1. We can learn a lot from crayons: Some are sharp, Some are pretty, Some are dull, Some have weird names, All are different colors, But they have to live in the same box. 7 th Grade RELA Ms. Wilson

2. 6/9/2016 2 Check out our Website! KMS http://www.humbleisd.net/kms/site/default. asphttp://www.humbleisd.net/kms/site/default. asp Go to teacher pages – Laurie Wilson (laurie.wilson@humble.k12.tx.us) 281-641-4273 Conference: Period 2 –M, T, W, F – 9:26-10:26 –Th – 10:59-11:39

3. 6/9/2016 3 Grading Summative Assessments – 60% Tests/Projects/Essays Formative Assessments – 40% Daily Work/Warm-Ups/In class assignments Quick Write/SSR/Journal Responses KNOWSYS weekly assessments (.2) Homework (.5 in gradebook)

4. 6/9/2016 4 What vocabulary instruction will be given to my child? KNOWSYS Vocabulary: The students will use the flashcards or app everyday at home and/or at school for practice. One group of words a week ranging from 8-12 words. In class, students will participate in activities and take quizzes each Friday over the assigned group of words. It is recommended that they purchase these flashcards and/or app; if they do not, they will be provided with a handout each week. TO ORDER: 1. Go to Amazon.com 2. Search for “Knowsys Educational Services” 3. Select the Knowsys products you want

5. 6/9/2016 5 What will my child be reading? *A Christmas Carol (assign book in class) *The Pigman, Paul Zindel (assign book in class) * DAILY READING BOOK (LIBRARY/HOME BOOK) Various short stories, poetry, expository/explanatory text, essays, comic / cartoon, drama

6. 6/9/2016 6 What was my child to read for summer reading? Preparation for performance indicator assessment will be worked on Sept. 14-15, 2015. DUE – September 15, 2015 in class for on time scoring.

7. 6/9/2016 7 What if my child needs help? TUTORING SCHEDULE Tuesday morning 7:45-8:15AM Tuesday afternoon 4:00-4:30PM Get help with concepts/ assignments Correct tests Complete make-up work

8. 6/9/2016 8 What should my child bring to class everyday? Binder Planner Homework Folder Pens / Pencils / supply bag Book to read

9. 6/9/2016 9 What will my child be reading outside of RELA? Reading is RELEVANT and the more we read the better we apply, connect, and write our thoughts. The 7 th graders will read a text on a continual basis that will assign specific outcomes every week of each 9 weeks period. The first text will be assigned to model organization and there will be choice allowed after. This is directly tied to our supplies & content.

10. 6/9/2016 10 What will my child be writing in RELA? “Writing is Thinking. To write well is to think clearly. That’s why it is so hard. -- David McCullough 7 th grade writing: -- personal narrative multi-paragraph essays -- expository essays multi-paragraph essays -- short answer responses connected with reading -- frequent Quick Writes

11. 6/9/2016 11 Will my child have homework? Yes! Your child should be reading at home. Occasionally there will be additional homework.

12. 6/9/2016 12 What if my child turns in an assignment late? Formative and Summative Late Work Policy: 1st day late – 20 pts lost 2nd day late – 40 pts lost 3rd day late – 60 pts lost **Parents will be informed via email/phone if any late work occurs**

13. 6/9/2016 13 What if my child is absent? Upon any absence, please be SURE the child returns with a note for the Attendance Officer. After the third day, parents can request make-up work through the office. If you do not want to wait for three days, you may check the website or email me if you have any questions.

14. 6/9/2016 14 How can parents find out what a student’s average is? Parents may view grades on-line using a link from the district’s website. A progress report is issued every three weeks of each nine weeks grading period.

15. 6/9/2016 15 How can parents find out what a student’s average is? (continued) If a student’s average is 75 or below, your child will receive a detailed progress report that shows each assignment and grade. These progress reports must be signed by a parent and returned to the teacher. Parents may also email or call me if they would like an update on their child’s progress.

16. 6/9/2016 16 What are the Behavioral Expectations for the Classroom? R espectful O n Time and Prepared A lways Safe R esponsible

17. 6/9/2016 17 Important Upcoming Dates: September 7, 2015 -- LABOR DAY HOLIDAY September 16, 2015 – PROGRESS REPORTS September 25, 2015 – PICTURE DAY September 29, 2015 – PEP RALLY #1 October 20, 2015 -- PEP RALLY #2 FALL FESTIVAL – OCTOBER 23