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Middle School

The transition to middle school marks a significant step in your child's educational journey, bringing new opportunities for growth, independence, and academic exploration.

Click on the podcast below to hear more about what to expect as your child transitions to middle school.

 

 

 

Click on the podcast below to hear more about what to expect as your child transitions to high school.

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can my child stay organized with multiple classes and teachers?

A: Encourage the use of a planner or digital calendar to track assignments and due dates. Help them develop a system for organizing materials for each class, such as color-coded folders or binders.

Q: How much homework is typical in middle school?

A: Homework expectations vary by school and grade level, but generally, middle school students can expect about 1-2 hours of homework per night.

Key Dates to Watch For:
August
September Back to school nights
March 6th grade course selection for music and world language
May
  • Middle School Transition Night for families of rising 6th graders
  • 5th grade classes visit and tour middle school
  • Middle school admin visits each 5th grade at the elementary schools (presentation)
August
  • New families event at each middle school
  • Team assignments notification to students
  • 6th grade orientation
Other
  • IEP/504 meetings are held in the spring proceeding the 6th grade year
  • EL PTAs offer a MS parent panel for 5th grade parents
  • MS spring Book Talks with incoming 5th grade students

 

 

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