1. Welcome to 7 th grade GT ELA Mrs. Langford

2.  Rising 7 th grade students will be responsible for reading two books:  Nonfiction: Wicked History book  Fiction: Matched by Ally Condie  Specific assignments will be given for each book.  Vital that summer reading assignments are completed- this is the beginning unit for next year. Summer Reading

3. Nonfiction  Choose one of the Wicked History books.  After completing the book, present the information in a creative way.  Fake Facebook page, wanted poster, timeline, etc.  Must be visual.

4. Fiction  After reading the book, create a postcard for your new teacher.  Front- picture representing a scene in the book.  Back- paragraph answering one of three questions.

5.  Grading scale remains the same from 6 th grade to 7 th grade: A= 100-93 B= 92-85 C= 84-77 D= 76-70 F= below 70 Students that fail a GT class will still fail the 7 th grade and have to repeat the grade level.  What changes from 6 th to 7 th is the level of work and intensity of work required of each student. Grading

6.  Complete between 4 and 6 class novels a year.  Bulk of the reading is done outside of class.  Schedules given to show students when they should be at each reading check-point.  Students will be expected to discuss and analyze their reading in class.  Grades come from classwork, reading checks, quizzes, tests, and novel based projects. Class Novels

7.  Students are still expected to keep up with independent reading while working on class novels.  Independent reading time given in class.  Meant to help students foster their own interests and develop a love for reading whatever they like. Independent Reading

8.  Like reading, a majority of writing will be done outside of class.  Teach a concept- students display understanding of that concept.  Time will be given in class, but students will need to work on assignments outside of class also. Writing

9.  Another major shift is the type of projects given.  No longer asked to complete basic reports.  Critical thinking projects, textual based projects, creative thinking projects.  Expect one per quarter. Projects

10.  Assessments will not be based on memorization of facts.  Analysis using skills taught  Real world application  Deeper thinking with open-ended questions Assessment

11. 7 th Grade GT Pre-Algebra Mr. Bonser & Mr. Reavis

12.  · Most Recent PASS Scores  · Standardized Test  · MAP Scores  · First Semester Grades  · Overall Final Average (if available) Key Factors In Deciding GT Students

13.  The Honors Mathematics Program is a seven year program for accelerated mathematics students.  To remain in the honors program students must:  Maintain a final grade of C or above  Score exemplary or met on PASS (most recent available score)  Pass the exit exam Administrative Rule for Mathematics Honors/AP

14.  It is important for students, parents, teachers, and administrators to understand that entering the first stage of the Honors/Advanced Placement program in grade six does not automatically guarantee a continued placement in the honors program. Administrative Rule for Mathematics Honors/AP Cont.

15.  A sense of personal and social responsibility sufficient to keep up with the individual workload and to contribute meaningfully to group efforts  The willingness to accept criticism from both their teachers and their peers  The patience and perseverance to accept a variety of answers or unresolved questions as starting points for further thinking and problem solving and exploring of ideas in works of mathematics  The ability to communicate mathematical reasoning precisely and analyze peer reasoning Characteristics of GT Students

16.  The ability to connect mathematical concepts to the world around them in multiple ways  Focus and ability to stay on task to handle the faster pace of the honors curriculum  The ability to give schoolwork priority over employment in after-school jobs or extra-curricular activities.  The ability to select and use a variety of tools to assist in mathematical processes Characteristics of GT Students Cont.

17. There are two types of basic conditions under which students may be withdrawn:  Conditions of a Remedial Nature  Inability to maintain adequate performance level in the gifted program  Inability to maintain adequate performance level in the regular classroom. (Applies to pull-out students only.)  Irregular attendance  Serious behavior problem  Conditions of a Non-Remedial Nature  Parental or personal desire to withdraw  Readmission into the program does not happen.  If your child is removed from the program, it is extremely difficult to be caught back up to be readmitted into the program. Gifted and Talented Program Withdrawal/Readmission Policies and Procedures

18.  Grading scale remains the same from 6 th grade to 7 th grade: A= 100-93 B= 92-85 C= 84-77 D= 76-70 F= below 70  What changes from 6 th to 7 th is the level of work and intensity of work required of each student. Grading

19.  State testing does not mark the end of 7 th Grade GT Pre-Algebra.  After State Testing we cover 8 th Grade Standards that are part of the GT Pre-Algebra curriculum that are not found on the 7 th Grade State Standardized Test.  It is safe to assume that after State Test your child will have possibly 2 to 3 quizzes/tests yet before the final exam. After State Testing

20. Website that are Great for Summer Practice: http://mathisfun.com/ http://www.ixl.com/ http://www.math.com/students/practice.html http://www.aaamath.com/ http://www.mathabc.com/ Summer Math

21.  Quizzes  Tests  Projects  Alternative Evaluation  Classroom Activities  Real Life Math *Assessments Occur Weekly* Assessment