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Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021
Hi Parents,
During conferences last trimester a few of you were interested in book recommendations for your child(ren) to read outside of school. I have finally gotten around to composing a list of novels I think are diverse in themes & will interest my students outside of my ELA classroom. I am posting that list here. All things considered, this is a small list- it includes some classics from when I was in middle school, and some more modern releases. There is so much content out there, so I would encourage you to also peruse what is available to the kids. If you have any questions about specific titles, or have concerns about mature themes, please feel free to ask.
It's important for the students (especially those in 5th & 6th grade) to get into the habit of reading outside of school to boost comprehension & vocabulary. As you know, OLGC offers an honors track for ELA, and it is rigorous in its content. Fostering my students' imaginations & abilities to grasp complex concepts is my goal here, so hopefully we can create an environment where they'd rather pick up a book than a video game controller!
Happy reading! :)
Miss K
Novels to read in Middle School
Recommendations from Ms K
Counting by 7s by Holly Goldberg Sloan
Wonder by R.J. Palacio
The Wednesday Wars by Gary Schmidt
Paperboy by Vince Vawter
Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech
The Crossover (series) by Kwame Alexander
Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli
Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson
The Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling
Holes by Louis Sachar
The Chronicles of Narnia Series by C.S. Lewis
Matilda by Ronald Dahl
A Wrinkle in Time (series) by Madeleine L’Engle
Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Brawls
A Series of Unfortunate Events (series) by Lemony Snicket
The BFG by Ronald Dahl
The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman
Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine
A Time for Andrew by Mary Downing Hahn
The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster
Fever 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson
Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo
Shiloh by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo
Wait Till Helen Comes by Mary Downing Hahn
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne
The Giver by Lois Lowry
Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021
Hello Parents,
Please see info below from ABW regarding the 7th grade practice exam:
Good morning Everyone,
Happy Wednesday!
Below please review some updated information regarding our 7th Grade Practice Exam. The registration link is provided. We kindly ask that you share this information with your 7th Grade students (you may also direct them to our website www.archwood.org).
As we are not able to host Shadow Days due to COVID-19 restrictions, please also share with your students the opportunity for "Parents and Students Get To Know Wood Virtual Program". Information to share below.
Please let us know if you have any questions. Have a great day!!
7th Grade Practice Test
Saturday, March 27th 9:00am - 12:00pm
Calling all current 7th graders ! … Please join us for our Annual 7th Grade Practice Test. We will host the test in person at school. There is no virtual option being offered. We will follow COVID restrictions including masks to be worn while taking the test and social distancing being observed by a proctor. Scholarship opportunities available for only the 2022-2023 school year, if you attend Archbishop Wood.
Please use the link below to register. The cost for the test is $50 (non-refundable)
DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY, MARCH 24TH TO REGISTER
Student Website: hsptreg.stsusers.com
Our School’s Access Code: ZC
"Parents and Students Get to Know Wood" Virtual Program
Please consider joining us for one of these informative discussions via zoom on all facets of life at Archbishop Wood High School. Learn about academics, activities, student life, the admission process, the financial aid process and more! Please RSVP to Mrs. Melissa Nolan, Director of Admissions, at mnolan@archwood.org or call 215-672-5050 x268 - be sure to list which date you are interested in attending. A link will be sent to you to join the program.
Thursday, February 18th 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Tuesday, March 16th 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Wednesday, April 14th 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Since we are not able to offer tours or presentations in the school, We can offer 1:1 Zoom presentations - a great opportunity to gather information in a private setting, please contact Melissa Nolan at mnolan@archwood.org to schedule your call.
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Thanks so much,
Mrs. Melissa Nolan, Director of Admissions (mnolan@archwood.org)
Mrs. Mary Beth Bates, Admissions Assistant (mbates@archwood.org)
A Catholic education provides top quality academic opportunities, and faith-based experiences for all.
"A Tradition of Excellence for the Leaders of Tomorrow."
Monday, Jan. 25, 2021
Hi Parents & Students,
In the event of a snow day, OLGC will go to the virtual platform. Students will be required to join Google Meetings in their respective Google Classrooms (links will be generated for each individual class). Please see the schedule below.
Grades 5-8 Snow Day Schedule
Period 1: 8:30-9
Period 2: 9-9:30
Period 3: 9:30-10
Break: 10-10:15
Period 4: 10:15-10:45
Period 5: 10:45-11:15
Period 6: 11:15-11:45
Students who are not present during the Google Meets will be marked absent for the day. Students will be prepared with proper books and assignments if a snow day is anticipated.
Thank you!
Miss K
Friday, Jan. 22, 2021
Hi Parents,
Please read the following information from ABW regarding the 7th grade practice exam. Thanks!
Miss K
Good afternoon All,
Happy 2021! Hope you and your students are remaining well and safe during these unprecedented times.
We are writing today with a "Save the Date" for our 7th Grade Practice Exam and ask that you share the information below with your students.
What: 7th Grade Practice Exam
When: Saturday, March 27th, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Where: Archbishop Wood High School (on campus; no virtual option for this test)
Who: All current 7th Grade Students
The registration for this exam will be available online. We will post this information to our website and send a copy out to you all once available.
Please know that we here at Archbishop Wood continue to practice COVID-19 safety guidelines. The following regulations will apply for this exam:
-Students will be required to wear a mask during their entire stay in the building
-Only test takers and proctors are allowed in the building. Drop off and pick up will remain outdoors.
-Students will be spaced out 6 feet apart in the test taking rooms
-Students must complete a online COVID Health Check before entering the building
We look forward to welcoming your students to our campus this Spring! Should you have any questions, or this email should be sent to someone else at your school, please let us know.
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Thanks so much,
Mrs. Melissa Nolan, Director of Admissions (mnolan@archwood.org)
Mrs. Mary Beth Bates, Admissions Assistant (mbates@archwood.org)
A Catholic education provides top quality academic opportunities, and faith-based experiences for all.
"A Tradition of Excellence for the Leaders of Tomorrow."
Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020
Hi Parents!
Welcome to the Advent season- we made it! With only a few weeks left before Christmas break, the teachers have decided to proceed with Advent Angels for their homeroom classes. In previous years students have selected a secret "angel" to give little gifts to over the last couple weeks of school. To keep it Covid-friendly, I am asking that we skip the little gifts, and just spring for a $10-15 (no more than $20 please!) gift to be exchanged with their secret angels on Friday 12/18. I have asked that the students write their secret angels notes of kindness in lieu of little gifts until then. The secret Advent Angels were selected from a hat yesterday.
Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks!
Miss K
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020
Hi Parents!
Welcome to the Thanksgiving season! To honor the spirit of giving, NJHS is running the Turkey Feather Sale again this year. The feathers cost $1 and will go towards purchasing the classroom turkey for the homeroom Thanksgiving baskets. These baskets will then be donated to the Jesus Focus Ministries for families in need on Thanksgiving. Please click on the link below to sign up.
Thank you for your support this season!
Miss K
Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020
Hi Parents!
The conference schedule is now open to you to reserve times to speak with your child(ren)'s teachers beginning next Monday, October 26. Please note: these are PHONE conferences. Please leave a note on the conference time you schedule with your preferred contact number. If you've already scheduled, please edit your appointment to include your phone number. If you are unable to do that, I will be sending emails requesting phone numbers by Friday (10/16).
Progress reports will be coming home on Friday (10/16). Please be sure to look these over in order to bring any questions or concerns up during our conference call. Please keep in mind, these phone conferences will be brief to allow for multiple calls a day, so it would benefit us both if you come prepared with specific questions or concerns!
Thank you, & I look forward to speaking with you next week.
Miss K
Friday, Sept. 18, 2020
Hi Parents!
We made it through our first FULL WEEK! Student Council applications for the 2020-21 school year are coming home with your child(ren) today. For 7th grade, the elected positions are Vice President and Class Representative . If your child is interested in running (and I encourage them all to!), please make sure they complete the form and return it to school on Monday, 9/21.
Thanks!
Miss K
Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020
A message from Mount Saint Joseph Academy to current 6th-8th grade girls:
Mount Virtual Visit: (Grades 6-8)
Families are invited to join us for a Virtual Visit via Zoom to learn more about the Mount, academics, student life, and extracurricular opportunities! The session will include an admissions presentation as well as a chance to hear from current students and faculty. Register for a Virtual Visit here. Additional dates will be added through the fall.
We look forward to working with your students as they determine the next step for their high school experience. If you have any questions, please do reach out.
Thank you and take care,
Kiera McCloy, Director of Enrollment Management
Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2020
A message from La Salle College High School to the 8th grade students & parents:
Good Afternoon,
We are hoping that your school opening has been a great success! At La Salle we are beginning our 5th week of classes and are so happy to see our students here on campus once again. Our Scholarship/Entrance Exam will be administered this Saturday, September 19th. We will be offering the test again on Saturday, September 26th. For students who are not available to take the test on either of these dates, we will work with them to schedule a mutually convenient date. We hope that your 8th grade boys are interested in La Salle and all we can offer them for their high school experience.
This Admissions Season has been by far our most unique due to covid-19 protocols and restrictions. In our effort to maintain a safe environment for our La Salle community and prospective families, we have replaced our Fall Open House with our newest YOUTUBE video called This Is La Salle. We premiered this video last Thursday evening at 7:00 PM. This Is La Salle link: https://www.lschs.org/admissions/this-is-lasalle
We look forward to helping your students in their search for the right high school for them. If you have any questions or if we can offer assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us. It would be an honor to help.
Thank you for your time and kind attention,
Patti Finlay, Admissions Officer
Monday, Aug. 31, 2020
Hi Parents!
Well, here we are- we're back! It has been a long & arduous six months, but I am hopeful that the worst is behind us. As we begin the 2020-21 school year (in person!), I understand that the journey ahead is unknown. However, I will do everything in my power to reach your children the best way an ELA teacher knows how- with words. This school year might look different, but OLGC's foundation remains the same- we are here to foster faith, fellowship, and family. We are here to educate our children so that their futures will be brighter than today.
I ask that you please be patient with us as we dive headfirst into learning during COVID. We are adjusting to this "new normal" just as you are. I realize it may be difficult more times than it is not, but we are moving forward.
I will be sending out a formal teacher letter some time this week regarding my classes. I'm happy to be back, and I hope you are too!
And I can finally say it again- Go Birds!
Miss K
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Hi Parents:
We made it! The end of virtual learning is here and with Thursday (5/28) being our students' last day of regular classes, I wanted to touch base regarding a few things.
Final grades will be posted by Thursday, 5/28 if not earlier
I will not be accepting late work/missing assignments after 5pm today
ELA Summer assignments will be going home with your child(ren)'s belongings
It has been a crazy 10 weeks, so I want to extend my thanks to you for adjusting to these extenuating circumstances right alongside us teachers. I know it has not been easy, but considering the situation, I think we have been mostly successful at continuing our students' educations.
I want to thank you all for your kindness, and for welcoming me into the OLGC community this year. Hopefully the darkest days are behind us, and September 2020 will bring the light we've been waiting for at the end of the tunnel.
To my 8th grade parents:
I know this is not what you had in mind for your child's last year at OLGC, and I'm sorry for that. I can only hope their freshman years will not be plagued with this same turmoil. I'm sorry for what you missed out on, and for the memories you had hoped to make during this time.
To my 8th grade students:
I am so sorry this is how middle school is ending for you. It is unfair, complicated, and heartbreaking. It is normal to feel uncertain- sad, angry, alone. But if you consider this time an opportunity, you could really challenge yourselves to reflect on who you are and who you want to be. Write it down! You've all come a long way since August, and I'm proud of every single one of you, for so many different things. You have been robbed of an experience, no one can argue with that. But we can only move forward, so I wish you all nothing but the best for next year, and your high school careers. These may not be the memories you wanted to make, but they are the ones we've made. You have challenged me in the best way, and I am a better teacher for having had the opportunity to teach you. Thank you.
To the OLGC class of 2020, congratulations! And good luck 😎
Miss K
Monday, May 4, 2020
Hello Parents:
With only 4 weeks (!!) left in the school year, I wanted to touch base regarding student performance in both my ELA and Religion classes. I know distance learning has been difficult and challenging for all of us, and I've sent plenty of personal emails to some of you regarding your individual child, but I wanted to draw your attention to a few things:
Option C is up to date with all current grades, including missing assignments
Every assignment posted to Google Classroom has a due date, and will alert me when work is submitted late
I have been incredibly lenient accepting late work, but now that we have been in a groove for over a month now with distance learning, I can no longer allow myself to give extensions or accept late work
Moving forward I expect my students to complete their work on time (I have spoken to each of my classes about this already). I will no longer be chasing students down for outstanding work. If you do not have access to Option C, please let me know. If your child is in danger of failing one of my classes due to missing work, I'd be happy to discuss what options they have moving forward for the remainder of the school year. Please email me with any questions you may have.
I hope you are staying safe and well!
Miss K
Monday, Apr. 13, 2020
Hello Parents:
Happy Easter Monday! I hope the last few days have been a much needed relaxing break. With the news that PA schools are keeping doors closed for the remainder of the school year, it is with a heavy heart that I am writing this. While this does not come as a shock at this point, we were still optimistic we'd get back in the classroom before June. Since we are not, I will continue to do my best to provide my students with virtual lessons as we embrace distance learning long-term.
In addition to lecture videos, I will be posting personal message videos to my classes throughout the week that I encourage you and your child(ren) to watch. It's a difficult and unprecedented time, and as an English teacher I'm full of words, so I'd like to share some of them with you. I will be addressing some of my thoughts concerning not returning to school before June, and hope you tune in.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out. The same goes for my students- if you need someone to talk to (about anything!), I am always available to listen.
Stay healthy and safe!
Miss K
Sunday, Mar. 29, 2020
A letter from Ms K
To my students and their parents:
As we make our way into week three of virtual learning, I wanted to reach out regarding a few things.
First: Parents, thank you for keeping open lines of communication, and for reaching out when you’ve had concerns regarding assignments, quizzes/tests, and the progress of your child(ren). We are hanging in there!
Second: Students, many of you are keeping up with the assignments I post each day, so if you are one of them, thank you. If you are not (and there are quite a few of you), let me remind you that virtual assignments are mandatory. While we are not in a structured classroom environment, this is not a vacation. We teachers are doing our best and working our hardest to provide you with material and assignments that will keep you engaged and learning until we meet again. It is expected that you make the same effort.
Third: Students, for those of you who haven’t completed assignments on time, completed them at all, or submitted tests/quizzes, I have been lenient these past two weeks. That ends now. I realize this is an unconventional situation we have found ourselves in, but now that we have adjusted (somewhat), it’s back to business. You know what my rules are- if it’s late, it’s a zero. **If you have any outstanding assignments/tests/quizzes from that last two weeks and do not wish to receive a zero, you may submit them late no later than Wednesday, April 1. After that, everything outstanding will be marked a zero.**
Parents, I hope that you can understand where I am coming from with this, and that I am trying to instill a sense of accountability/responsibility. I know some of you have reached out individually regarding this, so thank you for bringing your concerns to my attention. I understand this has been just as difficult a situation for you to navigate as it has been for me, and for my students. Please continue to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Fourth: Students, I have been disappointed with the work I have been receiving. While some of you have not slacked off, it’s clear that some of you are not putting in the effort I know you are capable of giving me. Your tests and quizzes at this point are open book- utilize that. I can see who has viewed the video lectures I post, and a lot of you have not/do not. I post these videos to make your lives easier, so make your lives easier! I expect the same quality on assignments as I do in class, and will grade them as such. I encourage you not to simply turn in assignments without devoting any time or energy into completing them well just to turn them in. I can see effort clear as day, and right now it’s pretty dark. It is imperative that you attend to your lessons while we are away from school because eventually we will be back, and if your grades fall behind it will be a difficult thing to fix. I am doing my best to be gracious and understanding, so please know that I am always available to listen if you are struggling with anything- school-related or otherwise.
Parents: While I encourage student accountability, it may be advisable to confirm your child(ren) are completing their work each day. I realize you are busy, so if you do not think this is necessary then by all means don’t make more work yourself! I just do not want there to be any surprises for you regarding grades.
That is everything I wanted to discuss at this time. Please feel free to reach out to me with questions/concerns. Option C is updated, and almost every assignment has been returned on Google Classroom. Students, you have access to what assignments I am missing from you, so there should be no confusion.
Moving forward I am hopeful that we will take this uncertain time and turn it into an opportunity to learn in a way we never anticipated having to do. I am here for you.
Parents, last thing- I encourage you to share this letter with your child(ren) in case they do not read it of their own volition.
Thank you for bearing with me- I know it was long!
Thank you,
Miss K
Sunday, Mar. 15, 2020
Parents & students:
Please take the time to read the letter I have posted below regarding moving forward in light of OLGC's school closure. I will continue to post updates and, as always, please feel free to email me with any questions or concerns.
Talk soon,
Miss K
Monday, Mar. 9, 2020
Hi Parents!
This is a reminder that SPRING FLING AUCTION money is due by THURSDAY, 3/19. Make sure to reserve your tickets soon, it's going to be a great event!
-Miss K
Monday, Mar. 2, 2020
Hi Parents!
Happy March! Spring is around the corner, so that means summer will be here before we know it. With the school year winding down, I wanted to remind you that yearbook orders are due by MONDAY, MARCH 17. We will not be ordering extras this year, so please have your orders in if you wish to have your child receive a yearbook for the 2019-2020 school year.
Enjoy the nice weather this week; 11 Mondays til MDW!
-Miss K
Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020
Hi Parents!
As we enter into the Lenten season this week I will be reminding each of my students why their education is important- especially a Catholic one. With second trimester coming to a close (in two weeks!), it is imperative that we all- students, parents, teachers- stay focused on our common goal: education. I've witnessed students becoming exasperated over receiving poor grades, but I am constantly reminding them that we, their teachers at OLGC, are holding them to a higher standard- one that they are more than capable of achieving.
It is a goal of mine to hold my students accountable for their behavior and performance, to not just teach them academically, but to teach them responsibility. What can they do better for next time? How can they improve their performance? Why not make the effort? I've heard enough "I don't care"-s to last me until this time next year! It's time to care again, or in some cases, to start.
Parents, I ask that you encourage your children to reach their maximum potentials- because they have so much more to give. I know how much each and every one of you values your child's education, and we teachers are constantly striving to create new ways to invigorate our students to learn- to be innovative, and motivating, and INTERESTING! Parents, you and I have been working so hard to provide your children/my students opportunities for a successful future in education- it's time they meet us halfway. I hope you will help me to get them there.
Spring is in the air! 13 Mondays til MDW!
-Miss K
Friday, Jan. 31, 2020
Hi 7th Grade Parents!
Interim Progress Reports come home today! Please review, sign, and return with your children by Monday or Tuesday of next week. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Only 16 Mondays til MDW! Have a great (Super Bowl) weekend! Who do we have- Chiefs or Niners??
-Miss K
Friday, Jan. 24, 2020
Hi Parents!
As we get ready to enter Catholic Schools Week, OLGC has been planning activities that promote unity and giving. While we are constantly seeking ways to give back to our Catholic School community, it is also a blessing to expand our good fortune to people around us, as Jesus would.
I wanted to bring attention to one of those opportunities: on Sunday, January 26, Outback Steakhouse is donating all of its proceeds (worldwide!) to aid the Australian bush fire relief. I've attached the link below for anyone who might be interested in having a family dinner at Outback this weekend! PLEASE NOTE: this is in no way related to OLGC (not a fundraiser, not a school event, etc.). I simply wanted to promote what I believe is a wonderful thing being done for the people of Australia as they continue to combat the bush fires.
Link (you will need to present the webpage to your server): https://www.outback.com/offers/bushfires
Please keep Australia in your prayers. Have a wonderful weekend!
-Miss K
Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020
Dear Parents,
The PIE committee is requesting that each school family help support the OLGC Spring Fling Auction event with a small donation.
All school families are asked to donate either a $30 basket (share your idea via the form below) or send $30 in to school for PIE to secure basket items on your behalf. Please note: families who donate a larger item for the Auction are not obligated to send in the $30 or $30 basket.
Basket Donation Form: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1XFV2p5tsvSlFGF4Ng8axhIH94dYaRBSt
The Auction is the biggest parent fundraiser for our school - we can only make it a success with participation from all families! Thank you!
Please send in your completed basket donation form or $30 cash or check (payable to OLGC P.I.E.) by NEXT FRIDAY, 1/24. The committee needs time to plan and secure items for bid.
Looking forward to seeing you all at the Spring Fling Auction in March!
-Miss K
Monday, Jan. 6, 2020
Hello Parents!
Welcome to 2020! I hope you all enjoyed the long break, and that the kids were able to rest and recharge. While we all- students, parents, teachers- get settled back into our academic routines, it is important to note second trimester is well under way. I am jumping right back into learning with all of my classes, and encourage you to keep your children motivated to study as necessary and complete their homework/assignments ON TIME!
To my 8th grade parents: The last two trimesters of middle school are here! With high school just around the corner, it's important to me that my students stay focused. I have a lot of interactive projects planned for the next few months, and it is my hope that this level of hands-on learning prepares them for what's ahead. While I haven't known your children long, I have enjoyed teaching every one of them, and am looking forward to their successes in the future.
A fun thing that helps me get through the winter months is counting down the Mondays until Memorial Day Weekend. So here we go- 19 Mondays til MDW!
-Miss K
Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019
Hello to my 7th Grade Parents!
A few dates to remember heading into this week:
Santa Shoppe: TOMORROW, MONDAY, 12/9!
Picture Retakes AND Report Card Distribution: TUESDAY, 12/10
Christmas Concert: THURSDAY, 12/12, 7pm
NYC Field Trip: Next WEDNESDAY, 12/18
Advent Angels: ONGOING! Advent Angels have been chosen and will continue on through next Friday, 12/20. Please ask your child if you have any questions regarding this.
**If you have volunteered to chaperone any events, please complete & return your clearance forms as soon as possible.
Go Birds!
-Miss K
Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019
Hello Parents!
We've made it to Thanksgiving and the end of the first trimester! I hope you all enjoy the extended Thanksgiving break, and your children come back recharged moving into December. Coming back next Tuesday, we only have three instructional weeks before the Christmas break, and they will be BUSY! As second trimester starts, it is imperative that we all- students, parents, teachers- remain vigilant in putting school and learning first.
I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday, and enjoy the much needed rest!
-Miss K
Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019
Hi Parents of my 7th Grade Homeroom!
In the spirit of giving, OLGC is participating in TWO fundraisers during the month of November. The Turkey Feathers Drive and the Coin Challenge.
Students may purchase a "feather" for $1, that will go towards the purchase of the turkey for the Thanksgiving baskets we are providing for local families in need. The homeroom with the highest average $ raised per student in the class wins a pizza party! Deadline: Friday, 11/15
For the Coin Challenge, students are encouraged to bring in loose change that will be donated to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. OLGC has partnered with Scholastic for this challenge, and they will match whatever proceeds we raise, and donate that amount in books to schools affected by the recent hurricanes. Deadline: Thursday, 11/7
It is my belief that in giving we receive, so thank you in advance for participating and donating to these wonderful causes!
-Miss K
Monday, Oct. 28, 2019
To my 7th Grade Homeroom parents: Please keep an eye out for an email from me regarding OLGC's Thanksgiving Basket donation drive. I am sending a list of things we are asking be donated to in order to make a Thanksgiving dinner basket for a family in need. Since there are only 7 students in 7th Grade, I'd appreciate the extra help to get us to our goal!
The donations are due on Friday, 11/15. Thanks!
-Miss K
Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019
This is a reminder that WINTER UNIFORMS begin on Monday, 10/21. Please be sure to check the handbook for proper winter uniform policies.
-Miss K
Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019
Hello to the parents of my 7th grade HOMEROOM students!
The $10 Art Fee is due. I will tell my students, but in case they don't mention it, please send it in with your child by the end of next week. Thank you!
-Miss K
Friday, Sept. 20, 2019
Hello to the parents of my RELIGION students!
Please find the weights for my 5th and 6th grade classes below. As I have told my students, I will drop their lowest individual quiz grades at the end of each trimester. Let me know if you have any questions.
Projects: 30%
Tests: 20%
Quizzes: 20%
Classwork & Participation: 20%
Homework & Journal: 10%
-Miss K
Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019
Hi, Parents!
It was great meeting a lot of you yesterday at Back To School night. For those of you I didn't get the chance to meet/speak with, I look forward to meeting you sometime soon. As I mentioned last night, my 2019-2020 ELA syllabus is posted to both my 7th and 8th grade Google Classrooms. Please note that the outside reading materials are subject to change; any and all changes will be made at my discretion. For my Religion parents- I do not have a syllabus designed for these classes. If you have any questions regarding the material, feel free to email me.
I'm looking forward to having your children in class this year! Go Birds!
-Miss K
Monday, Sept. 9, 2019
Hi, Parents!
Welcome to the first FULL week of school! As your children and I get settled into our routines, I'd like you to be aware of two things:
Homework will be posted by 3pm daily (I will post weekly if I know the homework in advance)
All homework will be assigned from textbooks, workbooks, or Google Classroom
I look forward to meeting you all at Back to School Night next Wednesday. Go Birds!
-Miss K
Hello, Parents!
Welcome to a brand new school year! As a new teacher this year, I spent the first week of school meeting your children, learning their names, learning their goals, and collaborating with them on ideas for how we can make the 2019-2020 school year a successful one. I only ask that you please be patient while I set up my Google Classroom (as well as this website!).
I mentioned the following notes to all my students in each of my four classes this past week, but I wanted to post them here as well since I did not send any announcements home on paper. Please find the list of required class materials for my students below. Please also note the classroom policies that will be in effect for the entire duration of the school year.
-Miss K
Required Materials for 7th & 8th Grade ELA
Required Materials for 7th & 8th Grade ELA
(1) Notebook for class notes/classwork (no required type)
(1) Notebook to use as a journal (spiral required)
(1) Folder (any type)
PLEASE COVER ALL WORKBOOKS WITH CLEAR CONTACT PAPER & ALL TEXTBOOKS WITH BROWN PAPER OR A BOOK SOCK NO LATER THAN FRIDAY 9/6.
Required Materials for 5th & 6th Grade Religion
Required Materials for 5th & 6th Grade Religion
(1) Notebook for class notes/classwork (no required type)
(1) Notebook to use for Bible Study (spiral required)
(1) Folder (any type)
Bible
PLEASE COVER ALL WORKBOOKS WITH CLEAR CONTACT PAPER & ALL TEXTBOOKS WITH BROWN PAPER OR A BOOK SOCK NO LATER THAN FRIDAY 9/6.
Classroom Policies
Classroom Policies
Paper tests will be taken in pencil (pens can be used during class for personal notes)
No colored pens (ESPECIALLY red) may be used for work that is to be submitted for grading (colored pens may be used during class for personal notes)
Chrome books (when received) must be kept in a proper case, and fully charged for class each day
ZERO TOLERANCE CELL PHONE ZONE (this includes Apple watches, smart watches, any device that can send and/or receive text messages- this is a school policy)
*A violation of any of the aforementioned policies may result in a deduction of points from participation grades, a visit to the Principal's office, an infraction (depending on frequency of occurrence), or detention.*
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