Mrs. Meece’sMrs. Meece’s 8 8thth Grade Class Grade Class

Welcome Students!Welcome Students!

Meece Middle School

MMSMMS

2013-14

Welcome to 8Welcome to 8thth Grade! Grade!

Please ask any questions that you may have. You are always welcome in our classroom

My BackgroundMy Background

I am married with two sons, a daughter-in-law and one awesome granddaughter.

I grew up on a farm west of Science Hill where I learned an invaluable work ethic.

My Education• Graduated from Eubank High School

• (Few people have THOSE bragging rights!)

• Bachelor’s Degree in English -Secondary Education (7-12) and in Psychology from University of the Cumberlands

• Master’s Degree in Reading and Writing Specialist from University of the Cumberlands

• Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Eastern Ky. University

My FamilyMy Family

Our ClassroomOur Classroom RESPECT is the key term for this classroom. We

are each a respected part of this classroom and we must give each person respect. To earn respect you must show respect. When you come to class prepared and on time, you are showing respect. When you treat others with kindness, you are showing respect. When you use good manners, you are showing respect. So please, respect your teachers, your classmates and most importantly, respect yourself. Remember…we are a family that is respectful and that is how we will work.

My GoalsMy Goals To facilitate your learning to give you

the academic and social skills you need to progress to and be successful in high school.

To provide a supportive, fun, and interactive classroom environment, while continuing to adhere to high expectations of you, my student, and of myself.

88thth Grade Subjects Grade Subjects and Teachersand Teachers

– Language Arts: Mrs. MeeceLanguage Arts: Mrs. Meece ReadingReading On-Demand WritingOn-Demand Writing

– Math: Mr. Baker and Mrs. RiddleMath: Mr. Baker and Mrs. Riddle– Social Studies: Mrs. BardinSocial Studies: Mrs. Bardin– Science: Mrs. Wilson Science: Mrs. Wilson – Exploratory classes:Exploratory classes:

Coach MeeceCoach Meece Mrs. AltmanMrs. Altman Ms. RichardsMs. Richards Mrs. ClayMrs. Clay Mr. AdkinsMr. Adkins

Classroom FamilyClassroom Family

Our classroom is a family. In our family, we help each other to get the best education possible and to learn at our greatest capacity. In order to function as effectively as possible, every family must have rules. In this family, every rule revolves around being RESPECTFUL.

Our class rule is: BE RESPECTFUL by being responsible, organized, punctual, prepared and kind.

HomeworkHomework Completing and turning in homework is

very important in 8th grade! Homework is a great way to reinforce what is

learned during the school day or to preview what will be learned.

The amount of homework given is determined by each teacher.

Homework is expected on the due date.

TardinessTardiness Locker time begins at 8:00 a.m. 1st period begins at 8:07 a.m. We begin working as soon as each class

starts. A bell ringer will be implemented each day.

Being present and on time each day ensures that you won’t miss important work!

MaterialsMaterials The following materials will be used on a daily

basis in our classroom and you are expected to bring these with you to class:

Pencils and/or pens Binder with Paper Composition book Agenda book AR book (ALWAYS BRING TO

CLASS)

Classroom Classroom DonationsDonations

Parents help keep our classroom running! Donating items to our classroom ensures that students have access to all the supplies they need throughout the school year. Some items that can be donated are:

Tissues (we use a ton!) Paper Towels Hand Sanitizer Pencils Markers Highligters Glue (small bottles or sticks are best) Poster board (full or half size)*It would be great if each family could donate

at least one box of tissues and just one of the other items on the list.

Thank you for your support!

Needed Supplies for Language Arts Class

Composition book Pencils and/or pens (if using mechanical pencils, make sure

you have lead) Binder with paper (being organized with dividers is very

helpful) One or two sheets of poster board will be needed throughout

the year (do not need to bring these now). 3x5 or 4x6 cards will be needed for research and giving

speeches (do not need to bring these now)

Parents, I am looking forward to

a Great Year!Please feel free to contact me at any time. Email is a great way to communicate and contact information is

on our website. If you need to speak with me,

just call the school office (678-5821) and leave a

message. I will return the call as soon as possible.

Please feel free to contact me at any time. Email is a great way to communicate and contact information is

on our website. If you need to speak with me,

just call the school office (678-5821) and leave a

message. I will return the call as soon as possible.