August 6, 2015
7/8 A Harvard Hailstorm
Santan Junior High

5:30-6:00
6:05-6:20
6:25-6:40
7 th Grade Parents (Gifted)
Day 1 Elective Class
Day 2 Elective Class
6:45-7:15
7:20-7:35
7:40-7:55
8 th Grade Parents (Gifted)
Day 1 Electives
Day 2 Electives

Linear Equations
 solving
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 graphing writing
Linear Inequalities
Systems of Equations
Exponential Functions
Sequences
Polynomial Equations
Factoring
Quadratic Functions
Radical Functions
Data Analysis

Building Vocabulary
Reasoning and Proofs
Parallel/Perpendicular lines
Transformations
Triangles
Quadrilaterals
Other Polygons
Similarity
Right triangles/trigonometry
Circles
Area/Volume
Probability

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
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Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Speaking and Listening (“Accountable Talk”)
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Comprehension and Collaboration
Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

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First Quarter:
Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
Second Quarter:
The Narrative Life of Frederick Douglass (autobiography)
Third Quarter:
Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare
Fourth Quarter:
Castle
*Books selections and assigned quarters are subject to change, based on availability and grade level requirements

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Throughout the school year, we will be using the Scientific Method,
Engineering and Design Method within inquiry based learning. We will also focus on the history and nature of science, including famous scientists, careers, and technology & society.
Quarter One
Geology - Structure of the Earth
Rock cycle, erosion, deposition, rock cycle
Boundaries & landforms
Earthquakes, volcanism, & plate tectonics
*Science Fair Begins in classroom
Quarter Two
Solar System
Phases of the moon
Constellations
Eclipses
*Science Fair will be due in
December, just before break.
Quarter Three
Ecology – Changes in the environment
Food Webs
Interaction of organisms
(predation, symbiosis, etc.)
Quarter Four
Health-Environment
Health-Peer pressure, decision making, health issues
Health & cultures
Health & communication

American History
Civil War and Reconstruction
Industrialization
Immigration
World War I
Great Depression
Geography
Environment/natural disasters
Features and conditions that affect history
Mapping, graphing, patterns in current events
Regions of the world
Implications of migration
Government
Bill of Rights
Impact of court cases and amendments
Checks and balances
World government comparison
Roles of citizenship
Economics
Personal finance
Foundations
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics

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 studentcreated passcode will begin the process.
WEBSITE
Visit Santan’s website online to access information and individual teacher’s webpages & calendar of important events. Check agendas and/or Infinite Campus for daily assignments and test dates!
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.

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.
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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% B: 89% - 80% C: 79% - 70%
D: 69% - 60% F: Below 60%

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:
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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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Students are responsible for obtaining make up work and instructions before or after school.
Alternative assignments may need to be given for longer absences. Please advise us if you plan a trip.
The same number of days are given to complete the make up work. Student should see teacher.
TUTORING begins Monday , Wed, and Friday
@8:15. Math tutoring daily at 8:45.

Thank you for the supplies that you have sent in and please remember that tax credit donations are always appreciated!
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Questions?