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What to expect in Middle School
Review this parent handout to learn what middle school is all about and see our FAQs below.
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What should I do if I've worked with my child’s teacher about a concern but haven't resolved it?
Contact the assistant principal for 6th grade.
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Can I eat lunch with my child in the cafeteria?
To keep all students safe, parents wanting to eat with their child should come to the main office and their child will be called to have lunch with them in the main office.
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Where do students sit during lunch and how are they able to interact?
6th grade teachers have assigned tables in the cafeteria where students sit with their core 4 teacher. Students may earn a coupon on their team to sit with their friends at lunch.
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I was very involved at my child’s last school, how can I be more involved at Rogers-Herr?
Please join our PTA to become a volunteer and/or team parent. You might also consider becoming a grade level parent on our School Improvement Team.
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How does dismissal work?
~2:15pm, 6th & 7th grade bus riders are dismissed| ~2:17pm, Pathfinder carpoolers & afterschoolers are dismissed| ~2:19pm, Pioneer carpoolers & afterschoolers are dismissed| ~2:21pm, 8th graders are dismissed
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How do you handle bullying?
We take bullying very seriously. All reports of bullying made to teachers, administration, and/or counselors are investigated. Consequences are given when bullying occurs.
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What do I do if my child is absent?
When you know your child will be absent, email your child's teachers as well as lisa.richmond@dpsnc.net. Please turn in any documentation you may have on the day your child returns to school.
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How can I get money on my child's lunch account?
Parents may add money to their child’s lunch account directly at the school or by visiting this link:
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Can kids ride home with other kids on the bus?
For a child to ride a bus they don’t normally ride, parents must sign & date a note that includes their first & last name, phone number, the first & last name of their child, the child with whom they’re riding, and the bus number.
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May I select my child’s team?
Our administrators and counselors work to ensure that teams are balanced regarding multiple academic and cultural differences. Therefore, we do not honor requests to be placed on a specific team.
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May students interact with those not on their team?
Students can interact with friends on the other team during lunch and electives.
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How likely is it that 6th graders will be picked for a sports team?
6th grade students may tryout for any sport except for football. That includes cheerleading, basketball, cross country, soccer, baseball, softball, and track/field.
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Should my child have a cell phone? When would they be able to use it?
Students may bring cellphones to school but can't have them out during the school day. They must be off and in lockers from 7am-2:20pm every day.
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May I meet with teachers or administrators without an appointment?
To arrange a meeting, please contact the grade level administrator or leave a message at the front desk. We'll get back to you within 24 hours. Due to safety & instructional concerns, we cannot accommodate impromptu meetings.
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What schedule will my child follow the first few days of the school year?
Students will follow their printed schedule during the first couple of days of schools. Teachers will also take this time to teach and model classroom and school wide expectations.
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Is sex education offered?
Yes, Human Growth & Development is discussed during PE/Health. Permission slips are sent home and parents may opt out of this discussion.
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How does carpool work?
Students are dropped off and picked up from the carpool lane. Please pull your car ALL THE WAY to the end to keep traffic moving! If it’s raining, students will stay inside and come out when you arrive.
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May I walk my child into school on the first day of school?
Faculty will be in the halls to help students find their classes. For safety, visitors may not walk students to classrooms. If help is needed with fragile, heavy, or awkward items, please bring them to our front office for appropriate delivery.
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How does your afterschool program work? How do kids get home afterward?
Our after school program, called Encore, is run by the DPS Community Ed Dept. and may be called at 919.560.9488 with questions or concerns. Bussing is available. Apply online or register early as space is limited.
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How do students qualify for advanced math classes?
We use EOG data & teacher recommendations to determine class placement. Email our Math Specialist, christie.blystad@dpsnc.net, or our Language Arts Specialist, jennifer.miske@dpsnc.net, for additional info.
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Tell me about buses and "Here Comes the Bus"
Bus routes are determined by the DPS Transportation Dept, which can be contaced with questions or concerns at 919-560-BUSS. Search for Here Comes the Bus wherever you buy apps.
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Do students have snack? What can and can't be brought for snack?
Team teachers make these decisions.
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Can I visit my child’s classroom?
Only if visits are arranged with the teacher in advance and won’t disrupt the learning environment. To keep students safe, visitors may not roam the building without an escort.
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How is team placement determined?
Our administrators and counselors work to ensure that teams are balanced regarding multiple academic and cultural differences. Previous EOG scores and input from previous teachers help us determine class placement.
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Is health & physical education required?
NC mandates one semester of Health/PE every year.
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What happens if a child is late?
The instructional day begins at 7:30am. Students arriving after that are considered late. Students who arrive late should report to the main office.
