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Mountain Ridge Middle School 10590 Mountain Vista Ridge, HR. CO 80126 303-387-1800 Main Line
Table
of
Contents
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General Information School Address, Hours, phone numbers Miscellaneous Information Heres the Scoop Reporting Absences Leaving Early from school Dropping off Items for Students Messages for students Bus Passes Medications at School Change of Household information Cell Phone Usage Withdrawing student from MRMS Tardy Information What Happens when student is tardy How many tardies before discipline Inclement weather Sick in morning .. comes in late Traffic Line
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Middle
School
Grading
Guidelines
Purpose
Statement
Grading
Principals
Reporting
Exceptions
Mid-Quarter
Reporting
Additional
Communication/Reporting
Grading/Reporting
for
ISS
Students
Essential
Conditions
making
grading
adaptations
Guidelines
for
Differentiated
Instruction
Content
Grades
Descriptors
for
Quarterly
Grading
Scale
Evidence
of
student
learning
When
a
Student
earns
a
D
or
I
Work
Habits
Grade
Student
Led
Conferences
MRMS
Website
Athletics
and
Activities
Teacher
Websites
Teacher
Websites
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A Students Guide to Make-Up work I know beforehand that I will miss class I missed class, but didnt know I would be absent
GENERAL
INFORMATION
SCHOOL
ADDRESS:
10590
Mountain
Vista
Ridge,
Highlands
Ranch,
CO
80126
STUDENT
SCHOOL
HOURS:
7:30
am
TO
2:45
PM
MAIN
OFFICE
PHONE:
303-387-1800
ATTENDANCE
PHONE:
303-387-1802
COUNSELING
OFFICE
PHONE:
303-387-1819
SAFE
2
TELL
LINE:
1-877-542-SAFE
(7233)
or
www.safe2tell.org
WEATHER
RELATED
CHANGES:
303-387-SNOW(7669)
TRANSPORTATION:
303-387-6155
or
303-387-6156
WEB
SITE
ADDRESS:
https:/sites.google.com/a/dcsdk12.org/mrms
SCHOOL
COLORS:
Royal
Blue
and
Vegas
Gold
SCHOOL
MASCOT:
Ram
BUS
CONTRACTS:
Included
in
the
Code
of
Conduct
Each
student
needs
to
have
Code
of
Conduct
acknowledgment
on
file,
even
if
they
do
not
ride
the
bus
for
regular
transportation,
as
this
also
covers
field
trips.
INTERNET
USE
AGREEMENT:
Included
in
the
Code
of
Conduct
It
will
be
necessary
for
every
student
to
have
a
signed
Internet
Agreement
form
in
order
to
use
the
internet.
MEDIA
WAIVER:
Each
student
needs
to
have
a
completed
media
waiver
on
file
(completed
through
on-line
check-in
registration)
MEDICAID:
This
form
is
only
filled
out
if
you
are
Medicaid
Eligible
(completed
through
on-line
check-in
registration)
PERSONAL
ELECTRONIC
DEVICES
AGREEMENT:
Each
student
needs
to
have
a
completed
personal
electronic
devices
agreement
on
file
in
order
to
use
their
personal
device
in
a
classroom
setting.
PHYSICAL
EDUCATION
DISCLAIMER:
All
Physical
Education
and
activities
classes
are,
by
nature,
classes
that
include
risk
of
injury
to
the
participants.
Injuries
may
range
in
severity
from
minor
to
long-term
catastrophic.
Although
serious
injuries
are
not
common
in
supervised
Physical
Education
and
activity
classes,
it
is
impossible
to
eliminate
all
risk.
Students
must
obey
all
safety
rules,
report
all
physical
problems
to
their
teacher,
follow
classroom
rules
and
procedures,
and
act
responsibly
while
in
the
class
area.
PLACEMENT
ON
TEACHER
COMMUNITIES/TEAMS:
All
student
schedules
are
created
through
the
use
of
a
computer
program.
Student
placement
on
a
community/team/teacher
is
random.
RAM/ADVISEMENT:
Every
student
will
have
a
RAM/Advisement
class
for
the
first
15
minutes
of
each
day.
The
student
will
be
assigned
an
advisement
teacher
chosen
randomly
by
the
computer.
The
student
will
have
the
same
advisement
teacher
for
2
years.
FEES:
Set
by
the
Board
of
Education;
subject
to
change.
PLANNER:
Students
are
encouraged
to
purchase
a
MRMS
school
planner/assignment
guide,
through
on
registration
and
payment.
BOOK
FINES:
Lost
books
will
be
charged
at
full
replacement
cost.
Damaged
or
defaced
books
will
be
assessed
a
fine
by
the
bookkeeper.
LIBRARY
MEDIA:
Lost,
damaged
or
defaced
materials
will
be
charged
at
full
replacement
cost.
FIELD
TRIPS:
A
bus
fee
will
be
charged
per
student
per
field
trip,
plus
the
cost
of
admittance.
th ATHLETICS:
There
is
a
$100.00
fee
for
8
grade
tackle
football;
all
other
sports
have
a
fee
of
$70.00
(per
sport).
CLUBS
&
ACTIVITIES:
There
is
a
fee
of
$30.00
per
club/activity.
Some
clubs/activities
are,
but
not
limited
to,
Chess
Club,
Fossil
Reproduction
Club,
Math
Counts,
Jazz
Choir,
etc
HERES THE SCOOP ON. . . . . Reporting Abences, Tardies, Dropping Off Items for Students, Leaving Messages, Bus Passes, Medications at School
Welcome to the 2012-2013 school year at Mountain Ridge Middle School. We would like to share information with you and your student regarding procedures that will minimize classroom disruptions. School hours are 7:30 AM 2:45 PM. The school is open for early arriving students at 6:45 AM. First bell rings at 7:25 AM and students are to be in their classroom by 7:30 AM. Students who arrive to class after the late bell rings are tardy and must check in at the attendance office for an admittance pass. Please see student handbook for additional information. Reporting Absences If your student is absent, please call the attendance line at 303-387-1802, and report the absence stating the date of absence, students first and last name (spell last name), grade and reason for the absence. All absences must be reported to the attendance office even if notification has been made to the teacher. Absences not reported within 48 hours are recorded as unexcused absences in our attendance records. Leaving Early From School Parents, if you know in advance that your child will be leaving early from school, please send note with your child for the Main Office first thing in the morning. We will issue your child an early dismissal pass which allows the student to leave class early and meet you at the Main Office at the time you designate. This eliminates classroom interruptions.
Dropping Off Items for Students and Messages We realize that everyone, at one time or another, forgets something. We would like to accommodate families; however, we are just not able to deliver all messages, forgotten items and money that is requested of us each school day. Please share information with your child regarding dental/doctor appointments, after school plans, and transportation plans prior to them leaving for school. Items dropped off at the office (forgotten homework, lunches, money, clothing, etc.) will be kept in the office area for students to claim. We continually remind students that if they have forgotten something they are always welcome to come to the office to see if it has been delivered by a parent. Our staff is not able to hand deliver items to students. Bus Passes If your student wishes to ride a bus other than the one they are assigned to ride, please send a note to the office with your student giving permission to ride an alternate bus and indicate the bus number. Please include a phone number where parent can be reached and parent signature. Medications at School Students at the secondary level may carry over-the-counter medications such as acetaminophen, cold preparations, or vitamins, but should carry only a one-day supply as per district policy. A permission to carry form is not required for these products. The school does not have these medications to dispense to students. Change of Household or Emergency Contacts Any contact information changes (including family, emergency contacts, doctor, etc.) need to be made through the counseling office. Current information is vital for the safety of our students. Students who will be moving out of MRMS will need to pick up a Withdrawal Form from the counseling office one week prior to last day. Cell Phone Usage At MRMS student cell phones are to be turned off at all times during the school day. If a student has a need to contact a parent, a school phone may be used.
Grading/Reporting for Students who receive Instructional Support Services (Students with disabilities, second language learners, or identified as gifted and talented) Students who have IEP goals and objectives must receive grades based on progress toward the specific goals and objectives delineated in their IEP. If a students performance on related standards is impacted by the disability addressed in IEP goals, consideration must be given when determining the content grade. For example, a student with a writing disability may need special consideration when being graded on their ability to use scientific method. English language learners (K-12) in Douglas County School Districts ESL program each have a custom plan to meet their language goals. ELLPs English Language Learning Plans are written by the ESL teacher based on the students language level and which ESL standards are appropriate. Grading in mainstream content areas should be a joint effort with the classroom teacher and the ESL teacher to determine the appropriate grade based on the student work in class and toward the ESL goals on the ELLP. Students enrolled in Advanced courses for Math and Language Arts will be graded on the standards for that course. Essential Conditions for Making Grading Adaptations 1. Input from the regular classroom teacher, the student, that parent and the cooperating special education teacher should be considered in determining the adaptations made 2. Grading adaptations should be formalized and consistent with documentation of individual need 3. Grading adaptation should be applied individually and conscientiously. Guidelines for Differentiated Instruction 1. Plan curriculum alternatives that permit these students to proceed to appropriate levels of learning 2. Implement these alternative activities as learning experiences with the regular classroom or as activities in a specially assigned classroom. 3. Use differentiated rubrics, contracts and modified course requirements for quality, quantity and timeliness. 1. Content Grades Students must demonstrate appropriate progress or proficiency on the content standards embedded in the course through teacher judgment based upon district assessments, end of course tests or other measurements as well as meeting other stipulated course expectations in order to receive a passing grade in a class, course or subject. Summary grades will include achievement of standards and/or checkpoints based on a body of evidence. Summary grades for students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) will be based upon the achievement or progress towards goals listed in their IEP. Tasks completed, whether in or outside of class, which demonstrate understandings of content knowledge (e.g. art project, research paper)are reflected in a students achievement grade. Tasks that are assigned for practice and preparation are reflected in the Work Habits Grade. Teachers determine grades by examining products and progress towards standards and checkpoints. These may include: students checkpoint scores, unit assessments, anchor assessments, reports, projects, exhibitions, performances, laboratory projects, oral presentations, quizzes, portfolios, teacher observations, teacher records, and descriptors for letter grades. Descriptors for Quarterly Grading Scale: Evidence of student learning.. A = 4 exceeds standards/checkpoints for this grading period B = 3 meets standards/checkpoints for this grading period C = 2 is progressing toward standards/checkpoints for this grading period D = 1 does not meet / interventions necessary for standards/checkpoints in this grading period I = 0 Insufficient Evidence submitted in the grading period (interventions necessary)
When a Student earns a D or an I If a student earns a D or an I, teachers will provide a comment on the report card. The student is expected to demonstrate proficiency on the checkpoints and earn a grade that gives an accurate description of that learning during the new grading period through interventions. 2. Work Habits Grade Tasks, which are assigned for practice or preparation, are reflected in this report. These may include: homework completion, homework quality, other non-achievement factors such as class participation, work ethics and neatness, effort, attendance, punctuality of assignments, class behavior and attitude, student notebooks and journals, classroom observations related to work habits and behaviors will also be included in this summary grade. Reports for students with specific behavioral goals stated in IEPs will be based upon achievement of progress toward these goals. Work Habit Descriptors for Quarterly Grading Scale A = 4 Work Habits consistently exceed expectations B = 3 Work Habits consistently meet expectations C = 2 Work Habits inconsistently meet expectations U = 1 Work Habits do not meet expectations
Each
school,
department,
team,
etc.
will
be
responsible
to
create
a
rubric
to
assess
performance
on
work
habits.
MRMS
Website
The
MRMS
website
holds
a
wealth
of
information.
The
home
screen
contains
updates
and
announcements
regarding:
activities,
after
school
performances,
Back
to
School
Night
information,
conference
dates,
CSAP
testing,
healthy
habits
tips,
volunteer
opportunities,
etc.
Links
on
the
left
hand
side
take
you
to
specific
areas.
https:/sites.google.com/a/dcsdk12.org/mrms
A. ATHLETICS
AND
ACTIVITIES
a. Find
required
forms
and
fees
for
sports
and
clubs
b. Find
sport
specific
information
i. Coach
names
ii. Practice
schedules
iii. Game
schedules
B. TEACHER
WEBSITES
a. Teacher
websites
are
CRUCIAL!
Use
their
websites
in
order
to
stay
up
to
date
on
classroom
activities,
homework
assignments,
upcoming
tests
and
expectations.
b. It
is
recommended
to
log
on
to
the
teachers
websites
2-3
times
per
week
in
a
pro-active
manner.
c. Most
teachers
also
have
you
subscribe
to
their
website.
When
you
subscribe
to
the
website,
an
email
is
automatically
sent
to
you
when
something
on
the
website
has
been
updated.
C.
INFINITE CAMPUS (IC): Parent Portal This is an on- line system used to improve communication regarding student performance. Students and Parents/guardians have their own log-in username and password. Students use their active accounts during certain classes. Parents using their childs access could jeopardize their childs school work. a. A direct line of communication from school to home about academic performance. KEY FOR SUCCESS! b. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week c. A great conversation starter and a great way to check in with your child. Have him/her bring up IC and walk you through the comments, grades and upcoming class work d. Report cards are no longer sent home. You access them online, in IC, approximately 24 hours after the end of the quarter.
D. Teacher Updates a. Most teachers update IC within 24 to 48 hours of an assignment due date or upon test completion. Please have your child log on and walk you through their grades/assignments. Two to Three times a week is recommended. This assignment page is printable. You could consider giving it as an after school task which can be followed up on once you arrive home. If your son/daughter is resistant to showing you IC, there is probably a reason that needs immediate attention. E. GRADES/COMMENTS/NAVIGATING a. Retakes: Please listen at Back to School Night for teachers retake policy and if they dont say it, ASK! Make sure your child takes advantage of these opportunities: i. So they get it and feel good ii. So their grade con reflect their efforts Be careful that they dont begin to use retakes as a crutch. They should understand that it takes much less effort and time to do it right the first time!
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A Students Guide to Make-up Work After identifying the situation in which you miss class, take the following steps that lead you to success! Situation: I KNOW BEFORE HAND THAT I AM GOING TO MISS CLASS. Example: Vacations, Doctor Appointments, Trips with Athletic Teams, School Field Trips o Notify all of your teachers of the exact dates of your absence by either e-mailing them or talking to them in person. Aim to notify them one to two days before your absence so they have time to get any materials together for you. o Make a list of homework, in-class work, and/or tests/quizzes that need to be made up. Beside the items on your list, write down when you are going to make it up. For example: Make up work Will make up on th Science Test - Oct. 5 at 2:45 pm Remember the possible times to do make-up work while at school: Before school, Access, during lunch, after school with your teacher or in the library at WIN Your list is your plan of attack Plan to do as much of the make-up work as possible before you leave on your absence If you dont get all of your work done before you leave, designate specific time to do work during your trip. Examples: For an hour right when you wake up, for an hour before bed, during your lunch break, on the plane, etc Upon returning to school, complete the following o Check in with all of your teachers to turn in completed work and receive further instructions o Check infinite campus for grades and upcoming assignments/tests o Check each teachers webpage to get up to date with new information posted o Talk to your classmates about the class time you missed. What do they remember about the lecture? Did they take notes you can borrow? Make sure you pick a reliable person to get the information from. Consider picking one study buddy in each class that you can call ( and who can call you ) when absent. If your plan included making up work after returning from school, make sure you complete the work or makeup the tests/quizzes at the time you agreed to do so. Stick with your plan! Situation: I MISSED CLASS, BUT DIDNT KNOW THAT I WOULD BE ABSENT. Examples: Illness, unexpected appointment, family emergency o Check the teachers websites for homework, announcements, and other information that explains what you missed. o Call a student in your class to get further information about what they did in class. o Make sure you pick a reliable person to get the information from. Consider picking one study buddy in each class that you can call ( and who can call you ) when absent. o E-mail your teachers and check in with them about your absence. o Mention in your email that you have checked their website. They will be extremely happy that you are using your resources. o If you will be missing more classes, let your teacher know when you will be back (and if you dont know an exact date, let them know as soon as you do know .. when you will be back). o Make a list of the homework, in-class work, and/or tests/quizzes that need to be made up. Beside the items on your list, write down when you are going to make it up. Be specific on date and time (make sure your teacher agrees). REMEMBER THE POSSIBLE TIMES TO DO MAKE-UP WORK WHILE AT SCHOOL: before school, Access, during lunch, after school with your teacher or in the library at WIN. o Upon returning to school, complete the following: o Check in with all of your teachers to turn in completed work and receive further instructions o Check Infinite Campus for grades and upcoming assignments/tests o Check each teachers webpage to get up to date with new information posted o Talk to your classmates about the class time you missed. What do they remember about the lecture? Did they take notes you can borrow? o If your plan included making up work after returning to school, make sure you complete the work or make-up the tests/quizzes at the time you agreed to do so. Stick with your plan!
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