1. August 2016
Mrs. Burchette

2. Homework and Important Dates:
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
You are expected to record the homework and important dates in your agenda upon entering class.
Homework and Important Dates:
Homework for Parents– due Monday, August 15, 2016
Warm-Up:
Continue working on the “Student Interest Inventory” you received yesterday.
Remember– If you have me for both English Language Arts and Reading, you are only required to complete one questionnaire. 
Once you have updated your agenda, you should follow the instructions in the warm-up section.

3. Tuesday, August 2, 2016 LOCATION CHANGE FOR WEDNESDAY
We will meet in PC Lab #3 (past the gym; formerly known as the mini-lab)
AC ELA– Membean and Newsela Introduction
AC Reading– RI Assessment and Newsela Introduction
Academic Habits– RI Assessment and Newsela Introduction

4. Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Homework for Parents It is so important to me that we work together as a team and know each other well! In order to start that off, I have a homework assignment for YOU!  In 1,000 words or less, write a letter that introduces your child to me. I get to know the “student” side of your child, but I know that there is much more to him/her. Please know that I am only reading it for content – I am not concerned with grammar or spelling, and it can be in any language! This assignment can be turned in as soon as it’s finished, but is due on Friday, August 14, Letters may be sent in with your student or ed to the teacher. Even though there is a “due date,” I will accept these letters at any time during the year! Due: Monday, August 15th, 2016

5. Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Supply List 3 Subject Spiral Notebook (College Ruled) Colored Pencils 1 pack of college ruled notebook paper USB Flash Drive Earphones/Earbuds Novels Office 365 Access* *optional but strongly recommended

6. Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Learning Target: I will identify learn about my teacher and classmates. Today’s Agenda: We Are Family! Reader/Writer Survey

7. Tuesday, August 2, 2016 We are Family!
Now that we’ve looked a bit at ourselves, let’s take some time to see how we are all alike as well as what makes us each unique and individual.
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
We are Family!
All families are made up of individuals. While they have their similarities, they are all different as well. It’s these differences that make families work. If everyone were the same, life would be boring. Families are also a huge part of who we are. Our family values and traditions shape our paths in life.
As you listen to the lyrics of the next song, write the following on the notecards provided. Each notecard should only have one thing written on it.
3-5 things that identify you as an individual
3-5 family traditions/values/ideals that have shaped who you are.
Song:
We are Family (Sister Sledge)
The House that Built Me (Miranda Lambert)
I’ll Be There (Jackson 5)
Fold up your notecards and place them in the basket as it comes around the room.
As I read each slip out loud, please stand up if the various statements apply to you. This will help us identify our similarities and differences.

8. Tuesday, August 8, 2016 Reader/Writer Survey
Complete the reader/writer survey to help me understand your reading/writing habits. I will be the only people who read your letter, so feel free to be personal. WE WILL NOT SHARE THESE IN CLASS.

9. Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Closing Write your name on one of the notecards at your table. On one side of your card, write 1-2 sentences telling me what you learned about someone else during today’s class. On the other side of your card, write 1 or 2 questions you have about your teacher. Turn your notecard in as you leave the classroom.