Welcome to Open House 2014-2015

1. Welcome to Open House 2014-2015 Panther Team 7th Grade - Track 3 Ms. Shah – Math mshah@wcpss.net Mrs. Wilson – Science kwilson7@wcpss.net Mrs. Bunn – LA mbunn2@wpcss.net Mr. Crosson – SS jcrosson@wcpss.net Mrs. Baker – Counselor tbaker2@wcpss.net

2. Mrs. Wilson: 7-3 Science • Originally from Grand Rapids, MI • Married 3 years ago • 3 black cats, 1 daughter- Bella (4 mos.) • Taught 7th & 8th grade math & science for 9 years Contact Information: kwilson7@wcpss.net (919) 570-2260 2nd Year at Rolesville Middle Graduated from Ferris State University Degree: Math/Science

3. This year, we will focus on: • atmosphere/weather • cells/genetics/heredity • human body • motion/forces. Science Homework: Assigned as needed (usually finishing classwork or reviewing material) Grading Scale: Formative: 0% Minor Assessment: 40% Major Assessment: 60%

4. Textbooks We will use one text book but only have ONE class set for the entire 7th grade..we will use many online/print sources. Online textbooks available at www.ck12.org (link available on Weebly); you can print or download copies to iPad, Kindle, etc.

5. Assessments Pre-Assessments given to determine prior knowledge and growth Developed by 7th grade science teachers Given across grade level Study guides provided for each major unit of study Usually quiz every one-two weeks and two tests per quarter Aligned with new Essential Standards

6. How does the ILL work? Why do we use an ILL? Items on the right are… RECEIVED …from the teacher or text. Items on the left show the student’s . . . LEARNING! • It is a working portfolio (all of your notes, classwork, etc.) in one convenient spot! • It is an individual, personalized notebook that allows you to record and process information in an engaging manner. • It allows you to process and retain concepts more easily! • You can use it to thoroughly review for quizzes and tests! • It helps you keep track of your assignments, homework and class work on a daily basis! • It serves as a study tool for the EOGs! • Best of all… The ILL allows you to personalize your learning experiences by having a way to reflect thoughtfully, creatively, and individually! Teachers provide samples and Table of Contents

7. Ms. Shah: 7 – 3 Math Contact Information: mshah@wcpss.net (919) 570-2270 Grew up in Durham 1 cat named Jello Taught middle school for 12 years Licensed Special Educator

8. Common Core Math 7 We are here • Unit 1 – Integers and Expressions • Unit 2 – Operations with Rational Numbers • Unit 3 – Equations • Unit 4 – Inequalities • Unit 5 – Proportional Reasoning • Unit 6 – Percents • Unit 7 – Probability • Unit 8 – Data Collection and Anaysis • Unit 9 – Geometric Properties • Unit 10 – Two Dimensional • Unit 11 – Three Dimensional Geometry

9. Common Core Math 7 PLUS We are here • Unit 1 – Integers and Expressions • Unit 2 – Operations with Rational Numbers • Unit 3 – Equations • Unit 4 – Inequalities • Unit 5 – Proportional Reasoning and Slope • Unit 6 – Probability • Unit 7 – Data Collection and Analysis • Unit 8 – Geometric Properties • Unit 9 – Transformations • Unit 10 – Two Dimensional & Three Dimensional Geometry • Unit 11 – Exponents and Scientific Notation

10. Math Curriculum: Aligned with Common Core Standards • Homework: • Given NIGHTLY • Handouts to extend learning Blackboard: Extra Copies of Handouts Homework Grading: Minor (CW/Q)- 40% Major (T/P) - 60% RETAKE on TESTS only

11. Mr. Crosson Grew up in Zelienople, PA Graduated with a BA from Slippery Rock University Graduated with a Master’s from Cincinnati University 4 years of teaching

12. 7th Grade Social Studies • m Quarter 1: Unit 1: The Age of Exploration Unit 2: Age of Colonization & Slave Trade Unit 3: Absolutism & Enlightenment Quarter 2: Unit 4: Age of Revolutions Unit 5: Industrialism, Nationalism, Imperialism Unit 6: The World at War Quarter 3: Unit 7: The Cold War Unit 8: New Nations Quarter 4: Unit 9: Human Rights & Era of Globalization Skills - Analyzing Primary Documents - Understand Cause & Effect - Creating Historical Arguments

13. Grading & Assessments Grading: Major Assessments: 60% Minor Assessments: 30% Homework: 10% Benchmarks: Each student will take a quarterly assessment to demonstrate their understanding of curriculum Common Assessments: Developed as a PLT Each 7th S.S. Class takes the Unit Assessment. Classroom Resources: C-Mapp Discovery Streaming SAS Curriculum Pathways

14. Mrs. Bunn: 7-3 Language Arts 17th year of teaching Husband, Bob 3 grown children Raised in a family of classical musicians Favorite coffee Bodybuilder Faithful Browns fan! Rides a Honda Rebel 250 Buckeye!

15. 7th Grade Language Arts Quarter 2: Unit 2: Extraordinary in the Ordinary Unit 3: Quest for Perfection Quarter 3: Unit 4: You Say You Want a Revolution? Unit 5: Singled Out Quarter 1: Unit 1: Life is Unfair Quarter 4: Unit 6: My Voice, My World

16. Grading and Assessments Grading: Major Assessments: 60% Minor Assessments: 40% Benchmarks: Each student will take a quarterly assessment to demonstrate his/her understanding of curriculum Classroom Resources: Literature Book C-Mapp Discovery Streaming SAS Curriculum Pathways Common Assessments: Developed as a PLT

17. 40 Book Challenge Write a summary of each book based on the Summary of the Month Read 10 books every quarter Receive quarterly rewards! EOY Celebration! Give it to Mrs. Bunn Record the book , author, & your rating

18. Expectations • "Children are likely to live up to what you believe of them.” • Lady Bird Johnson • WE believe 7th Graders are: • Advocates for their education • Responsible for their actions • Respectful, compassionate and engaged • Responsive to our expectations

19. Study Skills (ALL classes) Study Guides: Only contain basic information needed to do well on test…information may also come from their ILL/Binder. Students should be studying NIGHTLY for all classes. They should be using their ILL/binder to review notes, videos, processing, resolve problems, etc. These tests are CUMULATIVE?!? 7th grade students should be working for at least 70 minutes per night

20. Working Lunch Students must prearrange extra help with their teachers. Teachers are available for extra help & remediation during lunch. Students must receive a stamp on their hand before going to their elective (period 4) Stamps allow students to go straight to the lunch line and leave the cafeteria. Students must arrive in a timely manner.

21. Retake Policy Any child may retake tests for higher grades during lunch. Parent Signature and corrections are required before taking the retest. • Guidelines: • Students must work on the corrections at home or during working lunch. • Students need to bring the SIGNED original test WITH corrections ONE DAY PRIOR to retest. • This will usually be within 5 school days (may vary based on date of RETAKE – which is assigned by the teacher)

22. Parent Portal • All students and parents can have access. • Parents can receive their own log-in/password by filling out a form in the office along with showing their ID to the office personnel. • Grades are updated weekly in all classes. • Grades that are entered can be seen in LIVE time. Interim Reports • Sent home a once per quarter (generally halfway through)

23. Team Website One-stop shop for updates, homework, and important documents! www.panthersteamrms.weebly.com Links for extra practice! Updated Daily! Great to use when your student is absent, forgets what to do for homework, or just needs important information! Check me out!

24. Silent Lunch Policy 1st = Warning & Silent Lunch 2nd = Phone Call Home & Silent Lunch 3rd = Administrative Referral & Silent Lunch If a student misses a day of silent lunch with no reasonable explanation, this will result in an automatic referral.