ADMINSTRATIVE TEAM
Sheila Henson Principal
David Heard Vice Principal
Tom Rambo Dean/Athletic Director
Michelle Grush Counselor
GOLD HOUSE
6 Gold
Jennifer Spencer Language Arts/Math
Cindy Pickering Reading/Math
Alex Grover Science/Math
Debbie Acord Social Studies/Math
7 Gold
Christine John Language Arts
Angela Brown Math/Yearbook
Steve Holst Science
Laurie Warren Social Studies
8 Gold
Deborah Jensen Language Arts
Darin Siebenlist Math
Duchien, Wanda Science
Jim Schroeder Social Studies
ELECTIVE TEAM
Rebecca Burkhart Computers
John Foster Band/Music
Gary Gulbranson Technology
Kaelin Spletstoser Art
Christy Taylor Home Economics
Chad Johnson P.E.
Lynn Carrigan P.E.
Stephanie Zacharias Health/P.E.
Michael Schaan P.E.
Annette Carter Special Education
Ryan Munn Special Education
David Gerten Special Education
Justin Loftus Special Education
Michelle Swee Hearing Impaired
Holly Campbell ELL
GREEN HOUSE
6 Green
Kristina Alvarez Language Arts/Math
Deborah Amaya Reading
Alison Uster Science/Math
Matthew Deschamps Social Studies/Math
7 Green
Vicki Gray Language Arts
Shannon Smith Math
Ed Taucher Science
Leaf Jensen Social Studies
8 Green
Natosha Mickson Language Arts
Gordan Sievers Math
Calie Kuehnert Science
Craig Botts Social Studies
SUPPORT TEAM
Anna Fernandez Bookkeeper/Secretary
Cathy Robbins Secretary III
Amy Shipley Secretary III
Paula Derleth Secretary III
Andy Johnson Library Technician
Kari Dusenbury Production Assistant
Brenda Redhead Computer Technician
Becky Robertson Special Education
Diane Sargent Special Education
Lindsey Prentice Special Education
Devin Winner Special Education
Julie Ironside Special Education
Teri Walker Special Education
Bruce Bradshaw Head Custodian
Steve Morris Custodian
Jerry Orr Custodian
Shannon Alger Custodian
Ricki Sutherland Cook Manager
Terry Foster Baker
SCHOOL LEGACY
Scenic Middle School first opened its doors to 7th and 8th grade students in April 1968 and in September 1968, a three year junior high program began. The 1991-92 school year was the first year as a middle school.
STUDENT FEES/PURCHASES
All Students:
Deposit (breakage, damage, loss $15.00
of books, locks, etc.)
Student Body Membership $10.00
P.E. Uniform $15.00
Atlas $8.00
Student Planner $6.00
7th Graders:
Required Technology Fee $10.00
Optional Fees are listed below:
Insurance Varies
Yearbook $25.00
Breakfast (daily) $1.50
Lunch (daily) $2.00
(Á la Carte is also available)
Purchases are available in the Main Office for all of the above (lunches are to be purchased in the Cafeteria only). There will be absolutely NO charging lunches in the cafeteria.
All deposits will be held until the students 8th grade year. ALL deposit refunds are mailed with the report card in June.
SCHOOL HOURS
School starts at 8:52 a.m. Tuesday through Friday and ends at 3:35 p.m. Please note there is no supervision until 8:20 a.m. on those days. Students must leave campus by 3:50 p.m. unless involved in a supervised activity.
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE
Scenic Middle School is now under video surveillance. Video cameras will be placed in areas that present safety and/or security risks to students, staff, or property. No cameras will be placed in restrooms, dressing rooms or in individual classrooms. The only exception to this exclusion may be classrooms containing expensive or high profile equipment
MAIN OFFICE
The Main Office is used for various business transactions, such as, registration of students, payment of fees, purchasing items and meeting with administrators, counselor or dean.
Office Hours 8:00 - 4:00
Telephone 494-6400
STUDENT OFFICE
Students will go to the Student Office for off-campus passes, attendance issues, lost and found, making appointments with the counselor or dean, locker problems and/or any other student related matter.
Office Hours 8:30 - 4:00
Telephone 494-6407
VISITORS
All adult visitors are asked to report to the Main Office and register with the secretary as soon as they arrive on campus. Visitors may visit in the building only with the permission of the administration. A badge will be issued and is to be worn during the visit. Students are not allowed to bring other student visitors to school.
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
AND CONSENT
School District #6 shall make a reasonable and diligent effort to keep parents informed and offer means of communication between school officials and parents. It is the parent’s responsibility to keep the school informed of changes in personal information.
The following items may be used to provide notification and/or obtain consent.
Student Registration forms
Emergency contact forms
Parent/Student Handbooks
Field Trip Notices
Newsletters
School Web Page
Emergency Closure Form
Radio/television notifications
Other as necessary
ATTENDANCE
Regular and punctual school attendance is required to help all students develop habits of responsibility. School failure and frustration are associated with irregular attendance. When students get behind in their work, it is difficult to catch up. Therefore, we stress the importance of good attendance. Roll is taken each class period.
IF STUDENTS ARE ABSENT
FROM SCHOOL
When students are absent from school the parent/guardian is expected to call and report the absence or send a note when they return. Please call the Student Office at:
494-6407
The excuse must state the full name, the date of absence, the reason and be signed by a parent or guardian. According to ORS 399.010 - 339.090 the only excused reasons are: 1.) illness, 2.) illness of a family member that necessitates the student staying home, 3.) family emergency, 4.) religious reason, and 5.) pre-arranged trip. Your note is given to the reading workshop teacher who will then send it to the Student Office.
Any work the student missed during their absence must be made up to receive credit. Homework requests will only be honored if a student is gone three or more consecutive days. Otherwise, students need to make-up upon return.
LATE TO SCHOOL
If a student arrives after school starts they are to report to the student office. The student should have a written note or a phone call from their parent/guardian explaining the reason for the tardiness. If you arrive to school after reading workshop without a note or phone call it will be considered skipping and a referral will be written.
TARDY TO CLASS
On the first tardy offense there will be a conference with the teacher. A second offense will result in parents being notified. The student will be referred to the Dean on the 3rd. This is per trimester.
IF STUDENTS ARE ABSENT
AND IN AN ACTIVITY
Students must be in attendance at least half a day at school if they wish to practice, play or participate in any activity, performance or athletic game.
LEAVING SCHOOL
DURING THE DAY
All students must have an off-campus pass issued by the Student Office to leave school during the day for any reason. This permission will be given if they have a written note or phone call from the parent/guardian or personal contact has been made with the school.
THE NEED TO LEAVE A CLASS
It is the students’ responsibility to have a campus key or hall pass whenever they are not in their assigned room or area. A student should never leave a class without one. If a student is found wandering around without a campus key or hall pass, disciplinary action may be taken.
PRE-ARRANGED TRIPS
If a student plans to be absent from school, he must bring a note or have parents notify the school BEFORE leaving. If it is to be 3 or more days, the student will be given a trip slip for homework to be taken around to all of their teachers BEFORE they leave.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS
All changes of address, telephone or emergency numbers must be reported to the Student Office as soon as possible. Please call 494-6407 with the change or send a note.
MOVING
Parents must contact the Student Office prior to the date that the student will be checking out of Scenic. Check-out sheets are obtained from the Student Office. Students will be given one to take to all teachers, the library for clearance and the cafeteria. When completed, the check-out sheet is to be returned to the Student Office. The required school deposit fee will be returned by mail through the Main Office.
LUNCH PASSES
Students may go home for lunch if they live within five blocks of the school and have obtained a lunch pass. These passes are issued by the Student Office upon the return of an agreement signed by the student and the parents. Any violation of the agreement will result in the loss of the lunch pass. Students are considered truant if they do not report back to school without parent permission
SCENIC PROGRAM
At Scenic, students will select their classes within a framework of these requirements. Each student will have seven (7) class periods and a lunch period.
7th and 8th grade students are required to take ONE FULL YEAR of: LANGUAGE ARTS, SCIENCE, SOCIAL STUDIES, MATH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION. In addition, each 8th grade student will be required to take one (1) trimester of HEALTH and one (1) trimester of COMPUTERS. Each 7th grade student will be required to take one (1) trimester of TECHNOLOGY.
Not all exploratory elective subjects may be offered each trimester due to student enrollment, staff allocation, or budget constraints. Exploratory choices may vary by trimester and from year to year.
6th grade students will be required to take ONE FULL YEAR of: LANGUAGE ARTS, SOCIAL STUDIES, SCIENCE, MATH and READING. In addition, all 6th grade students will take a “wheel” exploratory class that will include six (6) weeks of: COMPUTERS, GENERAL ART, HOME ECONOMICS, GENERAL MUSIC, and PHYSICAL EDUCATION. (Students may choose band in lieu of reading workshop).
LEARNING EXPECTATIONS
Every teacher will expect you to follow these class policies:
1. Be at your learning station when the bell rings
2. Bring required materials
3. Follow directions
4. Wait to be dismissed by the teacher
5. Respect people and property
SCENIC EXTENDED SCHOOL DAY
Scenic’s enhanced school day begins with Early Bird help sessions located in the Library from 8:20—8:52 a.m. Teachers are available to give students individual help with classroom assignments.
HOME TUTORING
Written recommendation of a doctor and administrative approval is necessary for a student to qualify for home tutoring. If a student’s absence will be two or more weeks, arrangements may be made through the Learning Specialist to have the student taught at home.
HOMEWORK PHILOSOPHY
Homework is an important part of life at Scenic Middle School. Teachers will assign homework regularly in academic classes (language arts, math, social studies, science, health). Teachers will issue a homework policy at the beginning of the school year. Individual teachers have homework policies which are directly related to their subject area. Homework is graded, recorded, and reflects a significant part of the student’s grade. The completion of homework demands organization, attention to directions, and a desire to succeed in school. Parents should help by providing a quiet place for students to study, but the responsibility for completing homework rests with the student. It is helpful for students and parents to review either their assignment calendar or student planner nightly. Daily homework should be completed and some progress should be made on long term assignments. Success in the fine and practical arts requires self-discipline and self-direction. Homework is an extension of the classroom and important training for life.
GRADE REPORTING
PROGRESS REPORTS
School wide progress reports are sent out around the six week mark of each trimester. Student grades are accessible by parents on line.
REPORT CARDS
We are on a trimester system with three trimesters in one school year. All Report cards are mailed home.
POWERSCHOOL
Powerschool is a web based program that allows you to check your students grades and attendance, grades and attendance history, email notification, teacher comments, the school bulletin and pay for lunches. You can connect via email with your students teachers. You will be supplied with a user name and password for your student. The address is:
http://www.district6.org/sms. Click on Powerschool and enter your log in information.
STUDENT RECOGNITION
Students are recognized for their achievements in many ways at Scenic. Recognition for accomplishment is one of the most important of human needs. We would like every student to excel in some way and be honored in one or more of the ways listed below. If students set high goals for themselves, at some point they will undoubtedly experience the pride of being recognized in one of these ways.
HONOR ROLL - Students who achieve a GPA of 3.5 or higher during any given trimester will have their names placed on the Honor Roll.
HONORS NIGHT - Students achieving a GPA of 3.5 or higher for two trimesters will be recognized at Honors Night.
HONOR SOCIETY - The Scenic National Honor Society is an affiliate of the national organization and operates within its guidelines. Seventh and eighth graders who have attended Scenic at least one half year and have a 3.50 accumulated GPA are considered for membership.
CITIZENSHIP - Students demonstrating outstanding citizenship throughout the year are selected by the teachers for this award.
PERFECT ATTENDANCE - Students must be enrolled the entire year. They must be here everyday with less than three unexcused tardies.
OTHER - Students may also be acknowledged for awards such as Solid as a Rock, Brain Bowl, Spelling Contest, Pentagames, Math Counts, Natural Helpers, Rotary Student of the Year and Principals Award.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION POLICIES
PARTICIPATION AND GRADING:
Students are required to dress down into P.E. uniform and participate in each class. Students with a parental or medical request for limited or restricted activity due to injury or illness will be provided with a modified program. Parental notes are good for up to three days; extended excuses need to be issued from medical personnel. Students are expected to dress down and participate in the physical activity or modified activity unless notified otherwise.
P.E. MAKE-UP:
School related absences are excused, and no make up is needed (although you must be responsible and notify your teacher).
Any non-school related absences must be made up by obtaining a make up sheet and completing an at home activity. Students are expected to make up absences from class. Make up sheets are available from the P.E. staff.
GRADING:
Students are graded daily by demonstrating the following:
1. Being On time and having the proper PE attire (clothes and shoes).