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Welcome to Orientation Conferences 2019-2020
Welcome to Team Eiffel Tower
Introducing Ms. JohnsonAbout Me:★ Grew up in Brooklyn Park★ Graduate of Osseo Sr. High ★ B.A. University of Minnesota ★ M.A.T. University of St. Thomas★ 18th year of teaching English★ Proud Mom, Mother-in-Law, Grandma
Loves: ★ My dogs ★ Lake Life & Bass fishing ★ Heat Yoga ★ Playing tenor & alto saxophone★ Travel ★ Star Wars
Eiffel Tower 7th Grade ELA Curriculum
Tri 1 Topics Tri 2 Topics Tri 3 Topics
Literature Terms Folk Tales Poetry
Short Stories Short Stories Short Stories
Paragraph Writing Review Essay Writing Essay Writing
Drama - Sherlock Holmes Drama - A Christmas Carol Nonfiction
Choice Book - Realistic Fiction
Choice Book - Sci-Fi or Fantasy
Choice Book - Realistic Fiction/Autobiography/Memoir
*WOW (Words Of the Week) *WOW (Words Of the Week) *WOW (Words Of the Week)
Tips for Success in English- Bring your fully charged Chromebook to class every day
- Parents - Check Schoology and ParentVue often
- Bring your choice book to all of your classes every day- When you finish your classwork, use that extra time to build your reading
power!
- Keep up with the weekly vocab - WOW (Words of the Week) - Complete the weekly practice BEFORE the quiz on Friday - Use Quizlet or your own flashcards to study
Introducing Mrs. Amy DelCottoAbout Me
● Lived in 6 different states● B.S.E. University of Michigan ● M.A. in Education, University of
Michigan● 21st year teaching, 4th at
MGMS
Loves● Family (3 kids, senior at U of
Iowa, senior at MGSH and 6th grader at MGMS)
● Traveling- recently visited the Grand Tetons and the Smoky Mountains
● Cooking
Pre-Algebra Curriculum
Grading80% Summative20% Formative
Linear Algebra Curriculum
Grading90% Summative10% Formative
Your child should already have an Algebra 1 book - it should stay at home all year!
Algebra 1 Curriculum
Grading90% Summative10% Formative
Your child should already have an Algebra 1 book - it should stay at home all year!
Introducing Mr. BostromAbout Me ► Grew up in Golden Valley, MN► Undergraduate Degree at DePaul University in
Biological Sciences ► Graduate Degree at College of Saint
Scholastica in Teaching► 3rd Year Teaching at MGMS
Loves► Family ► Outdoors: backpacking, hiking, biking, rock
climbing, etc. ► Traveling- recent trips include Galapagos
Island, Washington DC, Great Smoky Mountains, Utah for Zion, Arches, & Capital Reef
► MN Sports► Learning: Science, Museums, Reading
Me :-)
7th Grade Science Curriculum
TRI 1 TopicsTRI 2 TopicsTRI 3 Topics
Tri 1 Topics Tri 2 Topics Tri 3 Topics
Scientific Skills Genetics Simple Organisms
Characteristics of Life
Evolution Plants
Cell Structure and Function
Classification Animals
Cell Processes Ecology The Human Body
*Phenology *Phenology *Phenology
We will be doing at least two dissections this year!● A Deer Heart ****If you are a hunter- donations greatly appreciated● A Leopard frog
20% Formative 80% Summative
Tips for Student Success
For Students
● Study for tests- do the practice reviews & tests
● Check Schoology and Make-up box for missed assignments
● Do your homework!● Ask for help
● Chromebooks○ Used as a tool not a
distraction○ Charged for class
For Parents
● StudentVUE & ParentVUE○ Find the link on the Maple
Grove Middle School Website○ Scores and grades○ Missing work/tests
● Check Schoology ○ Website and app○ Can be used on almost all
devices○ Assignments and homework
Introducing Ms. Ackerman About me: ● Went to MGMS and graduated from MG Senior
High● Bachelor's degree: University of Wisconsin- Eau
Claire● Masters: St. Mary’s University of Minnesota.
Fun Facts:● I love to fish, camp, and hike!● Traveling is one of my passions
○ I’ve been to the Eiffel Tower!● Sports: watching, and playing● Live music and exploring the Twin cities
Grade Social Studies CurriculumTrimester 1 Trimester 2 Trimester 3
Topics Government EconomicsGeographyWestward Expansion
Sectionalism/ Civil WarReconstruction2nd Industrial Revolution1900s immigrationProgressive Era WW1
Great DepressionWW2Cold War EraLiterature Circles
Skills - Students will look at different perspectives and be able to understand multiple sides of a story.
- Students will participate in respectful discussions. - Students will present their ideas using evidence to support their thoughts.- Students will use WICOR to develop transferable skills
Tips for USS 7- Use the unit calendars and notes to stay organized.
- Each student receives a packet- outline in schoology.
- Start reviewing and asking questions early to identify if assistance is needed. - There is a study materials folder in schoology with provided activities each
unit.
- Join the Remind 101 app for updates and notifications in addition to the packet. - Students received a paper copy today, email being sent home, directions in
room as well.
Gregg Leininger Special Education
Insert photo or info and fun fact for each supporting teachers (EL and SpEd)
Insert photo or info and fun fact for each supporting teachers (EL and SpEd)
Graduated from St. John’s University. Masters in Special Ed. from U of M. Coach Soccer at MGSH.
Teacher specialists are available this evening in their classrooms.
Ann Woods Special Education Teacher
Teaching Collaborative English, Resource English, and Wilson Reading
I’ve been teaching for 15 years, 6 in the Osseo School District. I went to Boise State University for elementary education and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee for graduate school in special education.
I’m married and we have 2 daughters (8 and 4). I love to be outside - biking and hiking and inside knitting and reading.
Academic Support Teachers (ASTs)
Susan WilderMath Achievers
Kelsey GroebnerReading Lab
Academic support teachers are available this evening in their classrooms.
Please drop by the exploratory classrooms and meet your
exploratory teachers!
Exploratory Information
World Language English Language Learners
Special Education
Technology EducationPhysical Education/Health
FACS
Music Art
AVID
Team Schedule8:10- 8:55 Core 1
8:59 - 9:44 Core 2
9:48 - 10:33 Core 3
10:37 - 11:17 Advisory
11:17 - 11:47 Lunch
11:51 - 12:13 Advisory
12:17 - 1:02 Core 4
1:06 - 1:51 Exploratory #1
1:55 - 2:40 Exploratory #2
MGMS Expectations
Advisory/FLEX● The components of Advisory are:
○ Career and College Readiness○ Digital Citizenship○ Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), ○ Team Building (Circles of Power and Respect)○ Academic Check-Ins
● FLEX offers opportunities for students to develop competence with curriculum standards and benchmarks○ Support and enrichment provided during school day.
MGMS POWER Binders
MGMS-7th GradePOWER Binders
★ Trapper Keeper or 3 ring heavy duty binder (2” or larger)
★ Pencil pouch (with holes)★ 8 insertable tab dividers★ 2 packages of loose leaf paper★ ¼ inch graphing paper★ 1 spiral notebook★ 36 pencils (2 kept in pouch at all times)★ Colored pencils (12 pack)★ Highlighter★ Erasers★ Calculator (TI30XIIS preferred)★ Earbuds★ Planner (school = $3 or one from home)
**2 pack of combo locks for hallway locker and phy ed locker
MGMS POWER Binders
7th Grade Exploratory Supplies★ Art
○ 9 x 12 or 8 ½ x 11 spiral bound sketch notebook
○ Several #2 pencils to keep in art○ Erasers to keep in art room○ 2 black tip pens
★ Tech Ed○ 1 wide ruled spiral notebook for Gateway
Tech★ FACS
○ Pocket folder with 3-hole○ Glue Stick
★ Phy Ed○ T-shirt to change into, athletic shoes, athletic
pants or shorts★ Music
○ see specific supply list for instrument/class
Standards Based Grading
A task rubric with scores ranging from 4-0 is used at Maple Grove Middle School.
Task marks are used for formative assessments (e.g. classwork and homework) and summative assessments (e.g. papers and tests). Each course will have specific rubrics and category weights.
Assessments are aligned to reporting standards and are recorded in the grade book, accessible through ParentVue.
Parent ResourcesPARENT VUE
To keep track of your student’s:● Attendance● Grades● Lunch Account● Standardized Test Data
SCHOOLOGYTo keep track of your student’s:
● Weekly Schedule● Due dates● Specific class information● Rubrics● Resources
Watch for team updates/newsletters in your email inbox!
Student-Led Conferences Info
Student-led conferences are a very important way to engage students in understanding and
taking ownership of their learning. This conference structure will help us to build
better communication and stronger relationships with all families.
Fall Conference InformationFall Conferences - Focus on Goal Setting
This conference is an opportunity for the student, teacher and families to get to know one another so that a partnership can be formed to best support the student’s goals.
October 3 from 3:15-7:30pm Students with Last Names A-K
and October 8 from 3:30-7:30pm
Students with Last Names L-Z
Winter Conference InformationWinter Conferences - Focus on Academic Progress
This conference is an opportunity for the student, teacher and families to discuss academic progress and continue to support the student’s goals.
January 23 from 3:15-7:30pm Students with Last Names A-K
and January 28 from 3:30-7:30pmStudents with Last Names L-Z
Spring Conference InformationSpring Conferences - Focus on Performance and Growth
This conference is an opportunity for the student, teacher and families to celebrate the student’s performance and growth throughout the school year.
May 7 from 3:30-7:00 pmPortfolio Showcase
Out of School Time- The Spot The Spot
Monday - Friday 2:50- 6:00 pm
The SPOT is a safe and supervised, student-driven after school program for middle school students. Qualified staff build meaningful relationships through hands-on leadership opportunities that invest in student ideas, desires, and interests. The SPOT offers a variety of specialized camps, academic support, and enriching
activities to promote personal growth and student success. Youth who attend the SPOT receive
encouragement, experience ownership, develop life skills, and build friendships that can last a lifetime.
Cost:
Consistent ScheduleThe same schedule week-to-week. $14.75 per afternoon.
Drop-In CareAs needed. Requires 3 days of advance notice through our online system. $17.50 per afternoon.
Non-School DayDays when school is not in session.
● $40 per student/day if registered by deadline (Standard Rate).
● $50 per student/day if registered after the deadline, and subject to space availability (Extended Rate).
QUESTIONS?: email [email protected]
Out of School Time- Targeted Services
Targeted Services Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:50- 4:20 Targeted Services does not meet on conference nights
Targeted services provides fun, after school programming built for students to become more engaged in the school community and deepen their knowledge and skills in a variety of ways. Targeted Services is taught and supervised by licensed teachers, with the ultimate goal is to give students the assets, strengths, and protective factors to be successful at school.
Cost: FREE!
Students qualify for free programming by filling out a CLP- Intake form (found in student services). Students will be able to sign up for specific classes that they are interested in.
There is an after school bus on these days for students in MGMS boundaries.
QUESTIONS?: email [email protected]
