Northwood Middle
School
Soon-To-Be A 7th grader
Information Night
March 4, 2015
Welcome
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Staff Introductions
Enrollment
 Mascot/colors
 Agenda
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In partnership with the community, we promote relationships and learning opportunities which foster
scholarship, leadership, creativity, and individuality.
Who are we serving?
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Developmental Characteristics of
7th and 8th graders
Physical
 Social/Emotional
 Cognitive
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In partnership with the community, we strive to promote relationships and learning opportunities
which foster scholarship, leadership, creativity, and individuality.
What we provide
Academics
 Athletics/activities
 Leadership opportunities
 1:1 Computing
 Tim Clark Creative Media Center @ NW
 Targeted Support
 Extended Learning Opportunities
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Spelling Bee, Geo Bee, Science Fair, Essay
contests, Music contests..
In partnership with the community, we strive to promote relationships and learning opportunities
which foster scholarship, leadership, creativity, and individuality.
Academics
Instructional match
Rigor at all levels
Collaboration
In partnership with the community, we strive to promote relationships and learning opportunities
which foster scholarship, leadership, creativity, and individuality.
Academics
7th grade schedule:
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Language Arts
Social Studies
Math
Science
Health/Fitness
Screen to decide:
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Reading or math support
Music or Survey 7
Honors identification
Instructional Match
Identification not selection - based on student
learning needs
Screen all students in reading and math using
multiple data points
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Intensive Support
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Strategic Support
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Core
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Honors
Class of 2019 and Beyond
24 credit requirement
Algebra
 Geometry
 Offerings for 2015-2016
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The Forgotten Middle –
Study
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Scores in English, Math, Reading and Science
show that 8th grade achievement displays a
stronger relationship with college and career
readiness than does any other factor, including
family background, high school coursework, or
high school GPA.
Similar results were found across ethnic groups
and income levels.
In partnership with the community, we strive to promote relationships and learning opportunities
which foster scholarship, leadership, creativity, and individuality.
Attendance/Academic Impact
Keys to success
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Class work/homework
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Extended absences/Vacations
College and Career
Readiness
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Rigorous expectations/Common Core State
Standards
HS credit in the MS - 24 credits / 2019
College and Career Exploration
GRCC, RTC, HCC
College Bound Scholarship
Johns Hopkins CTY
Exploring Your Horizons
High School and Beyond Night
What counseling provides
Academic assistance
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Progress monitoring
Social/Emotional support
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Mediations/Problem-solving
Resource support
Classroom Presentations
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Harassment
Academic planning
Agency partnerships
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Johns Hopkins, CTY
College Bound Scholarships
Kent Youth Family Services, Valley
Cities, Auburn Youth Services and
Renton Youth and Family Services
In partnership with the community, we strive to promote relationships and learning opportunities
which foster scholarship, leadership, creativity, and individuality.
Safety Services
School Safety Officer – Brian McMillan
 Campus cameras
 Safety Committee
 Monthly drill practice
 District resources
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Get Involved
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Athletic Clearance
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Physical after June 1st
Athletic Registration Form
Athletics
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Quarter 1 – Football & Volleyball
Quarter 2 – Boys’ Basketball & Gymnastics
Quarter 3 – Wrestling & Girls’ Basketball
Quarter 4 – Track
Yearlong – Drill & Cheerleading
Get Involved
Activities
 ASB
 National Junior Honor Society
 Drama Club
 Battle of the Books
 Jag Force X
 Green Club
 Math and Science Club
 Pump It Up! Club
 Debate Club
 Art Club
 Anime Club
 Hiking Club
 Read a Movie Club
Northwood PTSA
Supporting Northwood’s activities!
Enhancing their education!
Activities:
• Staff Appreciation
• Book Fair
• Music Program
• Student of the
Quarter
• Emergency
Preparedness
• Advocacy
• Eighth Grade Party
• Dance Concessions
and Chaperones
• Reflections
• Spiritwear
• Kent Area Council
Clothing Bank
• Color Run
Dances
Supporting
ASB!
Northwood
Color Run!
Educational and Curricular Support!
Supporting our Teachers and
Staff!
Staff
Appreciation
Student
of the
Quarter
Advocacy and a Voice!
Focus Day and Legislative Assembly!
Fundraising
How does PTSA Support
Northwood?
ASB: Color Run
$ 500
Science: Brain Pop Program
$ 175
PE: Square Dance Caller
$ 750
Science: Frogs for dissection
$ 350
Social Studies: Pompeii Entrance Fee
$ 625
Band: Various requests
Total Allocations
$ 1,027
$ 3,427
Why Join?
• Stay connected!
• Stay involved!
• Involvement increases success
Check out the PTSA Website: http://northwood-ptsa.org
“Northwood PTSA”
For questions,
please email us:
northwoodptsa@liv
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Transition Timelines
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Registration - parent/teacher
conferences
Moving Up Day - June 15th
Welcome Day - August 20th
On-line class schedules - TBA
Parent Newsletter - August
Rolling Start – First day of school
In partnership with the community, we strive to promote relationships and learning opportunities
which foster scholarship, leadership, creativity, and individuality.
Special Services
Information Night
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Parents of students served in:
English Language Learners (ELL)
program
Special Education programs
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April 14th 6:30 pm Northwood Library
Staying in Touch
Northwood Website
http://www.kent.k12.wa.us/ksd/NW/
 August Parent Newsletter
 Skyward Family Access
 Staff Websites (SWIFT)
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In partnership with the community, we strive to promote relationships and learning opportunities
which foster scholarship, leadership, creativity, and individuality.
Student Tours
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Groups by birthday month
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Explore the building
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Please stay with your guides – a great
resource for questions
In partnership with the community, we strive to promote relationships and learning opportunities
which foster scholarship, leadership, creativity, and individuality.
Q & A Session
Principal - Colleen Nelson
 Assistant Principal - Tracie Watson
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Today’s learners …Tomorrow’s leaders
In partnership with the community, we strive to promote relationships and learning opportunities
which foster scholarship, leadership, creativity, and individuality.