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Mother Seton School
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Read the GRADUATION NEWSLETTER OF EVENTS:) Graduation fee is due soon...please fill out the paper for numbers attending various Graduation events...thanks a bunch! RETREAT PERMISSION SLIP/FEE AND ANY OUTSTANDING WALK-A-THON PLEDGES/ DANCE PERMISSION SLIP:)
CONFIRMATION MASS MAY 5TH FOR MANY OF OUR MSS STUDENTS AND GRADS!!!! GOD BLESS! CAVEAT: STUDENTS WHO ARE LATE OR ABSENT NEED TO SEE ME AND RECEIVE THE MISSED ASSIGNMENT, TEST, QUIZ AND MAKE IT UP WITHIN 2 DAYS OF RETURNING. THE MISSED ASSIGNMENT, TEST, OR QUIZ WILL BE MARKED "NHI" FOR NOT HANDED IN ON POWER SCHOOL.  . Current Academic News: Blessings to each family as we continue with 8th grade CLASS OF 2012! BLESSINGS! I hope I answer most questions on this web page. FOR HOMEWORK....PLEASE GO TO 'HOMEWORK REMINDERS' AND ALL THE LINKS FOR THE HOMEWORK CALENDARS ARE PRESENT FOR each month.
ABSENCE
Note Well: It is the responsibility of the student to do the following after an absence:
1. Bring a note from a parent to verify the absence. 2. Approach the teacher(s) to find out and complete missing work and tests. I appreciate the effort of a student to complete this missing work. If work is not completed it may be marked as: "not handed in" on the Powergrade report. Attention to this matter makes a difference in grades....many thanks!
Address: Email
Please use my email sparingly as I do not check it often. If a student does not have a flashdrive for class and needs to email an assignment: please put the student name in the descriptor and MSS next to the name.
NB: I do not always check email on a daily basis....please let me know if you have an attachment for class:) annclairedc@yahoo.com
Back to School Night
Dear Parents,
My email is listed in class jump...I just cannot guarantee reading it daily. I will get back as soon as possible. God Bless. Sr. AC:) Power-point from the presentation on Building a Spiritual Family is posted on the link below.
Brain Teasers
English
Grammar is a necessary component of Language Arts. Correct usage, literary devices, parts of speech, writing, thinking, speaking, communication will be part of this class. The English classes will support the grammar. What is important? In the Language Arts class I will attempt to review all areas of LA.... VOCABULARY The vocabulary book is divided into lessons. There is a homework calendar for english and vocabulary (click under the 'Homework Reminders' category and the links are there with full calendars.) I told the students that it is important to look at the following areas in the vocabulary Text: 1. Definitions 2. Language origin (Latin, Greek, German, Old English, etc..) 3. Parts of Speech: is the word a noun, verb, adjective, adverb????? What are the variations listed? 4. Can the student use the word comfortably in writing? It is my hope that students will gain a fluency in language use. Listening Students will listen to a selection for listening pleasure. They will be quizzed on what is heard. Note-taking will be covered in the library classes. IBM spends millions on their employees in this particular area. Writing The students received a WRITING FOLDER that has support materials in helping the students to advance in writing skills. I will model and use this with the students so they see the joys of having this resource. I believe it is paramount to clear communication that students have an 'assistant' that helps them. This is the purpose served by the writing folder. Speaking This trimested the students will not only write but deliver speeches. Speaking in front of others is an acquired skill which supports the child. Building self-confidence through public speaking is not only fun but will assist the student to gain leadership qualities. Evaluating Evaluating a piece of literature or another person's point of view will broaden thinking and captures the essence of qualities needed now and in the future. I hope that supporting this skill leads a student toward clear thinking and decision making. Creating Students will create art work, speeches, projects, and more. Synthesizing what they know and creating something new supports the future leader. THINKING Each day we will try and tackle some mind benders, mysteries, or some thought-provoking situation. I am a fan of Benjamin Bloom and his taxonomy of thinking. Edward de Bono is another educator who has influenced my instruction. I hope that the students will enjoy learning as much as I enjoy teaching. Thank you for your support as we prepare your children for high school.
FIELD TRIPS
High School Preparation
Looking Ahead.... October (2011): A handout will be given out regarding signing up for the entrance test at Delone HS. The following list contains books that students may want to read previous to grade 9: •Great Expectations - Charles Dickens •Great Tales and Poems of Edgar Allen Poe - Edgar Allen Poe •The Heart is a Lonely Hunter - Carson McCullers •Hound of the Baskervilles - Arthur Conan Doyle •I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings - Maya Angelou •Iliad - Homer •Jane Eyre - Charlotte Bronte •The Little Prince - Saint Exupery •Lord of the Flies - Golding •Nine Stories - J.D. Salinger •Odyssey - Homer •The Old Man and the Sea - Ernest Hemingway •A Separate Peace - Knowles •Slaughterhouse Five - Kurt Vonnegut •The Yearling, The - Rawlings
Homework Reminders
Homework (For any important documents or homework calendars....CLICK ON THE 'PAST' BUTTON.)
Thursday, May 17, 2012
VOCABULARY EXAM:
You received a paper about the Vocabulary Exam: choose 3 words from each of Lessons 24-25-26-27 and 29= 15 words. Write a story/poem/song including the use of these 15 words. Write or type and bring in to me by Tuesday, May 22nd.
For those who left early….To Kill a Mockingbird….8B read to pg. 279 middle.
Next week we will finish TKA M and have Religion Speeches.
STUDY FOR YOUR EXAMS NEXT WEEK.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Religion: HOLY LAND SPEECH , MAP AND HOLY LAND FACTS ARE DUE TOMORROW: THURSDAY, MAY 17TH
Vocabulary: TEST WILL BE PART OF TUESDAY’S EXAM. I changed my mind….finish the lesson 29 final page.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Religion:
Vocabulary: Lesson 29: do the next 2 pages. Test is Thursday.
English: We will cover in class….no formal HW except to review your notes on diagramming sentences.
Literature: Finish the chapter we began in class…..through chapter 18.
Monday: May 14, 2012
Vocabulary: Lesson 29 make sure you have completed pg. 189.
To Kill a Mockingbird: 8A read up to chapter 16/ 8B read up to chapter 17.
No English HW/ No Religion HW.
STUDY FOR EXAMS FOR NEXT WEEK: SCHEDULE IS POSTED ON CLASSJUMP.
Thursday, May 10, 2012
LANGUAGE ARTS EXAM STUDY GUIDE:
Homework: TEST vocabulary lessons 26-27 short definitions
Reminders: Retreat permission slip/ baby picture (not to be returned)/ Graduation fee and paper/dance/ walkathon pledge funds/ flowers for May procession tomorrow.
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Vocabulary: Finish pages up to pg. 178.
English:
Diagram the following sentences in your LA notebook:
1. Ms. K may postpone the assignment.
2. Jenny screamed and yelled for her mother.
3. Mrs. Hahn sent me a book, problems and direction sheet.
4. Sr. Ann Claire gave Jean, Jim, and Martin quizzes.
5. Mrs. Kirby is the P.E. coach.
Religion: Work on the Holy Land Project map and speech. This is due May 17 (Thursday).
EXAMS: What are on the LA exams? Literature: we will be tested on the book: To Kill a Mockingbird. Pay attention as we read. Know the role of each character/ what happens in the story (plot) the conflicts/solutions/resolutions. English and Vocabulary: Diagramming of sentences and coding the PARTS OF SPEECH. Vocabulary: just the words for the month of May.
Reminders: Graduation paper and fee/ Retreat field trip permission and fee/ dance/ graduation letter: get signed and returned.
Vocabulary: Lessons 26-27 Finish each of these lessons except for the final page of each. Study your words.
Get your letter about Graduation signed and returned tomorrow.
Have your Retreat permission slip/ Graduation paper and fee/ dance slip
English: Look over the diagramming we completed in class. Do the following sentences in your LA notebook:
Help! There’s a mouse in the room.
Tim gave his vote to George Vice President.
SAC trained Jeannette and Annette in the art of archery.
Monday, May 7, 2012
Vocabulary: Lessons 26 and 27: do the short definitions for both lessons.
English: We did questions in diagramming sentences: be ready to do some tomorrow.
Lit: N/A
Religion: Keep working on the New Testament character for your speech due on May 17th. We are completing the map art part in class and you will do the
Reminders: Graduation paper and $25. 00 fee/ Retreat permission slip and $5.00/ Dance
Thursday, May 3, 2012 Homework:
Reminders: Retreat Field trip permission slip and funds/ Walk-a-thon pledges/ dance
Vocabulary: Lessons 24 & 25: know the definitions for the TEST tomorrow
English: review the diagrammed sentences that we did for class work and homework.
Religion: Speech about the New Testament Figure: by Monday know who you are writing about and make sure it is in first person point of view…..this will be due on THURSDAY, MAY 17TH.
Monday: May 1, 2012
Literature
In literature our minds will be active with character studies, multiple genres, prose, poetry and novels. Writing, public speaking, higher level thinking skills will be incorporated into each class. English: Houghton Mifflin: Level 8 Vocabulary for Achievement: Great Source Research Paper includes: a. Thesis Statement b. Hook c. Graphic Organizer d. Outline e. Statistics f. Transition Words g. 3 Sources h. 2 Footnotes / Use of Quotations i. Handwritten Notes j. Statistics k. Bibliography (MLA Style) l. Paper: Limit 4-6 Pages Speeches a. Introduction/Interview b. Culinary Speech c. Fun Fact Speech d. Famous Person Speech e. Biblical Character Speech (Christian Scripture) There may be other speeches not listed here. Writing Assignments: a. Description b. Narrative c. Persuasive d. Technical e. Creative f. Note-taking g. Expository Writing h. Story Writing i. Writing Poetry j. Research k. Other...
Parent Conferences
See link for letter for parent conferences Trimester 1. Tnx. Sr. Ann Claire
Public Speaking
The 8th grade/Pre-high school students will experience researching topics, studying the areas of speech making and delivering speeches in front of the class. Next to the 'hand shake' the delivery of words impacts the listener. Speeches will imbue the language arts curriculum beginning in November. Attachments will clarify areas. Thanks for supporting your child's education at Mother Seton School.
Service Learning Graduation Requirement
DUE MAY FIRST IS YOUR ONE PAGE REFLECTION SHEET WITH SIGNED HOUR SHEET. In October you received a letter describing the SERVICE LEARNING project for 8th grade. Students must acquire 5 hours of service with a signed paper verifying the hours of service. A one-page reflection sheet accompanies the hour sheet. This is due May 1, 2011. What kinds of service? * Events at school * Volunteering at a non-profit organization * Helping someone who cannot help themselves...for example: +Rake the leaves for someone who is elderly (not a relative) + Work at a church function: spaghetti dinner + Service at your church: altar server/ lector
WHAT DO I WRITE? Please complete a one page reflection: 1. Describe where you served and what you actually did. 2. Explain why you chose this place and type of service. 3. Describe on eperson (no names please) or situation you encountered in your service that impressed you. 4. Did you service make a difference in this person's life or in the situation you described? a. If yes, how did it make a difference? b. If no, why do you thnk it did not make a difference? 5. What gift-----grace----new understanding do you think you received from doing this service? 6. Write one quotation from the gospel of Matthew, Mark, Luke or John that seems to fit the grace, gift, or understanding you discovered by doing this service. 7. Would you recommend this service location to other young persons to get experience in serving others' needs? Why or why not? Requirement: * One page neatly written or typed. *Attache reflection and Time Record. Have all signatures. * Give to Sr. Ann Claire during morning business or Religion class.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
SERVICE LEARNING:TBA Thanks to: http://graphics.elysiumgates.com/miscanholiday.html#ADVENT for graphics Reminder to have your thumbdrive for technology classes. Banner thanks to: http://www.3dtextmaker.com/cgi-bin/3dtext.pl Thanks to: http://www.free-animations.co.uk/dividers_animated/divider_24.html
STUDY HELP FOR PARENTS
STUDY SITES FOR PARENTS HELPING CHILDREN:
http://www.greatschools.org/students/homework-help/322-study-skills-for-middle-school-and-beyond.gs http://www.arrowscape.co.uk/schools/study.htm http://www.how-to-study.com/ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSaCxGTuBng&feature=related How to Study: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tI4za6H7ySs http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSDkA5rLBmg&feature=related
Technology
The digital age captures learning in an instant. Students will learn word processing, PowerPoint, Moviemaker, formatting skills, use of cameras, a bit of Excel and much more. PLEASE HAVE YOUR THUMBDRIVE FOR EVERY TECHNOLOGY CLASS
FYI: At school we have the 97-2003 versions of Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint. If you have the upgraded version at home, it is important that you know how to save your work in that version here at school so that you can view it at home. This caused some frustration last year. We can usually work things out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZfU2PSzOVs www.uen.org/.../downloadFile.cgi?...Computer_Parts.ppt...Computer_Parts... Vote on your favorite classroom game: Take my poll!
TEST and CLASS UPDATES
Vocabulary Tests are each Friday. The weight of the test will depend on how much we have worked on the vocabulary in class and homework. Tests are realistic and questions are generally taken from the homework.
VINCENTIAN CORNER
"Each of our days is marked with the protection of Mary, who is exceedingly anxious to be our mother, when we desire to be her children." -St. Vincent de Paul
http://vinformation.famvin.org/
Vincentian Marian Youth
At MSS we serve Christ and our neighbor. In VMY students are invited to team building, communication, prayer, service and Vincentian formation through outreach projects. (See pg. 16 in the handbook). Meetings are generally the first Thursday of the month. We learn about the Blessed Mother, St. Vincent and St. Louise and celebrate our spiritual lives through direct service. Those who successfully meet the annual requirements will be formally inducted into this international club. God bless. I want to thank all the sponsors/mentors who will take the students to the service sites. I pray that God blesses you for your support and example. Many Thanks! Sr Ann Claire. I hope everyone's encounter with your service site will give you the opportunity to meet Christ and reflect on God's goodness. I welcome back all sponsors/mentors. God bless! Last Year's Results: WALK A THON proceeds went to a Vincentian effort: see IPS: International Project Services. VMY Members voted to have the funds go: Results of 2010-2011 School Year: 54% to St. Vincent's Day Care in Arequipa, Peru (South America). Since 2000 the Daughters of Charity have been caring for young children from families that are poor at St. Vincent's Day Care. $142 buys food to pay for nutrition at the school for a year (1 child). $74 provides for health and hygiene and $19 covers the cost of educational materials: 46% of the funds will go to the DREAM Center in Chokwe, Mozambique (Africa). The Daughters of Charity are helping 1100 chidlren in the area who are HIV-postive with medical treatment, nutrition and food supplements. For $3,000 the Sisters can purchasse vital medicines to help the children. $7.27 per child for food and medicine. LEADERS AND SERVICE. Sr. Ann Claire's Group will go on these Thursday to the Seton Thrift Shop (Time= 3:00-4:15): Sr. Ann Mary goes to clean the Food Bank on the 4th Friday of the month from 3-4:30 PM. Sr. Ann Claire takes her group on Thursdays. Mrs. Bosche is taking her group on the following dates (3rd Friday of the month): This 2011-2012 is to be determined mid-year. FYI: The Vincentian Website is: www.famvin.org and the International Website is contained in FAMVIN.
<FONT SIZE =3> THE LATEST FOR JANUARY 2012! Meeting on Thursday, January 5th: We will take a FIELD TRIP TO THE ARCHIVES OF THE DAUGHTERS OF CHARITY at St. Joseph Ministries across the bridge. Sr. Betty Ann McNeil, our archivist, will give a presentation on St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. The meeting will last from 3-4:30, which is a change from our usual 3-4 time. We appreciate Sr. Betty Ann meeting with the students about our school SAINT!
Vocabulary
Utilization of enhanced vocabulary is a major part of the 8th grade curriculum. Students will learn new words, definitions, writing with a thesaurus and dictionary, and other skills. ESSAY WRITING: Use of enhanced vocabulary is a must for students to receive higher grades. Thanks to: http://www.bluebell.webpage66.com/page/page/4930222.htm Thanks to: Mike's gifs Thanks to: http://s641.photobucket.com/albums/uu140/veenajohnson/Free%20Christian%20Animations%202009/ and public domain graphics: http://www.timshen.truepath.com/christian/chara.htm Thanks to: http://graphics.elysiumgates.com/miscanholiday4.html#EASTER Thx to: http://www.animateit.net/categories.php?cat_id=307&sessionid=b8214f8ec29a24450190844e1fb67dbc Thanks to: http://www.timshen.truepath.com/christian/chara.htm Thanks to : http://www.appleanimation.com/line.htm http://www.timshen.truepath.com/christian/jesus.htm Thanks to: http://www.clker.com/clipart-advent-wreath.html
Thanks to the clip art ROYALTY FREE: http://www.bestfreechristian.com/gallery_09.htm
Writing Resources
This site is for students and parents. The calendar gives some ideas for improving writing. There is a calendar of daily ideas and an appendix to explain the ideas. There are websites for personal use and support.
Religion
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