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DISCOVERY CANYON

CAMPUS

Middle School

2017 -2018 School Year

17-18 Administrative / Counseling Structure

6th – 8th Grade Principal

• Mario Romero

6th Grade

• Administrators – Tanya Evans

• Counselor – Kristin Jaramillo

7th Grade

• Administrator – Joe Geraci

• Counselor – Jess Hall

8th Grade

• Administrator – Mario Romero and Cami DeBise (Dean of Students)

• Counselor- Jill Qualters

• MYP Coordinator for Grades 6-10 – Tiffany Hawk

• SAFE Counselor – Jenn Scott / Middle School and High School

*Administrators

and Counselors

Loop with Their

Students*

6th Grade Parent Academy

• August 30th – 5:30 to 7:00

• Hosted by the 6th grade teachers

• 4 to 5 rotations for parents

• You will receive information to help your

student be successful in middle school/6th

Grade

Mission Statement

• The mission of Discovery Canyon Campus, a

unified Pre K-12 International Baccalaureate

learning community, is to inspire and educate the

whole student to achieve his or her unique

potential as a conscientious global citizen through

a rigorous, comprehensive, inquiry-based

curriculum using innovative approaches to

teaching and learning in a safe, respectful, and

nurturing environment on a science and math-

themed campus.

What Makes DCC Unique?

• PK-12th grade

• How and what we share as a campus

• International Baccalaureate Continuum

– Philosophy of Teaching

– Action

What Makes DCC Unique?

Middle Level Philosophy

• Create smaller learning communities within a larger

school – Academic Teams

• Explore learning in a variety of content areas beyond

area(s) of interest – Discovery Classes

• Provide support and interventions to maximize

academic success – Thundertime

• Encourage participation in non-curricular activities –

Clubs/Intramurals/Athletics

General Information

• Hours 8:15 am until

3:15 pm

• Lockers and

backpacks

• School supplies

Core Courses

• Science

• Language and

Literature

• Individuals and

Societies

• Mathematics

Option 1

Sixth Grade through Eighth

Grade Progression

Pre –Algebra A

Pre-Algebra B

Linear Algebra

Option II

Accelerated Sixth through

Eighth Grade ProgressionG

Compacted Pre-Algebra

Compacted Linear Algebra

Algebra I

Option III

Acceleration

Advanced Compacted Linear Algebra

Algebra I

Geometry

Required Discovery Courses

• Physical Education (required)

– Every other day all year

– Uniform-$8 for the t-shirt, $8 for

the shorts

• Language Acquisition (required)

– Every other day all year

French Year I, II, III

Spanish Year I, II, III

•Design (required)

-- Every other day, one semester

•Industrial Technology

•Computer Technology

•Gateway to Technology

6th & 7th Grade Discovery Courses

Students will rotate through a combination of 3classes:

2D Art

3D Art

Choir

Drama

Or, students may take a Special Interest Discovery, which will limit the number of Discoveries above.

Special Interest Discoveries*

6th Grade Beginning Band

Woodwinds

Brass

6th Grade Beginning Percussion

1 year of piano experience required

6th Grade Orchestra

No experience required

*Selecting one of the year long courses means that students will only

take ONE other Discovery classes!

Sample 6th Grade Schedule

Purple Day

Time Class

8:15 AM 9:09 AM Physical Education

9:14 AM 10:05 AM Spanish

10:10 AM 11:01 AM Math

11:06 AM 11:31 AM Lunch

11:36 AM 12:27 PM Language Arts

12:32 PM 1:23 PM Science

1:28 PM 2:19 PM Science

2:24 PM 3:15 PM Thunder Time

Silver Day

Time Class

8:15 AM 9:09 AM Industrial Technology

9:14 AM 10:05 AM 3D Art

10:10 AM 11:01 AM Math

11:06 AM 11:31 AM Lunch

11:36 AM 12:27 PM Language Arts

12:32 PM 1:23 PM Individuals & Societies

1:28 PM 2:19 PM Individuals & Societies

2:24 PM 3:15 PM Thunder Time

Sample 6th Grade Schedule

Purple Day

Time Class

8:15 AM 9:09 AM French

9:14 AM 10:05 AM Physical Education

10:10 AM 11:01 AM Science

11:06 AM 11:31 AM Lunch

11:36 AM 12:27 PM Science

12:32 PM 1:23 PM Language Arts

1:28 PM 2:19 PM Math

2:24 PM 3:15 PM Thunder Time

Silver Day

Time Class

8:15 AM 9:09 AM Band (Woodwinds)

9:14 AM 10:05 AM Gateway to Technology

10:10 AM 11:01 AM Individuals & Societies

11:06 AM 11:31 AM Lunch

11:36 AM 12:27 PM Individuals & Societies

12:32 PM 1:23 PM Language Arts

1:28 PM 2:19 PM Math

2:24 PM 3:15 PM Thunder Time

School Activities

• Intramural Athletics

• Intramural Golf

• Interscholastic Athletics

• Extra-curricular activities

• Clubs

• High Trails

AthleticsInterscholastic Fall

• Boys 7-8 Football

• Girls 7-8 Softball

• Boys and Girls 6-8 Cross-Country

Interscholastic Winter I

• Boys 7-8 Wrestling

• Girls 7-8 Volleyball

Interscholastic Winter II

• Boys 7-8 Basketball

• Girls 7-8 Basketball

Interscholastic Spring

• Boys 7-8 Track

• Girls 7-8 Track

Academic Eligibility –

No F’s and no more

than 1 D

No transportation for

6th grade athletics

Physical /

Registration Packet

Required

Fees ($40-$55)

Subject to Change

Intramurals 6-8

depending upon

coach availability

CLUBSA variety of clubs are offered at DCC.

• Examples from 16-17

include:

Robotics

Sea Perch

Recycling

Chess

Writing Club

Technology Club

NJHS

• Listen to the morning

announcements or

check out the school

website to find out

about all the clubs

DCC has to offer!!

ASH and MASH

Before School Study Time (BESST) 7:35-8:05 (supervised)

After School Help (ASH)

Math After School Help (MASH)

• 6th-8th grade students – complete homework and receive

assistance

• Teacher supervision

• 3:20 P.M. - 4:45 P.M.

• ASH (Monday through Friday) – Forest II Library

• MASH (Tuesdays and Thursdays) – Room 405 or

Announced

Homework Policy

• Middle school homework may be given Monday through

Friday.

– Grade 6 – 50 academic minutes daily maximum

– Grade 7 – 60 academic minutes daily maximum

– Grade 8 – 70 academic minutes daily maximum

• If a child is consistently unable to complete assigned work,

the parent should contact the teacher first for support

and accommodations as necessary. Teachers should also

contact parents if a child consistently is unable to complete

the assigned work.

– Daily work assignments are considered late if submitted after the

teacher’s established due date.

– The highest grade a student may earn on a late daily work assignment is

a 90%.

– Daily work received after the end of the unit will not be accepted.

Academic Lab

• Academic Lab is a supervised, silent work

period where a student will be expected to

complete unfinished or missing homework.

• Wednesday during Thundertime

• Students who consistently fail to turn

homework in on time may be assigned to

ASH, MASH, Academic After School

Detention, or Saturday School to replace

academic lab if it is not successful.

High Trails Information

• High Trails Information Night - May 8th from 6:00 PM

until 7:30 PM at the Liberty High School Auditorium.

• An additional meeting will be held on August 17th

from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the DCCMS Cafetorium

• If you cannot make the meeting please contact

[email protected] or [email protected]

High Trails Continued

• DCCMS will attend High Trails September

5th through September 8th – The next

group will attend September 12th through

September 15th

• High Trails is an integral part of the 6th

grade curriculum – Cost is $280.00 –

Scholarships are available

BAND

INFORMATION

Beginning Instrumental Music Classes

● All instrumental music classes at DCCMS are designed for

beginning students with limited experience playing an

instrument.

● Students may choose an orchestra or a band instrument.

● At our placement nights, students will try out a variety of

instruments to see which instrument fits them the best and

which one they are most excited about!

● Students with prior experience playing a band/orchestra

instrument are encouraged to try a new instrument for the

first semester of classes. They may switch back to their

primary instrument in the 2nd semester of classes.

● Our music program features a band and orchestra for each grade

level.

● All 6th Grade classes are designed for beginning students on

their instrument.

● 6th Grade Classes offered include Beginning Brass, Beginning

percussion, Beginning Woodwinds and Beginning Strings

● We have a before school Jazz Band for 7th/8th Graders and an

8th Grade Jazz Band Class

● Students who participate in the program will go perform at

concerts, participate in field trips, be eligible to audition for honor

bands/orchestras and more!

● Students must pay a $15 participation fee at the beginning of the

semester.

DCCMS Instrumental Music Program

Snare Drum , Mallet Percussion, Auxiliary

Percussion

Beginning Percussion

At least one year of private piano lessons required to enroll.

All students are required to purchase a practice pad and rent a

practice marimba for home practice.

Students must provide their own snare sticks (SD1 General)

Bell Mallets and marimba Mallets

● Almost 140 students participate in our high school music

ensembles led by Mr. Justin Carpenter!

● Class offerings include

○ Concert Band

○ Symphonic Band (By Audition)

○ Jazz Band

○ Orchestra

● Our band students participate in many trips and festivals

throughout the year.

● Last year DCC High School had the most students make

the Colorado All-State Band in District 20!

● This year, the DCC High School Music Program is traveling

to play in New York City!

High School Band/Orchestra

We have a Jazz Band Club open to 7th/8th Grade students that

meets from 7:20 AM to 8:05 AM Tuesdays and Thursdays

before school. This group plays at concerts, school

assemblies, after-school events and more!

○ Any instrument is invited to perform with the group.

○ Students must audition for a spot in the rhythm section

(bass, guitar, piano, drum set)

We have a Jazz Band Class open to all 8th Grade Band

students in the Spring Semester.

○ Depending on student interest, we may hold auditions

for this group.

○ This group also performs at concerts and assemblies!

They have the opportunity to travel for performances at

festivals and competitions as well.

DCCMS Jazz Band

Academy District 20 offers summer classes for incoming 6th Grade students

just starting out on their instruments. They also offer advanced classes for

more experienced students! These classes provide individualized,

personalized instruction for students, and are a surefire way to ensure

success for your student as they prepare to begin band in the fall. Continuing

students can also participate in more advanced ensembles and continue to

have fun making music with students from around the district!

Students may register online starting April 7th, and may pay for the sessions

through PayForIt.

June MS/HS Summer Band @ Timberview Middle School - June 12-23, 2017

July MS/HS Summer Band @ Mountain Ridge Middle School - July 17-28, 2017

Price: $70 per session

Available Classes:

Beginners

Continuing Beginners (MRMS)

Intermediate Band

Advanced Band

Summer Band

● DCCMS is able to rent out larger instruments such as

Euphoniums, Tubas, Cellos, String Basses, Bass Clarinets, Tenor

and Baritone Saxophones and Percussion Equipment to students

on a first-come-first serve basis for $50 per semester.

● Instruments are available to be rented out before school begins

in August during the DCCMS Instrument Rental Night for

incoming 6th Grade students

● Smaller Instruments will need to be rented through a local music

company.

● Scholarships are available to students with financial need.

Renting/Buying an Instrument

Graner Music

www.granermusic.com

4460 Barnes Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80917

(719) 574-2001

Meeker Music

www.meekermusic.com

624 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 · < 1 mi

(719) 471-8940

Music & Arts

www.musicarts.com

www.luccimusic.com

7830 North Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80920

719) 266-0275

● Instrument & Individual Instrument Supplies such as reeds, valve oil,

rosin, etc (See DCCMS Instrumental Music Handbook for more

information!)

○ Percussionists must have a practice pad and practice marimba for

home practice. They must also have snare sticks, bell mallets and

marimba mallets for home and school use.

○ Brass players must have their own mouthpiece if renting a school

instrument. See your local music store or Mr. Mathews for

recommendations

○ Reed players must always have at least two good working reeds for

class!

● Essential Elements 2000, Book 1 for your instrument

● Blank Staff Paper

● Pencil

● Small, Spiral-Bound Notebook

Supplies & Materials

Communication

• 20 Alert – Middle Level 20 Alerts Sent on Wednesdays

• Summer – Watch for 20 Alerts

• Middle School App

• Daily Planet – Daily announcements for students

• DCC Website www.asd20.org/dcc

• DCC MYP Page –linked from DCC Website

• Athletics Website

• Digital Learning Program – On the Website

• Main Number 234-1800

Welcome to

Discovery Canyon

Campus! Questions?