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WelcomeTo
Junior highParent night
Junior high unity
▪ Much collaboration between teachers
▪ Team Teaching
▪ Daily communication between teachers
▪ Same breakdown of grades
▪ Same policies implemented in the classroomTogethereveryoneachievesmore
grades
▪ 40% Independent Classwork, Collaborative work, Products
▪ 50% Quizzes, Tests, Products
▪ 10% Homework
MathApril Langelett
[email protected]▪ Diocesan standards:
• In order to follow the standards, math textbooks are not being used. All notes/HW can be accessed on my website.
▪ www.mbvm.org
• Notes can be pulled up at home or at school
• Some of the HW assignments can also be accessed on the website and can be completed on their laptops with their stylus or printed off and completed by hand.
Math
Homework▪ Homework is given on a nearly daily basis (not a lot of problems, but enough to
reinforce the concepts.) Some HW is considered a formative assessment to let me know how individual students are doing as well as the class as a whole. Sometimes HW is collected and considered a summative assessment if we have spent multiple days on a topic and I feel they are ready for a grade. HW taken for a grade can be corrected and returned to receive additional credit.
Quizzes
▪ Quizzes are given nearly every Friday. Quizzes mainly cover the concepts learned that week, but also continue to review past material.
Aleks • Most of the ALEKS time can be completed in study hall (20 minutes
per day) but a total of 2 hours is required on a normal week. Some time might need to be spent on ALEKS at home. ALEKS can be completed on the students’ laptops, home computers or even IPADs.
Tests: • Tests aren’t given as often, but will cover larger amounts of
information.
Availability:• I am available on MOST days before or after school for
math help. I’d much rather the kids come to see me for help, than feel frustrated at home. Math is much more enjoyable if it is understood!
Math
P.E. Requirements
Students should have the required gym uniform and clean gym shoes every day for class. ( Mon. & Tues.)
They are required to change every PE class, with very few exceptions. If they choose not to dress, their grade will reflect that.
peSue Flott
RULES• Respect others, yourself
and the gym equipment.• When the whistle blows,
you STOP whatever you are doing and listen for instruction.
• Follow all instructions the first time they are given.
• Play fairly and honestly all the time. Show good sportsmanship.
• Candy and gum are not allowed.
Rules & Consequences in P.E.
CONSEQUENCES• Verbal warning
• Time out in class
• Parent contact if behavior continues
• Detention- before or after school
• Severe Clause: Principal’s Office.
Grading in P.E.• Uniform - 10 pts• Participation - 30 pts• Behavior -30 pts (Attitude, effort, respect
equipment, listen to directions, stop when teacher blows the whistle.• Sportsmanship – 30 pts (Play fair, be respectful of
others, accept outcome of the game)
Language artsCheryl Gaca
Focus on Diocesan Learning Standards• Writing
Research/Informative including Science Fair Background ResearchArgumentativeNarrative
• Grammar/Conventions• Vocabulary using roots and affixes• Speaking and Listening
Language arts curriculum
Emphasis will be placed on the study and usage of :• 6+1 Traits of Writing• Word Etymology• Compound/complex sentence structure• Improvement of word choice and use of figurative language• APA and MLA citations• Grammar: pronoun agreement/ phrases and clauses/ verbals/ active vs. passive
voice• Punctuation: comma/ colon/semicolon/ dash/ellipsis• Participate in discussions while building on others’ ideas and expressing their own • Present information emphasizing points with relevant evidence, sound valid
reasoning, and well-chosen details• Appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation when speaking.
• Save the date: Saturday, November 7, 2015• Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center• Time: 8:00 -12:00 • Student attendance is required• Speeches should be memorized by Oct. 13th • Practice done in class, but additional help at home needed• Speeches should last a minimum of 8 minutes from first spoken
word• Everyone leaves with a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place rating• Awards distributed during school day at a later date• All students must be passing subjects to participate (IESA
regulation)
Illinois literary speech contest
• Formative assignments/quizzes will appear in School Speak but will not count towards the grade-they will be marked as formative
• A summative test can be in the form of an essay, presentation, or project
• Assignments are posted daily on website calendar
• Check at the end of the day-often additional items are added or due dates extended Please encourage your student to come see me for extra help before school and after school- I love questions!
Important to know
LiteratureErin Darling
[email protected] Diocesan Reading Standards for Literature – Key Ideas and Details – Craft and Structure – Integration of Knowledge and Ideas – Range Reading and Level of Text Complexity
Literature Text – Literature Book – This book is a big hardcover book that is also accessible
through the students’ laptops – Novels– Short Stories
Literature & Social Studies
Diocesan Reading Standards for Informational Text – Key Ideas and Details – Craft and Structure – Integration of Knowledge and Ideas
Using Informational Text that Supports and Reinforces the Social Studies Curriculum – Guided Reading and Close Read Activities – Analyzing and using Social Studies Vocabulary
Writing
Diocesan Writing Standards – Argumentative, Expository, Narrative – Production and Distribution – Research to Build and Present Knowledge – Range of Writing
Writing – Literature and Social Studies – Students will respond to Literature with a variety of written responses – Students will respond to Social Studies content and information with
a variety of written responses
Social studies & religionBridget Bassett
Religion Goals• To know and understand the basic teachings of the
Catholic Church.• To know, reflect on appreciate the importance of Liturgy
and of the Sacraments.• To understand the importance of the Old and New
Testament.• To live out Jesus’ example of service and love, by serving
others in our community, school and home.• To engage in personal and communal Catholic forms of
prayer that deepen one’s spiritual life.
Social Studies
Goals• 6th Grade – To learn about the physical and human geography
of the continents. To gain an understanding of the cultures, traditions, economies and religions of many countries around the world and then make a connection as to why it is important to us.
• 7th Grade – To learn about the early American history and how our country was formed. We will begin with Colonial America, study and take the Constitution test, Westward Expansion.
• 8th Grade - To begin with the great expansion of the West, Civil War and Industrial Revolution, the Great Depression, World War I and II and then finally ending with our modern American history and how it has shaped our country over the past 50 years.
Science is a gift of human intellect, which is given to us by God to help us understand His Creation.
Science is the study of interdependent relations in our earth’s systems and structures that reflect God’s truth, beauty, and goodness.
Life, Earth, and Physical Science foster growth in Christian virtue and develop an appreciation for God’s creation and the good of society.
Science is developing our stewardship and relationship in all aspects of our faith and Gospel values.
DIOCESE OF JOLIET - CATHOLIC STANDARDS FOR SCIENCE
scienceRhonda Smith
Diocese of Joliet Science Standards
Science Standards Description
Inquiry Process Understand/use inquiry process to explain real world phenomena
Concepts Understand concepts for life, physical, earth/space, engineering and technology
Analyze Data Analyze/interpret data to demonstrate understanding
Models Express understanding through written work, models, and designs
Digital Tools Use a variety of digital tools to produce/publish work
Science CurriculumAll Grades: – Inquiry, scientific method, experiments, analysis, lab reports,
Group projects, research, models, dissection, science fair
6th Grade: Life Science: Plants, Cells, Bacteria, Viruses, Ecosystems, Food Webs Physical Science - Energy, Energy Changes/Conservation Science Plus – Science Fair Preparation (2nd/3rd Trimesters)
7th Grade: Earth Science - Solar System, Earth’s Natural Processes Physical Science- Matter, Changes of State, Electromagnetic Energy Science Plus – Science Fair Testing/Report Organization (1st Trimester)
8th Grade: Chemistry - Atoms, Elements, Periodic Table, Compounds, Chemical Reactions Life Science – Animals, Animal Cells/Body Systems, Physical Science - Motion/Forces, Energy Changes/Conservation, Newton’s Laws
Science Plus – Simple machines/CO2Cars (3rd Trimester)
Science Fair Schedule
AUGUST: Complete Experiment Organization(7th and 8th ONLY)SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER: Experiment Conducted (At Home)
Background Research Completed (LA/Home)NOVEMBER: Experiment Organization(Graphs, Analysis, Conclusion) Final Science Fair Paper CompletedDECEMBER: Backboard(8th)/Power point(7th) and Note cards(7th/8th) JANUARY: Oral Presentations to the Judges - Week of 1/6/16MARCH: Regional Science Fair - March 11, 2016
APRIL/MAY: 6th Grade: Choosing topic; Research – 7 references; Experiment Design 7th Grade: Revising experiment design; Research – adding 3 references
MAY: State Science Fair – May 13/14, 2016
APRIL/MAY: 6th Grade: Choosing topic; Research – 7 references; Experiment Design
7th Grade: Revising experiment design; Research – adding 3
references
MAY: State Science Fair – May 13/14, 2016
Science Fair Schedule (con’t)
MRS. SMITH’S WEBSITE (assignments are attached to calendar)
www.mbvm.org
1) Assignments - 80% typed on computer
2) Assignment Grades – School Speak
a. Formative = Practice/New Information (Not in Grade %)
b. Summative = Graded Class/HW/Quiz/Tests (Included in Grade %)
3) Remind Students to ASK QUESTIONS ??????
4) Extra Help/Appointments: 7:30 – 7:45 AM or
3:00 – 3:30 PM(T-Th)
5) Parent Communication - e-mail with questions!
Science Homework
Spanish & musicStacie Knefelkamp
▪ General goalsGuided by the Diocesan Learning Standards students will
– Use target language to communicate– Study the countries and culture of Spanish speaking areas– Use technology to produce works and presentations– Be provided opportunities for language practice and cultural awareness.
• Assessments• Achievement• Effort• Behaviors that Support Learning
Spanish
music
expectations1. Come in quietly2. Respect classmates, teacher, and instruments3. Participate and do your personal best4. Listen and Have fun!
Music
Guided by the Diocesan Learning Standards students will:– Understand and apply the elements of music and musical concepts– Understand how music is created and performed– Understand the historical role of music in Civilization– Use different outlets of performance and presentation to demonstrate understanding of
materials
Students will receive grades based on the following– Achievement– Effort– Behaviors that support learning
TechnologySteve Langelett
[email protected] for 2015-16
• NO MORE VPN!! Internet access outside of school is still filtered, but now relies on a cloud-based system instead of a connection back to school
• New series of Science textbooks will be added to tablets (8th grade already has it)
• Windows 10 in 8th grade, still 8.1 in 6th and 7th but may upgrade later this year
Technology
Tech plus
• 6th grade is about “getting up and running”. Learning to use the digital textbooks, learning email, etc.
• 7th grade will be working on the Microsoft Office Specialist program for Powerpoint
• 8th grade will be working on the Microsoft Office Specialist program for Word
Teacher contact information
Stacie Knefelkamp: [email protected] Flott: [email protected] Darling: [email protected] April Langelett: [email protected] Gaca: [email protected] Bassett: [email protected] Smith: [email protected]
