TEANECK BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT One Merrison Street Teaneck, NJ 07666
Phone: 201-833-5425	Fax: 201-833-5429

Keshia Golding-Cooper
Director of Guidance, Career Services & Vocational Education kcooper@teaneckschools.org

Christopher C. Irving, Ed. D. Superintendent

April 15, 2020

Scheduling Information

Dear 6th and 7th Grade Parent/Guardian:

In order to assure that all students will be properly scheduled for the 2020 - 2021 school year, it is necessary that we initiate the scheduling process at this time. The scheduling process is a very careful and important matter which requires the input of students, teachers, counselors, and parents. Traditionally, the scheduling process would occur with counselors meeting with students to review the course offerings for the upcoming year. As we all know, we are in a time when we must make the necessary adjustments to support our students continued success. This year, we will be doing this process electronically due to school closures. This letter will provide important information related to the development of your child’s schedule and the scheduling process.

All middle school students' schedules consist of 7 periods; 4 core class periods, 2 encore class periods and one period for lunch/recess. Students are required to take core courses in Language Arts, Science, Social Studies and Math. Three marking periods of Physical Education and one marking period of Health are mandatory and will be scheduled for all students. Along with core subjects, students are also able to select 2 encore courses based on their interests. Encore courses meet every other day either for the entire year or for only one semester (l/2 year – 2 marking periods). In addition, current 6th Grade students must select one World Language that they will take over the next two years.

The next step is for students to select their encore courses. This will occur via Skyward Family Access April 20 - 24, 2020. Please view the Skyward Family Access - Online Course Selection video for information. Additional information can be found on the School Counseling page under “Scheduling."

I encourage you to review all options and make your choices based upon the student’s interests and abilities.

I understand that this is a new process and some families may be experiencing some challenges during this time. Please know we are here to support you. Please do not hesitate to contact your child's School Counselor.

Kind regards,

Keshia Golding-Cooper

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