Mary Ann Bicknell, Principal Jenn Longtin, Associate Principal.

LIBERTY INTERMEDIATE

SCHOOL PARENT INFORMATION NIGHT

Mary Ann Bicknell, PrincipalJenn Longtin, Associate Principal

Educate: Through rigorous academic curriculum, staff equips students with a well-rounded education prepares them for the next level.

Provide a Safe Learning Environment: Provide a save learning environment where everyone is treated with compassion and respect.

Inspire/Innovate: Students are challenged to learn about their world through innovative and rewarding experiences.

Collaborate: Work in a collaborative atmosphere where staff, families, and students support one another.

LIBERTY INTERMEDIATE MISSION STATEMENT

As a student, I will do my best to…

As a teacher, I will do my best to…

As a parent/guardian I will do my best to…

Study and follow school guidelines

in the Liberty handbook must be followed

Treat other students, teachers, staff,

and self with respect

Use communication regularly with

my parents about school experiences, academic concerns, and important school notices

Do assignments completely and on

time

Enter school on time (no later than

7:40 AM) and aim for perfect attendance

Neatly and completely fill out

planner for each class

Thoroughly listen and learn by

bringing a positive attitude and all appropriate materials

Set aside time at home, 4-7 days a

week, to read and practice math facts

Educate myself through professional

development activities that improve teaching and learning

Develop curriculum and instruction based

on the Common Core State Standards

Use MAP, ISAT, and unit testing to

monitor and communicate student progress

Communicate regularly with families

through Skyward, conferences, progress reports, and other available means

Always provide a safe learning

environment where everyone is treated with compassion and respect

Tailor education to meet the needs of all

students

Offer opportunities for students,

families, and the community to participate and contribute in the learning process

Reinforce skills taught at school by

providing appropriate practice

Frequently communicate with school.

Update contact information when necessary

Assist my child in establishing a routine for

school days including eating a healthy breakfast, dressing appropriately for school, brushing teeth regularly, and promoting good study habits.

Model respect with my words and actions--

for my child, other children and their families, the staff, and the school.

Involve my child in school and community

activities to promote his social, emotional, and physical development.

Lead the family, making learning a priority.

Students need to be in attendance daily, arrive on time and be prepared to learn with all necessary materials

Yes! Learning is a life-long process that

takes place at home as well as at school so share with your child opportunities to learn at home.

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Student Signature Teacher Signature Parent Signature

COMPACT

Fifth grade consists of two teacher teams Students switch for science/social studies Some students will switch for math and

reading instruction

MIDDLE SCHOOL CONCEPT (Fifth Grade)

Sixth grade consists of two four teacher teams and one two teacher team.

Transformers – two teacher team Eagles and USA – four teacher team

MIDDLE SCHOOL CONCEPT (Sixth Grade)

Monthly Recognition Daily Recognition Community Hallway Bully Prevention Plan Incident Report Form

BUILDING A BETTER LIBERTY

Student planner should be completed daily Parents should check and sign student

planner daily Quiet study area at home away from

distractions (TV) Use timer to include appropriate breaks

GETTING ORGANIZED

Contact teacher first with questions/concerns

Email Phone Planner Skyward

COMMUNICATION TO/FROM SCHOOL

Young Scholars Club: Meets Monday, Tuesday, Thursday from 3:00 – 4:15

Parent/Teacher Communication: Amount of time spent on homework should not exceed 50 minutes for fifth graders and 60 minutes for sixth graders.

HOMEWORK HELP

Music – Band, Orchestra, Choir Explore – Art, Music, Spanish, Technology Student Council

LIBERTY STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

Cross Country (August-October) Girls Softball (July-September) Boys Baseball (August-October) Girls Basketball (September-December) Boys Basketball (October-December) Cheerleading (October-February) Volleyball (December-March) Wrestling (December-March) Track and field (March-May)

SIXTH GRADE SPORTS

Wrestling -5th graders now can be on the wrestling team (December-March)

Basketball Intramurals (March-April)1 day a week for 5 weeksOpen to all boys and girls.Volleyball Intramurals (April-May)

FIFTH GRADE INTRAMURALS

YMCA Camp in Brookston, IN Winter Survival Pioneering Nature Art Many team building activities Three days/ two nights

CAMP TECUMSEH

Sign up at Open House September 19, 2013, 6:30 – 8:00 Sign up sheet will be located in your child’s

homeroom

PARENT VOLUNTEERS

Student Arrive: no earlier than 7:30 A.M.; tardy bell rings at 7:45 A.M.

Departure: 2:45 P.M. Dress Code Lunch Visiting the School: Driver’s License

required Attendance

BUILDING PROCEDURES

Explanation Contracts Signed Setting up Google Accounts Use of Chrome Books

Chrome Book – 1:1 Initiative

Follow Handbook/Classroom Rules Contact Teacher First (email, phone, note) 4th R

DISCIPLINE

Family Access Access your child’s grades/progress

PARENT ACCESS PORTAL

QUESTIONS???