Curriculum Night August 3, /8 A Harvard Hailstorm Santan Junior High

Curriculum Night Schedule 5:30-6:00 7 th Grade Parents (Gifted) 6:05-6:20 Day 1 Elective Class 6:25-6:40Day 2 Elective Class 6:45-7:15 8 th Grade Parents (Gifted) 7:20-7:35Day 1 Electives 7:40-7:55Day 2 Electives

Gifted Math Sequence Grade 7:Algebra Grade 8: Algebra GeometryGeometry/Algebra 2

Algebra Curriculum Semester One Data Analysis/Statistics Linear Equations solving solving graphing graphing writing writing Linear Inequalities Systems of Equations Semester Two Exponential Functions Polynomial Equations Factoring Quadratic Functions Radical Functions

Geometry Curriculum Semester One Building Vocabulary Area Reasoning and Proofs Parallel/Perpendicular lines TransformationsTriangles Semester Two Quadrilaterals Other Polygons Similarity Right triangles/trigonometry Circles Surface Area/Volume Probability

Algebra 2 Curriculum Semester One Linear Functions Quadratic Functions Polynomial Functions Rational Functions Radical Functions Exponential/Logarithmic Functions Semester Two Rational Functions Sequences and Series Trigonometric Functions Probability Data Analysis/Statistics

English Language Arts: Reading Literature and Informational Text Key Ideas and Details Key Ideas and Details citing evidence/drawing inferences, elements of plot, literary elements, theme/central idea, summarizing, connections to additional texts citing evidence/drawing inferences, elements of plot, literary elements, theme/central idea, summarizing, connections to additional texts Craft and Structure Craft and Structure use of words and phrases, figurative language, tone, structure and organization, points of view, purpose use of words and phrases, figurative language, tone, structure and organization, points of view, purpose Integration of Knowledge and Ideas Integration of Knowledge and Ideas media comparison, contextualized fiction, evaluation of arguments, irrelevant/conflicting evidence media comparison, contextualized fiction, evaluation of arguments, irrelevant/conflicting evidenceWriting Argument Argument Informative/Explanatory Informative/Explanatory Narrative Narrative Research to Build and Present Knowledge Research to Build and Present Knowledge Production and Distribution of Writing (editing, MLA citation, publishing) Production and Distribution of Writing (editing, MLA citation, publishing)Language Conventions of standard English Conventions of standard English Knowledge of Language Knowledge of Language Vocabulary Acquisition and Use Vocabulary Acquisition and Use Speaking and Listening (“Accountable Talk”) Comprehension and Collaboration Comprehension and Collaboration Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

7 th Grade Language Arts Literature Selections First Quarter: The Outsiders by S.E Hinton Second Quarter: Roll Of Thunder Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor Third Quarter: Summer of My German Soldier by Bette Green Fourth Quarter: The Year of the Impossible Goodbyes by Sook Nyui Choi *Books selections and assigned quarters are subject to change, based on availability and grade level requirements

7 th Grade Science Quarter One Geology - Structure of the Earth Rock cycle, erosion, deposition, rock cycle Boundaries & landforms Earthquakes, volcanism, & plate tectonics *Science Fair Begins in classroom Quarter Three Ecology – Changes in the environment Food Webs Interaction of organisms (predation, symbiosis, etc.) Quarter Two Solar System Phases of the moon ConstellationsEclipses *Science Fair will be due in December, just before break. Quarter Four Health-Environment Health-Peer pressure, decision making, health issues Health & cultures Health & communication Throughout the school year, we will be using the Scientific Method, Engineering and Design Method within inquiry based learning. We will also focus on the history and nature of science, including famous scientists, careers, and technology & society.

7th Grade Social Studies American History Civil War and Reconstruction IndustrializationImmigration World War I Great Depression Geography Environment/natural disasters Features and conditions that affect history Mapping, graphing, patterns in current events Regions of the world Implications of migration Government Bill of Rights Impact of court cases and amendments Checks and balances World government comparison Roles of citizenship Election process Economics Personal finance FoundationsMacroeconomicsMicroeconomics

Communication Checking Grades Online Infinite Campus portal is available via our SJHS webpage and can be added as an app for your phone. Students ID#s and a student- created passcode will begin the process. WEBSITE Visit Santan’s website online to access information and individual teacher’s webpages & calendar of important events. Check agendas and/or Infinite Campus for daily assignments and test dates! AGENDA Every student has an agenda that has both the school rules and daily calendars Each teacher writes classwork and homework on the board to be copied to the student’s agenda Parent signatures are required on agendas every Thursday night along with a grade check using Infinite Campus.

Grading Policy In our school community, our focus is on student learning and achievement. At Santan Junior High School, A student's grade should communicate academic achievement: what the student knows and is able to do as measured against the learning standards of the course. Assignments must be completed to accurately assess what a student knows and is able to do so that appropriate feedback can be given to every student. Scores will be penalized for late work, at teacher discretion. SJHS Grading Scale: A: 100% - 90% B: 89% - 80% C: 79% - 70% D: 69% - 60% F: Below 60%

Zap the Zeros Santan Junior High has a “Zeroes Aren’t Productive” (ZAP)” policy. Assignments are given due dates so that teachers can provide feedback in a timely manner and learning will progress. Students are expected to meet deadlines and to contact the teacher when possible in advance to discuss any issues with due dates. In general, however, students who fail to complete assignments on due dates will: Communicate with the teacher regarding their situation and needs for the missing work. Be expected to complete the assignment, Receive an "M" (for Missing) in the Infinite Campus grade book. This means that it will be averaged as a "0" until the assignment is submitted (IC notifications will be sent reminding parents and students of the missing assignment), May receive a reduced grade for the completed work received late. End of the semester incentive will be given for quality academic achievement and behavior.

Make-up Work Students are responsible for obtaining make up work and instructions before or after school. Students are responsible for obtaining make up work and instructions before or after school. Alternative assignments may need to be given for longer absences. Please advise us if you plan a trip. Alternative assignments may need to be given for longer absences. Please advise us if you plan a trip. The same number of days are given to complete the make up work. Student should see teacher. The same number of days are given to complete the make up work. Student should see teacher. TUTORING begins Monday, Wed, and Math tutoring daily at 8:45. TUTORING begins Monday, Wed, and Math tutoring daily at 8:45.

7/8A Team Shirt Coming Soon!! T-shirt graphic designs due this Friday The student who submits the winning design will get a free shirt!

Classroom Contributions Classroom Contributions Thank you for the supplies that you have sent in and please remember that tax credit donations are always appreciated! Kleenex is the number one need!! tax credit donations are always appreciated! Kleenex is the number one need!! We may out if we are in need of items.

Thank you for being a part of curriculum night at Santan! Questions?