1. Open House 2013-2014 8 Green

2. THE TEACHERS ELA- Mrs. Maura Bruno Social Studies- Mr. Michael Bollinger Science- Ms. Elizabeth Filocamo Math- Mr. Kristian Ruggiero French – Mr. Cousins Spanish – Mrs. Lapp-Hastings Consultant Teacher- Mrs. Tina Oddy Teacher Aide – Mrs. Bonnie Rampado

3. Social Studies 8 Curriculum  US/NYS history from Civil War to present.  Despite the State’s decision to drop the NYS Assessment, students will continue to focus on the skills that have traditionally been deemed important.  This will include analyzing historical documents and writing document based essays (DBQ’s).  Reading and Writing

4. ELA 8 Curriculum  Exploration of Literature & Literary Elements  Literary Analysis  Expository Writing  Poetry  Vocabulary  NYS Assessment Preparation

5. Math 8 Curriculum  Algebra - High School Credit  Preparing for the NYS Math Assessment and the NYS Regents Integrated Algebra Curriculum  Pre-Algebra  Preparing for the NYS Math Assessment  Pre-Algebra  Preparing for the NYS Math Assessment

6. Science Curriculums  Class objective and homework is always on the assignment board for students to write down in their composition notebook and agenda.  We will be preparing for a two part NYS Science Assessment throughout the year. Science 8  Topics covered: Physical Science (Chemistry, Electricity, Magnetism), Astronomy (Stars, Solar Systems, Galaxies), and Earth Science (Weather, Plate Tectonics, Rocks & Minerals) NYS Regents Living Environment  Topics covered: Living Organisms, Homeostasis in Organisms, Genetic Continuity, Reproduction & Development, Evolution, Ecology, Human Impact on Ecosystems, Scientific Inquiry & Skills, Laboratory Skills  Students must successfully complete all lab assignments to sit for the NYS Living Environment Regents Exam in June

7. Keys to Success  HOMEWORK!!!  Staying Organized  Preparation  Seeking Extra Help

8. State Assessments  ELA – April 1 st – 4 th  Math – April 30 th – May 2 nd  Science - Performance: May 21 st – 23 rd Written: June 3 rd – 5 th  Social Studies - None

9. Website: www.lew-port.com 8 Green

10. MISCELLANEOUS Information AIS Online Grades Behavior Rules Parent Conferences

11. The Importance of Communication