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Welcome to Monday Meeting April 22 nd , 2013

Betty Botter Betty Botter bought some butter. "But," she said, "the butter's bitter. If I put it in my batter, it will make my batter bitter. But a bit of better butter-- that would make my batter better." So she bought a bit of butter, better than her bitter butter.

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Welcome to Monday Meeting April 22 nd , 2013

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  1. Betty Botter Betty Botterbought some butter."But," she said,"the butter's bitter.If I put itin my batter,it will makemy batter bitter. But a bitof better butter--that would makemy batter better." So she boughta bit of butter,better thanher bitter butter. And she put itin her batter,and the batterwas not bitter.So 'twas betterBetty Botterbought a bitof better butter! --By Anonymous Welcome to Monday MeetingApril 22nd, 2013 How quickly can you say this?

  2. How did you do? 40 seconds and over:Too slow. Your grandparents could say the poem faster. 30 to 40 seconds:Not bad. You're probably a faster talker than the President. 20 to 30 seconds:Pretty good. You've been gifted with a fast pair of lips . 15 to 20 seconds:Excellent. You can out talk anyone around. 14 seconds or less:You are a tongue tying champion!

  3. Pledge of Allegiance What is the largest state in the USA?

  4. Your Middle School Team Who Am I? I was born in Virginia Grew up riding horses I love travelling- been to Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Israel, Mexico, and all over the US. I enjoy riding motorcycles and used to have a red Honda Rebel I knew I wanted to be a teacher since I was 8 years old Once of my favorite author is C.S. Lewis

  5. April Calendar

  6. Warm-up Activity

  7. Mrs. Karam is here to help! WHAT: A new Math class covering basic topics WHEN: Thursdays at 10:30 Starting April 18th WHERE: The OLS WHO: Students who need help with basic Math skill WHO: Students who need help with basic Math skills *THIS CLASS IS MEANT FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE STRUGGLING WITH MATH, NOT THOSE WHO FULLY UNDERSTAND CONCEPTS*

  8. High School Transition CC’s Who: All current 8th grade students that are planning on or considering joining the ORVA HS. What: A CC that models a typical HS class connect When: Every Thursday at 1:00pm, beginning May 2nd, 2013. Where: Please look for the invitation in your class connect list for Thursday’s. Why: The MS and HS staff want you to begin to think like a high school student.

  9. April is National Poetry Month! Made for loving, cuddling and making mama proud Always smiling, laughing and ready to plant a kiss! Darling little angel sent to warm my heart Delightful little giggles that resound in my heart I s the little girl wearing a tutu with chocolate on her face Everything I could ever have imagined, everything I could ever need

  10. 8th Grade Spotlight April 26th

  11. Have you completed your OAKS test? Yes NO

  12. What to Expect • Arrive about 15 min before 8:30am morning/all day session or 1:00pm afternoon session to sign-in • Be greeted by the proctor and collect testing materials • Find a seat at a computer station • Listen to directions and begin test • Take breaks as needed • Move on to the next test when finished • Leave with guardian when all required tests are completed (or to break for lunch) • Scores will not be provided at the site unless requested by the guardian (official scores will be mailed out in the summer) • OAKS achievement indicators will be posted on the Community Board

  13. What to Bring Assessment Supplies Optional Student Supplies Water bottle with lid Odorless, mess-free snack (due to allergies, please not peanuts or peanut products) A book A phone to call ride when finished A phone will be available to students that do not have their own All electronic devices will be turned off and stored by the proctor during the assessment • Any allowed resources for will be supplied by the ORVA staff member, this includes: • Scrap paper, graph paper, and pencils • Formula sheets and periodic table • Calculators • Dictionaries

  14. How to Prepare • Get plenty of rest • Eat a nutritious meal before the session • Try the practice assessments • Online • http://tinyurl.com/OAKSpracticeOnline • Printable • http://tinyurl.com/OAKSpracticePrint

  15. Spotlight is on… Kristopher Keppol

  16. Connecting and Supporting Families in April K12 & ORVA

  17. High School Sneak Peeks If you're interested in ORVA’s high school for the upcoming school year, or are currently enrolled in ORVA’s eighth grade, these sessions are a great way to learn the basics of our high school program. Hosted by our high school staff, the online sessions will include a general overview presentation and an opportunity to get answers to all of your questions. ***Register at http://www.k12.com/orva/event-type/online-events-0 to join one of the sessions below. All sessions begin at 6pm. Tuesday, April 2 Wednesday, April 10 Thursday, April 18 Tuesday, April 23 Wednesday, May 1 Thursday, May 9

  18. May Outings Sign up on the COMMUNITY BOARD The Dalles May 2 Umatilla May 3rd

  19. Log into the online school, click on “My Info,” and follow the simple instructions under the “Registration” tab. We Look Forward to Learning with YOU Next School Year! Secure your spot and sign up now!

  20. Session Links, Descriptions, Recordings and more! http://orva.k12start.com/ Online Events for Parents – April PST Parent2Parent Hotline occurs every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Noon - 1PM & 3-4PM April 2-30

  21. Session Links, Descriptions, Recordings and more! http://orva.k12start.com/ Online Events for Parents – April PST Parent2Parent Hotline occurs every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Noon - 1PM & 3-4PM April 2-30

  22. April 13, 20, 27, May 4 http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0545A9AB28A64-lego

  23. Your Challenge, Should You Choose to Accept It: ORVA MS Marathon • Run or Walk 26.2 miles over the next 6 weeks. • Log your miles on one sheet (day/time/distance) • Turn in your final sheet to Mrs. Redenius via kmail (you must have an adult sign/verify your mileage)

  24. Thank you!

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