Transcript 8th Grade Curriculum Night Presentation 2015

Curriculum Night
August 6, 2015
7/8A Harvard Hailstorm
Santan Junior High
Curriculum Night
Schedule
5:30-6:00
6:05-6:20
6:25-6:40
7th Grade Parents (Gifted)
Day 1 Electives
Day 2 Elective Class
6:45-7:15
7:20-7:35
7:40-7:55
8th Grade Parents (Gifted)
Day 1 Electives
Day 2 Electives
Algebra Curriculum
Semester One
Semester Two
Linear Equations
Sequences
Polynomial Equations
Factoring
Quadratic Functions
Radical Functions
Data Analysis
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solving
graphing
writing
Linear Inequalities
Systems of Equations
Exponential Functions
Geometry Curriculum
Semester One
Semester Two
Building Vocabulary
Reasoning and Proofs
Parallel/Perpendicular lines
Transformations
Triangles
Quadrilaterals
Other Polygons
Similarity
Right triangles/trigonometry
Circles
Area/Volume
Probability
Algebra 2 Curriculum
Semester One
Semester Two
Linear Functions
Quadratic Functions
Polynomial Functions
Rational Functions
Radical Functions
Exponential/Logorithmic
Functions
Rational Functions
Sequences and Series
Trigonometric Functions
Probability
Data Analysis/Statistics
English Language Arts:
Reading Literature and Informational Text
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Key Ideas and Details
 citing evidence/drawing inferences, elements of plot, literary elements, theme/central idea,
summarizing, connections to additional texts
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Craft and Structure
 use of words and phrases, figurative language, tone, structure and organization, points of
view, purpose
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Integration of Knowledge and Ideas
 media comparison, contextualized fiction, evaluation of arguments, irrelevant/conflicting
evidence
Writing
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Argument
Informative/Explanatory
Narrative
Research to Build and Present Knowledge
Production and Distribution of Writing (editing, MLA citation, publishing)
Language
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Conventions of standard English
Knowledge of Language
Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Speaking and Listening (“Accountable Talk”)
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Comprehension and Collaboration
Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas
8th Grade Language Arts
Literature Selections
First Quarter:
The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare
Second Quarter:
Animal Farm by George Orwell
Third Quarter:
The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank
Fourth Quarter:
Lord of the Flies by William Golding
*Books selections and assigned quarters are subject to
change, based on availability and grade level requirements
8th Grade Science
Throughout the school year, we will be investigating by inquiry and
learning by modeling. We will also focus on the nature and history
of science, including famous scientists, careers in science and
technology, and the societal impact of science.
Quarter One
Physics - Newton’s laws,
force, & motion
Quarter Three
Life Science - Human impact on
environments, diversity,
adaptation, and behavior,
reproduction & heredity
Quarter Two
Chemistry - Physical and Chemical
Properties of Matter
*Science Fair Projects will be due
in December just before winter
break.
Quarter Four
Health - Healthy choices, risk
factors, illness & health care,
1st Aid
8th Grade Social Studies
American History
1940’s and WWII
1950’s and Korean Conflict
1960’s: Vietnam, jungle warfare,
civil rights
1970’s Fall of communism,
presidents, Middle East
1980’s Final fall of communism,
Reagan, Iran-Contra
1990’s Human rights, Persian Gulf,
Clinton, Bush
Present Day: Iraq war, terrorism
Geography
Location
Place - physical characteristics of
regions
Human/Environmental interaction
Movement of people and goods
Regions: comparing climates, land,
population, and history
Government
Events surrounding the Revolutionary
War
Concepts of U.S. government
(republic)
Analysis of the Constitution
Bill of Rights
Citizenship duties, rights and
responsibilities
AZ State government
Economics
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Global economics
Communication
Checking Grades Online
Infinite Campus portal is available via our SJHS webpage and can be
added as an app for your phone. Students ID#s and a generic
passcode will begin the process.
WEBSITE
Visit Santan’s website online to access information and individual
teacher’s webpages & calendar of tests and important events. Each
daily assignment is not posted.
AGENDA
Every student has an agenda that has both the school rules and
daily calendars
Each teacher writes classwork and homework on the board to be
copied to the student’s agenda
Parent signatures are required on agendas every Thursday night
along with a grade check using Infinite Campus.
Grading Policy
In our School Community, our focus is on
student learning and achievement. At Santan
Junior High School,
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A student's grade should communicate academic achievement: what
the student knows and is able to do as measured against the
learning standards of the course.
Assignments must be completed to accurately assess what a
student knows and is able to do so that appropriate feedback can
be given to every student.
SJHS Grading Scale:
A: 100% - 90%
D: 69% - 60%
B: 89% - 80%
F: Below 60%
C: 79% - 70%
Zap the Zeros
Santan Junior High has a “Zeroes Aren’t Permitted (ZAP)” policy.
Assignments are given due dates so that teachers can provide feedback in
a timely manner and learning will progress. Students are expected to meet
deadlines and to contact the teacher when possible in advance to discuss
any issues with due dates. In general, however, students who fail to
complete assignments on due dates will:
Communicate with the teacher regarding their situation and needs for
the missing work.
• Be expected to complete the assignment,
• Receive an "M" (for Missing) in the Infinite Campus grade book. This
means that it will be averaged as a "0" until the assignment is
submitted (IC notifications will be sent reminding parents and students
of the missing assignment),
• May receive a reduced grade for the completed work received late.
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Make-up Work
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Students are responsible for obtaining make up work
and instructions before or after school. They should see
the teacher to make arrangements
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Typically, students will be given the same number of
days to complete that they missed, unless it is a
prearranged trip. Worked should be gathered in
advance, if it is available.
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Tutoring is available to aid in test retakes and
completion of missing work. Math is daily at 8:45. MWF
at 8:15 per the schedule.
7/8A Team Shirt Coming Soon!!
Classroom Contributions
Thank you for the supplies that you have
sent in and please remember that
tax credit donations are always
appreciated!
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Thank you for being a part of
curriculum night at Santan!
Questions?