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El Roble Intermediate School
Welcome Principal Richard McAlindin
El Roble Intermediate School
Agenda ● Welcome ● What to Expect ● Courses ● MYP ● Counseling Team ● Electives ● Athletics ● PBIS ● Activities ● Important Dates
What to expect next year … ● Multiple teachers/periods ● No cell phone use on campus
● Two lunches (except Wed) ● After School Sports teams ● Dressing out for PE
● Dances ● AERIES
Bell Schedule
El Roble Intermediate School
Lunch M, T, Th, F : Two Lunches 7th Grade 10:55 AM - 11:30 AM W :One Lunch 11:20 - 11:55 AM ● All lunch is FREE! Breakfast and lunch will be given to students with no charge. ● They will be given a digital ID card to scan. ● We will NOT accept food deliveries (Domino’s, Uber Eats, Door Dash, etc.) Those meals will be turned away.
1 to 1 Instructional Model
1 to 1 Ipad School- Every student will receive an iPad that they will bring to school every day. Instructional Model - Use of Canvas Classwork/Homework Please consider purchasing the Insurance Plan that is offered at Materials Pick Up and into early Fall.
El Roble Courses
El roble Physical Educatio n
Mrs. Epling
The basics
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★ Everyday - 1 period
★ Uniform required daily
★ Lockers - combination locks required
Weekly rotation (sample schedule)
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Monday - gym (large group game/fitness) Tuesday - Outside (sport exposure) Wednesday - Cardiovascular endurance activity Thursday - Fitness Lab Friday - classroom (plan for one homework assignment per week).
Lockers
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★ Each student is assigned a PE locker to store PE uniforms during the week.
★ All students will use a
combination lock (no keys).
Grades
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Students earn both an academic grade based on a variety of assignments including physical activities, participation, and written work as well as a citizenship grade.
PE uniforms
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★ Available for purchase at registration or on the webstore on the ELR website. ★ Can be purchased throughout the year as needed. ★ Worn daily in PE and after school sports. ★ Loaner uniforms provided when students do not have their own.
El Roble Hoodies
Available for purchase at the PE Office across the hall.
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$30 cash or check
Math - ● 7th Grade Math ● Accelerated Math Placement Option ○ All students will take the math readiness assessment this year during their 6th Grade Class. ○ Placement is determined using Multiple Measures. ○ Math Placement is finalized in August ● Math Academy
English Our well-being depends on the choices we make, the relationships we develop, and the connection we feel within our community.
Unit 1 - Happiness Unit 2 - The Giver Unit 3 - Research Unit 4 - Argumentative Unit 5 - Poetry Unit 6 - Memoir (Lit Circles)
Science & Design Amplify Curriculum ● Phenomena-Based Learning :
○ Lessons begin with real-world scientific phenomena ● Three-Dimensional Learning : ○ Integrates disciplinary core ideas, crosscutting concepts, and science and engineering practices to align with NGSS. ● Digital and Hands-On Integration : ○ Combines interactive digital tools, simulations, and hands-on investigations to deepen understanding. ● Scaffolded Instruction / Spirals to Build Success : ○ Supports diverse learners with embedded literacy strategies, formative assessments, and differentiated instruction.
Science & Design
Engineering Connections : Links science concepts to engineering practices, challenging students to design solutions to real-world problems. ● Tsunami Internship ○ Earthquake Plan (Community Service) ● Ecosystem in a Bottle
Engineering Connections : Links science concepts to engineering practices, challenging students to design solutions to real-world problems.
History - Content TCI Curriculum World History and Geography: Medieval and Early Modern Times , covering the period from approximately 500 CE to 1789 CE . ● Civilizations of the Americas (Mayas, Aztecs, and Incas)
● Rome & Christendom ● Islam & West Africa ● Empires of Asia (China & Japan) ● Turning Points ● Global Convergence
History - Curriculum Goals ● Understanding historical cause and effect : ○ How events and ideas shaped different societies. ● Comparing global civilizations : ○ Exploring cultural achievements and innovations. ● Analyzing primary & secondary sources : ○ Developing critical thinking and historical inquiry skills. ● Making connections to today : ○ Understanding how the past influences modern society.
El Roble IB Middle Years Programme
IB MISSION STATEMENT
The International Baccalaureate® aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right .
- Develop global citizenship - Collaboratively develop curriculum in 8 subjects - Emphasis on service in action - Approaches to Teaching (Collaboratively developing teaching strategies that make material accessible for all students. - Approaches to Learning (How does each student learn most effective?) - Holistic Approach What Makes the MYP Different?
LANGUAGE IN THE MYP 7TH GRADE LANGUAGE ● Spanish ○ Introduction to Spanish 8TH GRADE LANGUAGE ● German & Spanish ○ Level 1 completed at ELR Language Information: ● Must pass final to advance to language 2 ● Does count for one year toward A-G Requirement ● French is offered at CHS
STUDENTS OPT INTO THE PROGRAM DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS ON THE GOOGLE FORM.
Meeting Dates Tuesday, March 11th @ 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 12th @ a.m. Meeting ID: 881 1447 5791 Passcode: CUSDMYP (All Caps)
Counseling Team ● Mrs. Michele Ivey (A-K) ● Mrs. Nicki Mitchell (L-Z) ● Roles: ○ Personal/Social ○ Academic ○ College/Career ● Transitions:
○ Elementary → Intermediate ○ Intermediate → High School
El Roble Intermediate School
Electives SEMESTER LONG ELECTIVES ● Art (2D & 3D) ● Beginning Drama ● Intro to Spanish ● Panther Chorus ● Game Design ● Dance 1 ● Technology Education ● Food Exploration ● Web Design ● Advanced Drama* ● Beginning Instruments
YEAR LONG ELECTIVES ● Band* ● Orchestra* ● Panther Chorus ● AVID* ● Yearbook* ● ASB* ● Percussion Ensemble* *application/prerequ isite
Application Electives
25- 26 APPLICATION ELECTIVES Applications Open March 17th Applications Close Midnight on March 28th
ASB APPLICATION
AVID APPLICATION
YEARBOOK APPLICATION
AVID Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday AVID Curriculum Tutorials/ Scholar groups AVID Curriculum Tutorials/ Scholar groups Fun Friday (Binder
Evaluation , Field Trips , Speakers & Team Building Activities)
Tutorials: ■
Curriculum: ■ Writing
Collaborative Study Groups
Writing Groups Socratic Seminars
■ College and Careers ■ Strategies for Success ■ Critical Reading
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Students w/ an IEP Special Education Parent Information Night Tuesday, March 11th at 6pm
El Roble Library *Meet Teachers* *Discuss Curriculum & Program* *Discuss Transition Timelines*
El Roble Advanced Drama
Teacher Nicole McCabe
El Roble Panther Chorus
Teacher Kyle Ward
El Roble Dance 1
Teacher Hilary Temple
El Roble Intermediate School
Sports Program 2025-2026
El Roble Athletics - Tentative Seasons
FALL
WINTER / SPRING
YEAR LONG
(Sept. - Nov.)
(Dec - Feb)
(March - April)
Basketball Cross Country
Football Volleyball
Track
Cheer Color Guard
● 7th & 8th Grade Teams ● All students are required to have a physical prior to tryouts.
San Gabriel Valley Middle School League
Bonita - Ramona & Lone Hill
Charter Oak - Royal Oak
Covina - Las Palmas, Sierra Vista, & Traweek
Glendora - Goddard & Sandberg
Walnut - Chaparral, Suzanne, & South Point
Sports Fundraisers
• Financial Donations • Approximately $10,000 to run athletics • Donations pay for referees, uniforms, equipment, team parties
• Business Advertising Banner = $300
Requirements • Athletic Clearance (All Four Forms) • Tryouts • Grades and Citizenship
Athletic Clearance Form
• Sports Physical • Doctor’s Signature • Insurance Information • Emergency Contact • Good for entire calendar year – Must be after May 1, 2025
Scan QR code for link to athletics website and Physical Forms
Grades & Citizenship Grades 2.0 GPA “C” Average
Citizenship/Behavior No more than 1 Unsatisfactory or 2 Needs Improvements
No combinations of U’s or N’s.
Try-Out Dates
Cross Country / Basketball Sept. 16-18 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. Tues/Thurs 1:30 - 3:00 Wed
Football, Volleyball, Track TBD
PBIS Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS)
Clubs
Cell Phone Policy
Students are permitted to have a cell phone, earbuds, headphones, or smart watch in their possession on campus during the school day while attending school sponsored activities or while under the supervision of and control of a school district employee. However, such devices shall be in a backpack, deactivated (on silent or turned off) and their use strictly prohibited on campus. Any device that is on, activated, in use, or displayed, will be confiscated and held in the office.
STOP!T App
● Counseling (Practical, Guidance, Clinical) ● StopIt! App and Website for anonymous reporting for some of the following reasons: Staff/Students/School ○ Bullying/Threats/Intimidation ○ Discrimination ○ Weapons Possession ○ Vandalism ○ Drugs/Alcohol ○ Harassment ○ Self-Harm ○ Threats to
TAC: Tracks Activity Center ● TAC will be open Monday-Friday, right after school until 5pm ● Website has registration information ● Snack Bar open until 4:30 PM ● Free! Fun! Supervised! Safe! Daily!
El Roble Cheer
Clinics & TryOuts April 21-25
El Roble Color Guard
Clinics & TryOuts May 5 -9
Important Upcoming Dates February & March - MYP & Counselor presentations in classrooms March 11th New Panther MYP Presentation via ZOOM 7pm March 12th New Panther MYP Presentation via ZOOM 8:30 am March 5th - Application Electives OPEN March 17th - Elective Request forms sent home to parents (electronically) March 28th - Elective Request forms CLOSE Application Electives CLOSE April 21-25 El Roble Cheer Clinics & TryOuts May 5- 9 El Roble Color Guard Clinics & TryOuts
First Day of School - August 27, 2025
August 18th:
8th Grade Materials Pick up 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 7th Grade Materials Pick Up 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. New Student Orientation 8:30a.m. -10:00
August 19th:
August 21st:
El Roble Intermediate School
THANK YOU! We look forward to seeing you soon! Connect on our website: elroble.cusd.claremont.edu Follow us on social media: ■ Instagram: @erpanthers ■ Facebook: El Roble Intermediate ■ Twitter: @elroblepanthers
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