Patrick Henry

Math, Science, Technology Magnet

Enrollment Overview

For 2018/2019 School Year:

• 120 6th grade students accepted.

• 124 7th grade students accepted.

• 124 8th grade students accepted.

• 368 total students to be enrolled for 2019/2020.

What to Expect from our Magnet

• STEM theme infused throughout grade level curriculum.

• Small school environment.• Outstanding classroom instructors.• High academic expectations.• Hands-on educational experiences.• Differentiated instruction for gifted and

high-achieving students.• Intervention and support for all

students.• Active Magnet Booster Club.

• Academically rigorous program.

• At least 50% of our magnet is identified as High Achieving/Gifted.

• At least half of classes are Honors at each grade level.

• Honors classes challenge gifted learners through more complex and in-depth work at a quicker pace.

• Home projects to challenge students.

Our Program in Action

Class Sizes:

• Maximum of 34 students in all academic classes.

• Average of 30 students in 6th

grade academic classes.

• Average of 31 students in 7th & 8th grade academic classes.

• Average of 40 students in P.E. classes.

Our Program in Action

Science Department:

✓ Regular hands-on labs.

✓ Project-based learning.

✓ Hosts an annual STEM Magnet Family Science Night and Festival.

✓ New Generation Science Standards implemented and aligned in all classes for grades 6-8.

Our Program in ActionMath Department:

✓ Uses hands-on activities.

✓ Accelerated Math option available starting in 6th grade (Geometry Pathway).

✓ Accelerated Math option available starting in 7th grade (Algebra Pathway).

✓ All other students take either Common Core Math or Honors Math at their grade level.

Our Program in Action

Language Arts Department:

✓ Students engage in cross-curricular activities.

✓ Emphasis on literacy and writing across the curriculum.

✓ Spanish 1A/B elective option available.

✓ French 1A/B elective option available.

✓ STEM concepts and the arts integrated into curriculum.

Our Program in Action

History-Social Studies Department:

✓ Students analyze primary and secondary sources to “think like a historian”.

✓ Emphasis on forming historical arguments and enhancing analytical skills.

✓ Students explore issues on local and global scale.

✓ Inclusion of civics education into curriculum.

✓ Partnerships with colleges and universities.

Our Program in Action

Technology Department: ✓ Cartoon animation

✓ Computer Programming

✓ Video production

✓ Advanced Photoshop

✓ STEM iDesign elective

✓ CAD lab with 3-D engineering technology

• Mobile iPad carts and Chromebooks are incorporated into classrooms.

• Student Tech Crew performs advanced diagnostics on computers and equipment throughout the entire school.

• Students involved in video production submit work to California Student Media Festival.

Our Program in Action

Electives:

• 6th grade STEM students take a year-long Introduction to Computers class in which they collaborate with their academic classes for activities and projects.

• 7th and 8th grade students can continue into Advanced Computers or pursue other interests:

❖ Competitive VEX Robotics Team

❖ CAD 3-D Engineering & Technology Labs

❖ STEM Engineering Applications Labs

❖ Social Media Literacy

❖ Drama and Theater

❖ Arts and Humanities Electives

Our Program in Action2018 SBAC: District/State Standardized Results

Percentage of students who met or exceeded standards:

LAUSD State of

California

PHMS STEM Magnet

English Language

Arts

40% 48% 56%

Mathematics 29% 36% 47%

Our Program in Action

2018 SBAC: English Language Arts – STEM Magnet

%

Not/Nearly Met

Standard

%

Standard Met

%

Exceeds Standard

%

Meets/Exceed Standard

#

Students Tested

Sixth Grade 53% 39% 9% 47% 117

Seventh Grade 44% 44% 12% 56% 121

Eighth Grade 36% 49% 15% 64% 120

Overall 44% 44% 12% 56% 358

Our Program in Action

2018 SBAC: Math – STEM Magnet

%

Not/Nearly Met

Standard

%

Standard Met

%

Exceeds Standard

%

Meets/Exceed Standard

#

Students Tested

Sixth Grade 62% 31% 7% 38% 117

Seventh Grade 50% 30% 20% 50% 121

Eighth Grade 46% 31% 23% 54% 120

Overall 53% 31% 17% 47% 358

Student Opportunities

Students develop leadership skills:

✓ Patrick Henry Leadership class

✓ Student Body Elections

✓ National Junior Honor Society

✓ Peer Counseling

Field trips:✓ We have 2-3 field trips per year

✓ Students visit local sights, museums and colleges

✓ 8th grade College Adventure Road Trip to the Bay Area and Northern California

Intervention and EnrichmentI&E Classes

• Intervention is for students who need extra support in Math or English Language Arts in a smaller group setting.

• Enrichment is for students who are doing well in Math and English:

✓ They get to choose from many course offerings as a second elective.

✓ Provides additional enrichment for gifted/high achieving learners.

• 6th grade students are enrolled in a special I&E to help them as they transition into middle school:

✓ 6th grade teachers cover study skills, class management, using Schoology, emailing teachers, and managing homework.

Intervention and EnrichmentFall 2018

• Intervention – English

• Intervention - Math

• American Sign Language

• Art of Rap

• Brain Games

• Basketball Final Four

• Cartooning

• Chess

• Community Peace & Quiet

• Cross Country

• Drumline

• Folklorico Dance

• Gardening

• History of Video Games

• Indoor Soccer

• Intro to Sewing

• JV Dance Crew

• Leadership

• Let’s Sing!

• Making Movies Matters

• Manga & Anime Club

• Model United Nations

• Musical Theater

• Origami & Math Puzzles

• Peer Mediation

• Pencil Drawing

• Softball

• Speech & Debate

• Ukulele

• VEX Robotics

• Yearbook

• Zentangle Art

PE and After School Programs• Our Physical

Education Department ranks in the top 4 in LAUSD for Fitness Gram Scores.

• We have a $250,000 fitness center

• Beyond the Bell school after school programs are available everyday till 6:00 pm.

• After school snack is provided.

• Classes include: computer lab, cheer, homework club and a fitness center.

• Organized sports teams (boys and girls) compete against other LAUSD schools.

• Tutoring available in the library.

Parent Resources

Our website provides digital textbooks, calendars, weekly emails, resources, and information about school programs and events.

www.mypatrickhenry.com

Parent Resources

✓ Check your child’s academic progress

✓ Email teachers

✓ Class calendar and materials online

✓ Access class resources

✓ Update contact information

Rotating Bell Schedule

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• Students attend classes at different times.• Each class is rotated throughout the week.• PE is not always during a warm time of day.• Teachers can plan activities that can be backed up to nutrition or lunch for extra time.• Teachers see students at different times of the day so we see the entire range of their academic ability.

Dress Code

Any solid color polo or PHMS spirit shirt

Any solid color bottom (pants, shorts or skirt)

Ms. Campbell 20 years experience7th grade EnglishDepartment Chair CSU Northridge

Mrs. Dahl24 years experience6th-8th grade ComputersTechnology CoordinatorNational Board CertifiedUCLA

Mr. Dahl24 years experience6th grade History8th grade Spanish 1A/B & French 1A/BNational Board CertifiedDepartment ChairUCLA

Ms. Ramirez13 years experience7th & 8th grade HistoryCSU Northridge

Mr. Flores17 years experience 8th grade ScienceVex Robotics Team CoachUniversity of El Salvador

Mr. Klein18 years experience7th & 8th grade HistoryMagnet CoordinatorCSU Long Beach

Ms. Oh19 years experience7th grade ScienceUCLA

Ms. Diana6 years experience6th grade Science 7th grade MathUSC

Mrs. Yoshino25 years experience6th grade Math6th grade Accelerated MathNational Board CertifiedUCLA

Mr. Bascara18 years experience7th grade Math7th grade Accelerated MathBYU Hawaii

Mr. Hayes19 years experience6th & 8th grade EnglishChico State University

Mr. Gardner19 years experience7th & 8th grade Math8th Grade AlgebraCSU Northridge

Mr. Vera5 years experienceMath RSP Teacher CSU Northridge

Mrs. MacDonald21 years experience7th & 8th grade PEDepartment ChairCSU Northridge

Frequently Asked Questions

TransportationIf you are accepted to our magnet, transportation is provided if you live more than 5 miles from the school. This is 5 radial miles from the school.

Application processGo to echoices.lausd.net and apply by Thursday, November 8th.

Our school is listed as HENRY CMS MAGNET or HENRY MIDDLE SCHOOL

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Come back and take another tour of our classrooms:Mondays, October 1 – November 5, 8:30-10:30 am.

Evening Presentation:Thursday, October 18, 6:00 pm

1. Walk around to see student work2. Introduce yourself3. Ask questions4. Get informed to make an informed decision

regarding your child’s future middle school