welcome to team 7a mr. reed ms. ogesen ms. weatherspoon ms. damm
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Welcome to Team 7A
Mr. Reed
Ms. Ogesen
Ms. Weatherspoon
Ms. Damm
• Be an informed voter and know the facts:– Asking voters to approve a continuation, not
an increase, of the current Maintenance and Operations Overrides for each district.
– A continuation will not increase the tax rate for property owners.
– Need more information? Visit http://www.kyrene.org/ and take a Fact Sheet with you tonight.
Kyrene and Tempe Union High School District Election on November 5,2013
Common Core
Link to Video Clip
Smart
Energetic
Very Social
Enthusiastic
Not dependent
Tough
Hungry
Gregarious
Resourceful
Annoying
Daring
Entertaining
Really self-conscious
7th Grade Student Expectations
BE THE BEST YOU CAN BE…THE CHOICE IS YOURS!
Always Choose To Be:
RespectfulAn Active Listener
An Enthusiastic ParticipantAware and Sensitive to the Diverse Needs of
OthersResponsible in Group and Individual Interactions
Time To Teach
• Is a proactive not a reactive approach to discipline and classroom management (prompt attention to the “little stuff” can prevent the “big stuff”)
Time to Teach
• Students are taught positive student behavior.
• Teach-to’s direct positive influence in the classroom.
Time to Teach Essential Components
• Giving unconditional positive regard to our students
• Teaching to expectations• Establishing a positive classroom climate• Mentally asking the classroom integrity
questions • Giving one and only one start-up request• REFOCUSING non-punitively
(* Information taken from the Time to Teach book The Center for Teacher Effectiveness)
Attendance
• When students miss school, we miss them!• Regular attendance impacts student
achievement.• We appreciate it when appointments and
vacations are scheduled outside of school times.
• Students are expected to complete all assignments missed during an absence.
• Homework assignments may be requested ahead of time and/or during student absences.
Homework Policy• Homework will be assigned daily
and consistently.• Homework is expected to be neat,
legible, on time and complete.• Budget approximately 60 minutes
per night.
Student Agenda/Calendar• Daily Use in Class• Monday Overview• Encourages Time Management• Log of homework, tests, quizzes, short and
long term projects• Encourages parental involvement/awareness• To reinforce agenda or check homework
assignments:
Visit the Team 7A Websiteand click on
‘Team 7A Week At A Glance’
Home Strategies for Success
• Encourage daily study/homework time.
• Communicate with teacher if any concerns arise.
• Check your child’s agenda and/or the Team 7A Website.
Started Monday, August 12Started Monday, August 12
8:00 – 8:568:00 – 8:56 a.m. a.m.
• Before school tutoring will be available on Monday - Friday
• Students may sign-up on their own or be recommended by teachers
• Students to provide their own means of transportation to school
• Must be at front gate at 8:00 a.m. sharp
Homework Lunchtime Club
• There will be a classroom and teacher during each grade level lunch period where a student could be assigned if they did not complete their homework.
• Students who purchase school lunch will be given a ‘Front of the Line’ pass to go purchase their lunch and then return with that lunch to work through lunch
Grade Reports
• First Quarter ends: October 4, 2013• Second Quarter ends: December 20, 2013• Third Quarter ends: March 7, 2014• Fourth Quarter ends: May 21, 2014• Fall Parent Conferences: tentatively Oct. 23• Spring Parent Conferences: tentatively March 5• Between the fourth and sixth week of each quarter,
parents will be notified if their student is in danger of failing.
• Students are encouraged to keep track of their progress in each class via StudentVue.
Online Grade Access
• Access ‘ParentVUE’ from Kyrene School District Webpage under the Parents tab
• Will allow for one stop shopping for grades• Updated instantly as teachers enter a grade
Academic Lab Overview
• 35 minute period four days a week• Each core content area teacher is assigned a
group of students to work with• General use is to provide additional support and
assistance to students in any area of need• Grades are NOT assigned
Academic Lab
• STEM/Integrated Learning
• SmartMath - online resource to assist with math remediation
S.T.E.M. DefinedSTEM
Q: What is STEM?
A: STEM is an acronym that stands for science, technology, engineering, and math. STEM is the need to focus on student's engagement and skills from the earliest grades in science, math, engineering and technology. The ultimate goal is to grow the proficiency level of students in sciences and mathematics and provide them with an understanding how those skills can be applied across all subjects and eventually careers.
Q: What is DefinedSTEM?
A: DefinedSTEM is a web-based resource from Defined Learning, an educational company with roots in both media and curriculum development. The Kyrene School District has purchased a subscription allowing access to this resource. Defined STEM is a project-based learning curriculum based around a career theme. It depicts real-world jobs and how science and math would be used in those jobs. It aligns with state standards, national standards, and the new Common Core standards.
Parent Communication
If you have questions or concerns about your student’s progress, the preferred method of contact is email.
Ms. Damm
Ms. Weatherspoon
Ms. Ogesen
Mr. Reed
541-5924
541-5923
541-5927
541-5928
Team 7A Wish ListWe are always in short supply of the
following items and would greatly appreciate donations anytime throughout the school year:
•Copy Paper
•Wide ruled notebook paper
•Kleenex Tissue
•Markers/colored pencils
•3-ring binders
•Graph Paper
•White board markers
•Student scissors
•Rulers
•Electric Pencil Sharpeners
•Bright Sticks
Fieldtrips
The Team 7A teachers feel that fieldtrips are an essential piece of the educational puzzle. They provide opportunities that most times just cannot be replicated in the classroom.
Although we understand times are tough for all financially, there will be times that we may ask for donations to provide these opportunities.
Tax Credit Donations
• Tax credit donations of up to $200 may be made to our school by an individual.
• Contributions of any kind for team 7A are greatly appreciated!
• Any donations will be used to offset our expenses for team field trips.
• Thank you for your support!
Akimel A-al PTSOCheck us out!
• General PTSO meetings on first Tuesday of every month at 11:00am.
• Visit us at www.akimelptso.org and sign up on Volunteer page
• Like us on FaceBook & receive updates. www.facebook.com/akimelptso
• Email us at [email protected]• Fill out blue “Volunteer Interest Form” & turn it in to the
front office or Academic Lab teacher. Forms available in front office.
Akimel A-al PTSOWays to get involved
• Fry’s & Safeway E-script (check website for directions)
• Collect Boxtops for Education• Buy school supplies from “A-mart”• Look for more upcoming promotions at our website,
Facebook, or via informational e-mails• Volunteer at our promotions or special events
– Multicultural Night, Patriotic Day, 8th Grade Dance, Hospitality Staff Appreciation Events, Campus Pride, and various fundraisers throughout the year
For Your Attendance
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