Post on 22-Jun-2020
The ABCs of
Ms. Hunter’s Room2014-2015
Welcome to Ms. Hunter’s Open House!
A is for Agenda
AAgenda- Each day the agenda
will be posted on the board. It
is the student’s responsibility to
record the assignments in their
agenda.
The agenda is also posted on
my website daily.
B is for Behavior
B Behavior- Our seventh grade students are always
expected to be on their best behavior. We have very high expectations and hope that you do too. We request that our students treat all people with kindness. Students are also expected to come to class prepared and ready to learn. Whether they are in the classroom, hallway, media center or cafeteria we expect that our students are always practicing being responsible, respectful and safe. Students that are a discipline problem will not be allowed to attend field trips, assemblies, and any other fun activities we plan.
C is Cheating & Cell Phones
C Cheating- Any student that is caught cheating will be given a
zero on the assignment and their parent will be contacted. We remind students that even if they let someone copy their answers that is the same as copying answers off of someone else. Either way it is CHEATING! If a student forgets to do an assignment it is best to accept the consequence and move on or use a late pass, if available. We firmly believe that honesty is always the best policy.
Cell Phones- According to school rules, cell phones are not allowed in class. Cell phones that are brought to school are to be turned off and out of sight. If a student is found to have a cell phone in class, the cell phone will be taken away and given to the office. The student will be allowed to pick up their cell phone at the end of the school day. If this problem persists, the cell phone will be taken away and can only be retrieved by a parent. This will also require a meeting with the principal. If the problem is chronic, it may result in a school suspension.
D is for Discipline
D Iroquois Middle School has adopted a school wide
Positive Behavior System. As your child’s team teachers, we follow this system and its guidelines for discipline. Below you will find the steps that we follow in regards to discipline:
1st offense: Warning
2nd offense= Student-teacher conference + parent contact
3rd offense= Counselor intervention
4th offense= Detention + parent contact
5th offense = Principal referral
*Serious infractions could result in immediate office referral
E is for Expectations and Email
E Email- I can be contacted via email. If
you have any concerns please contact
but keep in mind that it may take a day
before I am able to respond.
(dhunter@cvs.k12.mi.us)
Expectations- Our expectations for our
students are very high. We will not
accept less than what we feel each
student is capable of giving us.
F is for Field Trips and Fun
F Field Trips- Each year the seventh
grade teachers plan at least one field
trip for our students. If students are
interested in participating they must be
on their best behavior to join in on the
fun.
Fun- We will do everything in our power
to make our classrooms as fun and
engaging as possible.
G is for Grades
G
G is for Grading
H is for Homework
H Homework- Any work that is not finished in class is
considered homework. Homework is always due the following school day unless specified otherwise. During this class time students are reminded to ask for help if needed.
Reviewing homework with your child is a great way to stay informed about what they are learning.
Do not throw assignments away even if they have been graded and entered into the grade book. These benefit students in their other classes when preparing for a test or quiz.
I is for I.M. Talk and Individuality
I I.M. Talk- We understand that there is a
new technology language but that is not acceptable in school. We expect our students to use correct grammar when writing and speaking in all of their classes.
Individuality- All people are entitled to be who they want to be, so we ask that all students give their peers that opportunity. Students are reminded that making fun of or picking on others will not be allowed. We are all human beings and deserve to be treated with respect.
J is for Joint Journey
J Joint Journey- As educators we know
that a child’s success is more likely when
there is a team approach between
parent, student and teacher. When it
comes to communication we have an
open door policy. Please never hesitate
to call or email us if you have a
question or concern.
K is for Know How
K Know How- We want you to know exactly how
to contact us if needed. You can email or call
when you have a question, concern or need an
update. Please keep in mind that the only time I
am available for phone calls is during my 3rd
hr. prep, otherwise I am teaching students.
Ms. Hunter-723-3811 dhunter@cvs.k12.mi.us
L is for Late Work
L Late Work- Students are permitted to turn
in late work ONLY if it is submitted to the
teacher one day late. This means that if
an assignment is due Thursday a student
can submit it to the teacher the next day,
Friday. All late assignments will earn
half credit.
M is for Make-up Work
M It is the student’s responsibility to determine
what work they missed during their absence from school. I will keep a work log that you can refer to. Handouts will be in a designated area. If the log is not complete or if worksheets are not in the designated area, the student is responsible to find out what they missed! Students should also find out what was checked when they were out. One day is added to the due date for each day that they are absent. If you know ahead of time that you will be absent, please inform me so that I can send work home with you if possible.
N is for No Name Papers
N No Name Papers- Any papers that I
receive that are nameless will be
placed in the No Name Tray. These
assignments will be given a 0% unless it
is turned in the following day with a
late pass.
O is for Opportunity
O Opportunity- Our 7th graders are given
endless opportunities to do well. We as
teachers are always willing to help our
students but we also expect them to
help themselves. Students can do this
by paying attention, being prepared,
asking questions and studying.
P is Parent Portal
P Parent Portal- Parent portal is a great
way to monitor your child’s progress so
there are no surprises! Please check it
often. If you have questions about a
grade, begin by asking your child.
Q is for Questions
Q Questions- Great learning happens
when students feel comfortable to ask
questions. We encourage our students
and tell them that it is their job to ask
questions and our job as teachers to
answer them. Students should never
hesitate to ask an appropriate question.
R is for Respect and Responsibility
R Respect- We expect our students to treat
their teachers and peers with respect. We promote a bully free zone and will not tolerate such behavior. If you catch wind of something that we do not, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Responsibility- Middle school is a great time for students to take responsibility for their actions. There will be a consequence for all behaviors that are deemed inappropriate.
S is for Study
S Study- Students are encouraged to
study each night and not to wait until
the night before a test or project due
date.
T is for Tests and Talking
T Tests- Students will be notified before a
test. This means that that they should be
proactive and study a little bit each
night before the test.
Talking- Talking during tests is not
permitted. If a student is talking during
a test we feel it is safe to assume they
are cheating.
U is for Understanding
U Understanding- We consider ourselves
to be very understanding. We hope the
same is true of our students and their
parents. We hope that you will help us
encourage your child to be more
responsible this year and make the best
of it.
V is for Vocabulary
V Vocabulary- All year we will focus on
increasing our vocabulary. We
encourage students to look for better
words when writing and speaking so
they can broaden their vocabulary.
W is for Writing and Web Site
W Writing- A goal for all seventh graders
is to become better writers. Whenever
students write for use we ask that they
follow directions, use proper conventions
and double check for errors.
Web Site- Please check web site often.
It contains the agenda, school calendar,
helpful links, and useful documents.
X is for X-tra Copies
X X-tra Copies- We usually run some
copies of each assignment. If a student
loses a copy of an assignment they can
check the Extra Copies Bin. If those
copies run out we will not make any
extra copies. Students are reminded to
be responsible and keep their work in a
safe spot.
Y is for Why We Do What We Do
Y Why Do We Do What We Do?-
Curriculum in Chippewa Valley Schools
is aligned with the state’s Grade Level
Content Expectations. We follow the
state and district’s guidelines to ensure
that your child’s learning is on target
with other seventh graders around the
state.
Z is for Zero
Z Zero- Students who turn in an
assignment that shows no effort will be
given a zero. Also, if an assignment is
more than one day late it will receive
no credit.
ELA Assessment TimelineQuarter 1 Quarter 2 Quarter 3 Quarter 4
- Reading
Comp.
Pretest
- M.A.P
testing
- Narrative
reading
and writing
- Narrative
reading
- Informational
reading and
writing
- M.A.P. testing
- Informational
reading and
writing
- Argumentative
reading and
writing
- M.A.P. Test
- MEAP Test
- RC Post-
test
- Narrative
reading
- Argumen-
tative
writing
Units and novels: So Far From the Bamboo Grove, Christmas Carol,
Titanic, Glory Road
Additional practice: D.O.L. (Daily Oral Language) , F.W. (Fluent
Writing) & W.S. (Word Study)
Middle School Writing Expectations
Remember to capitalize the first word in every sentence, all proper
nouns and quotations.
Use the appropriate punctuation at the end of sentences.(period,
question mark, or exclamation point)
When writing, use complete sentences that restate the question/prompt.
Always avoid beginning a sentence with a personal pronoun or BABS.
(BABS= but, and, because, so)
Formal style should be used when writing, unless otherwise noted.
Formal style is writing that is free of slang, abbreviations, symbols, email
shortcut language, contractions, and the use of personal pronouns. The
writing must be appropriate to the task at hand.
Correctly spell widely used words and provided content specific words.
Reread what you have written.
What will my child learn in ELA?
Students will be challenged to use reading, writing, speaking, listening, and viewing as vehicles of communication.
Students will practice and master grammar including the parts of speech, subject/verb agreement, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.
Students will practice the writing process in various voices.
What will my child learn in ELA?
Students will focus on improving spelling, grammar,
and vocabulary skills.
Communication strategies will be used to help
students speak confidently, listen, and interact
appropriately.
Students will read, interpret, and appreciate
various genres.
Students will practice grade level vocabulary and
be expected to utilize it in their writing.
What will my child learn in Drama?
Class goal: This class was designed to give students an introduction to basic elements of drama while exploring dramatic literature.
This class also gives students an opportunity to sharpen some of the essential skills needed to be a actor and communicator.
What will my child learn in Drama?
Most of the assignments given will be completed in class. Many of the activities that we will complete require student participation and a positive effort. Your child does not need to be a great actor to do well in class! Activities will include: Reader’s theatre, skits, short plays, etc.
Reading journals are a requirement.