Middle School... wow! I'm always amazed at the range of emotions that students come to us with. Some are so excited for the independence and new opportunities while others are terrified at all the new responsibilities being a 6th grader brings. Wherever you and your student may be, here are a few tips the 6th grade team has for you to stay on top of things and make the best of your middle school experience.
1. Stay Connected
If it feels like you're hearing it a lot it's because we really mean it. We want to stay in touch. We often hear from families that they'd like folders that go home or daily phone calls like elementary school. While we work to constantly be in communication, daily communication with 150 families just isn't feasible. We also want to get in the habit of teaching your students to be more independent and organized. A great way to remember all we're doing is to sign up for the weekly text reminders. If you haven't yet, be sure to do it!
2. Set aside time at home
With more teachers and classes comes more work. It's important to set aside time each week to do your homework. We recommend 30 minutes of time at home each day to stay on top of work in all of your classes. While you won't get homework in every class, every day. It's a lot to manage. Stay organized, use your planner and know what you should be doing. Families, the planner is also a great way for you to help your student stay organized.
3. Know your schedule
Carry your schedule with you at all times that first week. Unlike elementary school, students have nine total teachers. Knowing where to go and when is important to master in your first week. Our seven period day switches between "Day 1" and "Day 2." You will want to get in the habit of checking whether its a Day 1 or Day 2 each day because that may determine whether you have Dance Class or Choir. Luckily we have lots of people around to help out.
4. Ask for help!
One of the greatest things at Brooklyn Center Secondary is our 6th - 12th grade building. I love watching our senior high students (or the big kids) help our 6th grade students find where they're going that first week or mentor them in an after school activity. Seriously, ask for help! Older students and staff will always help you understand what you
5. Get plugged in
From football to video game club, volleyball to boys group, homework lab to cooking club there's something for you after school at Brooklyn Center. I think at one point we counted over 200 middle schoolers involved in the over 20 offerings after school at any given time. It's a great way to not only feel a part of your school community, but to meet new people and do some awesome activities.
Follow these five tips and you'll have a great first year at Brooklyn Center Middle School! In the meantime, we better get back to making signs to help you learn and know how we operate around here. Can't wait to see you next week!
1. Stay Connected
If it feels like you're hearing it a lot it's because we really mean it. We want to stay in touch. We often hear from families that they'd like folders that go home or daily phone calls like elementary school. While we work to constantly be in communication, daily communication with 150 families just isn't feasible. We also want to get in the habit of teaching your students to be more independent and organized. A great way to remember all we're doing is to sign up for the weekly text reminders. If you haven't yet, be sure to do it!
2. Set aside time at home
With more teachers and classes comes more work. It's important to set aside time each week to do your homework. We recommend 30 minutes of time at home each day to stay on top of work in all of your classes. While you won't get homework in every class, every day. It's a lot to manage. Stay organized, use your planner and know what you should be doing. Families, the planner is also a great way for you to help your student stay organized.
3. Know your schedule
Carry your schedule with you at all times that first week. Unlike elementary school, students have nine total teachers. Knowing where to go and when is important to master in your first week. Our seven period day switches between "Day 1" and "Day 2." You will want to get in the habit of checking whether its a Day 1 or Day 2 each day because that may determine whether you have Dance Class or Choir. Luckily we have lots of people around to help out.
4. Ask for help!
One of the greatest things at Brooklyn Center Secondary is our 6th - 12th grade building. I love watching our senior high students (or the big kids) help our 6th grade students find where they're going that first week or mentor them in an after school activity. Seriously, ask for help! Older students and staff will always help you understand what you
5. Get plugged in
From football to video game club, volleyball to boys group, homework lab to cooking club there's something for you after school at Brooklyn Center. I think at one point we counted over 200 middle schoolers involved in the over 20 offerings after school at any given time. It's a great way to not only feel a part of your school community, but to meet new people and do some awesome activities.
Follow these five tips and you'll have a great first year at Brooklyn Center Middle School! In the meantime, we better get back to making signs to help you learn and know how we operate around here. Can't wait to see you next week!