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“Seven Habits of Highly Successful Students”
1. Have an Attitude.
Want to learn. Be open to learning. Commit to learning.
Make school a priority.
Be willing to let go of old ways.
Persist—try again and again.
2. Set Goals
Envision what goals you want to accomplish.
Make a plan and stick to it—don’t second-guess yourself.
Learn how to make quick decisions.
3. Schedule
Be organized.
Keep track of what and when assignments are due.
Study every day—if possible, give yourself the weekend off.
Be prepared for every class (have books, pens, assignments, notes, etc.)
4. Be There
Never miss class.
Come on time.
Don’t leave early.
Be actively involved in learning.
5. Do the Work
Avoid procrastination.
Take good notes.
Read, read, read—any kind of reading.
Complete and turn in assignments.
6. Communicate and Connect
Ask, ask, ask.
Ask your teachers, counselors, librarians, administrators, staff, and peers questions.
Actively pursue answers to your questions.
Listen well.
Get help (math help, reading help, health services, financial aid, etc.).
Discuss class work with friends and parents.
Be open to making new friends.
Get involved in school activities/organizations (clubs, sports, community service, etc.).
Learn people’s names.
Have fun!
7. Live Healthy
Eat the right food at the right time.
Practice kindness and respect—good manners go a long way.
Don’t sweat the small stuff.
*Always have a “go-to guy.” Whether it is a parent, another trusted adult, or a friend that is a phone call
away, successful students have someone they can turn to when they need help with an assignment or just
need someone to talk to about the stresses of life.

Parents:

◦Talk to your student about school. (Ask question that can't be answered with "yes" and "no" or a grunt.)
◦Ask them, "What homework do you have tonight?"
◦Make sure they have the necessary materials (pencils, notebook, etc.) and they are taking them to class.
◦Occasionally go through your students notebook to check on their organization and how they keep track of assignments.
◦Provide time daily for your student to work on homework.
◦Quiz them on material before a test.
◦Help your student break down big projects and assignments so they are not trying to do everything the night before it is due.
◦Encourage your student to read daily.
◦Encourage your student when they struggle.
◦Check their progress on mydsd.
◦Communicate with teachers. (E-mail is better than a call, teachers do not have phones in their rooms.)
◦Be involved in school activities.
◦Help them access before and after school Math help.

Teachers:
1 - If the student is struggling in your class, please make sure to apply classroom interventions first. For ideas of what to try please refer to our FJH Intervention Pyramid. These interventions should be posted in Encore. (To add an intervention for a student, click on the intervention button in your grade book in Encore.) 
2 - When the classroom interventions do not prove to be successful you should refer the student for LCM through the student’s counselor.  This referral should be a written documentation (via email or letter) stating the issue you are facing with the student and the interventions you have implemented. 
3- The local case management team (LCMT) will review the referral on the upcoming Monday. The referral, interventions, and student testing data will help the LCMT determine “next steps” for the student to be successful.
4- If you have referred a student, you will be able to view the notes to the LCM meeting by Wednesday morning. 

Parents and Teachers - The Pyramid of Interventions can give you ideas of things to try in helping students. FJHpyramidnew.pdf

Utah Online Learning Options

Davis Connect: https://davisconnect7-12.davis.k12.ut.us/
This is a great site with information about online options in the state.  https://schools.utah.gov/edonline

District Resources: https://www.davis.k12.ut.us/departments/student-family-resources/community-resources

Frequently Asked Questions:

• How do I know if I am within an assigned bus route?
  •  Click the "my.DSD" link to the top right of this page, login to the student account, select "Report Tools" and then select "Transportation Information".  This information is maintained by the District's Transportation Department and should be updated for the new school year by mid-August.
• How many students may be in one locker?  
  • The lockers are designed for only one student. 
• Can I practice opening my locker?  
  • Yes!  Each year prior to the first week, the school will sponsor Husky Camp, during which you will have plenty of time and help to learn how to open your locker. You can practice all you need.
• How does lunch work? 
  • There are two lunch periods.  The lunch period you have is by your 3rd and 7th period teacher.  There are three lines (one for the main lunch, a sandwich line and pizza/salad line). Students should walk to the cafeteria choose a line and then go to the back of that line.  You can eat in the cafeteria or go outside to eat if the weather is good. No food is allowed in the halls. 
• How long are the classes?  
  • Classes are about 85 minutes long.  For a close look as the class times, click the "Bell Schedules" link under the "Information" tab at the top of the school site.
• How much time is there between classes?  
  • There are five minutes between classes.  As long as you don't stop and talk to friends along the way, there is plenty of time to get to your next class early. Plan your day, you might not need to go to your locker between every class.
• Why do we start late on Wednesday?  
  • School starts at 9:55 each Wednesday.  The extra time that teachers have is used for collaboration among teachers, staff development, and individual planning time.
• Can seventh graders join the basketball team?
  • 7th, 8th, and 9th graders can all try out for the team.  We encourage anyone who wants to participate to try out.  For those who do not make the school team, there are intramurals in the morning and other city leagues outside of school.  Keep practicing and be sure to tryout again! Girls can also play volleyball and boys have wrestling. All students are also welcome to do track in the spring.
• How much homework will we have?
  • A TON!!  Just kidding… Most 7th graders have 30 minutes to a couple hours each night.  It also depends on the classes you are in and how much work you get done at school.  
• How will I know where my classes are?
  • Room numbers will be on student schedules check in the office or Counseling Center for a map.  Before school starts in August, we will invite 7th graders to an orientation to practice opening lockers, find classes and get more familiar with the building and staff.  Plus, students can always ask a teacher, counselor, administrator or other students to help find a class – so don’t be afraid to ask!
• How will the 7th grade class officers be determined?
  • Each elementary school selects their 7th grade representative.  You may want to ask a teacher or administrator at your school how they are selecting your representative.
• How many students will represent each elementary school as 7th grade officers?
  • One 7th grade representative is selected from each of the elementary schools. 
• Are the halls scary…and confusing?  (It’s such a big school.  I’m nervous.)  
  • It can seem scary and overwhelming but give it a week or two and you’ll be great! There are lots of adults and students who will be available to help.  You can always come to the Counseling Center for help too! 
• Where can I go if I need help? 
  • Any teacher can help you find your classrooms. The office can help if you have lost your locker information. The office or counseling center can help if you lost your schedule. The counselors are also here to help with other questions. The administration and custodial staff can help with stuck lockers.

What will I need to bring to school on the first day?

Backpack or book bag
Pencils
Pen
Eraser
Lunch money or a lunch bag
Notebooks or Binder
A great attitude.

Junior High Honors Courses
Indicators for Student Success

Please thoughtfully consider the following criteria as you are making a decision about whether or not Junior High Honors level courses will provide the most appropriate learning environment.  A student should:

1.  Typically be performing at or above on end of level tests in a specific subject area before considering enrolling in an Honors level course in that subject area.

2.   Consistently earn an "A" or "B" (or a "3" for 6th graders) for the subject in which they would like to take an Honors course.

3.   Have a high level of interest and strong desire to be challenged in the subject in which they would like to take an Honors course.

4.  Consistently exhibit most of the following characteristics:

Learning/Intellectual Characteristics:

• Enjoys tasks that are more challenging than average.
• Has a ready grasp of underlying principles and can quickly make valid generalization about events, people, and things.
• Tries to understand complicated material by separating it into its respective parts; reasons things out.
• Analyzes problems and considers alternatives.
• Enjoys complex concepts and processes.

Motivational/Affective Characteristics:

• Becomes absorbed and truly involved in certain topics or problems.
• Needs little external motivation to follow through in work completion.
• Often requires little direction from teachers.
• Is highly self-motivated and persistent.
• Has high expectations of self and others.

When deciding whether or not to enroll a student in a particular subject area Honors course, please consider the following subject specific characteristics:

Math/Science:

• Is interested in numerical analysis.
• Has a good memory for storing main features of problem and solutions.
• Reasons effectively and efficiently.
• Organizes data and experiments to discover patterns or relationships.
• Is flexible in solving problems.

Social Studies/Language Arts:

• Has advanced vocabulary for age or grade level.
• Reads a great deal; does not avoid difficult material.
• Enjoys language/verbal or written communication; has advanced communication skills.
• Organizes ideas and sequences in preparation for speaking and writing.
• Likes study and research in areas of interest.

 

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