8thB Virtual Info session JR. HIGH 24-25 (1).pptx

Introduction to new year

1. VIRTUAL INFO SESSION

2. WELCOME TO 8 th B

3. Mr. Elias Mendoza [email protected] Bachelor in History and Humanities Studies by the UANL Specialist in Regional History and history teaching Objective: Promote the social and historical consciousness of each student Homeroom Teacher

4. Institutional Video Welcome from General Director

5. Today we will go over our classroom routines and I will share some institutional information. If you have any concerns about your child, please send me an email [email protected] so we can set a meeting.

6. Team Work

7. Colegio Nexus Structure Lic. Sonia L. Martínez G. General Director Ms. Carmen Campa Academic Principal

8. Jr. High Leadership Team Lic. Karina Martínez Academic Coordinator Lic. Katherine González Counselor Ms. Verónica Balderas Nurse

9. Ms. Alondra Salazar 8thB Teachers Ms. Susana Almaraz English Algebra Spanish Physics History and FCyE Mr. Elias Mendoza Ms. Brenda Sosa Ms. Gabriela Sánchez

10. Mr. Daniel Inostroza Music Mr. Benigno Gámez PE Special Teachers Mr. Jacobo Villarreal Technology Miss Martha Rojas French

11. Subjects/Apps

12. Nexus Lion Spirit I love learning. I respect myself and others. I am a positive leader. I always do my best. I am a global citizen. Nexus Lion I love learning. I am a positive leader. I respect myself and others. I am a global citizen. I olways do my best.

13. S M I L E Self-control Mercy Integrity Leadership Empathy I am responsible. (Responsibility) I respect myself. I respect others. I respect my community and planet. (Respect) I am honest. (Honesty) I collaborate willingly. (Collaboration) I help others. (Collaboration) I am perseverant. (Perseverance) I am disciplined. (Discipline) I practice assertive communication. (Communication) I am inclusive. (Love) I do my best. (effort) I am Generous. (Generosity) I reflect. (Critical Thinking) I create. (Creativity) I am balanced. (Digital Citizenship) I love myself. I love my family. I love my school. (Love) I am a digital citizen. (Digital Citizenship) I am informed. (Digital Citizenship) SMILE (Values)

14. Positive Discipline Our class is a small community in which every participant has a voice. Positive Discipline invites students to learn self-control. Kind and firm environment. Compliments and appreciation. Social emotional learning (SEL). Wellness.

15. Specialized Classrooms

16. A teacher will supervise students. 7:00 am Drop off ( andén ) opens at Homeroom teachers will be ready to receive them. Students go to classrooms at If drop off is already closed, students will be received at Halley door, get a tardy mark and remain in reception. 7:45 am Drop off closes at Please use car tags every time you pick up your kids. Car tags Arrival Dismissal 7:45 am 2:45 pm 7:20 am 2:45 pm Javier Quintero 8B Daily Routine

17. Homeroom teacher welcomes students every morning. Students are invited to participate in a selection of activities and to get their materials ready for their classes while they wait for Class Meeting to start. 7:20 am Early Birds

18. Class Meeting Reinforce group cohesion Express feelings and thoughts Compliments and appreciations Birthday Special holidays Values

19. Class Materials LINED notebook-English ​ LINED notebook-Español ​ LINED notebook- History LINED notebook-French/ FCyE ​ LINED notebook- Physics SQUARED notebook-Algebra ​

20. We will use TEAMS to help parents be informed of academic and cultural activities. Students will use Posts, Files, Class Notebook and Assignments. TEAMS Posts-general information

21. Documents such as schedules, calendars, etc. Files To see Homework. Students will not upload anything. Assignments TEAMS

22. We build self-esteem and confidence. Student as a protagonist for a week. Special orange cape. Parents invited to share important facts about their son or daughter. Super Kid Evaluation CW 10% HW 10% Project 25% Quiz 20% Exam 35% Exams will only be applied on the scheduled date. It’s not possible to assign them on a different date or time. Average criteria   only when the absence is justified . Jr. High Homework criteria 2nd chance: 70

23. Evaluation Personal habits and conduct are also part of the evaluation. Punctuality. We will mark absences and tardies in the report card. Please read the Code of Conduct. Personal presentation. We will check uniform and hygiene standards. You have a complete description of uniform in the Code of Conduct.

24. Gala Uniform Spirit Day Uniforms

25. Lab Coat

26. Lunch and Recess 11:30-11:50 Lunch 11:50-12:10 Recess Please send healthy food and enough water to drink.

27. Class Procedures Birthday Celebrations We celebrate students ’ birthday by singing the Happy Birthday song ( just before Class Meeting). Birthday students can share cupcakes with their classmates on Friday. Birthday Celebration * Only cupcakes , brownies, cookies, or donuts and napkins please . * Birthday candles will be used as a decoration , we will not light them . * Homeroom teacher will post pics in TEAMS. IF SENDING INVITATIONS FOR AN EXTERNAL PARTY, THE WHOLE GROUP MUST BE INVITED.

28. Students will be sent to the School Nurse when feeling sick or after an accident. The School Nurse will check the student and call parents if needed. Only the School Nurse can give your child any medicine (parents’/doctor’s authorization is mandatory). Health departement

29. We build self-esteem and confidence. Student as a protagonist for a week. Special orange cape. Parents invited to share important facts about their son or daughter. Super Kid Parent-Teacher Communication

30. Daycare (Horario Extendido) We offer Daycare service after classes. Information will be sent. You can sign on whole afternoon and meals program or only for specific hours. [email protected] Ms. Mayra Rivas Coordinator

31. Extracurricular Classes We will have after school Extracurricular classes. You will receive information by email. We will have a trial before starting extracurricular classes. [email protected] Ms. Maritza Contreras Coordinator

32. We build self-esteem and confidence. Student as a protagonist for a week. Special orange cape. Parents invited to share important facts about their son or daughter. Super Kid Photo Booth for Parents Regarding security reasons, we encourage parents to come to the Photo Booth to have your photograph taken to update the family information in our system. Administrative staff will be waiting for you at the booth located in the main floor.

33. Welcome Room Mother Sra. Rocío Guadalupe Nava Meza

34. We will have a wonderful 2024-2025 School Year!