Holton Middle School

Dear Parents:

In August of 2011, the Holton Board of Education approved a promotion and retention policy for the Middle School students. The new policy listed under Section 7000-R Promotion and Retention states:

"At the middle school level, students must demonstrate grade level understanding and mastery by passing all semesters of English Language Arts and mathematics. Students may utilize alternative instructional programs, summer school, tutoring and mentoring to assist them in meeting these academic requirements. Students who fail other core subject t standards (science and social studies) may be required to meet these essential expectations by successfully completing after school or summer school coursework."

Middle School students who do not show mastery in English Language Arts and mathematics, will be required to repeat the class until they demonstrate mastery by passing the class.

Educationally,

Troycie Nichols

Secondary Principal

TALK EARLY & TALK OFTEN

Wednesday, November 30th

Oakridge Public Schools

Middle School Auditorium, 251 S. Wolf Lake Rd., Muskegon, MI  49442  (Wolf Lake & Hall Rd.)

Parents of Teenage Youth--Talk Early Talk Often is a workshop designed to help parents gain the knowledge and skills needed to communicate with their child about abstinence and sexuality and it provides opportunities TO PRACTICE COMMUNICATING ABOUT THIS TOPIC.

This workship is free; however, space is limited so please call early to reserve a spot.

To register call:  231-788-7553 or email:  hreister@oakridgeschools.org.

CONGRATULATIONS to our October Students of the Month!  Zach Brosco was nominated by the 6th grade teachers and Cassie Showers, 8th grade, was nominated by Mr. MacDonald.  Both students will enjoy breakfast at a near by restaurant with the principal, Mrs. Nichols, in the near future.