1. 2015-2016 Curriculum Night

2. » Teacher Introductions ˃Science ˃Social Studies ˃English/Language Arts ˃Math » School Expectations ˃Behavior/incentives ˃Tardy Policy ˃Phone policy » Grade Level Events ˃Washington D.C. ˃Awards and 8 th grade dance

3. Our Nation’s Capitol

4. 3 day/2 night trip to Washington, D.C.

5. Depart: Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Return: Friday, April 15, 2016

6. Modern motor coach transportation 2 night hotel stay with security Tour guide for all buses Admissions to attractions Meals Souvenirs are NOT included

7. $320

8. Pay In Full $320 $80 nonrefundable deposit due September 30 Remainder can be paid in full by Feb. 3, 2016

9. We have created the following payment schedule: September 30, 2015$80 non-refundable deposit November 4, 2015$80 December 2, 2015$80 February 3, 2016 $80

10. Attendance on this trip is based upon students conducting themselves appropriately throughout the school year. Any Out of School Suspensions will automatically disqualify your child from participation. Students exhibiting problematic behaviors will be addressed on an individual basis by teachers and an administrator. Problematic behaviors are those that cause the student to have a “Classroom Management Referral Form” written, ISS on more than one occasion, as well as poor school attendance. (Problematic behaviors are not limited to those mentioned.)

11. Students who are disqualified or unable to go will lose all or part of the money for the trip as the cost is based upon number of students going. All students disqualified or unable to attend after September 30 and before February 2, 2016 will forfeit the initial deposit. Students disqualified or unable to go after February 2, 2015 will forfeit all money paid to that point. Students not going on the trip will attend school as usual.

12. Please consider donating to help make a child’s dreams come true Donations in any amount are welcome Any person who would like to make a tax-deductible donation to help scholarship students, please contact Erica Matthews at erica.matthews@cabarrus.k12.nc.us

15. Jefferson Memorial

16. White House

21. Vietnam Wall

25. 1 st Quarter (Oct 23) 40% 2 nd Quarter (Jan 15) 40% January 14- 15 Exams 20% 3rd Quarter (March 24) 50% 4th Quarter (June 8) 50% First Semester = 50% Second Semester = 50% FINAL GRADE FOR THE YEAR

26. 2015-2016 Progress and Report Card Dates: Sept. 23, 2015 1 st. Q. progress report Oct. 23, 2015 1 st Q. report card Dec. 2, 2015 2 nd Q. progress report Jan. 15, 2016 2 nd Q. report card Feb. 23, 2016 3 rd Q. progress report Mar. 24, 2016 3 rd Q. report card May 5, 2016 4 th Q. progress report June 8, 2016 4 th Q. report card mailed after this date

29. Questions? Please contact: Amy Hand 704.262.4023 amy.hand@cabarrus.k12.nc.us

30. 90-100 = A 80-89 = B 70-79 = C 60-69 = D 59 and below = F

32. Personalized Education Plan (P.E.P) It is our goal in the 8 th grade to assist your child in order to be successful on the 8 th grade E.O.Gs and final exams in May. Your child may have a PEP if: He or she failed two or more classes last year OR If they scored a “1” on the Math or Reading End of Grade Tests

33. Please contact Mia England if you have any EC related questions.