Welcome To FCMS!
Back To School Night 2016-17 7th Grade & New 8th Grade Returning 8th Grade August 8th August 9th ● ● Introduction Introduction ● ● Back to School Information Back to School Information ● ● Changes for 2016-17 Changes for 2016-17 ● ● Chromebook Presentation Chromebook Reminders & Info ● ● Chromebook Sign-off Washington D.C. Information
Administrative Team Mr. Steve Ahaus Mrs. Rita Holman Mr. Walt Raines Principal Assistant Principal Dean of Students & Athletic Director
School Counselors Monica Anderson Tina Tracy 7th Grade Counselor 8th Grade Counselor
Office Staff Jenny Wilson J.J. Hinton Secretary Attendance Secretary
Administrative Team Lisa Neathery Kim Heiney Melissa Cochrane Nurse Counseling Secretary Athletic Secretary
Back To School - Day 1 ● First Student Day is Wednesday, August 10th ● 7th Grade Report to the Cafeteria & 8th Grade to the Main Gym ● WILL RECEIVE A NEW SCHEDULE ON WEDNESDAY ● Meet First Period Teachers & Review Schedules ● Altered Schedule the First Two Days; Friday Normal ● Student Tours & 7th Grade Meeting (8th Grade on Thursday) ● Orientation to Morning Arrival, Lunch, Lockers, Dismissal, etc …
Bell Schedule (Mon, Tues, Thur, & Fri) 7th Grade Schedule 8th Grade Schedule 1st Period 1st Period 8:05 - 8:55 8:05 - 8:55 2nd Period 2nd Period 9:00 - 9:46 9:00 - 9:46 3rd Period 3rd Period 9:51 - 10:37 9:51 - 10:37 4th Period 4th Period 10:42 - 11:28 10:42 - 11:28 Lunch Grizz Time 11:32 - 12:02 11:32 - 12:06 Grizz Time Lunch 12:06 - 12:40 12:10 - 12:40 7th Period 7th Period 12:45 - 1:31 12:45 - 1:31 8th Period 8th Period 1:36 - 2:22 1:36 - 2:22 9th Period 9th Period 2:27 - 3:13 2:27 - 3:13
Bell Schedule (Wed) 7th Grade Schedule 8th Grade Schedule Assembly 8:05 - 8:18 Assembly 8:05 - 8:18 Period 1 8:23 - 9:07 Period 1 8:23 - 9:07 Period 2 9:12 - 9:56 Period 2 9:12 - 9:56 Period 3 10:01 - 10:45 Period 3 10:01 - 10:45 Period 4 10:50 - 11:34 Period 4 10:50 - 11:34 Lunch 11:38 - 12:08 Grizz Time 11:38 - 12:12 Grizz Time 12:12 - 12:46 Lunch 12:16 - 12:46 Period 7 12:51 - 1:35 Period 7 12:51 - 1:35 Period 8 1:40 - 2:24 Period 8 1:40 - 2:24 Period 9 2:29 - 3:13 Period 9 2:29 - 3:13
Schedule Changes For 2016-17 ● No Teams ● Double Period of Language Arts ● New Elective Courses ○ Eng & Tech, Digital Citizenship & Tech, and 7th Grade Art ● More High School Credit Courses ○ Japanese, 2D Art, and Health ○ In Addition to Spanish, Geometry, and Algebra 1
Student Handbook ● Important for students and parents ○ Students by Google Drive ○ Found on website Important Changes For 2016-17 ● Chromebooks ● Video recording, encouraging or intentionally causing … ● Failure to report ● Shorts and dresses/skirts
Athletics ● Have a physical by a certified M.D., as well as concussion and SCA (Sudden Cardiac Arrest) forms, to participate each year. ● Physicals must be filed with the athletic director before the first tryout, practice, or conditioning. No Exceptions
Athletics Fall Winter Spring ● ● ● Cross Country (G & B) Basketball (G & B) Track & Field (G & B) ● ● Cheerleading Cheerleading ● ● Football Swimming & Diving (G & B) ● ● Golf (G & B) Wrestling ● Soccer (G & B) ● Tennis ● Volleyball ** For More Information Contact Our Athletic Office**
Dismissal: Walkers, Buses, and Car Riders ● We Are The Hub For Buses ● Safety Is Our First Concern: Please Respect Processes & Zones ● Release at 3:13pm ● 3:13 to 3:25 = Crazy Town ● 3:25pm = Ghost Town ● Your Patience And Understanding Is Greatly Appreciated, Especially First Week
21st Century Scholars ● Pays Up To 4 Years Of College or Career Education ● Income Based ● Outstanding Assistance Opportunity ● Not Just $$ - Planning And Preparation Support ● Everyone Can Apply During Middle School ● Must Apply By The End Of 8th Grade ● LINK To Video
21st Century Scholars Students Must: ● Apply In Middle School ● Keep A 2.5 GPA ● Remain In Good Behavior Status ● Apply For A Post-Secondary Program In Indiana
Agenda ● Going 1:1 with Chromebooks ● Expectations and Rules ● Chromebook Care and Information: ○ Filter ○ Apps and Extensions ○ Chromebook Care & Setup ● Distribution Process
Going 1:1 ● We are preparing our students for the world in which they will live. ● Schools around the state and country have made this transition, including FCHS. ● Digital Citizenship: Learning responsible use of technology is a critical component of the process.
Expectations: Empowered Use When it comes to digital technologies, please … ● Be empowered. Creativity and innovation are critical. ● Be smart and be safe. Help foster respectful and appropriate use. ● Be careful and gentle. Help take care of our devices and networks.
Expectations: Classroom Use ○ Students will take Chromebooks home and will be expected to use them for classroom work. WiFi not mandatory for use. ○ Students are expected to transport their Chromebook in the Chromebook case at all times. Do not come out of the case! ○ Students are expected to bring their Chromebook to school fully charged.
Rules: Inappropriate Content/Bullying Inappropriate content on the student Chromebook will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Based on the severity of the content, the consequences may change and/or be escalated. All students will be expected to follow the AUP policy when using the Chromebook inside and outside of school. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action including up to suspension and expulsion from school.
Rules: Inappropriate Content/Bullying Bullying will not be tolerated and will be dealt with on a case by case basis. If you are being bullied, follow these steps: ● Take a screenshot (Control button and Window Key saves it as a file in your Drive) ● Share it with a building administrator ● Do NOT reply or share it with other students ● Reports can also be made in the main office
Rules: Mishandling/Damage of Chromebook The damage costs will be paid by the student as this is viewed as vandalism of school property. The following are examples of what would be considered Mishandling/Not Taking Care of Chromebook: ● Writing, drawing, adding stickers on the Chromebook bag ● Having food/drink around the Chromebook ● Pulling keys off the keyboard ● Placing heavy objects on the Chromebook ● Sharing or swapping the Chromebook
Expectations: Damage & Repair Chromebooks are owned by FCS and will not require a rental fee this school year; however parents will cover the costs for all repairs. Repairs could include the following: ○ Broken Screen ($145.99) ○ Power Adapter ($19.99) ○ Battery ($59.99) ○ Solid State Drive ($48.99) ○ Keyboard/Touchpad Replacement ($39.99)
Chromebook Care ● Keep them in their cases! ● Charge them daily ● Do not use spray to clean ● Keep out of the heat and cold ● Be careful around pets and siblings ● Never leave the Chromebook unattended ● Do not eat or drink around the Chromebook ● Never close the lid with something on the keyboard ● Audio port ● Keep them in their case!
Parent & Student Sign Off ● Parent and student must sign off. ● Forms must be turned in by August 11. ● Student distribution will be August 12 if parental sign off is recorded. ● Students will sign off on receiving a working device, case, and charger.
Homework Communication ● Homework On Google Classroom Only - All Teachers ● Your Student Knows Login & Password - How To Access ● Login & Password Also On Schedule ● Directions Posted On Website ● Check Powerschool (Grades) & Google Classroom (Homework)
Growing Up In The Digital Age Student Digital Citizenship School Parents
Building Communication ● Website for Announcements & Information ● Follow us on Facebook & Twitter (@FCMS_Cubs) ● Update Email Addresses & Phone Numbers ● Weekly Newsletter & Alert Messages ● PTO Information - Sign Up
Meet Your Teacher Night ● Thursday, August 18th 5:30-7:30pm ● Open House Format ● Introductions & Information ● Please Keep Conversations Short ● Arrange A Meeting If Necessary
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