McCall Middle School Guidance Department

 

Maletesta, Susan - Guidance Secretary - smaletesta@winchester.k12.ma.us

Dolan, Shareen - Grade 7 - sdolan@winchester.k12.ma.us

Jacques, Rebecca - Grade 6 - bjacques@winchester.k12.ma.us

Nunziato-Bonenfant, Christine - Grade 6,7,8 - cnbonenfant@winchester.k12.ma.us

Suvak, Melissa - Grade 8 - msuvak@winchester.k12.ma.us

 

Please print out the following documents for Private School:

Guidelines For The Private School Recommendation Process

Brag Sheet For Private School

 

Questions Most Frequently Asked by New Students

Q:  What time does school start and when does it end? Students are allowed at their lockers at 7:30 am and are expected in homeroom by 7:45 am. If students are here before 7:30 they should report to the cafeteria.  School ends at 2:15 pm.

Q:  How much money do I need for lunch? On average students bring about $3.00 for a lunch. Bring more if you want additional snacks like ice cream, cookies, chips or fruit drinks.

Q:  What are my options if I forget my lunch and don't have any money? If you forget your lunch money go to the main office.  You may borrow up to $3.00.

Q:  What do I do if my locker is stuck and I don't know how to open it? If your locker is stuck go to the main office and ask the secretary to call for a custodian for help. Your homeroom teacher or guidance counselor will also be happy to help.

Q:  What do I do if I forget my locker combination? If you forget your locker combination you should see one of the Assistant Principals in the main office.

Q:  What do I do if I can't find my next class? If you can't find your next class, ask a teacher or come to the guidance office. We are here to help.

Q:  How much homework can I expect each night?The suggested guidelines for the average amount of daily homework: Grade 6 - one and one-half hours per night; Grade 7 and 8 - two and one-half hours per night.

Q What can I do if I really don't get the homework?If you don't understand the homework ask the teacher for extra help. Teachers are usually available before and after school.

Q:  What is the Homework Club?The Homework Club meets three times a week from 2:15 to 3:15 PM in the McCall Library. All students are welcome to drop in whenever they need a quiet place to study and/or get help with their homework.

Q:  How do I make an appointment with my guidance counselor? You are welcome to stop by any time to make an appointment with your guidance counselor.  The best time to make an appointment is between classes and before and after school.