Welcome to middle school !

Starting middle school is a time of great excitement , growth and discovery . Most students look forward to middle school because it means they are growing up and gaining independence . We recognize this and work hard to make sure your student will feel comfortable making connections with other students and staff and navigating a larger school building . We want your child to feel at home when she or he joins our school in the fall .

Where Everybody Belongs

Every middle school in the Anoka-Hennepin School District has programming designed to help students feel comfortable throughout their middle school years . Where Everybody Belongs [ known as WEB ] trains eighth grade student leaders to welcome sixth grade students to the school . WEB leaders help new students learn skills such as how to use their planners , how to organize their schoolwork , and how to get from class to class . They help students learn about what it takes to be successful in middle school .

Helping all students succeed

• Multilingual Learners [ ML ] ( EL ) programs are available for students who are learning English .

• Special Education services are available for students with special needs .

• Before and after school programs are available for students who need help with homework or help understanding their coursework .

• A variety of support staff is available to meet social and emotional needs of students .

Curriculum

The middle school curriculum is designed to meet the interests and abilities of students . Student test scores and teacher recommendations are used to assign students to mathematics courses that are appropriate for their individual achievement levels .

• Students who have advanced skills and are interested in reading , writing , and language may register for Advanced ELA [ grades 6 , 7 , or 8 ].

• Students who perform significantly above grade level in reading and writing may be assigned to an upper-level mathematics course which can offer individually-paced instruction and they may earn high school credit .

• Students with strong reading , math , analytical and problem-solving skills may choose to register for Advanced Science . [ grades 6 , 7 , or 8 ]

• Students performing below grade level in math and / or reading may be assigned to additional math and / or reading support courses .

Advisement periods

The advisement period is similar to a homeroom . A group of students meet daily with a teacher or other staff member who is their advisor . A variety of activities are planned during this period :

• Teachers monitor student academic progress and may check homework logs .

• Students have time for reading , academic enrichment , academic intervention , social emotional activities and career exploration .

4 Middle School Registration Guide