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WELCOME STAY AND READ AWHILE Parents and students and all other visitors- welcome to this site - written just for you. If you want to be "in the know" please check this site every week or so!!! I will add info as activity in my class changes . Ask your student to show you my class management plan. The year will be better for all of us if the rules and class incentives are kept in mind. One great tool often not used - students should ask to see me in the morning to have work graded early or just to come in for extra help. 8:00 is a good time to come for early help.
"BEWARE OF MISTAKES" There are a few mistakes in the following articles. If students can find the errors and bring them to my attention -bonus points will be given!!! Dare you!! MYTHOLOGY The class studied mythology in the first quarter. They found it is still studied for entertainmint purposes and because there are many "allusions" (ask your student to explain!!) made in today's world concerning mythology. Independent projects complete the unit. The classroom has been full of food, posters, sheilds, costumes, and other works. Much talent to be found in this room!
Creative Mythology Projects
"THE CHRISTMAS CAROL"
WHAT IS BENEVOLENCE??? By now, any 7th grade should be able to answer that question!! The study of "The Christmas Carol" involves reading and doing!! Students will learn about benevolence as they visit the nursing home and work on the Change A Child's Christmas project. The class will also discuss and practice various ways to be benevolent on a daily basis, with or without money, and regardless of ones age. Parents help your child become involved with "The Christmas Carol" and the idea of benevolence.
NURSING HOME VISIT A great visit was had at Odin Care Center on December 10. The class had previously wrapped a small present for every resident. Two favorite Christmas carols were sung as we first arrived. The residents smiled and several sang along with us. Next the students shared the gifts and began visiting with the people living there. Many great stories were told of conversations shared with residents. The residents themselves commented about how the kids really visited well, sharing some of their lives also. One lady that makes craft items was particularly thrilled with the attention she received and with the money she made when students purchased some of her items. Another special moment was when a director told us a woman that seldom smiles was smiling on her own while the kids were there. CHANGE A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS
In order to share this info - look at the news and fun items page - however - the big news - THE 7TH GRADE MANAGED TO RAISE $1,001 TO PURCHASE CHRISTMAS ITEMS FOR CHILDREN IN OUR DISTRICT This could not have happened without the support from the entire staff and student body. A thousand one thanks!!! MORE BIG NEWS - since $1,000 WAS RAISED - Mr. Jett will soon be bald!! Thanks Mr. Jett!!!
ENGLISH TELL US YOUR STORY Many students have worked hard to "tell their story". Narrative essays will soon be on display in the hallway. Look for interesting - colorful language. MATH INTEGERS Positive -Negative - Whole numbers - The study of integers has just begun. We will learn to do all processes and learn daily uses - the why behind studying integers!! "TUTORING" If your student needs any extra help with class work, tutoring is now available. Call the school or send a note to Ms. Clark to sign up for help. Tutoring is from after school until 4:00.
ALL FOR NOW Mrs. Kelly
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