2015-16 7th grade FOX AND THE HENS Team Syllabus
**Please view our team website for information as well
Mr. Fox, Ms. Wilson, Mrs. Windell, Mrs. Grey-Gillhouse
Math: (Ms. Wilson)
Math 7: In Math 7 we will cover the following topics: Two-Dimensional Geometry, Integers and Rational Numbers,
Understanding Similarity, Ratios Rates Percents and Proportions, Linear Relationships, Probability and Expected Value,
Three Dimensional Measurement, and Making Comparisons and Predictions.
Accelerated Math 7: In Accelerated Math 7 we will cover all of the topics covered in Math 7 plus the following:
Rational/Irrational Numbers, Laws of Exponents, Scientific Notation, Linear Equations, Systems of Equations,
Rotations/Reflections/Translations, and Volume.
English
Science: (Mrs. Windell)
The emphasis in 7th grade is Life Science. Students investigate cells in depth as they compare cell
structure and function and gain an understanding of cell reproduction and genetics. Through a study of energy
and life, students will learn how organisms obtain and use energy through photosynthesis, food webs, and
respiration. They will examine environmental changes over time as they discover the interdependent nature of
populations and communities and describe how species adapt by evolving. Students will also create and use a
basic classification scheme to identify plants and animals.
Students will be required to keep a well-organized folder and notebook, since we will not rely on the book
very much. Instead, students will be actively engaged in the inquiry process as they collaborate with others to
understand the concepts being covered.
English: (Mrs Windell/Mr. Fox)
This course will involve novel readings (Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry, Shooting Kabul, Crispin, etc.) that will coincide
with our Social Studies units. Students will also learn how to write formal essays. Outside reading is strongly encouraged
and students must have a personal book with them at all times. Students will continue learning to write using the Six Traits
of Writing, Story Elements, and Literary Devices.
Social Studies: (Mrs. Grey-Gillhouse)
This course is a study of ancient world history in the Middle Ages. The regions include: Europe (Medieval
Period/Renaissance/Reformation/Modern Age, Middle East (Rise of Islam), Kingdoms of West Africa, Japan, &
Civilizations of America. Students will learn the ancient & current geography of the regions through map making. They will
also learn to use a variety of note-taking strategies and which ones work best for their study habits. They will need a
notebook and folder or binder, pencil, blue or black pen, red pen, & colored pencils. They must also have an outside reading
book with them at all times for every class.
Health Enhancement: (Mrs. Grey-Gillhouse, Ms. Wilson, Mr. Fox)
This course will involve Health and PE alternating each day of the week. PE will range from individual fitness activities to
team sports and is 50% of the grade. Students are required to make up the 45 minutes of exercise they miss when absent.
They must turn in a signed form with the type of exercise done and have a parent signature. This can be found on our team
webpage. Health class will cover the following topics: Mental/Emotional, Social Health/Fitness & Nutrition, Body
Systems/Human Sexuality/Safety & Prevention, Substance (Alcohol) Abuse & Prevention. Health textbooks will remain in
the classroom as there are not enough for all 7th graders.
Management Plan:
Be SAFE, RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE
Please see the Expectations form on our team page on the WMS website. This will be taped in the back of students’
agendas and will be our main form for managing classroom expectations.
We will have an after school time from 3:25-3:55 every day except Thursday to be available for students who need extra
help in the way of academics and organization. It is called Academic Recovery. You will receive a phone call or email to
inform you if your child has been assigned to stay after school.
Grading/Homework Policies:
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Work assigned is due the next day.
Work not completed during class is homework.
Students are responsible for acquiring & completing missed work. (check websites, call friends, etc.)
Students will have the number of days missed to make up work.
Grading Scale %:
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100-90 =
89-90=
79-70=
69-60=
59-0=
A
B
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D
F
Please sign to signify you have read this and agree to abide by our team expectations. Return to your
homeroom teacher on ___________________________.
Student Name: ______________________________________ Signature: ___________________________
Parent/Guardian Name: ________________________________Signature: ___________________________
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