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WELCOME

WELCOME. TO THE BLUE TEAM. Introductions Transition Issues Team Goals Core Skills Supply List Parent Conferences Schedule Parent/Teacher Communication. Incentive Programs “D” Day Procedures Handbook Highlights Special Team Events Alumni Tips Team Warning Homework Assignment.

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WELCOME

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  1. WELCOME TO THE BLUE TEAM

  2. Introductions Transition Issues Team Goals Core Skills Supply List Parent Conferences Schedule Parent/Teacher Communication Incentive Programs “D” Day Procedures Handbook Highlights Special Team Events Alumni Tips Team Warning Homework Assignment ORIENTATION AGENDA

  3. Who Is the Blue Team? • Ms. Sharon Branca • Subject: Math

  4. Mrs. Liz Motley Subject: English Who Is the Blue Team?

  5. Ms. Dana Prendergast Subject: Science Who Is the Blue Team?

  6. Mr. Stephen Kistler Subject: History Who Is the Blue Team?

  7. Mrs. Eileen Patram Subject: Reading Who Is the Blue Team?

  8. Mrs. Samantha Rodriguez Mrs. Linda Hargesheimer Subject: All Learning Support Who Is the Blue Team?

  9. Ms. Katie Fetterman Mrs. Mary McGlincy Subject: All Learning Support Who Is the Blue Team?

  10. Mrs. Patty McGinnis Subject: Gifted Seminar Who Is the Blue Team?

  11. Mrs. Barbara Scholl Subject: ESL Who Is the Blue Team?

  12. Mr. William Peck Guidance Counselor Who Is the Blue Team?

  13. WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A 7th GRADER? • MORE independence. • MORE responsibility. • MORE homework, projects, tests, etc. • MORE student-teacher communication.

  14. We encourage students to work collaboratively with their peers and to respect the ideas of others. BLUE TEAM CORE GOALS

  15. We encourage students to become more responsible for their education and to take an active approach to learning. BLUE TEAM CORE GOALS

  16. We encourage students to consistently put forth their best effort in all classes. BLUE TEAM CORE GOALS

  17. CORE SKILLS • Time Management • Study Skills • Organization • Reading Comprehension

  18. 3 – Ring notebook with dividers Loose leaf paper Pencils (we encourage lead pencils), pens, and erasers Appropriate free reading material (At all times, in all classes!) Set of colored pencils Highlighters Textbook covers Clear sheet protectors Assignment book (supplied by Arcola) GENERAL SUPPLY LIST

  19. MATH Spiral Notebook ENGLISH Pocket Folder Bound Marble Notebook (wide-ruled) SCIENCE Pocket Folder ½ inch 3-ring binder OR section in large team binder SUBJECT SPECIFIC SUPPLIES

  20. Donations of tissues, hand sanitizer, and cleaning wipes are appreciated . . . Greatly!!

  21. BLUE TEAM SCHEDULE • Periods 1 – 4 : Core Classes • Lunch: 11:27 – 11:57 • Period 5: Core Class • Period 6: Health/PE • Period 7: Expressive Arts • Period 8: Homeroom

  22. PARENT COMMUNICATION • The Seventh Grade counselor is Mr. Peck. • Blue Team is available for parent conferences during period 7 (1:33 – 2:18). • Parents are reminded to check the Parent Portal often. • The most efficient method of communication with team teachers is email.

  23. INCENTIVE PROGRAMS • Honor Roll • Distinguished • Meritorious • Highest Average (in each subject area from each section) • Most Improved Student • Student of the Month • Team Awards

  24. “D” DAY PROCEDURES • “D” Day is dedicated to silent work and/or reading. • Students must have free reading books in HR! • Some “D” Days will also be used for “Character Counts” Lessons.

  25. HANDBOOK HIGHLIGHTS • Dress Code • Attendance Policies • Student Passes • Student Sign-Out • Hallway Behavior • Gum Chewing • Cheating/Plagiarism

  26. SPECIAL TEAM EVENTS • Team Days • Field Trips • What we do depends on YOU!!

  27. DON’T CHEW GUM- you will get caught and they will catch you- especially Ms. Prendergast! Make friends and get a good reputation. Participate in class because you get points each marking period! Ask questions if you need help! Study more than you normally do, because you’ll need it! This ISN’T sixth grade anymore!! 7th Grade ALUMNI TIPS

  28. 7th Grade ALUMNI TIPS • Remember to follow directions on all tests and projects! • Be organized because there are always notebook checks! • The harder you try, the more respect you get from the teachers. • Don’t get on the teachers’ bad sides! • Always have your pass. • Be nice to substitutes.

  29. 7th Grade ALUMNI TIPS • Shoving papers into your binder is a REALLY BAD idea. • Keep all of your old papers- you will have finals! • In 6th grade you might not have studied, but this year you have too! • DO ALL OF YOUR WORK . . . YOU’LL BE FINE! • Don’t eat candy without asking. • Do not plagiarize- you will get a 0! • Keep a positive attitude!

  30. 7th Grade ALUMNI TIPS • Be nice to your teachers and pay them respect. • Keep or find a sense of humor- you’ll need it! • Make friends you can depend on. • Proofread your work before you hand it in. • Never wait until the last minute; it’s very stressful that way. • With these teachers backing you up, you’ll never have to worry.

  31. WARNING !!!! • Summer reading books should be nearly finished or finished at this time. • All AR tests need to be done by September 16th!!!!!

  32. ANNOUNCEMENTS • Emergency cards and the signed handbook page is due by Friday, September 9th. • Picture Day is Friday, September 9th.

  33. Bring in a photograph of yourself on the first day of school! HOMEWORK

  34. "The objective of education is to prepare the young to educate themselves throughout their lives." Robert Maynard Hutchins

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