Welcome Incoming 6th Graders and New Families!
We are so glad you and your family are joining the Longfellow Community! You probably have many questions about your new school, and we'll be happy to answer all of them! Here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.
- How do I sign up for zero period music or 7th period jazz?
Simply come to the class the first day of school to register. Zero period students should come to the breezeway inside the Derby Street gate at 8:00 on Aug. 30.
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- Does Longfellow have lockers?
No. Students must have their backpacks with them all day. Some students choose to get rolling backpacks.
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- Does Longfellow have PE uniforms?
No. Students are required to change their clothes for PE class, but they can wear any clothes that are approriate for doing sports - shorts, sweats, T-shirts, and proper shoes.
You may bring a combination lock to secure your belongings during PE class. PE lockers are not for all-day use, just for your PE period.
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- What school supplies do I need?
The teachers require every student to have a three-ring heavy-duty binder which includes
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six tab dividers and a zippered pencil case to fit in the binder.
In addition, there are other basic supplies which students should bring to school everyday: 2 pens and 2 pencils, a highlighter, an eraser, a two pocket folder for homework, a 12-inch ruler, and lined notebook paper (3-hole).
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- What is the LMS daily schedule?
Click here for the bell schedule.
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- Are there any accommodations for 6th graders?
Yes! Most sixth grade classes are held in a building separate from the upper grade
- How will I know the expectations at Longfellow? Is there a guidebook?
Yes! The Student Handbook is printed in the planner you'll receive. If you'd like to review it now, click here for the full text
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- How can parents keep up with what's going on at Longfellow?
We recommend parents sign up for the LMS eTree to receive email messages about campus life, announcements, and special events. Parents can click here to sign up for the eTree.
Longfellow Middle School
Berkeley LEARNS - A Welcoming Place for Families!
Berkeley LEARNS Mission Statement
Berkeley LEARNS After School Programs support children in reaching their full potential by providing academic support, recreational activities, and enrichment classes in a safe and structured environment. Located at the school sites, we strengthen the link between the schools and families and strive to provide a seamless day. By working directly with teachers, staff, families, and school based programs we are better able to advance student learning.
Longfellow After School Programs consists of four major components:
1. Academic Support
The academic component supports academic success by creating links to classroom learning by offering homework support, small group or individual tutoring, and mentoring. The program staff is in continual communication with the classroom teachers to stay informed of students’ academic challenges and strengths, which enable the staff to provide appropriate academic activities.
2. Enrichment Opportunities
The enrichment component offers both traditional and non-traditional activities designed to build knowledge and enhance creative expression. These opportunities are offered by program staff and contracted specialists. The range of classes includes Visual and Performing Arts, Music, Life skills, Science, and many more. Multiple sessions are offered per year. While participating in these components, students have the opportunity to sharpen and/or learn skills and discover new ways to express themselves. We have found that when children are offered the chance to excel in enrichment activities, their self-esteem and confidence soar, which leads to academic success.
3. Recreational Activities
We encourage personal growth through competitive and non-competitive sports by building teamwork and a healthy competitive spirit, developing relationships, and having fun. The middle school programs include recreational sports and interscholastic athletic teams.
4. Community Building
Berkeley LEARNS Programs instill a sense of community among the students that fosters pride in their program, school, and community. Some of the related activities include community circles, leadership programs, TRIBES, community service projects, and conflict resolution programs. In addition, the programs serve as a resource to families and the community. The programs encourage and value all forms of parent/guardian involvement and offer multiple opportunities for parents/guardians to be involved in their children’s education.​​​​
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Declaración de misión de Berkeley LEARNS
Los programas extracurriculares de Berkeley LEARNS ayudan a los niños a alcanzar su máximo potencial al proporcionar apoyo académico, actividades recreativas y clases de enriquecimiento en un entorno seguro y estructurado. Ubicados en los sitios escolares, fortalecemos el vínculo entre las escuelas y las familias y nos esforzamos por brindar un día perfecto. Al trabajar directamente con los maestros, el personal, las familias y los programas escolares, estamos en mejores condiciones para avanzar en el aprendizaje de los estudiantes.
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Los programas Después de Escuela de Longfellow consisten en cuatro componentes principales:
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1. Apoyo académico
El componente académico respalda el éxito académico mediante la creación de vínculos con el aprendizaje en el aula al ofrecer apoyo para la tarea, tutoría individual o en grupos pequeños y tutoría. El personal del programa está en comunicación continua con los maestros del salón de clases para mantenerse informado de los desafíos y fortalezas académicas de los estudiantes, lo que permite al personal proporcionar actividades académicas apropiadas.
2. Oportunidades de enriquecimiento
El componente de enriquecimiento ofrece actividades tanto tradicionales como no tradicionales diseñadas para construir conocimiento y mejorar la expresión creativa. Estas oportunidades son ofrecidas por el personal del programa y especialistas contratados. La gama de clases incluye: artes visuales y escénicas, música, habilidades para la vida y ciencias, y muchas más. Se ofrecen múltiples sesiones por año. Mientras participan en estos componentes, los estudiantes tienen la oportunidad de mejorar y / o aprender habilidades y descubrir nuevas formas de expresarse. Hemos descubierto que cuando se les ofrece a los niños la oportunidad de sobresalir en actividades de enriquecimiento, su autoestima y confianza aumentan, lo que conduce al éxito académico.
3. Actividades recreativas
Fomentamos el crecimiento personal a través de deportes competitivos y no competitivos mediante la creación de trabajo en equipo y un espíritu competitivo saludable, desarrollando relaciones y divirtiéndose. Los programas de la escuela intermedia incluyen deportes recreativos y equipos deportivos interescolares.
4. Construcción de la comunidad
Los programas Berkeley LEARNS infunden un sentido de comunidad entre los estudiantes que fomenta el orgullo en su programa, escuela y comunidad. Algunas de las actividades relacionadas incluyen: círculos comunitarios, programas de liderazgo, TRIBES, proyectos de servicio comunitario y programas de resolución de conflictos. Además, los programas sirven como un recurso para las familias y la comunidad. Los programas alientan y valoran todas las formas de participación de los padres / tutores y ofrecen múltiples oportunidades para que los padres / tutores participen en la educación de sus hijos.
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