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Welcome toSolon Middle School!New Student OrientationAugust 9, 2021
Solon Middle School Leadership TeamMr. CampbellPrincipalMrs. Dingman7th GradeCounselorMrs. ChinAssistantPrincipalMrs. AmstutzTechnologyCoordinatorMrs. Westendorf8th GradeCounselorMrs. AmesCurriculumResourceTeacherMrs. VoigtSchool Psychologist
The Comet WayEvery Child Every Day Commit to the Work The Power of Us Passion for Learning
Our School DayFirst bell - 8:30 amWarning bell - 8:35 amFirst Period Begins - 8:40 amDismissal Bell - 3:30 pm
We have a strongPassion forLearningat Solon Middle Schooland we Commit to the Work!
Our Academic Teams 7 East, 7 North, 7 West 8 East, 8 North, 8 WestTeam ClassesExecutive SessionElective Classes
7th Grade Team Classes Math (Math 7, Accelerated Math 7, Algebra I) Language Arts (LA 7 or LA 7 PLC) Science Social Studies Physical Education/Studio Art /Digital Art(6-week rotations)
7th GradeUnified Arts Rotations STEMIndustrial TechnologyFamily and Consumer ScienceFinancial LiteracyCollege and Career ReadinessDARE
Two Periods for Electives World Language and Music
7th Grade World LanguageFrench, Mandarin Chinese, and Spanish High school credit 1.0 (.5 in 7th and .5 in 8th)Students stay with same language 7th - 8thStudents may take language of their heritageClass activities: Read print and online materials in target languageCreate projects and presentations in the languageCelebrate culture with parties and food
7th Grade Music Music Chorus/Study ts who enroll in Band or Orchestra must have at least two years of experience and proficiency withtheir instrument. Students with no prior instrument experience may consult with the Band and Orchestrateachers to discuss opportunities for gaining experience outside of the school setting to develop the skillsnecessary skills to potentially join the instrumental music program in the future.
8th Grade Team Classes Math (Math 8, Algebra I, Honors Geometry) Language Arts (LA 8 or LA 8 PLC) Science (Science 8 or Advanced Science 8) Social Studies Physical Education/Health
8th Grade Semester-longElective Courses ArtFamily and Consumer ScienceIndustrial TechnologyMedical Investigations
8th Grade MusicElective Courses Music ents who enroll in Band or Orchestra must have at least two years of experience and proficiencywith their instrument. Students with no prior instrument experience may consult with the Band andOrchestra teachers to discuss opportunities for gaining experience outside of the school setting todevelop the skills necessary skills to potentially join the instrumental music program in the future.
8th World LanguageElective CoursesWorld Languages: Spanish, French, Chinese SMS Students choose the World Language they will take for both 7th and 8th grade.At SMS, the level I high school course is taught over two years and provides the student with theopportunity to earn a high school credit while in middle school.Students take the same World Language both years while at SMS.IMPORTANT: Students who transfer to SMS as 8th graders areeligible to enroll in a World Language ONLY if they have record ofprevious course completion in the language at their previous school.
Assessments and Grading Summative Assessments Common and interim assessments that count for 80%of the grade Practical Application Homework, classwork, and projects that count for 20%of the grade
High School Credit Courses Algebra I Honors Geometry World Language (Level I over two years) Spanish, French, Chinese
Academic Supports Teacher Help SessionsPeer Math TutoringAcademic Support ClassesGuided Study HallPowerSchool Access
Social/Emotional Supports Grade Level CounselorsSAY CounselorSchool PsychologistIndividual and Small Group SupportOnline Resources for Students and Parents
We believe inThe Power of Usat Solon Middle School!Great Character is The Comet Way
The Comet WayPassion, Perseverance, Character Above the Line Behavior (E R O) Balance and Wellness with Mindfulness Growth Mindset Inclusiveness
Activities at SMS Clubs (Club Fair in September) Competitive Academic Organizations Music Ensembles SportsVisit the SMS web page for more information
SMS SportsFallWinterSpringFootball (7/8 B)Basketball (7/8 B) - TryoutBaseball (8 B) - TryoutCheer (7/8 G) - TryoutBasketball (7/8 G) - TryoutLacrosse (B/G) - TryoutXC (B/G)Cheer (7/8 G) - TryoutSoftball (G) - TryoutSoccer (B/G) - TryoutSwimming (B/G)Tennis (G) - TryoutWrestling (B)Volleyball (7/8 G) - TryoutTennis (B) - TryoutTrack and Field (B/G)
Athletic Eligibility Physical forms can be found on the Solon Athletic Website Eligibility is determined by most recent grading period grades Study Table - Below a 2.0 and/or one FIneligible - Below a 1.0 and/or two F’s
WeHAVEFUNat Solon Middle School!It’s The Comet Way!
SMS Pep Rallies
SMS Pride
How to Find Answers Student Handbook on the SMS webpage:www.solonschools.org School Office Staff Mr. Surdy, SMS Athletic Director
Placement Testing for New Students Grade 7 All new students will take the Math 7 and Reading/Writing Assessment.Students requesting Algebra I-7 will potentially take two placement tests.Grade 8 All new students will take the Math 8 and Reading/Writing Assessment.Students requesting Algebra I-8 will potentially take two placement tests.Students who have completed Algebra I in 7th grade as documented on school records will takethe Honors Geometry placement test to receive Solon’s recommendation for math placement.Students requesting Advanced Science 8 will take the Science Placement Test. (Studentsrequesting Science 8 will NOT take a science placement test.)Students will complete placement testing online using Edulastic.Counselors will notify parents of results when all placement testing is completed.
Upcoming Important Dates 8/9 (TODAY) - Math Placement Testing: 10:00-12:00 8/10 (TOMORROW) - Language Arts Placement Testing 9:00-11:00Science 8 Placement Testing (Optional): 11:30-1:00 8/18 - First day of schoolConferences are planned for November
Can we meet with the School Counselor?YES! Email or call us to request a phone conference, Zoom meeting or in-personmeeting. We will also be walking around today to answer questions and help with thescheduling forms.8th Grade Counselor, Mrs. 067th Grade Counselor, Mrs. Dingman:wendydingman@solonboe.org440-349-7404
Scheduling Registration Steps (or use QR Code)7thGrade1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8thGradeGo to solonschools.orgOn right side pull-down, go to Schools (under white box)Select Solon Middle SchoolScroll to the bottom to Quick Links and select Counseling, then on middle leftclick on ResourcesUnder Helpful Links, use pull down, choose AAA New Students AUG 2021and click SubmitUse Helpful Links to select New Student–Scheduling Form, and click SubmitUse the grade 7 or grade 8 link to access and complete the GoogleScheduling Form
Welcome to Solon Middle School!We are glad you are here!
Students requesting Algebra I-8 will potentially take two placement tests. Students who have completed Algebra I in 7th grade as documented on school records will take the Honors Geometry placement test to receive Solon's recommendation for math placement. Students requesting Advanced Science 8 will take the Science Placement Test.
