Episode 12 | Fifth Grade Transition

In this episode, we examine the critical time for students as they transition from fifth to sixth grade at Lewis F. Mayer Middle School. We talk about what parents can expect during the second semester of the school year to prepare their families and students for this significant move.

Some of the areas discussed include:

• Educational options for students when they reach the middle school
• How information is communicated to parents about this transition
• How parents can have their questions answered by staff
• What documents and resources are available for parents and students regarding the transition
• Timelines leading up to the start of the school year and how parents and students can prepare

Guests include Fairview High School & Mayer Middle School campus principal Chris Vicha and Mayer Middle School Associate Principal Heather Kaminski.

Chapters

• 1:48 Fifth Grade Parent Night
• 3:30 Topics covered at fifth grade parent night
• 4:56 Frequently asked questions and topics from parents
• 7:34 Educational options for sixth grade students
• 9:28 Fifth grade visit by students to Mayer Middle School
• 11:33 Who parents should contact with questions
• 13:53 Transitioning from fifth to sixth grade document
• 16:56 Schedule pick up and building tours in August
• 21:15 Who can parents call with questions
• 22:25 Fifth grade quiz for administrators