1. The vision of the Seventh Grade White Team is to provide a rigorous academic program in a safe and caring environment. This will prepare students to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens. Welcome to The WHITE Team

2. Mr. Torrens Room 284

3. Mrs. Bolger Room 294

4. Mrs. Loughnane Room 295

5. Mrs. Leo Room 292

6. Mrs. Sheplock Room 290

7. Mr. Hautzinger Room 260

8. Mrs. Rodriguez Room 245

9. Miss Freeth Room 245

10. Supplies Needed Pencils with erasers Blue and Black pens Highlighters Notebook paper (1) 3-inch binder –7 dividers and 7 pocket folders Free Reading Book Box of Tissues Hand Sanitizers Post-it Notes 1 Marble Composition Book 2 Single subject spiral bound notebook White Board markers (low-odor) –For Math Class Use Gym Uniform

11. Important Dates September 1st – 1 st Day September 4 th, 7 th, 14 th, 23 rd no school September 16 th – Picture Day September 24 th – Open House October 6 th – Mid-marking Period

12. Team Policies All electronic equipment must be in your locker and turned off No gum Pass Procedures: Issued colored building pass Students must have a teacher issued blue pass to see any teacher other than a team teacher Both passes and log books must have a time out and time in White team passes are available to see team teachers

13. Team Policies (cont.) Students in sports/music programs must maintain grades to participate in activity You are responsible for acquiring and making up any missed work due to absences (check team website) Locker visits only before homeroom, before and after lunch, and before 8 th period See teacher in morning homeroom to be excused for music lessons and gifted seminar to receive missed work

14. 8 th Period Silent Study Hall Complete homework Free read Make up missed work Seek assistance from teachers B and F days are club days D days are One Book One School

15. 7 th Grade Expectations Highly Qualified Subject Area Teachers Higher expectations means: 1.Ready to Learn 2.More homework in multiple subjects 3.More independence 4.More responsibility 5.More tests and projects

16. Parent Homework Million Words or Less letter completed by parents due to homeroom teacher by Friday 9/11 Access Team Homework link from the White Team Website http://www.methacton.org/Domain/1

17. Let’s have a great year!

18. Advice From The Alumni Participate in class and activities Check parent portal often Check Team Website Pay attention Study frequently-don’t wait until the last minute Smile Ask questions Best effort

19. More Advice… Don’t procrastinate Don’t pick unreliable partners Don’t skip homework Don’t be afraid to ask for help

20. Quiz Questions 1. Which teacher recently got married? 2. Which teacher has a daughter named Delaney? 3. How many children does Mrs. Sheplock have? 4. Which teacher heavily favors candy and sodas? 5. Which teacher has never given a detention? 6. Where did Mrs. Rodriguez attend college? 7. What is the name of Mrs. Rodriguez’s assistant? 8. How many daughters does Mrs. Bolger have?

21. 9. Which teachers worked at the high school? 10. Where do Mr. Hautzinger’s children go to school? 11. Which teacher grew up in Brooklyn? 12. Where did Mrs. Bolger and Miss Freeth go to high school? 13. Which two teachers went zip lining this summer? 14. What was Mrs. Sheplock’s kids favorite activity this summer?

22. 15. Where did Mrs. Loughnane go on vacation this summer? 16. Which teacher likes to bake and watch football? 17. Which teacher likes to bake and watch hockey? 18. Which teacher’s kids play soccer? 19. Where did Mr. Hautzinger go on vacation this summer? 20. What does Mr. Torrens coach at Arcola? *EXTRA CREDIT* Who is the meanest teacher on the White team?

23. Directions for Personal Essay 5 paragraphs to include: –Interests/hobbies/favorites –Summer vacation/activities –School likes and dislikes –Goals for 7 th grade –List 3 interesting facts