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Slide 2 7 th & 8 th Grade: Philosophy Program Activities Transition Guided Tours of MPHS MPHS Peer Leaders Slide 3 Skills We want all our students to know how to Think (divergent) Research Collaborate Be efficient Be Punctual/Timely Self Reflect Speak/Advocate Create Work hard (work ethic) Be Resilient / Adapt CEOs identified these skills as the most important attributes for their employees. Slide 4 Slide 5 I will care for these students personally, listen to their voices, respect their concerns, and engage them in meaningful educational experiences. International Center for Leadership in Education Slide 6 Slide 7 Reading: Long & short fiction/non- fiction Edgar Allen Poe (Author Study) Novels: My brother Sam is Dead The Outsiders Holocaust Literature Writing: Persuasive, expository, creative, analytical writing Constructing Thesis statements Projects: Interdisciplinary Research Paper Non-Fiction book report Field Trip to Pax Amicus Castle to see performance of Edgar Allen Poes short stories Slide 8 Focus on Grammar & Vocab NJASK Preparation Literature: The Giver, by Lowry Of Mice & Men, by Steinbeck Expanding the Writing Process Persuasive Writing Ancient Greece Research Paper (interdisciplinary) Skills: Character Analysis Theme Identification Interpreting figurative language Development of writing skills The Giver Project: (students have options) Create instagram poster with hashtags that connect to pictures Scrapbooking Comic Strip Write a childrens book Slide 9 Native Americans through Reconstruction with a concentration on: People over time Formation of Country & Government Expansion to Civil War Skills: Perspective- understanding events from multiple points of view Analysis- the WHY of history Reading for Understanding Communication Technology Project Example: Scrap Book: Focus from colonists perspective Focus from a British Loyalist Retelling events from a news reporter perspective Ancient World history from prehistory to the Renaissance Skills: Research and Analysis Development of thesis statements Showing support for thesis through research/documents Assignments: Election campaign for Hindu God Research paper on Ancient Greece (with English) Creating a Roman Newspaper News/public service announcements about breaking events of the Middle Ages Slide 10 Content: Algebraic Reasoning Operations Solving Equations Rates, Ratios & Proportions Similar & Congruent figures Scale Drawings/Models Graphs & Coordinate Planes Percents & Basic Geometry Perimeter and Area of Polygons Experimental/Theoretical Probability Skills: Problem solving and application of content Projects: Scale drawing: (create life size Barbie) Content Pre-Algebra/Algebra I Geometry & Percentages Probability & Statistics Skills Number Sense & Mental Math (A LOT) Assignments: Percentage/interest rate project Tessellation drawings Focus on small group activities throughout year If you are not willing to learn, no one can help you. If you are determined to learn, no one can stop you. Slide 11 PRE-ALGEBRA HONORS (7 TH GRADE) ALGEBRA I HONORS (8 TH GRADE) Faster paced and more in depth. Some content is similar to Math 7 with the addition of Pythagorean Theorem Slope and Graphing of lines using slope intercept Area, Circumference & Volume Probability & data analysis Cover core Algebra 1 content, including some early Algebra II. Discussions initiate the Whys of algebra concepts to develop deeper understanding Content focuses on solving complex linear equations, graphing and factoring polynomials The content for the honors courses are rigorous and fast paced. The courses are designed to enrich the curricula to prepare students for higher level math courses in high school Slide 12 Focus on different domains and kingdoms of living things; cells bacteria, viruses and disease cell division and reproduction genetics and natural selection Skills: Focus on critical thinking and scientific writing (writing backed up by evidence) Project Examples: Public Service pamphlet promoting vaccination for a particular disease SCAN- web tool that develops critical thinking, argument development, and writing skills. Focus on Safety, Culture, History Science & Technology Matter & Chemical Reactions Earths Properties & Materials Processes that shape the earth Earth, Moon, & Sun System Skills Habits of Mind Inquiry Problem Solving Activity Examples: Alka-Seltzer Lab Marker Chromatography Lab Marker Chromatography Slide 13 Slide 14 Spanish 7 Introduction to the Spanish Language and Culture Communicate in real life situations Cultural experience of Spanish speaking world Fundamental skills Utilize Language Lab Spanish 8 Increase Proficiency in the Spanish language Able to use grammar and vocabulary correctly Appreciation and acceptance of the heritages and cultures of the Spanish speaking world Utilize Language Lab Slide 15 Focus on fitness, cooperation, and participation Students learn to work together Increase physical fitness P90X Weight room Introduced to many activities and games Get their own gym locker Interactive curriculum consists of Fitness Nutrition Hygiene Character Education Career Education Slide 16 Offered to students not taking band Concentrate on reading, writing, and math skills Projects may be linked to core classes Includes preparation for standardized testing Focused on project based instruction Slide 17 Slide 18 The Middle School Program of Study can be found on the MPHS website http://www.mpsnj.org In the Academic Section under Programs of Study Slide 19 Same Counselor 7-12 (Know you child/family) Ms. Millman A-Le Ms. Simon Li-Z Liaison for Parents, Students, & Teachers Help students prepare for their future (college) Serve as academic advisor Available to meet confidentially with students individually or in small groups Promotes positive self esteem and wellness Promotes healthy friendships and relationships Provides substance abuse education and prevention Slide 20 Slide 21 Slide 22 Slide 23 Midland Park sustains a successful Jr. High Athletic Program that supports 10 sports teams. We believe this helps the transition to the very competitive high school athletic programs Bussing to and from events Follow the rules of the NJSIAA Uniforms supplied Practice 3-4 days per week Access to Athletic Trainer Certified coaches that are in district Many are/were successful varsity coaches as well 2013 State Sectional Champions: Juniors & Seniors played on the 7/8 th team Slide 24 Departmentalized Classes More Electives More Independence More Responsibility Continued Accountability Attendance (12 Absences) Tardies (detention) Retention/Summer School Be Organized (develop a system) Write down HW Seek Help Utilize PowerSchool Come to School Get involved in activity(s) Most of All: Do the Right Thing Slide 25 Register to receive E-Blasts (District Website) Utilize district website to get information on: Sports Clubs/Activities Board of Ed. Policies (etc.) Curriculum Faculty contact information And more. Student Handbook (every students gets one- Thanks PTA) Get involved in the school www.mpsnj.org Student Handbook District Website Slide 26