on it (any size) Scientific Calculator (TI-30XS Multiview or higher, please put your name on it). The TI-30XS Multiview is the calculator available on the state assessments. 1 Subject Spiral Notebook (100 pages, at least one pocket folder inside, plastic cover needed to last the year, for science; students keep it to carry to class) 3 spiral notebook-1 subject (must be metal bound) 2 packages of Index Cards for Spanish Gifted Language Arts Only: 1 ½ inch 3 ring binder with 5 dividers (Optional) standard sized locker shelf Classroom Supplies (Please give to Ms. Berry) 2 boxes of Kleenex 4 rolls of scotch tape 6 glue sticks 3 packages of Index Cards** Pack of Scrapbook paper (at least 50 sheets) 2 packages of Ticonderoga Pencils **These supplies frequently need to be replenished during the school year; it might be helpful to purchase extras to store until they are needed. On occasion, teachers may have specific requests for classroom supplies. Language Arts and Spanish teachers will be asking for a couple of novels to be purchased throughout the year. Teachers will inform your student of these additional needs. If you purchase a new Texas Instruments Calculator please look for the TI Technology Rewards symbol. Please cut out the label and return to Ms. Van Horn in Room 217. These points will help our school earn FREE Texas Instrument materials to use in our classrooms! PAGE 19 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 20 7th and 8th Grade Pre-IB School Supply List Required Supplies Two Inch 3 ring Binder with the following inside for Science, Social Studies, and Spanish: 8 Tabbed Set of Dividers Loose Leaf Paper (NOT spirals; place inside binder)** Two Inch 3 ring Binder with the following inside for Math and Language Arts: 8 Tabbed Set of Dividers Loose Leaf Paper (NOT spirals; place inside binder)** Graph Paper** Pencil Case with the following inside to be carried to all classes: Pens (Blue, Black, and Red)** Gel or Non-Smear Highlighters** Pencils and more Pencils (plus lead for mechanical pencils)** Pencil Top Eraser or Large Eraser** Dry Erase Markers (thin sized)** Markers —or— Colored Pencils —or— Crayons** Flash Drive--Please put your name on it (any size) 1 package of Assorted Color Flags Scientific Calculator (TI-30XS Multiview or higher, please put your name on it). The TI-30XS Multiview is the calculator available on the state assessments. 3 packages of Index Cards Sheet Protectors—at least 50 Novels for Language Arts: (Needed for 2nd Semester) Preferred editions: Dover, No Fear Shakespeare or Shakespeare Made Easy. 7th Grade: A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare 8th Grade: Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare Gifted Only: 2 spiral notebook-1 subject (must be metal bound) (Stevenson only) 2 Composition Notebooks AAA batteries (Optional) standard sized locker shelf (Optional for Math 8 Honors Algebra 1—Ms. Van Horn) TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator (please put your name on it). Classroom Supplies (Please give to 6th Hour Teacher) 2 boxes of Kleenex **These supplies frequently need to be replenished during the school year; it might be helpful to purchase extras to store until they are needed. On occasion, teachers may have specific requests for classroom supplies. Language Arts and Spanish teachers will be asking for a couple of novels to be purchased throughout the year. Teachers will inform your student of these additional needs. If you purchase a new Texas Instruments Calculator please look for the TI Technology Rewards symbol. Please cut out the label and return to Ms. Van Horn in Room 217. These points will help our school earn FREE Texas Instrument materials to use in our classrooms! BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 21 TH ROBINSON 7/8 GRADE BANDS Supply List 7th Grade Band “Essential Elements 2000” Book 1 (should already own) ”Essential Elements 2000” Book 2 “Foundations for a Superior Performance” All cleaning supplies needed for specific instrument Box of tissue A ream of colored paper 8th Grade Band “Essential Elements 2000” Book 2 (should already own) “Essential Elements 2000” Book 3 “Foundations for a Superior Performance” (should already own) All cleaning supplies needed for specific instrument A ream of colored paper CONCERT DRESS: Gentlemen: Black pants, black shoes and socks, black shirt Ladies: Black pants or skirt (skirt must be below the knees when seated), black shirt/blouse with sleeves, black shoes (not sandals or flip flops) FEES Fees for using school instruments (INCLUDING ALL PERCUSSIONISTS) as follows: Full fee - $50.00 Reduced lunch fee - $25.00 Free lunch fee - $15.00 Please take care of this by the end of the first week of school. I will not be able to let you use school equipment until these fees are paid. Baritone and tuba students: Because of budget cuts and an increased enrollment in band across the district, there is no longer a guarantee of receiving a second home instrument. If instruments are available at the end of the 1st month of school, a second instrument could become available (on a first-come, first-served basis) and a second rental fee. BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 22 8th Grade Team Supply List We would like to thank all of the families that came to celebrate with our 8th graders on Thursday. It was a great promotion ceremony. Have an awesome and safe summer. We know that you all will do well in the future. For our upcoming 8th graders below you will find the list of supplies needed for next year’s awesome adventure. For Personal Use (Students keep and carry with them daily): • (1) 3” Binder • (3) Packages Notebook Paper College – Ruled • (1) Set of 5 Dividers, with Pockets • 2) 2-Pocket Folders (with prongs) • (1) Pencil Bag that is 3-hole punched (for Binder) • Pencils and more Pencils (plus Lead for Mechanical Pencils) • (1) Pkg. Black/Blue Ink Pens • (1) Pkg. RED grading pens • (1) Small Pencil Sharpener • (2) Big Erasers • (1) Pkg. Multicolored Highlighters • (1) Set of Colored Pencils • (1) Calculator TI – 30xIIs Johnson (Math) – “Five Star” 3 or 5 subject spiral West (Math) - single subject spiral (70 pages) Basler (Science) - “Five Star” 3 or 5 subject spiral Vann (Social Studies) - “Five Star” 3 or 5 subject spiral Language Arts – (3) single subject spiral notebooks For Classroom Use (Give to 1st hour teacher) • • • • • (1) Pkg. glue sticks (1) Pkg. EXPO Dry Erase Markers (1) Roll of Paper Towels (3) Large Boxes of Kleenex (1) Pkg. Clorox/Disinfectant Wipes Robinson Rams CHARGE towards success by being… C ooperative H onest A ccountable R espectful G rateful E ngaged BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 23 7th grade Supply List SCHOOLWIDE BINDERS: EVERY student at Robinson Middle School will be learning strategies to help build organization. Below are the materials needed for the Robinson Binder: 3-inch, 3-ring binder (no smaller than 3 inches) Please do not purchase zipper binders—they do not have 3-inch rings 1 set of tabbed dividers 3-ring pencil pouch Several packages of College-ruled loose-leaf paper* Several packages of pencils* Large erasers Blue and black pens One package of thin highlighters One package of thin dry erase markers *these supplies frequently need to be replenished during the school year; it might be helpful to purchase extras to store until they are needed 7th grade supplies: TI-30xIIs calculator Ruler with 3-ring holes One package of colored pencils 4 One-subject college-ruled spiral notebooks 2 two-pocket folders Stretchy book cover (bring to math class) Protractor (clear protractors are the easiest to use) Classroom Supplies: please give to your third hour teacher 3-pack of tissues 3-pack of disinfectant wipes 1 package of paper towels 1 package of dry erase markers *On occasion, teachers may have specific requests for classroom supplies. Teachers will inform your student of these additional needs. BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 24 6th Grade Supply List For Personal Use (Students keep and carry with them daily): (1) 3” Binder (3) Packages Notebook Paper (1) Set of (at least) 5 Dividers (1) Pencil Bag that is 3-hole punched (for Binder) Pencils and more Pencils (1) Pkg. Black/Blue Ink Pens (1) Pkg. EXPO Dry Erase Markers (1) Small Pencil Sharpener (2) Big Erasers (1) Pkg. Highlighters For Classroom Use (Give to 6th Grade Teacher) (1) Composition Book (Language Arts Teacher) (1) 1 Subject Spiral Notebook (Language Arts Teacher) (1) Bottle of Glue (Science Teacher) (1) Box of Crayons (1) Pkg. of Broad Line Crayola Markers (no Sharpies or Permanent Markers) (1) Roll of Paper Towels (3) Large Boxes of Kleenex (1) Pkg. Clorox/Disinfectant Wipes For Classroom Use (Optional) Hand Sanitizer Colored Pencils 1 Ream of Copy Paper ***Students in gifted classes will have additional supplies BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 25 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 26 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 27 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 28 Attention all incoming 7th and 8th grade students! Cross country practice will begin Wednesday, August 19th at 6:00 AM in the Robinson gym. Interested in getting a bit more information? There will be a Coach/Parent/Athlete meeting on Tuesday, August 11th at 5:30 PM in the cafeteria and it is important that all students that are planning, or even considering participating in cross country, attend with a parent. Before any student-athlete will be allowed to participate with the team they must have the following paperwork filed with the office: A KSHSAA physical completed after May 1st, 2015 and the green concussion form; available online and in the main office An insurance form (blue); available online and in the main office A Running Off Campus permission slip; available online A Runner’s Contract; available online And have earned a 2.25 GPA or higher in the Spring semester and passing at least 5 subjects Student-athletes should be able to run two miles without stopping before the first day of practice, so find a friend, lace up your shoes, and start training for a great cross country season with us this fall! Any questions may be directed to Coach Marsh at emarsh@usd259.net, Coach Kratz at jkratz@usd259.net, or Coach Howk at ehowk@usd259.net July 2015 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 1 2 3 6 7 8 9 10 13 14 15 16 17 20 21 22 23 24 27 28 29 30 31 Enrollment 12:007:00 Enrollment 9:003:00 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 29 August 2015 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 3 4 5 6 7 12 13 14 Enrollment 12:007:00 10 Enrollment 12:007:00 11 17 6th Grade Orientation 8:00-11:20 7/8 Open House 5—6:30 Block Party 6—7:30 24 18 First Day of School Everyone 19 25 31 Volleyball Tryouts begin 3:20-5:00 6th Grade Sneak Preview 4:00-6:00 20 21 27 28 Cross Country Practice begins 6:00 AM 26 Cross Country Parent meeting 5:30 PM Volleyball permission slip due BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 30 September 2015 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 Labor Day-No School 14 15 21 Official Enrollment Count Day Volleyball vs Stucky 29 7th Grade Vision Screenings 17 23 Volleyball vs Allison & Brooks 30 7th Grade Vision Screenings 12 11 Cross Country Meet—Robinson Eastside Classic Fall Picture Day Cross Country Meet—East Invite 10 16 22 28 9 Cross Country Meet— Southeast Invitational 24 Cross Country Meet—Haysville MS Invite 18 Cross Country Meet—Bishop Carroll Invitational (tentative) Cross Country Meet—North Redskin Classic 19 Progress Reports sent home 25 26 BACK TO SCHOOL EDITION 2015 PAGE 31 Adapted from The Parent Institute 1. They set goals. Goals keep kids focused on the future. That’s why they are the foundation of responsible behavior—and success in school. Help your child set goals. Ask you child: How much improvement would you like to see on this week’s test? 2. They plan their time. Responsible people meet their obligations—whether it’s turning in a paper on the day it’s due or having a report on the boss’s desk when it’s needed. But it takes planning. Help your child use an agenda to organize his time. Write down all his commitments and use the agenda to plan time for homework each day. How would you like to improve your grades this grading period? What are two things you would like to accomplish this school year? ~~What will be needed to meet those goals? Goals help students focus on what’s important and what’s not. if they have a vision of where they want to go, they’re more likely to get there. And students with goals find it easier to say no to irresponsible behaviors...because they are saying yes to their vision of the future. 3. They study every day. Learning any subject is like building a brick wall—you do it steadily, one step at a time. Responsible students set aside time for homework or studying every day. On days when the teacher assigns no homework, have your child “assign herself.” That may be the day she reviews vocabulary words or may take a few minutes to review notes. 5. They have the tools they need. 4. They take notes in class. Students who earn all A’s seem to have one thing in common– they take notes in class. They have learned that teachers will almost always spell out what they think is important (and what’s likely to be on the test). Teach your child to take notes during class presentations. Spend time reviewing them before a test—and watch his grades go up. 6. They keep their commitments. Responsible people honor their commitments—to others and to themselves. They succeed in school by doing their assignments well and on time. They do their share of the group project. They go to soccer practice even when it’s cold. You can teach your child about commitments by setting an example. Also talk about the commitments you have made to the family—to provide meals, to keep clothes clean, to care for anyone who is sick. Ask your child to make commitments of their own at home. And help them feel the satisfaction that comes from meeting those commitments. A carpenter wouldn’t think of showing up without a hammer. A nurse always has a stethoscope. But some students seem to think they can go to class without the pencils, paper, and other tools they need. 7. They get ready ahead of time. Some students start out every morning in a crisis. They can’t find their homework. They don’t have time to eat breakfast. The shirt they want to wear isn’t ironed. Responsible students have learned that being late, or being early, is not something that simply happens to them. It is a choice they can make. Teach you child to take 5 or 10 minutes before bedtime to get ready for the next day. Have him pack his backpack. Make lunch. Lay out clothes. He will soon see that those few minutes will make the morning easier—and help him get to school ready to learn.