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School bus safety tips to impart to youngsters Each day thousands upon thousands of children board school buses to take them to and from school. Parents and caregivers entrust their children’s well-being to the care of school bus drivers and aides. Although parents may worry about school bus accidents, such accidents are few and far between. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration advises that school buses are designed to be safer than passenger vehicles in avoiding crashes and protecting against injury. Buses are arguably the safest mode of transportation for getting kids to and from school. By keeping millions of cars off the roads surrounding schools, school buses contribute to less crowded roadways, which are less conducive to accidents.
While a large part of protecting children is on the shoulders of the school bus driver, it is also vital for passengers to learn the basics of school bus safety. Kindergarteners or children who are riding the bus for the first time should be taught the rules of school bus safety. Some schools offer a school bus tour prior to the new school year. This lets youngsters acclimate themselves with the look and feel of the school bus. This introduction also may include information about bus safety, but parents can also educate their children (and themselves) about using caution in and around the bus by following these guidelines.
• Get to the bus stop 5 to 10 minutes prior to the assigned pickup time. Rushing last-minute can lead to injury, especially if you’re chasing down the bus. • Remain on the sidewalk or grass at the bus stop. Do not step off the curb into the street until the bus has arrived and is completely stopped. • When boarding the bus, go directly to a seat and sit down. Buckle up if there are seatbelts on the bus. • Remain seated while the bus is in motion. • Keep voices low so as not to distract the driver. • Keep your head and hands inside of the bus, and never hang out of the window.
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• Do not throw things on the bus or play rough with friends or classmates. • Keep the aisle clear at all times. • Be careful when getting off the bus. Hold on while going down the stairs. • Only get off at your designated stop unless you have permission to get off elsewhere. • When exiting the bus, walk at least 10 steps past the front of the bus and cross in front where the driver can see you. Do not cross behind the bus. • Wait for the driver to give you a signal that it is safe to cross. Be sure to check that all cars on the road have come to a complete stop. • Get to the sidewalk or off the street as quickly as possible.
Parents can arrange to meet with bus drivers so that they will recognize their faces. Adults also can encourage schools to host bus safety courses to further ensure their youngsters are safe.
Yellow buses are synonymous with school. But in some neighborhoods, budget cuts have forced school districts to limit bus service for students. In an effort to transport youngsters to school more efficiently, parents often band together to form carpools. Those who are new to the area or school may not know where to turn to team up with other like-minded parents. Ridesharing is an effective way to get children to and from school and divide the responsibilities among parents. Carpooling reduces vehicular congestion in and around the school, cuts down on car emissions in the atmosphere and also helps multiple families save time. Furthermore, carpooling can offset fuel costs and cut down on wear and tear on a vehicle for those parents who live far away from their kids’ schools. CHOOSING CARPOOLERS Parents who live nearest to you are the most likely choices for carpoolers. Most schools funnel children from specific areas into one school, so look for parents of school-aged youngsters in the immediate vicinity of your home. Many school communities now have an online presence through social media, and this can make finding people to share carpooling responsibilities with that much easier. Keep in mind that if you are new to the school and/or community, it could take more time to establish yourself as a reliable and safe driver among other parents. Remember, when it comes to the safety
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ESTABLISH A SCHEDULE Carpooling will blend the schedules of a few different families together. It is important to map out a schedule so that all days of the week are covered. There should be a contingency plan should one driver not be able to carpool that day due to illness or other commitments. CARPOOLING SAFETY Even if you are close friends with someone who will be ridesharing, you will want to be certain of their driving skills prior to their driving your kids to school. All parents involved in the carpool should bring their safety concerns and rules to the table to be sure everyone has the same priorities. The size of vehicles will play a role in carpooling safety. Each child should have ample room to sit and his or her own seat belt. If booster or car seats are still required, the car should fit the seats comfortably so that all passengers have the correct safety equipment. No child should be allowed to ride unsecured, in the front seat under the required age by law or in the rear cargo area of a sport utility vehicle.
ESTABLISH A PAYMENT ARRANGEMENT In most school carpooling situations the amount of fuel used is nominal. However, those who do spend a good deal of money on gas may want to establish a way of sharing the costs associated with the carpool. Taking turns driving the kids to school usually divides the cost fairly. Some parents prefer to give a gift at the end of the
school year to the parent who did the bulk of the driving. Donations to the primary driver also can offset any expenses. Carpooling is a good method of transporting children to school when buses are not available. A carpool reduces the number of cars on the road and also helps conserve time and resources among several different households.
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of their children, many parents are not quick to let them hop into the car with just anyone. The same principle exists when you are looking for a carpool. You’ll want to develop a relationship with the parents prior to the start of the carpool to ensure you feel comfortable with your child riding along with this person.
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• If you’ve forgotten something on the bus, do not run back and attempt to retrieve it. The driver might not see you and start the bus. Rather, call the bus company and see if you can pick it up at another time. • Do not get into the cars of strangers waiting around bus stops, even if they offer to take you home.
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Establishing a positive homework environment for your student
Many students need a quiet environment that’s free of noise and distractions to perform their best on homework assignments.
of an electronics store. If kids have televisions, video game consoles and stereos in their bedrooms, then that’s likely not the best environment for them to do their homework. Kids can too easily grow distracted, so find a quiet area where kids can focus on their studies without being tempted by television, video games or other distractions not conducive to studying. Designate a time each day when kids do their homework. Another way to make your home more amenable to homework is to designate a time each day when kids will study. Let other members of the household know that this is a quiet time in the house so kids aren’t distracted. Once kids get comfortable in this routine they likely won’t need much prodding to do their homework, and this designated quiet time in the household can be a relaxing time for other members of the household as well. Have healthy snacks available. Few people do their best work on an empty stomach, so if kids will be doing their homework immediately after school, make sure you have some healthy snacks on
Though it might not be something students look forward to, homework is an essential element of the learning process. Homework allows kids to apply the lessons they learned in the classroom while giving educators a chance to determine if students are grasping the concepts discussed in class or if certain lessons need to be revisited. Students often seek their parents’ help when doing their homework, but parents can start helping even before their children bring any assignments home. Creating a homework environment where kids can concentrate and put forth their best effort is a great way to help them throughout the school year. The following are a few tips for parents who want to ensure that home is as conducive a place as possible for students to do their best on homework assignments. Find a quiet space with little or no distractions. A quiet place in the home where kids can concentrate is essential when kids are doing homework. While a youngster’s bedroom might have sufficed years ago, today’s children tend to have bedrooms that mimic the showroom floor
hand. Elementary and high school students tend to eat lunch earlier than adults, so they’re liable to be hungry when they arrive home from school in the mid- to late-afternoon. Have plenty of fresh fruit on hand so kids can satisfy their hunger. Less healthy snacks might satisfy youngster’s hunger pangs, but such snacks may also make kids drowsy, negatively affecting their ability to concentrate and indirectly hindering their schoolwork as a result. Let kids know their work will be checked nightly. Parents who want to create an environment where their children approach homework seriously should let their kids know their work will be checked each night, and they will need to redo any assignments that were not completed correctly. This prevents kids from rushing through assignments without giving their best efforts. Few youngsters look forward to homework. While parents might not be able to change their kids’ attitudes toward homework, they can change their home to make it as positive an environment for kids to pursue their studies as possible.
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Parents often note that kids seem to grow like weeds. Pants that once reached to the tops of a youngster’s feet quickly become too short, while once-loose shirts may soon become too snug. Many parents find themselves regularly in children’s clothing departments stocking up on the basics, which can put quite a dent in already stretched-thin budgets. Although children’s wardrobes are added to at various times of the year, the bulk of shopping occurs just before the school year begins. Though clothing can be expensive, families need not bust their budgets when shopping for kids’ clothing. By shopping smart and concentrating on fashion staples, it’s easier to stretch money further. Spread out purchases. Shopping early allows parents to make the most of sales. Warm weather clothing generally goes on sale in July to make room for new fall lines. Considering the first few months of school still may be warm, short-sleeved shirts will still have utility and are generally less expensive than sweaters and sweatshirts. Staggering purchases also enables parents to develop a clothing allowance each and every month instead of having one large bill at a certain point in the year. Parents can even add to their children’s wardrobes during the holiday season, when clothes tend to get reduced again for holiday sales. Don’t discount hand-me-downs. It’s trendy to recycle clothing and also to be environmentally conscious by putting items to good use again and again. Aside from you and your wallet, no one will know if your child is wearing a secondhand pair of pants or a brand new pair. Many school moms are anxious to swap clothing with others to lessen
their own financial burdens with children’s clothing. Start a clothing swap with a group of friends, and you may find you have more than you need in the way of clothes for the kids. Take stock of what you already have. How many times have you run out to the grocery store for a missing ingredient only to find that very item buried at the back of the pantry? The same thing happens with kids’ clothes. Before taking kids clothes shopping, take inventory of their closets. Have little ones try on clothes to see which items still fit and which can be discarded or donated. Make a list of the items you need to cut down on impulse spending at the store. Invest in the right high-quality pieces. Spending a fortune for a trendy pair of pants that may end up getting ruined on the playground is not the best way to shop for kids’ clothing. However, investing in a quality pair of shoes that will last much of the year is a good investment. Know when to splurge and when it’s okay to shop at the discount store. Stock up on staples. A straight-leg cut of jeans, some solid colored polo shirts and an A-line dress or skirt are some classic foundation pieces for children’s wardrobes. Such items tend to last longer than trendy items that may only last a few months before the next trend arrives. Learn to layer. Layering items can make pieces look like new by putting them together in different combinations. Layering a summer T-shirt under a fall hoodie gets use out of two different season’s worth of clothes. It also enables kids to be comfortable during unpredictable weather. Leave it to the kids. Parents often worry about what other parents will think of their own children’s clothing. Children do not typically worry about such things until their preteen or teenage years. You may spend less money on clothing simply because your child has a few favorite shirts and pants he or she wears over and over. That’s less laundry for you and less money you have to spend on new clothes.
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The pros and cons of using the Internet to complete schoolwork The classroom atmosphere familiar to today’s children is likely very different from the atmosphere their parents were accustomed to when they were students. Many of these changes can be traced to technology, which has gradually had an increasing presence in the classroom over the last several decades. But technology has not only changed the classroom experience for kids, but thanks in large part to the Internet, technology also has changed the way kids approach their schoolwork at home. Though a potentially valuable learning tool, the Internet also poses some problems for today’s students. The following are some of the advantages and disadvantages of relying on the Internet to complete schoolwork.
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The accessibility of the Internet can be a significant benefit to students. Students have a wealth of resources available to them online, and those resources can make it easier for kids to understand key concepts on nearly every subject. Whereas students might once have been forced to trek to the library to research a given subject, now they can do so from the comforts of home. And unlike the library, the Internet never closes, so information is at students’ disposal regardless of when they sit down to do their schoolwork. Another advantage to using the Internet to complete schoolwork is that the Internet can be an extension of the classroom beyond school walls. Educational Web sites abound on the Internet, and many of these sites are written and monitored by professional educators. These sites can be valuable resources for students who may find themselves struggling with certain lessons. Many of their questions or concerns may already be addressed, and certain topics may be more easily explained on a Web site written by a professional educator or scholar in a given field. Rather than waiting to address an issue in class, students can visit such Web sites to answers to their questions immediately. The Internet also can provide students with a forum to discuss their studies which does not always exist in the classroom. That forum may engage students and make them better students. A passionate online discussion about a reading assignment may encourage kids to approach such assignments more fervently. Though such discussions may exist in a traditional classroom atmosphere, many students might be hesitant to express themselves in front of their classmates, feeling the anonymity of the Internet is a more inviting and less stressful forum than a classroom of their peers.
As beneficial as the Internet can be to students, it’s not always what it’s cracked up to be. Much of the concern about using the Internet to complete schoolwork is the reliability of the information on the Internet. Many sites offer reliable and wellresearched information, but many do not. Students, especially younger students, may not be capable of discerning fact from fiction and will simply take the written word on the Internet as truth. That may land students in hot water or make it more difficult for them to understand their subjects. Another significant disadvantage to using the Internet to complete schoolwork is that students may be tempted to cheat. Because the Internet is so vast, students might be tempted to cut and paste answers to homework problems from the Internet or copy information from Web sites and claim it as their own, feeling as if there is no way their teachers will ever find out. Some students may not even understand that such cutting, pasting or copying is wrong. But in addition to being wrong, such behavior, whether students are caught or not, also makes it harder for students to learn the material, which will make it more difficult for them to grasp key concepts going forward. The Internet can also be a significant distraction to students. Social networking sites can quickly distract kids from their schoolwork, costing them valuable time they should be devoting to their studies. For more than a decade, the Internet has proven a valuable resource for students across the globe. But students must recognize there arev advantages and disadvantages to relying too heavily on the Internet when pursuing their studies.
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Developing a strong relationship with a child’s teacher can help parents ensure their kids are doing their best in the classroom. Once a school year begins, many students spend more time in the classroom with their teachers than they do at home with their parents. That’s especially true in dualincome households where both parents work outside of the home. Though many parents would love to spend more time with their children, doing so can be difficult when both parents must go to work every day. Because kids spend so much time with their teachers, it’s important for parents to work toward building a strong parent-teacher relationship. Such a relationship fosters communication, which can help a young student do his or her best in and out of the classroom, something that’s a goal for parents and teachers alike. Parents interested in developing a strong relationship with their kids’ teachers can take several steps to make that
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Meet your child’s teacher at the beginning of the year. Teachers have many students come in and out of their classroom on any given day, so it can be hard for teachers to initiate a relationship with parents. Parents have significantly fewer children to look after, so they should take the first step toward building a relationship with teachers. Introduce yourself at the onset of the school year, providing phone numbers and e-mail addresses where you can be reached. Let the teacher know you’re available for discussion any time during the school year and that you look forward to the coming school year and working with the teacher as the year progresses. Attend “Back to School Night.” School events like an open house or a “Back to School Night” are a great way to help kids grow acclimated to their school. But such events also make great opportunities for parents to learn more about their kids’ teachers than they might have learned during their introductory meeting. Such events may allow teachers to explain the curriculum for the upcoming year, and teachers may feel encouraged when parents show an active interest in such events. Prioritize parent-teacher conferences. Parent-teacher conferences are a great opportunity for parents to speak to their children’s teacher one-on-one. Unlike an introductory
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meeting or an open house at the beginning of the school year, a parent-teacher conference allows parents and teachers to specifically discuss students in private. Teachers may provide insight into how a child is performing and behaving in the classroom, offering advice as to how to improve that performance or suggestions as to how to encourage kids to keep up the good work. Such conferences may be your only opportunity for a one-onone, in-person discussion about your child, so make sure you’re on time and that you don’t miss these conferences. Your child’s teacher will appreciate it, and you can use this as an opportunity to ask any questions you have about your child. Keep the channels of communication open. If it’s been awhile since you’ve spoken to your child’s teacher, don’t be afraid to e-mail the teacher to check in or see if you can lend a helping hand. In addition, if your child really enjoys a teacher’s class, don’t be hesitant to share that with the teacher. Teachers appreciate compliments just like other professionals, and parents should express their gratitude to those teachers who are working hard to make learning fun for their youngsters. Establishing a strong relationship with a child’s teacher can help parents ensure students are making the most of their time in the classroom.
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In the not-so-distant past, scientific calculators were the most technologically advanced school supplies students needed. But today’s students rely on technology more than ever. Thanks to mobile phones, ereaders and portable computer tablets, the average student’s back-to-school shopping list often includes at least one electronic device. But with such technological advances comes a higher price tag for supplies. Parents faced with the task of paying for their student’s school supplies, including electronics, may wonder how they can save money. Electronics can range from the affordable to the very expensive, and the most expensive product is not always the best. Here’s how to shop smart for electronic school supplies. Think about how the device will be used. Will your son or daughter be typing term papers or putting together reports? If so, a device that has a word processing function will be necessary. Although many e-readers and tablets have apps that function as wordprocessors, such apps won’t be as comprehensive as more traditional word processing software. And unless the student has an external keyboard for typing, using a touchscreen can be cumbersome when producing lengthy assignments. Some tablets also need
to be connected to a wireless printer in order to print documents. Keep these things in mind when shopping. If a student needs to jot down notes or go online to do research only, a hand-held device may be adequate. Educate yourself. Log onto the Internet and read everything you can about the various devices available. Some parents who aren’t tech savvy may quickly learn that there is an entirely new vocabulary with regards to technology and it pays to be informed. Having the information at the ready and being able to discuss what you want from a given product with a store employee will make you less likely to spend extra money on things that you probably don’t need, such as accessories or upgrades. Comparison shop. Electronics are big business, and different retailers provide different deals. For example, one retailer may not offer as good a warranty plan or tech-support as another. Compare apples to apples when comparison shopping to find the best deal. Do not be bashful about bringing in a competitor’s price to a particular store you like and asking for them to match a lower price. Many stores will do so to keep your business. Consider a refurbished item. Manufacturers like Apple offer refurbished items that are backed with the same warranty as fresh-out-of-thebox merchandise. Because these machines were rebuilt, the cost is considerably lower than buying new. Also, refurbished equipment is usually thoroughly tested before it is shipped out to a new owner. Gauge your student’s level of responsibility. Is your son or daughter prone to dropping or breaking things? If so, you may not want to spend a fortune on a top-of-the-line device. The tablet market has become especially competitive, with many name- and offbrand manufacturers offering variations of Android-based tablets for considerably less than some betterknown models. For example, Chinese manufacturer Ainovo offers the Novo 7 Basic tablet for around $99. That’s even
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Things to consider when choosing a college When choosing a college, students often look for the best academic institutions. While it’s hard to argue with that approach, high school students facing the decision of where to spend the next four years of their lives should know that the right university is not necessarily the one with the best academic reputation. A host of factors come into play when finding the right match between student and university. Academics should always carry the most weight, but students should consider a host of other factors before ultimately deciding where to continue their academic careers. COST In a perfect world students would not have to worry about financing their college educations. But that’s not a world in which today’s students live, so the cost of a college education is something nearly every college-bound student must consider before making his or her decision. According to the College Board, the average overall cost to attend in-state public college for the 2012-13 academic year for students who did not receive financial aid was $22,261, a nearly 4 percent increase from the previous school year. That sticker price includes the cost of living in a dorm, food, books, and the additional expenses college students typically have. And the College Board notes that, despite the cost increase, financial aid budgets stayed the same as the year before, meaning even those students
who received financial aid paid more money. While cost should not dictate where high school students ultimately go to college, students should know that eventually student loans will have to be repaid with interest, so those who do not want to bury themselves in student loan debt after graduation would be wise to choose a university that’s more affordable or one that’s offering a more attractive scholarship and grant package. Unlike student loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be repaid. DISTANCE FROM HOME While many high school students may think a school far away from their folks is ideal, the reality of being far away from home is a struggle for many college students who attend college outside of
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educations. Some students thrive in a competitive academic environment, while others tend to fare better in a more casual setting. Students should assess which environment is best for them and choose a university that best suits them as a student. A college or university’s social environment is another factor for students to consider. Larger schools tend to rely heavily on Greek life, while smaller schools may be more intimate and less exclusive. Students who hope to join a sorority or fraternity might benefit from a school with a thriving Greek life, while those who want a more intimate social environment might prefer a smaller school where all of the students seem to know one another.
Today’s college students may lean on their parents for advice as they attempt to choose a college major that will help them improve their job prospects after college.
a subject you are passionate about. Parents can simultaneously encourage kids to be smart about their job prospects and pursue their passions by suggesting a double major. For example, if your child has a love of art but understands the difficulty in earning a living as an artist, suggest a double major in art and graphic design. This way he or she has more career options upon graduation but still has the chance to pursue a subject he or she is passionate about while in school. Encourage students to apply for internships. An internship is another great way parents can help kids as they decide on a college major. Internships are rarely easy to get, but some firms hire interns who are still in high school. Parents should encourage kids to pursue internships as early as possible. Internships can provide young students with some real-world experience and give them an accurate glimpse into what their professional lives might be like if they choose a particular field of study. Some kids might be encouraged by an internship, while others might realize a given field is not really for them. Either way, the
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internship can help narrow down the field of prospective majors for young students. Let kids know a major isn’t the same thing as a career. The pressure to choose the right major can be overwhelming for some young students. But parents should let kids know that a major is not the same thing as a career, and many graduates end up working in fields that had little or nothing to do with their majors. For instance, just because a student earns a degree in finance does not mean he or she will end up working on Wall Street. While parents should emphasize the importance of choosing the right major when speaking to their children, they should also let kids know that nothing is ever set in stone. That can help take some of the pressure off students as they make such an important decision. Today’s college students have more to consider when choosing a college major than many of their predecessors. But parents can still take steps to help kids choose the right major without succumbing to the stress that comes with making such a significant decision.
Helping college students choose the right major Picking a college major is a big step for young students. Though many adults eventually find themselves working in fields that have little to do with their college majors, many more spend their entire careers in the same field they chose to major in way back in their college days. Choosing a major is a decision that ultimately rests on the shoulders of the students who must consider a host of factors before committing to a specific field of study. But parents can still help their children, whether those kids are already enrolled in college or collegebound, as they make such an important decision that could very well affect the rest of their lives. Encourage patience. Today’s college students and college-bound youngsters are living in a world that’s significantly different than the one their parents or even older siblings might
have encountered. Global and domestic unemployment rates remain high, and technology is changing the way many industries conduct business. But students trying to pick a major should avoid picking one too quickly. Just because a certain field is experiencing job growth does not mean that field is ideal for all students. Encourage kids to be patient when choosing a major so they can find the field that’s right for them, and not just the major they feel will produce the best job prospects. Suggest a double major. Many of today’s students are fully aware of the difficult job market and the cost of a college education. As a result, such students want to choose a major they feel will put them in the best position to land a well-paying job after college. That’s a smart strategy, but it’s also one that overlooks the joy of studying
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How to improve test-taking skills Students are periodically tested to gauge their progress on a variety of subjects. Although testing can be an effective way to determine a student’s understanding of a given subject, not every student performs well on tests. Test-taking comes easily for some but not so for others. Nerves or trouble concentrating can foil the best students. However, there are ways for students to improve their test-taking skills. PREPARATION Most tests are given with prior notice, enabling students to prepare for them well in advance. Sometimes teachers and professors will surprise students with a quiz. These pop quizzes are used to judge how well students are absorbing the information and if they have been paying attention. When in class, continually jot down notes and create an outline of important information. The teacher may provide hints about the upcoming test, including emphasizing specific areas of focus or even revealing the format of the test. Contrary to what some students believe, teachers want their students to succeed. Therefore, your teacher may offer a review session the day before or be open for questions prior to the test if further clarification is needed. Studying with others can shed new light on a subject. Studying difficult subject matter with peers may help students grasp the materials better than they did in class. Classmates may have some tricks they’ve developed, including pneumonic devices for putting facts together. THE DAY BEFORE AND THE DAY OF THE TEST Prior to a test, make sure you eat and get enough rest. While it may be tempting to pull an “all-nighter,” you will not perform well on the test if you are tired from having studied all night. Review the material and put the main ideas or formulas onto a sheet that can be quickly reviewed. Review it many times and then put it away. Have a
good meal, relax and try to get at least eight hours of sleep. On the day of the test, wake up and arrive on time or even a few minutes early for your class. This can help to calm your nerves and enable you to squeeze in some lastsecond studying. THE TEST ITSELF Make sure you have the supplies needed for the test. This may include pens or pencils, a calculator, a textbook if you are allowed to reference, or any other supplies the teacher allows. Have a watch available so that you can pace yourself during the test. Avoid using a mobile phone during the test, as the teacher may misinterpret that as cheating. Try to remain positive through the test. If you feel yourself getting nervous, take a few deep breaths and regroup. In addition to these tips, there are other ways to approach the test. • Do the easiest problems first. If you do not know a question, skip it and move on. There may be clues later on in the test that help you go back and answer skipped questions. • Always read the entire question. Skimming could find you missing important instructions. • Look for words that may help you determine the answer, such as “all,” “never” or “none.” They may present clues to the answer. • Pay attention to your work and only your work. Do not be distracted if others finish before you. • If there is time, go back and look over the test. Make sure that all the questions have been answered and check for any careless mistakes. Proofread any essays and short answer questions. Preparing well for a test, remaining calm and checking over your work can help students who struggle with test-taking do their best.
Children grow and develop their personalities in various ways. While many youngsters are teased or receive some good-natured ribbing at some point in their school careers, some teasing can eventually turn into bullying. The National Education Association estimates that 160,000 children miss school every day due to fear of attack or intimidation by other students. Furthermore, more than 70 percent of students report incidents of bullying at their schools. Although children in lower grades have reported being in more fights than those in higher grades, there is a higher rate of violent crimes in middle and high schools than in elementary schools. According to the association Make Beats Not Beat Downs, harassment and bullying have been linked to 75 percent of school shooting incidents. Bullying can take many forms, and learning the warning signs as a parent can help prevent harassment and
potentially dangerous situations. Verbal: If your child reports being called names, being the recipient of racist, sexist or homophobic jokes, or being spoken to in an offensive or suggestive way, this can be a form of verbal bullying. Cyber: Social media, email and text messaging has become a way for bullies to spread malicious messages or photos. In the era of digital media, this type of bullying has increased considerably. Physical: Some bullies engage in physical attacks, including hitting, kicking, spitting, or other forms of physical confrontation. Destroying personal property also is considered physical bullying. Indirect: Gossiping and spreading nasty rumors about a person is another form of bullying. This type of bullying may go hand-in-hand with cyber bullyi SIGNS YOUR CHILD IS BEING BULLIED Parents can recognize certain signs that their child is being bullied at school. Bullied
children frequently make excuses to avoid going to school. While the desire to stay home is something many children may express, those who are bullied may do so much more frequently. Bullied children tend to avoid certain places and may be sad, angry, withdrawn, or depressed. They may have trouble sleeping or experience changes in appetite, and bullied youngsters’ academic performance may suffer. Also, parents may notice that children return from school missing some of their belongings. SIGNS YOUR CHILD IS THE BULLY Parents may not want to imagine their children bullying other students, but bullies do exist. Children who bully other kids have strong needs for power and negative dominance. They may find satisfaction in causing suffering to others. Some signs that your child may be a bully include: • easily becoming violent with others • having friends who bully others • blaming others quickly • comes home with belongings that
do not belong to him or her • getting in trouble with teachers or school administrators • picking on siblings • not accepting responsibility for actions There are ways parents can teach their children to act properly when faced with a bully. First, parents should explain that bullying is not the child’s fault and he or she does not deserve to be picked on. Next, parents can let children know that being assertive but not violent with bullies may diffuse the situation, as some bullies thrive on the fear of their victims. If the bullying behavior continues, the student should speak to an adult or authority figure. Parents of bullies may need to be especially mindful of their children’s behavior. Counseling could be necessary to determine what is compelling kids to bully other students.
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SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS Blandy Hills Elementary School Kindergarten - clear or mesh book bag - pair of Fiskars scissors - 2, 4-oz. bottles of Elmer’s glue - 2 boxes of 24-count Crayola crayons - 2 packs of # 2 pencils (no mechanical pencils) - plastic pencil box - 2 spiral notebooks - package of baby wipes - box of tissues - bottle of Germ-X hand sanitizer - roll of paper towels *Please label supplies with the student’s name. 1st Grade - pack of wide-ruled notebook paper - 2 small boxes of crayons - scissors - pencils (no mechanical pencils) - erasers - glue or glue sticks - small pencil box - folder with pockets and metal brads - clear or mesh book bag *Please label supplies with the student’s name. 2nd Grade
- 3 packs of wide-ruled notebook paper - pencils (no mechanical pencils) - hand held pencil sharpener with shavings catcher - scissors - glue or glue sticks - crayons - pencil box or pouch - 2, 1-subject spiral notebooks - 3 folders with prongs and pockets - box of tissues - bottle of Germ-X - paper towels - clear or mesh book bag *Please label supplies with the student’s name. 3rd Grade - 2 packs of wide-ruled notebook paper - 4, 70-sheet spiral notebooks - #2 pencils (no mechanical pencils) - hand-held pencil sharpener with shavings catcher - zipper pouch for pencils - 3, 2-pocket folders with prongs (red, yellow and green) - 24-count crayons - scissors - box of Ziplock bags - glue - roll of paper towels - 2 boxes of Kleenex - bottle of hand sanitizer - clear or mesh book bag *Please label supplies with the student’s name. Science and Social Studies - box of 24-count crayons - pack of #2 pencils - pack of wide-ruled paper 4th Grade
- 2, 70-page spiral notebooks - 5, 2-pocket pronged folders - hand held pencil sharpener with shavings catcher - glue stick and glue - scissors - #2 pencils (no mechanical/lead pencils) - markers - wide-ruled notebook paper - hand sanitizer - 2 boxes of Kleenex - box of Ziplock style bags - ruler with inches and centimeters - paper towels -supply box or pouch - clear or mesh book bag *Please label supplies with the student’s name. 5th Grade - 1, 1.5-inch vinyl binder - 2 packages of tabbed dividers (total of at least 10) - 4 two-pocket pronged folders - wide-ruled notebook paper - 4, 70-page spiral notebooks - blue/black erasable pens - 2 large book covers - box of 24-count crayons - three-holed zippered pencil pouch to keep in binder - hand held pencil sharpener with shavings catcher - glue stick - small pair of scissors - package of about 12 colored pencils - #2 pencils (no mechanical/lead pencils) - pencil box - 2 bottles hand sanitizer - 3 boxes of Kleenex - clear or mesh book bag *Please label supplies with the student’s name.
Creekside Elementary School Kindergarten - box of 16-crayons only (not huge boxes) - bottle of glue (not gel or sticks) - pair of scissors - package of #2 sharpened yellow pencils - package of large, fat, pink, rectangular erasers - 2 packages of Clorox or Lysol sanitizing wipes - pack of dry-erase markers - 2 boxes of tissue - pencil box - clear or mesh bookbag * Please label all supplies with child’s name. 1st Grade - packs of loose leaf wide-ruled notebook paper - packages of #2 pencils - pack of 24-count crayons - package (3) of glue sticks - pair of school scissors - 2 boxes of Kleenex
- Ziplock bags - bottles of hand sanitizer - 2 containers of Clorox wipes - package of dry erase markers - clear or mesh bookbag * Please label zipper pouches and bookbags with child’s name. * No notebooks or trapper keepers allowed. 2nd Grade - pack of wide-ruled notebook paper - 2 packages of #2 pencils (no lead or mechanical pencils) - pack of erasers - 2 pocket folders - box of 16-24 crayons (no markers) - pair of school scissors - package of glue sticks (3) - zippered pencil bag (no boxes) - 3 composition books (sewn; no spiral) - box of Ziplock bags (any size) - 2 boxes of Kleenex - bottle of hand sanitizer - clear or mesh bookbag * Label items with child’s name or initials. 3rd Grade - 2 packages of crayons or colored pencils - markers - scissors - glue stick - 2 packs of pencils (already sharpened) - 2 packs of loose leaf paper - 2 bottles of hand sanitizer - Clorox wipes - box of tissue - dry-erase markers 4th Grade - 3-4 marble composition notebooks or 1.5-inch 3-ring binder (varies by teacher) - 2 packs of loose leaf notebook paper - 2 packs of pencils - scissors (varies by teacher) - 2 packages of crayons (varies by teacher) - markers or colored pencils (varies by teacher)
- box of Kleenex - hand sanitizer - clear or mesh bookbag (no bookbags on wheels) * No trapper keepers allowed. 5th Grade - 2 packs of pencils (1 pack for Exploratory Class) - 2 packs of crayons - pair of scissors - pack of colored pencils or crayons - 3 reams of loose leaf paper (for class use) - box of Kleenex - 2 bottles of Germ-X (hand sanitizer; no soap) - 2 tubs of Clorox wipes - pack of Expo dry erase markers (for student use) - clear or mesh bookbag
Eagle Ridge Elementary School Kindergarten - bookbag (must be clear or mesh) - 2, 8 oz. bottles of hand sanitizer - bottle of glue - 4 glue sticks - pair of safety scissors - 2 large boxes of tissue - box of wooden pencils (20) - 3 packs of crayons - spiral notebook (70 pages) - 2 plastic two-pocket folders with prongs - box of Ziplock bags (gallon or quart) - pack of washable markers * All students must bring a change of clothes to keep at school. These do no have to be uniform clothes. These will be used in case of accidents and will be returned at the end of the school
year. 1st Grade - bookbag (must be clear or mesh) - 2, 8 oz. bottles of hand sanitizer - 4 glue sticks - glue bottle - pair of safety scissors - 2 boxes of tissue - 3 packs of #2 pencils - 2 pack of crayons - 4 plastic two-pocket folders - 2 packs of sanitizer wipes - plastic pencil box - 4 pink pearl erasers 2nd Grade - 2, 8 oz. bottles of hand sanitizer - 3 package of glue sticks - 3 boxes of tissue - 5 packs of #2 pencils - 2 boxes of Crayola crayons (24 count) - pack of Expo markers - 4 composition notebooks (spiral) - pack of erasers - pencil pouch with zipper - 5 packs wide-ruled notebook paper - 4, 3-prong plastic folders with pockets - pair of safety scissors - box of Ziplock bags - clear or mesh book bag 3rd Grade - 8 oz. bottle of hand sanitizer - package of glue sticks - 2 boxes of tissue - pack of crayons - pack of washable markers - 3 composition notebooks (spiral) - 3, 2-pocket 3-prong folders - 2 packs of dry erase markers - 1, 2-/3-inch binder - 2 packs of 3x5 index cards - 2 boxes of wooden #2 pencils - 2 packages of loose leaf wide-ruled notebook paper - clear or mesh book bag 4th Grade - 8 oz. bottle of hand sanitizer - 3 glue sticks
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- Expo markers (will need throughout year) - 2 boxes of tissue - highlighters - 2 packs of #2 pencils (no lead pencils allowed) - protractor - colored pencils or markers - 7 composition notebooks (non-spiral, usually black and white) - 7 pocket folders - 1, 3-inch binder/notebook - pencil top erasers - 2, 3x5 index cards - package of disinfectant wipes - handheld pencil sharpener (no batteries) - 2 packages of loose leaf wide-ruled notebook paper - clear or mesh book bag 5th Grade - clear or mesh book bag - plastic crate (Gainer/Powell) - 2-inch 3-ring binder - 2 packages of pocket dividers (Smith/Ingram only) - 6, 3-prong, 2-pocket folders (plastic) - 4 spiral notebooks (Smith/Ingram only) - highlighters (4 pack) - 6 glue sticks - Expo markers (4 pack) - 2 packs of pencils (no mechanical pencils) - cap erasers for pencils - 2 packs sticky notes, regular size - 2 packs sticky notes, smaller size - 2 packs sticky notes, ‘flags’ - colored pencils or markers - crayons - safety scissors - 2, 8 oz. bottles of hand sanitizer - 2 boxes of Kleenex - box of wet wipes (reusable plastic boxes) - 5 spiral bound packages of index cards (Gainer/Powell only) - 2 handheld pencil sharpeners with shavings catcher (no batteries) - Girls: 1 box of quart size Ziplock bags - Boys: 1 box of gallon size Ziplock bags
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Midway Elementary School Kindergarten - 4 boxes of Crayola crayons (1 pack needs to be 8-count only) - pink pearl eraser - bottle of glue - paper towels - 6 glue sticks - pair of scissors for 4-6 year-olds - zipped baggies (qt or gal) - 2 bottles of hand sanitizer (12 oz. each or bigger) - box of baby wipes - 2 plastic pocket folders with no prongs - 10 pencils (not Dixon brand) - 3 boxes of tissue - pair of headphones that have volume control for computer class - bag of individually wrapped candy - disinfecting wipes - zippered pencil pouch with 3 holes - 1-inch 3-pronged notebook - stitched primary composition book (no spiral) - pack of copy paper - donations of juices and snacks would be appreciated Additional Information - Children will need a set of the following items at home for homework assignments: pencils, crayons, glue and scissors - Book bags must be clear or mesh. Rolling book bags are not allowed unless the student has written documentation from a physician. - Children are required to have a change of clothing at school. Please send a shirt, pants, underwear and socks in a plastic bag for your child. Label these items. They will be kept for emergencies.
1st Grade - 2 boxes of crayons (16 or 24-count) - 3 packs of pencils - pair of scissors (Fiskars are best) - bottle of hand sanitizer - 2 boxes of Kleenex - pack of wide ruled notebook paper - 4 homework folders with pockets (no trapper keepers) - 4 glue sticks - box of quart sized Ziplock bags - 2 rolls of paper towels - box of Clorox wipes - black and white composition notebook (no spiral) - pack of Crayola markers - pack of white copy paper - bag of individually wrapped candies - 2 packs of pencil cap erasers - pack of dry erase markers - zipper pencil pouch - earbuds - clear or mesh book bag Mrs. Powell’s Science/ Social Studies/ Health class: - 2 boxes of crayons (16 or 24-count) - box of pencils (24-count) - box of colored pencils - bottle of glue - $6.50 for Weekly Readers - box of Kleenex 2nd Grade - 1-inch 3-ring binder - bag of individually wrapped candies - 2 packs of #2 pencils - pencil pouch or box - pack of pencil top erasers - 2 packs wide-ruled notebook paper - 3 pocket folders with prongs (plastic lasts longer) - 3 single subject wide-ruled spiral notebooks - pair of scissors - bottle of glue or glue sticks - 2 boxes of Crayola crayons, 24-count - 2 large bottles of hand sanitizer - box of tissue - box of Ziplock bags - roll of paper towels - container of baby wipes - clear or mesh book bag
Social Studies/Science: - pack of #2 pencils - box of crayons - single subject wide-ruled composition book (9.75x7.5) - box of tissue - $6.50 for weekly reader 3rd Grade - clear or mesh book bag (no rolling bags without a Dr.’s note) - 4 packs of 24-count #2 100% wood pencils (not decorated) - 2 boxes of crayons (24 per box) - 4 packages of wide-ruled notebook paper - 4 black and white speckled composition books - 3 glue sticks - scissors - 2 box of quart sized Ziplock bags - box gallon sized Ziplock bags - 3, 28 oz. bottles of hand sanitizer - 2 rolls of paper towels - 3 boxes of tissue - box of sanitizing wipes (not baby wipes) - 3 packs of pencil top erasers - 4 large Expo white board markers - 6 folders with pockets and prongs (no names) - box of markers - $6.00 for a Social Studies weekly reader 4th Grade - 2-inch 3-ring binder - 8 dividers with pockets - 2 packs of lined paper - composition book - pencil bag (not box) - 2 bottle of sanitizer - 2 boxes of tissue - roll of paper towels - pack pencils (no mechanical pencils) - box of crayons or colored pencils - glue stick - clear or mesh book bag * Absolutely no trapper keepers. These will not fit in the student's desk. 5th Grade - colored pencils - 2 large packs of #2 pencils (no
mechanical pencils) - pack of multi-colored construction paper - pair of scissors - 2 bottles of hand sanitizer - 2 boxes of tissue - 4 packs of wide ruled notebook paper - 5 pocket folders (prongs not required) - box of baby wipes - clear or mesh book bag - composition notebook (not spiral) - hand held pencil sharpener * Please no trapper keepers. These will not fit in the student's desk.
Oak Hill Middle School 6th Grade - ruled notebook paper - 2-inch, 3-ring binder - 4, 100-page bound composition notebooks (non-tear out pages; not spiral bound) - blue or black ball-point ink pens - #2 pencils - colored pencils - plastic pencil/pen holder - pencil sharpener - yellow highlighter - metric ruler - safety scissors - 6 pocket folders with prongs - protractor - glue sticks - hand sanitizer - TI-15 calculator - mesh or clear book bag
7th Grade - ruled notebook paper - facial tissue
- 8 composition books, 100-page bound notebooks (non-tear out pages; not spiral bound) - 1 pack of dividers - blue or black ball-point ink pens - #2 pencils - colored pencils or crayons - plastic pencil/pen holder - pencil sharpener - protractor - hand sanitizer - TI-15 calculator - mesh or clear book bag
8th Grade - ruled notebook paper - 1, 2.5-inch 3-ring binder - 10 composition books, 100-page bound notebooks (non-tear out pages; not spiral bound) - 1 pack of dividers - blue or black ball-point ink pens - #2 pencils - colored pencils - pencil sharpener - highlighters - metric ruler - safety scissors - protractor - bottled glue - mesh or clear book bag
Sinclair Christian Academy Pre-K - Mrs. Ashley Mangus - 8x5 hard case pencil box - 2, large #2 beginner pencils (chubby) - pencil eraser - box 16-count crayons - 8-count washable watercolors - 4 jumbo glue sticks - safety scissors (Fiskars) - 2 packages of baby wipes - 2, 2-pocket folders - box of Kleenex - 2 packages of disinfecting wipes - 2 paper towel rolls - spiral notebook
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Kindergarten – Mrs. McDade - 3 glue sticks - safety scissors - 3 boxes of 24-count crayons - 2 plastic folders - pack of regular sized pencils - pack of pencil erasers - 3 rolls of paper towels - 3 boxes of facial tissue - 2 containers of disinfecting wipes - 2 containers of facial/baby wipes - pack of construction paper - coloring/activity book *Please label everything. 1st grade – Mrs. Joy Hart - backpack - 2 folders with pockets - 24 pencils - 2 packs of pencil top erasers - 2 jumbo erasers - pack of washable markers - 24 pack of crayons - Girls: pack of construction paper - Boys: pack of 8.5x11 white card stock paper - 2 packs of disinfecting wipes - 3 boxes of facial tissue - 2 rolls of paper towels - 2 pairs of scissors (1 for class supply; 1 for personal use) - 3 glue sticks - 12” ruler with inches and centimeters - flat pencil pouch (boxes don’t fit well in their desks) *If your child has sensitive skin please provide special band-aids with a note. 2nd grade – Mrs. Maldonado - 1-inch 3-ring binder - zippered pencil pouch for binder (clear front) - packs of wide-ruled notebook paper - 1-subject spiral notebook - 3 plastic pocket folders with holes (to be placed in binder; please label “Important Notes”, “Homework” and “Seatwork)” - 24 #2 pencils - pack of pencil top erasers - black sharpie
- box of 24-count crayons - box of 24-count colored pencils - pack of 8-count washable markers - pack of watercolor paint - pack of Crayola washable paint (available at Walmart) - 40-count white drawing pad (9x12) - 2, 8 oz. bottles of white glue - 8 glue sticks - 4 pack of dry erase markers, any color (for student use) - 2 bottles of disinfecting wipes (not baby wipes) - 2 boxes of tissues - 2 rolls of paper towels - 1 bottle of Apple Barrel paint, 8 oz. or larger (they can choose the color) - 1 pack of construction paper - Girls: colored card stocks - Boys: white card stock *2nd graders will do a Science Fair Project. Additional supplies may be needed for this. 3rd grade - Rodriguez - bookbag - umbrella - child may bring a soft cushion for their own desk chair - small plastic pencil box - 8, 70-page spiral wide-ruled notebooks (do not label) - 3 boxes of #2 pencils - 2 boxes of 24-count crayons - pack of washable paint - pack of 24-count colored pencils - 2 packs of washable markers - pack of block erasers - 2 packs of pencil top erasers - safety scissors (can label) - 2, 3-count glue sticks - white glue - pack of multicolored construction paper - watercolor set - 2, 12-count pack of red pens - ruler with inches and centimeters (can label) 3rd graders will be making a Nature Notebook. A list of additional supplies will be sent home later. - pack of white card stock 8.5x11 - white copy paper - pack of dry erase markers (can label) - 2 rolls of paper towels - container of Lysol cleaning wipes
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4th grade - 2-inch 3-ring binder - 1-inch 3-ring binder - pack of 6 dividers - 3-subject wide ruled spiral notebook - 2, 1-subject wide-ruled spiral notebook - 4 packs of wide-ruled paper - pack of graph paper - 24 #2 pencils (mechanical pencils are encouraged) - pack of pencil top erasers - zippered pencil pouch for binder (please, no pencil boxes) - 1-2 packs of blue or black pens - 2 red pens - box of 24-count colored pencils - 3-hole punch that can be put in a binder - pack of 3x5 index cards - 2 containers of Clorox/Lysol wipes - 2 rolls of paper towels - 3 boxes of tissue 5th grade - bookbag - 3-ring binder - 8 dividers - 2 packs of notebook paper - small plastic pencil box - 3 boxes of #2 pencils - pair of safety scissors (can label) - 2 packs of washable markers (label) - box of 24-count colored pencils (label) - pack of multicolored construction paper - 2, 3-count glue sticks - pack of block erasers - 2 packs of pencil top erasers - 2, 12-count packs of red pens - 2, 12-count packs of blue or black pens - 2 packs of 3x5 index cards - pack of 4x5 index cards - 3 canisters of disinfectant wipes (not face/hand wipes) - 2 boxes of Kleenex - package of washable paint - pack of white card stock 8.5x11 - pack of dry erase markers (can label) - personal, small whiteboard (label) - 2 rolls of paper towels
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GEORGIA MILITARY COLLEGE PREP Social Studies: - 2-inch binder - 3-subject spiral notebook
Middle School *All Prep students must have a flash drive, all book covers must be paper or cloth only and each student must have a minimum of $5 in their WEPA account which will be set up the first few days of school. *while not required donations of tissue and antibacterial wipes are appreciated – those wishing to make a donation should submit items to 1st period teacher 6th grade - box of pencils - mechanical pencils are not allowed in Usery Hall. - 2.5-inch binder shared with Science and Social Studies - 1.5-inch binder for Language Arts - spiral notebook for Language Arts - pencil box for lockers - cap erasers - 8 subject dividers with pockets - 4 marble bound notebooks (bound notebook with marble cover; not composition notebook; not spiral) - wide-ruled loose leaf notebook paper - 5 extra-large book covers - box of 24 crayons or colored pencils - box of blue or black ink pens (suggest the frictional erasable type) - 2 glue stick - package of Post-It notes - scissors - pack of highlighter pens - graph paper - package of standard, lined index cards 7th grade - #2 wooden pencils - black pens - colored pencils - markers - handheld pencil sharpener - eraser tops - metric ruler - scissors - loose leaf notebook paper - graph paper - 3-pack of clear tape
Math: - 2, 3-subject spiral notebooks (1 per semester) - scientific calculator (suggestions: TI30XS, TI-34, TI-30, TI-36X) - protractor - compass Language Arts: - Steno book - 2-inch 3-ring binder with 3 pocket dividers - 3-subject spiral notebook Science: - 2-inch 3-ring binder with 4 pocket dividers 8th grade *all 8th grade students must have a box of colored pencils Math 8- Maj. Spencer: - 1.5-inch 3-ring binder with loose-leaf notebook paper - book cover - pencils - 5 dividers with pockets - TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculator (This is the calculator that you will also be using throughout High School. The Silver Edition TI-84 is approved for purchase as well.) Science 8- Maj. Garland: - spiral notebook or sketchbook or bound journal/composition book - book cover - pencils - dry-erase markers (for student use) - glue sticks Georgia History - Maj. Grimes: - 3-ring binder with loose-leaf notebook paper - book cover - package of dividers with pockets - pencils and blue or black pens - index cards - small hand held pencil sharpener Language Arts- Maj. Gebel: - 1.5-inch 3-ring binder with loose-leaf notebook paper - book cover - black or blue pens
High School *All high school students must have a flash drive, all book covers must be paper or cloth only and each student must have a minimum of $5 in their WEPA account which will be set up the first few days of school. *while not required donations of tissue and antibacterial wipes are appreciated – those wishing to make a donation should submit items to 1st period teacher English Department- All HS English Courses: - notebook (either 3-ring binder or spiral bound), preferably with dividers and pockets - loose-leaf notebook paper (if using 3ring binder as notebook) - blue or black pens - 2 folders with pockets and prongs Optional: - 3x5 lined index cards (1 pack a year for 9th/10th and 2 packs a year for 11th/12th) Math Department- All HS Math Courses: - 3-ring binder with loose-leaf notebook paper - graph paper - TI-84 graphing calculator - wooden pencils - marble bound notebook (not spiral) - protractor/compass/straight edge set (only for students who will take their 2nd HS math during SY 13-14: 10th grade math or advanced 9th grade math) Social Studies Department - All HS Social Studies Courses: - 1-inch 3-ring binder with loose-leaf notebook paper (college ruled) - pens (blue or black) - pencils (non-mechanical) Spanish I and II - 3-ring binder with loose-leaf notebook paper - pens - pencils (non-mechanical) - 3x5 index cards (Spanish I) - Spanish/English Dictionary - set of colored pencils Biology - notebook:
Biology – student choice of a 3-ring binder with 6 dividers or spiral notebook or sketchbook (blank pages) AP Biology – 3-ring binder with dividers - pencils and colored pencils (nonmechanical) - graph paper - college ruled notebook paper - blue or black pens - highlights Physical Science, Human Anatomy & Physiology - 3-ring binder with loose leaf paper - 12 dividers - erasable black or blue pens -red pen - highlighters - pencils (non-mechanical) - colored pencils - individual pencil sharpener - 3x5 index cards (several packs) - HAP books may use regular sized book covers Chemistry/Physics - 3-ring binder with loose leaf paper - 5 dividers - pencils (non-mechanical) - black or blue pens - TI-84 calculator (same one as used for any HS math course) - composition style lab notebook (not bound) JROTC LET IV - 1-inch 3-ring binder with loose-leaf notebook paper - pens or pencils (no red pens, no mechanical pencils) - 5 clear document protectors LET III - blue 2- or 1.5-inch 3-ring binder with a pocket on each side - white 2-inch 3-ring binder with a minimum of 10 clear document protectors - non-mechanical pencils and black ink pens - tablet or notebook paper - yellow highlighter LET II - 2- or 1.5-inch 3-ring binder with loose-leaf notebook paper - pencils (non-mechanical) or pens LET I - 2- or 1.5-inch 3-ring binder (any color) with loose-leaf notebook paper - pencils (non-mechanical) or pens
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SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS JOHN MILLEDGE ACADEMY High School High School/Middle School (grades 6-12) - 3-inch 3-ring binder (will be used to store the entire year’s work). Please do not bring this to class each day. - notebook paper (plenty) - white-out tape (or liquid white-out) - small composition tablet for math formulas that will be maintained from grades 6-12 - index dividers (tab dividers) to divide each subject in the BIG notebook - 2-pocket folder for each class to put notes in, or a composition tablet for each class with pockets - mechanical pencil(s) - 0.5 mm, 0.7 mm, or 0.9 mm lead refills - eraser(s) and ruler - black/blue ink pens (or gel ink) - composition tablet for a journal/literature notebook - planner to write assignments in - index cards (plenty) - highlighter(s) - flash drive to save work - color pencils, markers, or color pens - pocket dictionary
- Spanish dictionary if in Spanish I, II, or III - graph paper - calculator a. Grades Pre-K - 7 (no calculator needed unless in PreAlgebra) b PreAlgebra/Algebra I students can purchase a TI-30IIx, TI-34II or a Casio brand scientific calculator c. Algebra II/Geometry/Trig/Calculus students will need a Casio fx-9750GA Plus (or later edition) - compass and protractor
Elementary/Middle School (grades Pre-K-5) - notebook paper (wide-ruled) - folders with pockets for each class - crayons or color pencils - #2 pencils and erasers - composition tablet for a journal - big notebook for your folders - glue - safety scissors - ruler - Kleenex
9th – 12th grade Math students - 2-inch binder - 5 dividers - loose-leaf paper/graph paper - graphing calculator - writing utensils 9th – 12th grade English students - 2-inch binder - 5 dividers - loose-leaf paper - writing utensils 9th – 12th grade Spanish students - 2-inch binder
- loose-leaf paper - writing utensils 9th – 12th grade Social Studies students - 2-inch binder - dividers - loose-leaf paper - writing utensils - highlighters/colored pens 9th- 12th grade Science students - 2-inch binder - loose-leaf paper/graphing paper (4x1”) - writing utensils
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GEORGIA COLLEGE EARLY COLLEGE 7th Grade - 6, 100 or more page composition books (one for each subject) for 1st semester and 6 for the 2nd semester - 3 packs of loose-leaf paper - pens and pencils - compass and protractor - art supplies (markers or crayons, colored pencils and glue stick) - book bag; clear or mesh (no lockers) - Novels: "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli (summer reading); "Monster" by Walter Dean Myers; "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry; "The Watsons Go to Birmingham" by Christopher Paul Curtis; "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury. Optional Supplies: - paper towels - zipper storage or freezer bags - Expo markers - highlighters - 2 boxes of tissue
Eighth grade 8 total - 100 or more page composition books (one for each subject) (4 for 1st semester & 4 2nd semester) 3 packs of loose-leaf paper 1 pack of graph paper
Pens and pencils 10 pack of glue sticks 1 - Book bag - clear or mesh (no lockers) White and/or black polo shirts Khaki pants, skirts and/or shorts Closed toe shoes Raincoat Novels: Secrets, Lies, and Algebra- Wendy Litchman (Barnes & Nobles- $6.99/ Amazon used books- $0.01) Walk Two Moons– Sharon Creech (Barnes & Nobles- $6.68/ Amazon-$1.61) The Pearl- John Steinbeck (Barnes & Nobles- $10.00/Amazon-$1.33) Alas, Babylon- Pat Frank (Barnes & Nobles- $9.18/ Amazon used books- $2.94) Michael Vey: The Prisoner of Cell 25 – Richard Paul Evans (Barnes & Nobles- $9.99/ Amazon- $0.38) Optional Supplies: Highlighters Colored pencils Markers Crayons
High School General Supplies Flash Drive
Bobcat ID Card PINES Library Card Pocket Dictionary Two (2), 2-inch binders College-ruled Notebook Paper 16-Dividers Pens #2 Pencils Highlighters Colored Pencils Specific Class Needs Latin Dictionary- Latin TI-30 XS Multi-view Pro-Calculator- All Math Graph Paper- All Math Protractor- 10th Math Compass- 10th Grade Math Ruler- All Math Summer Reading To Kill a Mocking Bird by Harper Lee -9th Grade (Barnes & Noble- $4.16/ Amazon-$0.01) Leaving Atlanta by Tayari Jones -10th Grade (Barnes & Noble- $10.98/ Amazon-$3.06) The Aeneid by Vergil (Barnes & Noble- $8.05/ Amazon-$2.54) “Beast of the Southern Wild” (a film)- 11th Grade (Amazon instant video-Rent- $3.99/ Buy$12.99/ Used DVD- $10.23)
Sinclair Christian Academy August 2 August 5 August 22 August 25 September 2 September 6 September 9 October 4 October 7 October 21-25 October 25 Oct. 28-Nov. 1 November 16 Nov. 18-22 Nov. 25-29 December 1 December 5-12 December 9-13 December 13 Dec.16-Jan. 3 January 6 January 10 January 20 January 13-31
Meet and Greet (6-8 p.m.) Uniform Sale First Day of School SCA Fall/Group Picture Day (Yearbook Portraits)
Coke Rewards Entry 2 p.m. Labor Day Holiday More information to come Open House (6:30 p.m.) Ice Cream Social End of 1st grading period Student Holiday Book Fair Fall Festival (5-8 p.m.) SCA Dress Down Days ($2 per day, $7 for the week)
Applebee’s Pancake Fundraiser SCA Dress Down Days ($2 per day, $7 for the week)
Thanksgiving Holidays Help set up Santa Shop (2 p.m.) Santa Shop SCA Dress Down Days ($2 per day, $7 for the week)
Early Release Day (pick-up at noon) Christmas Holiday Students Return End of 2nd grading period MLK Jr. Holiday SCA student re-enrollment
February 3-21 February 7-12 Feb. 10-14: February 17 March 3-7 March 6 March 10 March 14 March 17 March 24-28 April 11 April 17 April 18 April 21-25 May 2 May 19-23 May 20 May 22-23 May 20 May 22 May 23
New student enrollment Valentines Gram sale SCA Dress Down Days ($2 per day, $7 for the week)
President’s Day Holiday Tentative Standardized Testing Dates SCA Spring Pictures (K & Senior Cap and Gown Pictures)
Oldies Night End of 3rd grading period Student Holiday SCA Dress Down Days ($2 per day, $7 for the week)
Chicken Dinner fundraiser Fun Factory and Basket Raffle Good Friday Holiday Easter Break Student Holiday Spirit Week Kindergarten Graduation (6 30 p.m.) Early Release (Pick-up at noon) SCA Preschool Ceremony (10:30 a.m.) SCA Year-End Celebration (6:30 p.m.) Last day of school
WHAT’S MY DRESS CODE? Georgia College Early College White and/or black polo shirts Khaki pants, skirts and/or shorts 1 book bag (clear or mesh) Raincoat Mandatory School Uniforms for all Baldwin County Elementary Schools School uniforms help to booster a child's self esteem and encourage the main focus in the classroom to be on education and not fashion. The potential benefits of school uniforms include instilling discipline, helping students resist peer pressure and helping school officials recognize intruders who come to the school. All elementary school students within the Baldwin County School District are expected to wear uniforms Monday – Friday. Principals may occasionally allow a dress down day. Girls and Boys Polo Shirts: red, black, white and school colors (no t-shirts) Dress Shirts: red, black, white and school colors (no t-shirts) Turtlenecks: red, black, white and school colors Long Pants: khaki, black or navy blue (no denim material) Shorts: khaki, black or navy blue (no denim material) Skirts: khaki, black or navy blue (no denim material) Skorts: khaki, black or navy blue (no denim material) Dresses: khaki, black or navy blue (no denim material) Shoes: Closed toe shoes/sneakers are suggested. Flip-flops are not allowed. Clothing that contains inappropriate language, pictures or logos will not be permitted. Other banned items include clothing that contains illegal substances such as alcohol, tobacco and drugs and racially inappropriate pictures and slogans. Trousers/shorts with writing across the derriere are prohibited. Heeleys or any other roller skating shoes are not allowed. Hats or head wraps should not be worn in the building. All shirts must be tucked in.
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SCHOOL CALENDARS Georgia Military College Prep School
Baldwin County Public School System July 31 (Wednesday Open House August 1 (Thursday) August 2 (Friday) September 2 (Monday) September 9-13 September 25-26 October 3 October 16 October 21-25 October 28 (Monday) November 4 - November 15 November 25-29 (Mon.-Fri.) December 2 - December 13 December 17-18 Second Semester January 3 (Friday) January 6 (Monday) January 7 (Tuesday) January 20 (Monday) February 14 (Friday) February 17 (Monday) February 18-March 4 February 26-27 February 26-27 March 5-6 March 12 March 17-28 March 17-28 March 31 - April 4 April 14-24 April 28 - May 9 May 19-20 May 21 (Wednesday) May 24 (Thursday) May 24 (Saturday) May 26 (Monday)
Teacher Professional Day (4) First Day of School Labor Day Holiday Fall GA High School Graduation Test Fall GA High School Writing Test End of 1st Grading Period PSAT Testing Fall Break Students Return from Fall Break Winter GA High School Graduation Test Thanksgiving Holidays Winter EOCT Early Release Days for all schools Teacher Professional Day (5) Teacher Professional Day (6) Students Return for 2nd Semester Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Teacher Professional Day (7) President’s Day Holiday ACCESS for EL Grade 8 Writing Assessment Spring GA High School Writing Test (Retest)
Grade 5 Writing Assessment End of 3rd Grading Period Grade 3 Writing Assessment Spring GA High School Graduation Test
Spring Break CRCT & CRCT-M Administration Spring EOCT Early Release Days for all schools Teacher Professional Day (8) Teacher Professional Day (9) High School Graduation Day Memorial Day Holiday
School Day for Students Elementary Middle School High School
Start Time 7:45 a.m. 8:15 a.m. 8:15 a.m.
Ending Time 2:45 p.m. 3:15 p.m. 3:15 p.m.
August 9 September 2 October 14 November 27-29 December 11-13 December 14-January 5 January 6 January 20 February 17-18 March 31-April 4 May 12 May 26 May 27-29 May 30
Students Return Labor Day Columbus Day Thanksgiving 1st Semester Exams Christmas Break Students Return Martin Luther King President’s Day/Winter Break Spring Break Snow Day Memorial Day Final Exams Graduation
John Milledge Academy Back to School Night – Elementary
August 13 August 14 August 15 September 2 October 9 October 11 October 14 November 4 November 25 –29 December 16-18 December 19-20 December 23–January 3 January 6–10 January 7 January 20 January 24 February 20 March 4 March 10 March 12 March 17-21 April 18 May 16 May 22 May 22 May 20-22 May 23 and 27 May 26
Back to School Night – Middle and High Schools First Day of School (Full Day) Labor Day Holiday Mid-term Progress Reports posted on-line 1/2 Day, Parent/Teacher Conferences Columbus Day Holiday Teacher Work Day/GISA Conference Thanksgiving Holidays Mid Year Exams 1/2 Days for Students Make-up Exams (for students who missed an exam)
Christmas Holidays J-Term for Seniors Classes Resume MLK Day Holiday 1/2 Day/ Parent-Teacher Conferences Current Family Registration Alumni Registration New Family Registration Midterm Progress Reports Spring Break Good Friday Holiday High School Graduation Last day of Classes for Pre-K - 11th Grade Kindergarten Graduation Final Exams Make-up Exams Memorial Day Holiday
EBLA Academy Monday, August 5 Monday, September 2 Tuesday, September 3 Week of September 9 Week of September 23 Friday, September 30 Monday, October 14 Tuesday, October 15 Week of November 11 Week of November 25 Friday, December 13 Dec. 14-Jan. 5 January 6
First Day of School Labor Day JR/SR term paper topics due P/T Conference Homecoming Week End of First 9 Weeks Columbus Day (No School) Report Cards will be issued P/T Conference Thanksgiving Break (No School) JR/SR term paper topics due End of Second 9 Weeks Christmas Break (No School) School begins
Monday, January 20 Week of Feb. 10 Monday, February 17 Friday, March 3 Tuesday, March 18 Week of March 31 Week of April 21 Monday, May 5 Friday, May 16 Friday, May 23 Friday, May 30
Report cards issued MLK Holiday (No School) P/T Conferences (by appointment) President’s Day (No School) End of Third 9 Weeks Report cards issued Spring Break (No School) P/T Conferences (by appointment) 2014-2015 Registration Seniors Last Day Last Day of School Class of 2014 Graduation 5 p.m.
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