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Team 8 Green

WELCOME. Team 8 Green. Team Quotes. TEAM = Together Everyone Achieves More --Unknown The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you --BB King. Team Teachers. Mrs. Birdd - Social Studies Mr. Atkinson - Science

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Team 8 Green

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  1. WELCOME Team 8 Green

  2. Team Quotes TEAM = Together Everyone Achieves More --Unknown The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you --BB King

  3. Team Teachers Mrs. Birdd - Social Studies Mr. Atkinson - Science Ms. Faust - Math Mr. Colaiacovo - ELA Mr. LoBianco - Resource Mrs. Cartwright- French Ms. Pidsadnick - Spanish

  4. Administrative Team Principal – Ms. Melissa Prorok Assistant Principal - Mr. William Weidner Assistant Principal - Mrs. Kerry Slocum

  5. Important Dates • September 5th Students’ First Day of School • October 3rd Picture Day • October 14th Columbus Day (No School) • November 7th Picture Makeup Day • November 11th Veterans Day (No School) • November 25th Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences 12:00pm to 7:00pm • November 26th Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences 7:30am to 2:00pm • November 27 – 29th Thanksgiving Break

  6. Exploratory Teachers • Ms. Fraser – FACS • Ms. Gizzarelli - FACS • Mr. Reagan - Music • Mr. Burch – Music • Miss Steabel – Music • Mrs. Catalano – Music • Mrs. Higgins – Music • Mr. Necci – Art • Mrs. Renner - Art • Mr. Root – Tech • Mr. Tackett – Tech • Mrs. Moore – P. E. • Mrs. Cashmore – P. E. • Mr. Pukalo – P. E. • Mr. Asquith – P. E. • Mrs. Lutz – Health (Grades 6 and 8) • Mrs. J. Landahl – Health • (Grades 6 and 8)

  7. Support Services • Guidance Counselors • Mrs. Boberg A - K • Ms. Roth L - Z • Social Worker – Ms. Koser • School Psychologist – Ms. Cooney • Nurse – Mrs. Strait • Media Specialist – Ms. Muhlbauer • Attendance – Mrs. Law (Parents need to write and turn in excuses)

  8. Child Absent? Call attendance Call greeter to request missing hw Write and send in a note to Mrs. Law detailing reason for absence Student must see teachers upon return Student is responsible for all work missed

  9. Social Studies 8th grade social studies is a continuation of US history. We cover Reconstruction through the modern times. At this there is not a NYS test in 8th grade Social Studies. Throughout the year student work, unit exams and essays will be modeled to prepare students for high school

  10. Physical Science In physical science, students learn about phases of matter, atoms, chemical reactions, motion, forces, work and machines, energy sound, light and weathering and erosion There are many opportunities for hands on and experiments to make science fun! Reg. 8th grade classes take the state assessment State assessment TBA (late May or early June)

  11. Earth Science In earth science, students learn about weather, plate tectonics, geologic time, weathering and erosion, density, maps, astronomy, and climate There will be many opportunities for hands on and activities to make science fun! Students are expected to take the earth science regents at the end of the year Earth Science lab reports stay in the classroom and are collected at the end of the year. STUDENTS MUST COMPLETE MOST LABS IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR REGENTS EXAM

  12. Math This year in 8th grade Math, the students will learn the Common Core Curriculum Standards. The Accelerated students, will be responsible for the Common Core Curriculum for 8th grade that was started in 7th grade and the New Common Core Curriculum for Algebra.

  13. Math - Testing **** Scientific Calculators will be used in class. A scientific calculator MUST be bought and kept at home until the NYS test, then brought in to be used on the test. NYS State Assessment will be in Beginning of May for all students NYS standardized testing will be given 3 times this year, to assess the progress of each student during the year. Pioneer Benchmarks will be given at the end of each 10 week marking period, to assess the student learning. This will spiral the curriculum and each time be a little longer then the one before. Accelerated students will take a the NEWRegents Exam in June. They will practice using Graphing Calculators in class that will be used on the Regents.

  14. NEW Unit tests that are from NYS Common Core

  15. Math and ELA AIS Many students will be placed in Academic Intervention Services this year because of last years test scores, last years grades and/or teacher recommendations. This is required by NYS state and will focus on skills.

  16. English Language Arts State Assessment will be April 1-3, 2014 Quarterly Benchmark Assessments will be given All ELA Classes (K-8) will continue with Reader and Writer’s Workshop. Every student will be expected to Read, Record, and Reflect, at home, EVERY DAY!

  17. SUMMER READING NOVEL Students were to have read TWO novels this summer, filled out a calendar, and expand at least 5 Post-Its. All information was handed out at the end of 7th Grade. The READING CALENDAR and 5-6 EXPANDED POST-ITS should be completed and ready to hand in on Friday, September 6th, 2013. The Summer Reading Packet is available on my webpage

  18. The Common Core Standardsfor Math and ELA Are aligned with college and work expectations; Are clear, understandable, and consistent; Include rigorous content and application of knowledge through high-order skills; Build on strengths and lessons of current state standards; Are informed by other top-performing countries, so that all students are prepared to succeed in a global economy and society; Are evidence-based.

  19. 6 Shifts in ELA/Literacy Read as much Non-Fiction as Fiction Learn About the World by Reading Read More Complex Material Carefully Discuss Reading (using evidence) Writing From Sources (using evidence) Academic Vocabulary

  20. 2013-2014 Module Implementation for ELA NYS has introduced “Module” units as a way of successfully implementing all of the Common Core Shifts. A “Module” is an 8 week unit of study which incorporates a fictional text and several corresponding informational texts. These “Modules” stress high-level analysis and text dissection. In other words, this work will be extremely challenging and require persistence in the classroom and at home. Content areas will begin applying these modules this year. These modules emphasize rigor, complex informational texts, close reading, and analytical response to literature. In addition to the Module, ELA classrooms will continue with the Reading and Writing Workshop Philosophy, maintaining a focus on student accountability.

  21. Examples of Module Questioning • Pre-Module Questioning: • In “The Gettysburg Address,” Lincoln says the nation is dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal. Why is equality an important value to promote? • Questioning with Module Implementation: • “The Gettysburg Address” mentions the year 1776. According to Lincoln’s speech, why is this year significant to the events described in the speech?

  22. Foreign Language There will be 6 assessments administered throughout the year that are aligned with the state standards. Successful completion of the Foreign Language class and the proficiency exam at the end of the year will earn each student High School credit.

  23. Resource • Mr. LoBianco is the Resource teacher for Grades 7-8, and will have a homebase on the team. • He will specifically work with our 8th grade team in ELA class. • He will meet with academic teachers to provide support and provide suggestions to help students be more successful.

  24. Contact Information Ms. Faust afaust@pioneercsd.org Ext. 2426 Mr. Atkinson ratkinson@pioneercsd.org Ext . 2337 Mrs. Cartwright acartwright@pioneercsd.org Ext. 2423 Mr. Colaiacovo lcolaiacovo@pioneercsd.org Ext. 2435 Mrs. Birdd mbirdd@pioneercsd.org Ext. 2434 MsPidsadnik dpidsadnick@pioneercsd.org Ext. 2424

  25. Team Supply List GENERAL 3 boxes of tissues - to your HOMEBASE TEACHER   Book Covers ELA 4 Marble Composition Notebooks   1 Packages of Post-Its   Black or Blue Pens - 10 minimum (NO OTHER COLORS!!!)    Pencils - 20 minimum Highlighter (1) 3-Prong folder with pockets Loose-leaf paper - 2 packets USB Flash drive  Thin colored markers (optional) SCIENCE 3 ring binder – 1 inch (blue)    Folder (blue)    1 Composition Notebook Pens Pencils SOCIAL STUDIES     3 ring binder - 1 inch (red)     Colored Pencils or Markers     Blue or Black pens Pencils     2 Dry Erase Markers Loose-leaf Paper MATH Folder (green)    3 ring binder - 1 inch (green)    Pencils Scientific Calculator Dry Erase Markers FOREIGN LANGUAGE 3 ring binder  1 ½ in Purple or white with see through sleeve    Dividers    Blue or Black pens

  26. New Backpack and Draw String Bag Policy for 2013-14! Backpacks and draw string bags are allowed to be carried to and from school, but will not be allowed to be carried from class to class throughout the school day.  Thank you!

  27. After School Program BEGINS SEPTEMBER 5, 2012 Is composed of two components: Academic Program: • Work on homework, project or a quiet place to read. Recreation Program: • Various athletics, crafts, or hands-on activities. *Permission slips are necessary for all after school activities. Forms will be available at the Main Office, the Greeter’s Desk or on the Pioneer homepage.

  28. Student Involvement Opportunities • Marching Band • Yearbook Club • Leo Club • Recreation Program • Student Council • Newspaper Club • Safe School Ambassadors • Musical • Junior FFA • A/V Club • Modified Sports • Odyssey of the Mind • Chess Club • Certified Babysitting Training • Dance Class • Panther Productions

  29. Agenda/ID Card Use Important pages in the agenda and go over important information New Agendas every 10 weeks ID Card required to borrow books from LMC ID Card required to buy lunch

  30. Team Homework Policy **NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR DAILY ASSIGNMENTS** (Individual expectations and procedures will be given in each class)

  31. Where to find the Daily Homework… Go to Mr. Colaiacovo’s webpage and find the link to the daily homework assignments. Click and open. www.pioneerschools.org//Domain/266

  32. Parent’s Guide for Student Success[from engageny.org] • Academic standards have been revamped across the K-12 curriculum • Standards are important to help set clear and consistent expectations for students, parents and teachers • Having clearly defined goals helps families and teachers work together to ensure that students succeed

  33. How You Can Help Your Child at HomeLearning does not end in the classroom… • Children need help and support at home to succeed in their studies • Try to create a quiet place for your child to study and devote time every day when your child can concentrate on academics uninterrupted by friends, siblings or other distractions ELA • Have child read his/her writing out loud to other family members. Discuss your family stories and history. Go to a play or musical with your child Math • Look for word-problems in real-life (recipes). Arithmetic with decimals (balancing check book). Using area and volume to solve landscaping questions (garden size, topsoil requirements, etc.)

  34. What is PBIS? Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support It is PBIS’s goal to improve student academic performance and behavior by focusing on positive behaviors Homebase connection with teachers, CICO, Targeted Learning Labs, CBG Cards, School Spirit, Behavior Incentives

  35. How can PBIS help? Identify target areas for improvement Improve processes and procedures Decrease Problem Behavior Increase attendance and academic achievement Boost staff and student morale

  36. Thoughtful Education During the past few years many Pioneer teachers have participated in workshops based on Dr. Harvey Silver’s Thoughtful Classroom. Dr. Silver’s strategies are researched based and yield advances in student achievement. Some of the strategies your child will use in class are: compare /contrast, making inferences, and summarizing.

  37. DASA Dignity for All Students Act (enacted July 1, 2012)

  38. What is DASA? • The Dignity for All Students Act (The Dignity Act) was established with the broad legislative intent to provide a school environment free of discrimination and harassment. • Harassment is defined as “creation of a hostile environment by conduct or by verbal threats, intimidation or abuse that has or would have the effect of unreasonably and substantially interfering with a student’s educational performance, opportunities or benefits, or mental, emotional or physical well-being;…” • DASA now includes CYBER-BULLYING as well as aggressive behavior OUTSIDE of school.

  39. Forms • Should be in your envelope: • Introducing Your Child • Media Consent Form • After-School Program • Student Residency Form • Free and Reduced Lunch Form • Parent Volunteer Form • Right to Know Form (Asbestos, Pesticides, etc.) • Please complete and turn in completed forms to homeroom teacher ASAP.

  40. PowerSchool “Powerschool Portal” is now available, see Counseling Center for details

  41. Thank You!! We are looking forward to a great year! Please feel free to contact us at any time with questions or concerns! Questions / Comments/Concerns?

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