Middle School Orientation and Guidance Information
Join us for an inspiring middle school orientation meeting to learn about our curriculum, counseling department, and support services. Explore art classes, academic requirements, and special Wednesday events. Discover how to connect with counselors, access parent resources, and excel in your academic journey towards college and career readiness at OCSA.
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WELCOME TO MIDDLESCHOOL New student New student Meeting Meeting Inspiring all learners to reach their highest potential as responsible, productive citizens.
Welcome Parents & Future OCSA Welcome Parents & Future OCSA Students! Students! Goals for Today: Introduce Guidance team Talk about Curriculum How to see Your counselor Focus parent portal College and Career Avid program Clubs and activities Tips to be successful
School Counseling Department Mr. Arrington-School Counselor for Band, Orchestra, and Vocal Ms. Karaki-School Counselor for Creative Writing, Dance, and Visual Art Mrs. Gill-College and Career Counselor Mrs. Frederick-School Social Worker Ms. Arocha-School Psychologist Mrs. Millan-Guidance Secretary and Registrar Mrs. Gleason-Data Entry Clerk and Attendance Clerk
Help students with social/emotional issues Help students with academic issues What We Do Serve as a link between parents, teachers, students, and administration Help with testing Make sure all students are ready to be promoted to the next grade Assist with college & career exploration
At OCSA, every year, students will have at least two art area classes. Curriculum Specifics Students will also have to take a health class at some point during grades 6-8. Students will also take a research class during middle school each year. Students will also have their 4 core academic classes (language arts, math, science, and social studies) each year, which must be passed for promotion to the next grade level. In 7th and 8th grade, students may have the opportunity to take high school level classes and receive this credit for graduation.
On Wednesday from 2-3pm, we have special classes or events Wednesday Events First Wednesday of the Month- Master Classes Second Wednesday of the Month- Social and Emotional Learning/Character Education Classes Third Wednesday of the Month- Academic Enrichment Fourth Wednesday of the Month- Recital in the Theater Recital is when the students perform for each other on the stage. Parents are welcome to attend on these days.
How To See Your Counselor Please book an online appointment. Mr. Arrington: calendly.com/arringtc Ms. Karaki: calendly.com/rkaraki Mrs. Gill: calendly.com/msgill Mrs. Frederick: Please see your counselor first. Under the Guidance link on our school website: ocsa.osceolaschools.net/guidance Open Guidance every Wednesday during lunch time, students do not need an appointment. Parent Conferences-Please email teacher first, then if a meeting is still needed, please contact Mrs. Millan. Parent Conferences are 1-1:30 pm. Please make sure you come with a pass from your teacher unless you booked online.
Focus parent portal Focus parent portal Go to School District of Osceola County Website Click on Parents Tab at the top In the drop-down menu click on Parent Portal If you need to create an account select option. If you have an account select option.
Benefits of the parent portal Benefits of the parent portal Attendance information Attendance information Access to Grades Access to Grades Check for any Missing Check for any Missing Assignments Assignments Upcoming due dates for Upcoming due dates for tests and assignments tests and assignments Teacher emails Teacher emails
What is What is Xello Xello? ? College and Career Exploration program Planning for the future Opportunity for reflection Learning style Interest profile It will suggest careers based on your interests Goal setting Send transcripts to colleges
ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION (AVID) DETERMINATION (AVID) AVID is a college AVID is a college- -readiness system readiness system designed to increase the number of designed to increase the number of students who enroll in four students who enroll in four- -year colleges. It has a proven track record colleges. It has a proven track record in bringing out the best in students, and in bringing out the best in students, and in closing the achievement gap. in closing the achievement gap. AVID is not just another program AVID is not just another program at its heart, AVID is a philosophy. at its heart, AVID is a philosophy. Hold students accountable to the Hold students accountable to the highest standards, highest standards, provide academic and social support, provide academic and social support, and they will rise to the challenge. and they will rise to the challenge. year
Get Involved!!!! Clubs Clubs Around the O Anime Club Math Club HERO Club National Arts Honor Society Battle of the Books National Honor Society National Dance Honor Society Positiviti Club Odyssey of the Mind Yearbook Class Prism Men s Choir Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica Technology Student Association Student Government Association Coexist SWAT Computer Club International Thespian Society Debate T-Hoppers Tri-M Music Honor Society Gospel Choir UNICEF USA Impact Youth Entrepreneurs of America Interact
Tips for students Tips for students Attendance is very important! Be at school EVERYDAY! Get to know your counselor. Build relationships with your teachers. (Recommendation Letters in the future may be needed) Find fun and interesting ways to volunteer in the community or at school. Manage your time wisely, especially with extracurricular activities. Figure out a plan for your middle school career. Don't cram for an exam the night before. Stay organized, even if you're not the best at it. Grades are important from Day 1 of school to set-up future opportunities. Don't slack off. Don't be afraid to ask for help Get your make up work from your teachers when you are absent. This is your responsibility.
Transportation If you live in Osceola county, please check District website under Transportation tab. Enter your address to view bus routes and pick up times. If you live in another county, you are responsible for transporting your child to school. Open House will be August 9th from 4-7pm Please check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
Remind Codes for Middle School Text to number 81010 The following message: 8th grade-@732a876 7th grade- @kdkf6h 6th grade-@ecgb6he
