General Information
At the Middle School, the Counselors work most closely with 2 grades. On odd graduation years, Mr. Gemberling works with grades 6 and 8. On even graduation years, he will work with grades 5 and 7. For Mrs. Logue, it is the exact opposite. We do this because it allows us to follow the same class/students during their progression through the grades. We feel it allows us to get to know the kids well, which translates into our students feeling more accepted and confident.
Student confidentiality is important to us, and as school counselors, we follow all professional standards as well as federal and state laws. All information shared is confidential except in the instances of the suspicion of abuse or neglect, harm or threats to harm self or others, and any court order or other legal proceedings. These exceptions to confidentiality are required by law.
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7th/8th Grade Advanced Course Requirements
McCall Middle School offers students the opportunity to enroll in more rigorous, advanced coursework in 7th and 8th grade Language Arts and Mathematics (Algebra I-7th and Geometry-8th) and 8th grade Science. There are academic requirements that students must meet in order to be eligible to enroll in these Advanced courses. The middle school counselors will notify the eligible students through recommendation sheets during course scheduling.
Academic Eligibility Requirements for 7th and 8th Grade Advanced Courses are below:
Advanced ELA – 7th & 8th Grade
- 90% final average for the prior school year ELA course
- Proficient or Advanced on PSSA
- MAP Growth performance Hi Avg (%tile 61-80) – Hi (%tile greater than 80) in all 3 categories (Reading Informational Text, Reading Literature, Vocabulary Acquisition and Use)
- Teacher Recommendation given to School Counselors
Advanced Science – 8th Grade
- By the end of 7th grade a student must demonstrate 2 of the following 3 criteria:
- Scores a Progress Build 3 on Multiple Choice tests for every unit in Amplify.
- Scores an average of a 2 or higher on all Written Responses on Final Assessments for every unit in Amplify.
- Class average of a 90% for the year
- Must complete a science fair project during 8th Grade Advanced Science class.
Algebra I – 7th Grade
- PVAAS score prediction must be 90% proficient
- Must score Advanced on 5th grade PSSA
- 6th grade final GPA for math must be 92% or higher
- Must pass the Algebra Readiness Test with a 70% or higher
- Must have positive recommendation from 6th grade math teacher
Algebra I – 8th Grade
- PVAAS score prediction must be 60% proficient
- Must score Proficient or Advanced on 6th grade PSSA
- 7th grade final GPA for math must be 92% or higher
- Must pass the Algebra Readiness Test with a 70% or higher
- Must have positive recommendation from 7th grade math teacher
Geometry – 8th Grade
- Must score Proficient or Advanced on the Algebra I Keystone Exam
Contact
In case of an emergency or crisis, do not wait! These hotlines are available 24/7:
Call: 1-844-707-3224
Text: 63288
Text or Call: 988
Call: 1-844-723-2729
Contact 911 for immediate assistance with urgent/life threatening situations.
Christopher Gemberling
School Counselor
McCall
Phone: (570) 368-2441 x4031
Mary Beth Logue
School Counselor
McCall
Phone: (570) 368-2441 x4032