Who Is Who at The Bailey School of Performing and Visual Arts
You're going to love Bailey Middle School! There are so many opportunities to learn and grow here. From technology-enriched classes to a variety of special-interest clubs, there's something for everyone. Below, we have provided information for incoming 6th grade students and their parents. We hope you find it helpful and we look forward to working with you!
Important Buccaneers for you to know!
Ms. Shundra Brown
RBMS Principal
Mr. Paul Carampatan
Associate Principal
Ms. Lauren Hooks
6th Grade Assistant Principal
Ms. Candace Gilliam
7th Grade Assistant Principal
Ms. JySyria Selmon
8th Grade Assistant Principal
Mrs. Cecelia Douglas
Registrar
Ms. Barbara Jackson
School Nurse
Ms. Aida Santoyo
Front Office Receptionist
Mrs. Nessia Hall
Attendance Clerk
Academics & Homework at RBMS
Most students have four "core" academic classes throughout the school year in sixth grade: math, language arts, social studies, and science. A bit of homework is to be expected, often in math & language arts, but teachers do not intend for it to take longer than 30-60 minutes. If it is taking you longer than that to finish homework, be sure to talk with your parents, teacher, and your school counselor so we can help!
At Bailey, we offer students many opportunities to make up missing assignments and/or resubmit work. Students can do this during "Working Lunch" and most teachers offer time in class for students to get caught up if they have fallen behind. If you start to struggle to keep up with the work, it's very important to talk with your parents, teachers, and counselor.
Starting in 7th grade, some of our students will begin taking classes that count for high school credit and ALL of our students in 8th grade take some classes for high school credit. This means that you will have already passed some high school classes by the time you start 9th grade, which means you might be able to graduate early or start taking college-level classes (for free!) while in high school. Your teachers, counselors, and administrators can share more information about how this works and what it means for you if you have questions. You'll also learn a lot more about this in 8th grade as you get ready to transition to high school.
Clubs and Sports
Students can actively participate in school sports starting in 7th grade. Until then, you can attend games and support Buccaneer athletics. Sixth graders can also apply to be team managers; if you are interested in being a team manager, you will need to contact the coach of the team you'd like to help.
All grade levels participate in after-school clubs. 6th graders are encouraged to join clubs because it is an excellent way to get to know other students and teachers. There are many interesting clubs to choose from. If you have an interest in a club that we don't have at Bailey, talk to a teacher for help in getting one started.
Tips for Surviving the Move to Middle School
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It’s OK to have mixed feelings about starting middle school. Most students do! It’s normal to feel excited and nervous about the opportunities ahead of you, while also feeling sad about leaving behind your friends & teachers from elementary school. Here are some tips that might help make the move to middle school a little bit easier…
1. Get organized
· Use a planner/calendar to keep track of homework assignments.
· Use folders and notebooks for each subject.
· Keep your locker and back pack cleaned out.
2. Do your homework
· Find a set time to do homework each day, when possible—like right after school!
· Don’t wait until an assignment is due, start early.
· If you need help, ask for it! Stay after school for tutoring if it is available.
3. Talk to your teachers
· Ask questions. If you are unsure of your assignment or what you need to be doing, just ask. The teachers are there to help you.
· Stay for tutoring after school if it is available.
4. Get involved in extra-curricular activities, like clubs. This is a great way to meet new people and to have fun.
· Find things that you enjoy and get involved.
· Stay after school for a ball game.
· Get a friend to go with you to an after school club.
5. Get good grades
· If you start to fall behind, catch up.
· Turn your homework in on time and ask questions.
· Study for tests; if you don’t know how to study, ask for help!
· Get help after school.
6. Stay healthy & develop good hygiene habits
· Get plenty of sleep, eat well, and exercise.
· Take a shower regularly, brush your teeth, wash your face, and use deodorant.
7. Talk to your parents; let them know what is going on at school with your classes and your friends.
8. Find an adult you trust to talk to when you have problems.
· Share your feelings & concerns related to starting middle school. Ask them for advice.
· Identify adults you can go to for help next year if you are having a hard time, like your teachers, school counselor, an administrator, and your parents.
9. Make new friends and accept that your old friendships may change
· Be friendly to your new classmates and be yourself; don’t try to act like someone or something you are not.
· Choose your friends wisely. Don’t choose friends who make bad decisions.
· Learn how to resist negative peer pressure.
· Be prepared to deal with the fact that you may drift apart from your old friends and that your friendships may change a lot during middle school. It’s normal, but sometimes it can be tough and feelings can get hurt. Talk to a trusted adult if you’re struggling with this.
10. Come to school and have fun. You can’t learn if you are not there.
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