Jefferson Middle School
27900 Rockwood
St. Clair Shores, MI 48081
LAKEVIEW PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Mission Statement
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Jefferson Middle School uses effective
instructional strategies and an
interactive, integrated curriculum
so that students meet or exceed
course expectations. We build
partnership with families and the
community, and provide a network of
support services that promote a safe,
responsible, and respectful
environment.
Personal Experiences
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Joslyn Brennan-Blue, 6th Grader
Luke Hyde, 7th Grader
Tessa Lau, 8th Grader
Mrs. Wilczak, Parent
High School Graduation Requirements
English
4.0 Credits
Math
4.0 Credits
Science
3.0 Credits
Social Studies
3.0 Credits
Physical Ed.
1.0 Credit
Health/Nutri.
1.0 Credit
Arts (Vis, Prf, Apl)
1.0 Credit
World Language
1.0 Credit
Required
18.0 Credits
Electives
14.0 Credits
Total
28/32.0 Credits
JMS students begin fulfilling
Their first year of a two year
world language requirement
during their 8th grade year.
All 8th graders take Algebra 1
and Earth Science, both high
school courses.
Curriculum Resources
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www.lakeview.misd.net
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Staff
Staff directory
Staff members are listed
alphabetically
Click on the classroom
website links
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www.corestandards.org
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Resources
Understanding the
Common Core
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A New Foundation for
Student Success
www.michigan.gov/mde
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GLCEs
HSCEs
Elective Offerings
Performing Arts
• Drama (6-8)
• Vocal Music (6-8)
• Music Exploration (6-8)
• Band (6-8)
• Orchestra (6-8)
Visual Arts
• Intro to Art (6)
• Arts & Culture (6)
• 2-Dimensional Design (7-8)
• 3-Dimensional Art Sculpture(7-8)
• 3-Dimensional Art Ceramics (7-8)
Technology/Industrial Arts
• Computer Literacy (6-8)
• Web Design (6-8)
• Technology Lab (6-8)
• Studio Skills (6-8)
• Video Production (6-8)
• Skills for Adolescence (6-8)
• Graphic Design (7-8)
• Applied Tech (6)
• Woodworking (7-8)
• Exploring Tech (7-8)
• Industrial Tech (7-8)
Core Extensions
• Patriot Publications (6-8)
• Project Science (7-8)
• Inventions/Marketing (6-8)
• Physical Education (8)
(required 6 & 7)
Reaching All Learners
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Remediation
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8th hour ASAP
RiT Level Math
Classes
Language!
Morning Homework
Help
Other opportunities
from teachers
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Accelerated
Opportunities
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Accelerated
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Math
Language Arts
Social Studies
Science
See p. 13 in the
course selection
book
Accelerated, Remediation,
Interventionists, and 8th Hour ASAP
Classes
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14-15 Accelerated
opportunities include;
ELA, Math, Science and
Social Studies
8th hour ASAP
opportunities include:
ELA & Math
Study Skills classes for
ELA (replace electives)
Interventionists
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MEAP, NWEA, Explore,
and grades are used for
placement
A rubric and teacher
recommendations are
used to differentiate
placement of students
into the program
Zeroes Aren’t Permitted
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When a child is given a homework assignment and fails to
complete the assignment by the given due date the student
will be “ZAPPED”. The student will be given a ZAP form to
take home along with the incomplete assignment.
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This gives students one last chance to complete the
assignment before actually being ZAPPED. The student is to:
 Complete the assignment
 Have their parent/guardian sign the ZAP form
 Return both the assignment and ZAP form to the ZAP
basket in the main office BEFORE 8:00 A.M. the next
day.
ZAP continued
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If ANY of the above do not happen, the student will
receive a pass to their T2R class and will report to the
cafeteria where they will complete the assignment and
then read their T2R book silently. If the assignment is not
completed at the end of the hour, they will take it home
and turn it in to the ZAP basket the next morning, or they
will be ZAPPED once again.
If a child continues to be ZAPPED:
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Parent/Guardian will be contacted
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Parent/Guardian will meet with administration
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Detentions and/or ISS will be assigned
Time to Read- T2R
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25 minutes of sustained silent reading
12-15 minutes of JMS TV
During the 2014-2015 school year
students will have the opportunity to
read or to complete/get help with work
during T2R
STUDENT SERVICES
Programs
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Individual and small group counseling
Educational support groups
Parent education and counseling; referrals to
community resources
Mentoring
Proactive Programs
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Yellow Ribbon (suicide prevention)
Diversity Awareness
Red Ribbon (substance abuse prevention)
Anti-Bullying
STUDENT SERVICES
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Classroom Presentationsth grade: Study Skills
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th grade: Conflict Resolution & Anti Bullying
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th grade: Decision Making/ Goal Setting
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th
th
th grades Career Explorations
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Standardized Tests:
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MEAP
ACT – Explore
NWEA
PBIS
JMS Boot Camp
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First week of school 2014-2015
All students will learn, practice, and
demonstrate expected behaviors in the
following areas:
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Positive Behaviors
Literacy and Studying Strategies
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Reading Strategies
Writing Strategies
Math Strategies
Technology
Attributes of Successful Students
Progress!
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How have academics and behaviors
changed as a result of our efforts?
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MEAP
ACT
7th Grade Local Comparable-Charters
2012-13 MEAP
65
60
59
Reading
Percent Proficient
55
50
47
45
45
45
40
36
35
35
30
25
Lakeview
Global Prep
Reach
District/School
Great Oaks
Eaton
Conner Creek
7th Grade Local Comparable-Charters
2012-13 MEAP
35
31
30
28
Percent Proficient
25
Mathematics
24
20
19
19
15
10
5
5
0
Lakeview
Great Oaks
Global Prep
District/School
Reach
Conner Creek
Eaton
8th Grade Local Comparable
2012-13 MEAP
75
68
65
Reading
68
63
59
58
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55
49
45
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35
25
15
35
8th Grade Local Comparable
2012-13 MEAP
35
32
Mathematics
30
25
20
15
24
23
23
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22
19
15
12
12
10
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Spring 2013 Explore Results
for the Class of 2017
National Average
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JMS 8 Graders Class
of 2017
ELA
Math
Reading
Science
Composite
15.2
15.9
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16.8
15.9
15.7
15.9
15.2
17.2
16.2
Cohort Growth Per Test from Spring
2012-2013 for the Class of 2017
Class of 2017
Growth from
2012 to 2013
ELA
Math
Reading
Science
Composite
2.4
1.6
1.7
1.4
1.9
Extended Opportunities
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Kidz Korner (latch key)
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Paid service
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6:30 am-7:53 am
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2:51 pm- 6:00 pm
Power Start (breakfast)
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Paid service
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7:30 am-7:53 am
Morning Homework Help
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Free
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Two to three teachers volunteering
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M-F
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Media Center
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7:15 am- 7:53 am
JMS Athletic Teams, Clubs,
and Organizations
ATHLETIC TEAMS –
7TH & 8TH Grades
Fall
Football (no tryouts)
Girls’ Volleyball (tryouts)
Cheerleading (tryouts)
Cross Country (no tryouts)
Winter
Spring
Girls’ Basketball (tryouts)
CLUBS
 MITES
 Jazz Band
 Sports Reporters
 Triathlon
 Strato Club
 Drawing
Boys’ Basketball (tryouts)
 Shores Network for Action and
Prevention
Wrestling (no tryouts)
 Patriots with Pride
Track (co-ed, no tryouts)
 French Club
Swimming (no tryouts)
 Spanish Club
“Action is the foundational key
to all success.”
Pablo Picasso
 Workout Club
 Robotics Club
 Friends of Rachel
 Girls on Track
JMS Athletic Teams, Clubs,
and Organizations
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ORGANIZATIONS
AND ACTIVITIES
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National Junior Honor
Society
Student Government
Spelling Bee
Geography Bee
School Parties
Band, Orchestra, and
Choir Performances
HOPE Fund
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SUPPORT SERVICES
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Tips/Seminars for
Successful Parenting
Health Information
Classes
Educational Support
Groups
Mentoring Program
8th Hour A.S.A.P.
A.M. Homework Help
Latch Key
Breakfast
Parental Involvement
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8th Grade Washington D.C. Trip Chaperones
Athletic Event Supervision
Coffee Talks
Meet the Teacher Night
Parent Meeting - Human Sexual Development/Reproduction courses
Parent Teacher Conferences
School Parties
School Spelling Bee
Superintendent’s Forums /Task Forces
Athletic Event Concessions
Girls’ & Boys’ Lock-in
Market Day
New Student Orientation
PTSO Barbecue Lunch
PTSO Meetings
Parent Teacher Organization
Parental Involvement
"STUDENTS WITH INVOLVED
PARENTS ARE MORE
LIKELY TO:
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Earn higher grades and test scores,
and enroll in higher-level
programs;
Be promoted, pass their classes,
and earn credits;
Attend school regularly;
Have better social skills, show
improved behavior, and adapt well
to school; and
Graduate and go on to
postsecondary education"
(Henderson & Mapp, 2002).
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Parent Participation
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Check PowerSchool regularly
Check Staff Websites regularly
JMS Workshops
Specifically for
Parents
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Washington D.C. trip
chaperone training
Superintendent’s Forums
Coffee Talks
PTSO Meetings
Anti-bullying
Special Education
Questions
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Feel free to address any of us with
questions you have regarding the
educational opportunities JMS has
available for your child(ren)
David Lavender, Principal
 586-445-4130
 dlavender@scslakeview-k12.com
All students can and must learn!
GO PATRIOTS!