Welcome to The Madeira Middle School Guidance page!
As a school counselor I work with students, parents, teachers, and administrators to ensure that every student maximizes their potential at Madeira Middle School.
Middle School years can be a challenge but they also can be wonderful—learning new things, discovering who you are as a person, and meeting every day challenges that come your way independently are all things students this age experience.
At MMS I meet with students individually or in small groups to address academic, social emotional or personal concerns. I also meet with teacher teams on a regular basis. If you have a question or concern please do not hesitate to contact me at 561 5555, ext. 3537 or sfraley@madeiracityschools.org.
If we work together we can make these “tough” years rewarding years as well.
Susan Fraley
School Counselor
2013-2014 Registration Information
Math Pathways
7th grade electives
7th Grade Core Classes
8th grade electives
8th Grade Cores
Team Times:
if you are interested in setting up a meeting during the teacher teams' planning period, please contact me
The team meeting times are as follows:
5th: 8:50
6th: 9:40
7th: 10:30
8th: 11:45
We look forward to hearing from you
Groups:
Groups are formed on an as-needed basis
If you would like more information or are interested in having your child participate please contact me
Grades:
Third Quarter report cards were mailed home; please contact us if you have any questions or concerns
Homework Tips:
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Use your planner, teacher web pages and Progress Book
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Scan your planner and come with a plan
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Check off assignments as you complete them
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Have a set time for homework every evening
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Be an active learner: take notes, read aloud, write down questions, highlight, draw diagrams, ask yourself questions as you do your work
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Stop studying in enough time to allow yourself to get a good night's sleep
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Pack your backpack and lunch the night before; gather any supplies or things that need signed the night before as well
Test Taking Tips:
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Organize and review notes, readings, and handouts a few days prior to the test; do not wait until the night before!
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If something is confusing ask for help ahead of time
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Identify key vocabulary words, formulas, dates, etc; memorize them and practice their spelling
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Predict the questions; make yourself a list of questions to study from
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Use flashcards to practice; have a friend or family member review with you
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Think positively; you've studied--you know it, you'll do well!
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During the test: look over the entire test first so you can manage your time, don't spend too much time on one question (write down an answer and then circle it so you know to come back later), read the directions carefully, pay attention to key words (never, always, only, all), go over the entire test before handing it in
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