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2018-19 Journey To The Middle Parent Information Night

Welcome to Gregg Middle School!

Important Information

Sixth grade students are given a tour of the Gregg Middle School campus on the first day of

• school. During this tour, students will have their

class schedule in hand as the tour moves about the campus.

Sixth grade students are separated from 7th and 8th graders.

Morning: Different courtyard areas Classrooms: Mostly located in same hallway Lunch/Courtyard: 3 different lunch times Dismissal: Students remain in classrooms until dismissed.

GMS School Expectations

"PRIDE" Be Prepared... Be Responsible for Yourself (I) Be Determined to Excel

• Gregg Middle is a PBIS school.
• Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is a

nationally recognized process that helps create safe and more effective schools.

• Teachers and school staff focus on improving the

ability to teach and support positive behaviors for all students.

• It is a grade-level-centered process that focuses
• n problem solving, planning and evaluation.
• Students are rewarded with Mustang Pride Cards for

showing their Mustang PRIDE. These cards can be redeemed for a small reward through Guidance.

GMS School Expectations

Forms of Communication

• "Teacher and Course Expectations" are sent home at the

beginning of the year.

• Conferences can be scheduled through the teacher or school.
• GMS Phone #: 843-871-3150
• Email
• REMIND texts/emails
• School Website: www.ddtwo.org/gms
• Agenda Book
• Parent Portal

Teacher’s Name Teacher’s Name Teacher’s Name Teacher’s Name Teacher’s Name Teacher’s Name Teacher’s Name Teacher’s Name Teacher’s Name Teacher’s Name Teacher’s Name

Parent Portal

• Parent involvement is greatly encouraged. It is

VITAL to your student's success in Middle School.

• 6th - 8th grade (The "Middle Years") is NOT the

time to back off.

• Your student needs your support through these

transition years.

Agenda Book

• The agenda is a place for students to write down homework

assignments, upcoming tests and projects.

• It is also used as a pass to places on campus such as the

restroom, Media Center, Guidance, nurse’s office, etc.

• It is a great communication tool between parents and teachers.

Student IDs

• Students are required to wear a picture ID and lanyard to be

worn at all times during the school day.

• Replacement ID- $5.00
• Replacement lanyard- $1.00
• Temporary ID- $1.00
• Gold Card IDs are awarded to students for earning an A/B

average in all classes (including ACE and electives) as well as maintaining a referral-free school year.

HOMEWORK

• It is critical to practice skills taught in the classroom.
• Parents are encouraged to check teachers' webpages,

messages, and/or emails for assignments.

• We ask parents to consult teacher webpages for

information and class handouts. These pages can be found on the school's website.

BOOK BAGS

• Book bags are kept inside lockers from 1st period until

the end of the day.

• Purchase book bags that can be "rolled up" and placed

inside lockers.

• Do not use book bags with wheels.

LOCKERS & SUPPLY LISTS

• Buy a practice lock (combination style) for practice over

the summer.

• Supply Lists will be available during Facts & Fees.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Specific questions concerning Special Education, please

see Mrs. Davies, 6th Grade Special Education Teacher, in Room 714.

• If your child has a Health Plan or if you have medical

concerns, please contact GMS School Nurse Lisa Shephard at 843-871-3050 or lishephard@dorchester2.k12.sc.us.

The State of South Carolina’s plan for ensuring all students are reading at or above grade level.

Read to Succeed

Reading Opportunities Available at GMS

• 2 Book Fairs (Fall and Spring)
• Choose books from Media Center
• Destiny (Catalog of GMS Library’s resources)
• Overdrive (DD2 Digital Library- Free digital books for all students)
• DISCUS (SC Virtual Library- Free magazines, newspapers, and reference books

available 24/7)

• SC Junior Book Awards- (Students earn money by reading nominated books each year)
• And more!

Additional information is located on the GMS Media Center webpage.

REQUIRED REQUIRED REQUIRED Sixth-Grade GATE Summer Reading

*Every rising sixth-grade GATE ELA student is required to read The False Prince by Jennifer A. Nielsen.

ELECTIVE CLASSES

• Each student will choose electives online
• Follow the directions on the handout
• Watch Fine Arts videos to help make the decision

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This presentation is available on the GMS School

Webpage.

• If you have questions, please contact the GMS Guidance

Department at 843-871-3150 or

• gillens@dorchester2.k12.sc.us.

QUESTIONS?