"Becoming a Breaker" Camp for 6th Graders on July 29, 2025
We are excited to welcome our incoming 6th grade students to Gettys Middle School's "Becoming a Breaker" Camp on July 29th! This special event is designed to help our rising 6th grade students transition smoothly and prepare them before the first day of school for life as middle schoolers. Below are the details for the day's activities:
Schedule of Events 8:00 - 9:15 AM - Registration Activities
● Final Forms Assistance - Media Center
○ If you are able, please fill out Final Forms before July 29th. Parents of returning students should have been sent an email with a link to update.
● Schedule Pickup & Residence Verification- Gym ○ Residence Verification - An electricity, gas, water, or cable/satellite bill in the parent’s/guardian’s name is needed to receive your child’s schedule. The bill must be for the current month and match the parent/guardian’s ID.
● Fees, Transportation, Clubs and Activities, Nurse, PTO Information - Gym ○ If you are able, please use MSB to pay fees before July 29th. Cash and Checks will be accepted.
09:15 - 09:25 AM - Student Drop-Off
Parents will drop off their students at the 6th grade hallway and then head to the auditorium for the parent meeting.
● Students will be greeted by staff and escorted to their 1st period class.
09:30 AM - 10:30 AM Parent Meeting in the Auditorium
● Information about our team of teachers, frequently asked questions, and details about the school year.
09:30 AM - 11:50 AM - Student Schedule Walkthrough
● Students will walk through their schedules with their teachers and learn about the procedures and expectations for the school year.
● To facilitate an efficient and effective student schedule walkthrough, students must arrive before 09:00 AM. Families arriving after 9 AM may attend the parent meeting at 9:30 and complete registration activities in the gym at 12:30 after camp is over. 11:50 - 12:00 PM - Student Pickup
● Parents will pick up students from their 1st period classrooms.
12:00 - 12:45 PM - Optional Meet the Teacher
● Parents will have the opportunity to meet the 6th-grade teachers at this point. Students can show their parents “what they learned” about the building. Exploratory arts teachers will only be available until 12:15, but teachers on the 6th grade hallways will. 12:30 - 01:30 PM -
Optional Registration Activities
● Parents can complete registration activities if necessary in the gym
Lunch ● Lunch will not be provided for students, but students will get a chance to see the lunch room and the recess field.
Why "Becoming a Breaker" Camp?
Instead of a traditional "Meet the Teacher" event, we have planned this camp to provide a more comprehensive introduction to middle school life. This approach allows students to:
● Familiarize themselves with their schedules and classrooms. ● Meet their teachers and peers in a structured environment. ● Gain a better understanding of daily routines and expectations, which can significantly reduce anxiety and boost confidence.
While this camp is primarily designed to make sure students are prepared for their first day of middle school, we also understand the importance of making sure parents have their questions answered and feel prepared to support their students. We encourage all parents to attend the parent meeting from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM in the auditorium.
Alternate Schedule Pickup and Registration Times
If you are unable to make it to the “Becoming a Breaker” activities on the morning of July 29th, information covered in the camp will be attached to your child's schedule when you pick it up. Alternate schedule pickup and registration times are below:
● July 29th in the Gym from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
● July 30th or 31st in the Front Office from 9 AM - 1 PM (schedule pickup only)
School Supply List
● $25 Chromebook Fee paid on MySchoolBucks by July 29, 2025
● Bookbag–No rolling wheels, unless medically necessary
● 2 Single Subject Composition Notebook
● 2 3-Prong Folders
● Notebook Paper
● Pencils
● Colored Pencils
● Pencil Pouch
● Headphones/Earbuds–Only approved for instructional use
We look forward to seeing you and your child at "Becoming a Breaker" Camp. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.