TEAM- Together Everyone Achieves More

This class is heavily dependent on everyone's contribution and teamwork. It is imperative that families, communities, and schools collaborate to support literacy development of students at home and school. The more we can do to support one another, the stronger our learners will become. We have an amazing year filled with opportunities in various ways that require each of us to "roll up our sleeves" and do what we are able to that will create a supportive environment. Whatever way you are able to contribute, we appreciate it! Our 7th graders need this! Thank you!

What Can I Do to Help?

The following are several opportunities that parents, guardians, and our community members can participate and support our learners:

• Scholastic Book Orders (Click Here) and use our Class Code: NWC8M- Scholastic Book Clubs are made for you and your child to shop for books your child will love to read. The link allows you to shop for excellent quality, age-appropriate books chosen by Scholastic for prices as low as one dollar. Plus you will be helping our class when you order: Scholastic matches each order you place with FREE BOOKS for our classroom to share. Thank you for helping your child become a successful reader. Directions to order your books can be found here.
• Amazon Wish List (Click Here)- Your child will spend over 9,900 minutes in our class throughout the course of the year. Maintaining the needs for 7th Grade students in 5 sections can be a challenge. If you would like to contribute to our student's needs, please visit our Amazon Wish List. The items you order will be mailed to our classroom within the next week. In order to make them comfortable during their time, a few items are frequently requested by our students. We appreciate your generosity and contributions since our classroom is heavily dependent on your support. Items on this list include things such as batteries, Kleenex, etc.
• Donor's Choose (Click Here)- Periodically, crowdsource funding is posted for upcoming projects. On occasion, projects are posted that enhance students' 21st Century learning. If a specialty code is provided, then that is most likely due to anonymous generous donors that are willing to match your donation amount. Every donation is tax deductible. If there aren't any projects posted, donations to future projects such as technology enhancements, literature based items, etc. are greatly appreciated.
• After Hours Support- Many times teachers are called to meetings after and before school. This limits availability for additional items to be attended to (paper sorting, lamination, copies, decorating for signature events, assistance with after hour clubs, etc) if you are interested to help for these events, please contact Mrs. Peterson for availability.

Signature 7th Grade Events:

The following events are considered some of 7th Grade's Signature Events. They are annual events that involve all of our 7th graders. Parental involvement and donations are requested to coordinate the following signature events. In order for these events to flourish and continue, we are seeking a parent coordinator (per event) that is interested to assist with coordinating, communications, and/or securing donations specific to the event.

• Lunch With Leaders- An inspiring symposium for our students to attend during their lunchtime and learn about leadership. Special guests in the past have included, Former Seattle Seahawks, High-Ranking Executives from Mattel and Microsoft, Community Advocates, and so much more.
• Day of the Dead (Fall)- This is a comprehensive, all grade level event that is solely dependent on donations for our students to celebrate a Granada tradition that supports our 7th grade SS curriculum. Parent/ guardian helper(s) are needed to secure decorations, donations, and set-up/ strike down of the event.
• Lunar New Year (Winter)- This is a comprehensive, all grade level event that is solely dependent on donations to celebrate a Granada tradition that supports our 7th grade SS curriculum. Parent/ guardian helper(s) are needed to secure decorations, donations, and set-up/ strike down of the event.

7th Grade Literature Events

• Outsiders, "Blast to the Past" Event (Fall)- A parent/ guardian that will work closely with Mrs. Peterson to be able to assist with coordinating an event that will be able assist with coordinating a "Blast to the Past" that will help the students to understand what the era of the 1950s is like.
• Charles Dickens Literature Appreciation (Winter)- A parent/ guardian that will be able to assist with coordinating a Charles Dickens Appreciation event. The students receive a comprehensive Literature packet
• "Shake it Up," Shakespeare Festival (Spring)- A parent/ guardian that will work closely with Mrs. Peterson and be able to assist with coordinating a Renaissance mini-festival that supports our unit on Shakespeare. It is a great lesson for students to appreciate literature and figurative language. Help requested may involve but (not limited to) decorations, donations, activity, coordination with parents, etc. and so much more.
• Matador Media Festival (Spring) - A parent/ guardian that will work closely with Mrs. Peterson and be able to assist with their filming and showcasing needs during class time. This is a big event that our students enjoy. Coordination may include: seeking donations for prizes, event planning, etc.

Other Signature Events

• Hospitality Liaison(Year Round)- A parent/ guardian who will coordinate water bottles and specialty related items for testing.
• AND SO MUCH MORE....

Please fill out the following form

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to submit your response regarding support.

On behalf of over 185 smiling faces and one grateful teacher,

"Thank you for your generosity!"