Dear Middle School Families,
We ended our three-day CAIS visitation today. The accreditation processes is always so valuable for schools as a whole and for the individual members of the community. We appreciate the thoughtfulness of all of the members of the Gateway community: kids, parents, faculty, staff, administration, and of course, our board. We also recognize the incredible time and effort given by the visiting team. We look forward to using all that we have learned through this process to make Gateway an even stronger school than it is now.
Sincerely, LeighAnn and The Middle School Team
THIS WEEK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS & ACTIVITIES
- No school next Monday 3/11: Please remember that there will be no school for students next Monday 3/11. All teachers will be attending the CAIS Regional Conference in Oakland.
- 7th Grade Science Trip to Ano Nuevo, March 7 and 8: The 7th grade science classes will tour the Elephant Seal breeding grounds of Ano Nuevo as part their unit on Evolution, Phylogeny and Taxonomy. The breeding grounds are currently closed to all but a small number of reserved groups and we look forward to an exciting and educational trip.
- Next Week is Pi Day! Pi day is just around the corner on March 14. The students will be celebrating the wonders of Pi through calculation of the circumference and diameters of pies. Other pie and Pi related activities will take place in math classes. At lunch we will have a Pi poetry slam but the entries must be students original work. Of course we will have the crowning of the Pi king or queen, who is the student that can memorize Pi to the farthest decimal place. We will also be sampling the wonderful pies that students contribute. Check with your student to see if they volunteered to bring in a pie. Question: What do you get when you take the moon and divide its circumference by its diameter? The students will learn the answer on 3.14
- 8th Grade Science Boardwalk Physics Day, Wednesday 3/27: All eighth grade students will be taking a trip to the Santa Cruz boardwalk to study the physics of roller coasters and other rides. Students will make qualitative and quantitative observations while watching and while riding the rides in order to understand the physics behind the fun. More detailed information about chaperoning will be sent to 8th grade parents next week.
- New Date for 6-8 Wine Social- 4/9: Due to our CAIS visitation, the 6-8 wine social has been re-scheduled for Tuesday 4/9 from 5:15-6:15.
- Santa Cruz County Science Fair: The county science fair will happen this weekend at the fair grounds. Boards are on display and open to the public from 5-7 pm.
- Hidden Nature: Gateway’s Student Literary Magazine: Please submit stories or poems to the new literary magazine that is completely planned, written, edited and published by students:
- students may submit a story (500 words max) or a poem (10 lines max)
- submissions need not be typed, as long as they are legible
- students may also submit by email to hiddennature2013@gmail.com
- please specify if you wish to remain anonymous
- the magazine will be published every two months
- free copies will be accessible in the lobby.
- THIS WEEK’S ASSIGNMENTS: Please log into Blackbaud for the most up-to-date homework postings. You will need to enter your User ID and Password to access the information.
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8th grade students ask questions about motion, acceleration and forces in science and then design tests to find the answers.
7th graders complete an introduction to phylogeny and taxonomy by grouping specimens of animals based on similar characteristics.
Dear Middle School Families,
We started our day this morning with heavy hearts about the events of last evening. We all are impacted when tragic events happen in our community, and we know that some are more directly affected than others. This morning, many teachers, either in class or in advisory, checked in with the students about the events and their feelings and experiences yesterday. Our kids experienced everything from being part of a lock down to being unaware what had transpired. Some teachers also discussed how we communicate this on a K-8 campus and how to be mindful about how discussing these kinds of events can affect the younger students. We tried to re-instill a sense of safety here in our Gateway community while also recognizing the tragedies that we have had lately in the greater community. Kids are resilient, but it was a scary time for many of them and for us. We all wish you a healthy and peaceful week ahead.
Sincerely, LeighAnn and The Middle School Team
THIS WEEK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS & ACTIVITIES
- Spelling Bee: Congratulations to Jaime K. (7th), Rachel C. (6th), and Tristan N. (4th) for representing Gateway School at the Santa Cruz County Spelling Bee on Saturday. There were student representatives from almost every school in our area, and the final results were very close. Rachel placed 5th in the 4th-6th grade competition! Congratulations!
- 7th Grade Science Trip to Ano Nuevo, March 7 and 8: The 7th grade science classes will tour the Elephant Seal breeding grounds of Ano Nuevo as part their unit on Evolution, Phylogeny and Taxonomy. The breeding grounds are currently closed to all but a small number of reserved groups and we look forward to an exciting and educational trip.
- Grow- 2013 Gateway Auction, March 1, 2013, 5:30pm: We hope to see you at the top of the Rit this Friday!
- Hidden Nature: Gateway’s Student Literary Magazine: Please submit stories or poems to the new literary magazine that is completely planned, written, edited and published by students:
- students may submit a story (500 words max) or a poem (10 lines max)
- submissions need not be typed, as long as they are legible
- students may also submit by email to hiddennature2013@gmail.com
- please specify if you wish to remain anonymous
- the magazine will be published every two months
- free copies will be accessible in the lobby
- First Friday: We are excited for our monthly First Friday talk this Friday morning. If you can, please stay after dropping off your kids to listen to Lauren’s talk from 8:45 – 9:00 a.m.
- 7th Grade Advisory: Today, the entire 7th grade took a trip during advisory to enjoy some team-building games and a fun time at the beach. Please see pictures below.
- Next Week’s 6-8 Wine Social Postponed: Due to our CAIS visitation and evening meeting next Wednesday, the 6-8 wine social will be re-scheduled for a later date to be determined.
- THIS WEEK’S ASSIGNMENTS: Please log into Blackbaud for the most up-to-date homework postings. You will need to enter your User ID and Password to access the information.
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Alex, Zoe and Tomas work as a team to organize the letters into the secret words- Gateway Sharks!!
Nayla tries to catch the ball while blindfolded as part of the 7th Grade Advisory team building day at the beach.
Bianca and Hanna take on the wheelbarrow leg of their relay race.
Dear Middle School Families,
The Middle School Teachers are very excited for our afternoon professional development session with Dr. Zhao tomorrow at Mt. Madonna School to be followed by his presentation at the Cabrillo Crocker Theatre at 7pm. I had the pleasure of seeing Dr. Zhao speak at the Brain Conference last year, and he was inspiring and insightful. He was the only Keynote Speaker to receive a standing ovation during the conference. We hope to see you all tomorrow night for this very special opportunity.
This year’s Learning and the Brain Conference was held last week in San Francisco and two of our Middle School colleagues, Kirsten and Sara, attended. They both returned excited to share with us all that they learned.
Please see below for news from the Middle School and a list of upcoming events.
Sincerely, LeighAnn and The Middle School Team
THIS WEEK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS & ACTIVITIES
- World Class Learners with Dr. Yong Zhao- February 20, 7pm. Crocker Theatre, Cabrillo College. To reserve your seat contact laura.lucas@gatewaysc.org
- Santa Cruz High School Math Department Open House: The Santa Cruz High School mathematics department will be hosting a math information night on Thursday February 21, 2013 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Santa Cruz High School Auditorium. We will present information about the Math Academy and our traditional program. Math Academy applications will be distributed at the meeting. Current students will be available to answer questions about their experiences in the program.
- Thank You for Helping with the Valentine’s Dance!- Thank you to the Student Council Officers, teachers, parents and students that helped to organize, set-up, clean-up and chaperone the Middle School Valentine’s Dance. A great time was had by all!
- Grow- 2013 Gateway Auction, March 1, 2013: Please see the attached newsletter. Grow Extra 2_19
- Hidden Nature: Gateway’s Student Literary Magazine: Please submit stories or poems to the new literary magazine that is completely planned, written, edited and published by students:
- students may submit a story (500 words max) or a poem (10 lines max)
- submissions need not be typed, as long as they are legible
- students may also submit by email to hiddennature2013@gmail.com
- please specify if you wish to remain anonymous
- the magazine will be published every two months
- free copies will be accessible in the lobby
- THIS WEEK’S ASSIGNMENTS: Please log into Blackbaud for the most up-to-date homework postings. You will need to enter your User ID and Password to access the information.
Dear Middle School Families,
It seems like so much has happened since I last sent out an update. Science Fair is over, conferences were held, and we are all back to school after the kids enjoyed a four-day week end. We are well into the first quarter and are so happy to have already welcomed three new students into our seventh grade since winter break! We are thrilled to have Zoe B., Sean O. and Marina S. as part of our Middle School community… Welcome!
Please see below for news from the Middle School and a list of upcoming events.
Sincerely, LeighAnn and The Middle School Team
THIS WEEK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS & ACTIVITIES
- Santa Cruz High School Math Department Open House: The Santa Cruz High School mathematics department will be hosting a math information night on Thursday February 21, 2013 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Santa Cruz High School Auditorium. We will present information about the Math Academy and our traditional program. Math Academy applications will be distributed at the meeting. Current students will be available to answer questions about their experiences in the program.
- Middle School Science Fair:
- Congratulations to the students for their hard work and dedication throughout the many months of completing their science fair projects. All did a fantastic job with judges. Great Work! Congrats also to the following students that will be representing Gateway School at the Santa Cruz County Science Fair: Chloe M./Amelia K., Ben T., Hanna F., Jaime K., Talia B., Sonja F., Jeremy H., Alyce H., Emma L. and Chloe O.
- Thank you to the judges also! They spent hours of their time and thoughtful effort to help make this year’s science fair another success. Thank you to: Kelly Newton, Drew Otto, Sheila Peck, Linda Snook, Adam Steckley, Bill George, Jo Fleming, Amy Erlewine, Suzanne Koebler, Jennifer Smith Grubb, Karin Clift and Jonathan Warrick
- Student Council: Student Council General Meeting is Friday, Feb 15th in Johaan’s room.
- Valentine’s Day Semi-Formal Dance: Friday, Feb 15th from 7-9:30pm at the United Methodist Church, 250 California St. Entrance is $10. Sign up sheets for student set-up and food contributions are hanging on on the doors of Humanities room. Please pick up a behavior contract from LeighAnn for any non-Gateway student that will be attending the dance with you.
- Grow- 2013 Gateway Auction, March 1, 2013: Please see the attached newsletter. GrowNewsletter-3
- Hidden Nature: Gateway’s Student Literary Magazine: Please submit stories or poems to the new literary magazine that is completely planned, written, edited and published by students:
- students may submit a story (500 words max) or a poem (10 lines max)
- submissions need not be typed, as long as they are legible
- students may also submit by email to hiddennature2013@gmail.com
- please specify if you wish to remain anonymous
- the magazine will be published every two months
- free copies will be accessible in the lobby
- THIS WEEK’S ASSIGNMENTS: Please log into Blackbaud for the most up-to-date homework postings. You will need to enter your User ID and Password to access the information.
Dear Middle School Families,
Tomorrow is Science Fair Day! Please join us from 5-6pm to view the boards- more information below.
Also remember that Middle School Conferences are on Friday, February 8 and Monday, February 11th. You may access the conference signup by clicking on this link:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XH5pS1k1u_DV2SPWTPym3Pr2WlNbRrmVzxWD3MIG1JM/edit
Sincerely, LeighAnn and the Middle School Team
THIS WEEK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS & ACTIVITIES
- Santa Cruz High School Math Department Open House: The Santa Cruz High School mathematics department will be hosting a math information night on Thursday February 21, 2013 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Santa Cruz High School Auditorium. We will present information about the Math Academy and our traditional program. Math Academy applications will be distributed at the meeting. Current students will be available to answer questions about their experiences in the program.
- Middle School Science Fair and Family Science Night, Wednesday, February 6th:
- The Science Fair judging will take place during school from 1-3pm. Local scientists from the Gateway Community and the greater Santa Cruz community will interview each student about their science fair projects. The Science Fair boards will be on display for families in the Middle School classrooms from 5-6pm.
- Family Science Night is an evening of science fun for the whole school. There are two sessions (5:30-6:30 and 7-8pm). A list of workshops offered (with recommended appropriategrade levels) and the sign-up sheet is available online at:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0ArNKOHUAiNYXdHNVMkwzNUZNN2JYd3NaU0pyMXVMQUE
- Have dinner at Science Night! Hot Chili and Baked Potatoes:Please help support the 7th grade class on Science Night as they kick-off their fundraiser for next year’s DC trip! We’ll be serving chili (vegetarian or meat) and baked potatoes with all the fix’ns. Additionally, drinks and dessert will be available.
- Student Council: Student Council General Meeting is Friday, Feb 15th in Johaan’s room.
- Valentine’s Day Semi-Formal Dance: Friday, Feb 15th from 7-9:30pm at the United Methodist Church, 250 California St. Entrance is $10. Sign up sheets for student set-up and food contributions are hanging on on the door’s of Humanities room.
- Afterschool Enrichment Classes: We need a couple more students for the following classes. All ages welcome! Come join the fun in Circus class with Rock Lerum! Starting this Thursday 3:30-4:30. We are starting French class with Aux Trois Pommes this Monday 3:30-4:30. Contact Kimara at kim@gatewaysc.org for more details and to sign up.
- THIS WEEK’S ASSIGNMENTS: Please log into Blackbaud for the most up-to-date homework postings. You will need to enter your User ID and Password to access the information.
Dear Middle School Families,
Remember that Middle School Conferences are on Friday, February 8 and Monday, February 11th. You may access the conference signup by clicking on this link:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XH5pS1k1u_DV2SPWTPym3Pr2WlNbRrmVzxWD3MIG1JM/edit
Sincerely, LeighAnn and the Middle School Team
THIS WEEK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS & ACTIVITIES
- Santa Cruz High School Math Department Open House: The Santa Cruz High School mathematics department will be hosting a math information night on Thursday February 21, 2013 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Santa Cruz High School Auditorium. We will present information about the Math Academy and our traditional program. Math Academy applications will be distributed at the meeting. Current students will be available to answer questions about their experiences in the program.
- Middle School Science Fair and Family Science Night, Wednesday, February 6th:
- The Science Fair judging will take place during school from 1-3pm. Local scientists from the Gateway Community and the greater Santa Cruz community will interview each student about their science fair projects. The Science Fair boards will be on display for families in the Middle School classrooms from 5-6pm.
- Family Science Night is an evening of science fun for the whole school. There are two sessions (5:30-6:30 and 7-8pm). A list of workshops offered (with recommended appropriategrade levels) and the sign-up sheet is available online at:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0ArNKOHUAiNYXdHNVMkwzNUZNN2JYd3NaU0pyMXVMQUE
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Parents: we still need a few volunteers to help our session presenters on Science Night. If you can volunteer for one or both sessions, we’d love to talk to you about it. Please contact parent Joe Bryan at:
Joe@rattlebrain.com for more information!
- Have dinner at Science Night! Hot Chili and Baked Potatoes:Please help support the 7th grade class on Science Night as they kick-off their fundraiser for next year’s DC trip! We’ll be serving chili (vegetarian or meat) and baked potatoes with all the fix’ns. Additionally, drinks and dessert will be available.
- Student Council: Officer Meeting is this Friday, Feb 1st in the library. Student Council General Meeting is Friday, Feb 15th in Johaan’s room.
- Valentine’s Day Semi-Formal Dance: Friday, Feb 15th from 7-9:30pm at the United Methodist Church, 250 California St. Entrance is $10.
- Screening of Miss Representation: Gateway School is holding a screening of Miss Representation on January 31st for the parents of fifth to eighth graders from 6- 8:30 pm. Miss Representation (90 min; TV-14 DL) uncovers a glaring reality we live with every day but fail to see. Written and directed by Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the film exposes how mainstream media contribute to the under-representation of women in positions of power and influence in America. The film challenges the media’s limited and often disparaging portrayals of women and girls, which make it difficult for women to achieve leadership positions and for the average woman to feel powerful herself. After the screening, please join in a discussion facilitated by Lucie Hemmen, Ph.D., Santa Cruz author, psychologist, and former Gateway parent.
- Grow- 2013 Gateway Auction, March 1, 2013: Please see the attached newsletter. GrowNewsletter-2
- Afterschool Enrichment Classes: We need a couple more students for the following classes. All ages welcome! Come join the fun in Circus class with Rock Lerum! Starting this Thursday 3:30-4:30. We are starting French class with Aux Trois Pommes this Monday 3:30-4:30. Contact Kimara at kim@gatewaysc.org for more details and to sign up.
- THIS WEEK’S ASSIGNMENTS: Please log into Blackbaud for the most up-to-date homework postings. You will need to enter your User ID and Password to access the information.
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The theatre students did an excellent job in their performance of ‘Diary of Wimpy Kid.’ Photo Credit: Lynne Drummond
Another action shot of the performance. Photo Credit: Lynne Drummond
Dear Middle School Families,
This week marks the end of the first semester as well as the end of the boys basketball season. With finals, science fair, sports, and other extra curricular activities, I know that it is a very busy time for the kids and for the adults as well. I hope that this Weekly Update finds you getting through this hectic time with ease and looking forward to a successful second semester.
Remember that Middle School Conferences are on Friday, February 8 and Monday, February 11th. You may access the conference signup by clicking on this link:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XH5pS1k1u_DV2SPWTPym3Pr2WlNbRrmVzxWD3MIG1JM/edit
Sincerely, LeighAnn and the Middle School Team
THIS WEEK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS & ACTIVITIES
- Santa Cruz High School Math Department Open House: The Santa Cruz High School mathematics department will be hosting a math information night on Thursday February 21, 2013 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Santa Cruz High School Auditorium. We will present information about the Math Academy and our traditional program. Math Academy applications will be distributed at the meeting. Current students will be available to answer questions about their experiences in the program.
- Middle School Science Fair and Family Science Night, Wednesday, February 6th:
- Middle School Science Fair Judges Needed- Wednesday, Feb 6th: We have 71 science fair projects in the Middle School this year and so are planning to have more judges than we have in the past.If you have a background in the sciences or engineering and are interested in volunteering to be a judge in our 2013 Science Fair, please contact LeighAnn. leighann.work@gatewaysc.org
- Student Council: Spirit Day is this coming Friday, January 25th. Wear PJs to school to show your spirit and earn point for you class. Dress code does apply.
- Theatre Elective Performance: Our Theatre Elective is performing Diary of a Wimpy Kid for the entire Middle School at the West End Theatre on Friday, January 25th from 1:30 to 2:30 pm. The students will also give an evening performance at 8pm, which is open to the public.
- Screening of Miss Representation: Gateway School is holding a screening of Miss Representation on January 31st for the parents of fifth to eighth graders from 6- 8:30 pm. Miss Representation (90 min; TV-14 DL) uncovers a glaring reality we live with every day but fail to see. Written and directed by Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the film exposes how mainstream media contribute to the under-representation of women in positions of power and influence in America. The film challenges the media’s limited and often disparaging portrayals of women and girls, which make it difficult for women to achieve leadership positions and for the average woman to feel powerful herself. After the screening, please join in a discussion facilitated by Lucie Hemmen, Ph.D., Santa Cruz author, psychologist, and former Gateway parent.
- Grow- 2013 Gateway Auction, March 1, 2013: Please see the attached newsletter. GrowNewsletter-2
- Afterschool Enrichment Classes: We need a couple more students for the following classes. All ages welcome! Come join the fun in Circus class with Rock Lerum! Starting this Thursday 3:30-4:30. We are starting French class with Aux Trois Pommes this Monday 3:30-4:30. Contact Kimara at kim@gatewaysc.org for more details and to sign up.
- THIS WEEK’S ASSIGNMENTS: Please log into Blackbaud for the most up-to-date homework postings. You will need to enter your User ID and Password to access the information.
Dear Middle School Families,
It is hard to believe that we are already nearing the end of the first semester. Soon the boys basketball season will end and the girl’s volleyball season will begin. We are less than a month away from the Science Fair and Family Science Night, and conferences are just around the corner. Hopefully, this Update includes all of the information that you need to stay informed about all of the happenings here at the Middle School. If not, please contact me with any questions.
Sincerely, LeighAnn and the Middle School Team
THIS WEEK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS & ACTIVITIES
- Middle School Conferences: Semester One conferences will be on Friday February 8th and Monday, February 11th. A sign up sheet will be sent out to parents early next week.
- Santa Cruz High School Math Department Open House: The Santa Cruz High School mathematics department will be hosting a math information night on Thursday February 21, 2013 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Santa Cruz High School Auditorium. We will present information about the Math Academy and our traditional program. Math Academy applications will be distributed at the meeting. Current students will be available to answer questions about their experiences in the program.
- Middle School Science Fair and Family Science Night, Wednesday, February 6th:
- Middle School Science Fair Judges Needed- Wednesday, Feb 6th: We have 71 science fair projects in the Middle School this year and so are planning to have more judges than we have in the past.If you have a background in the sciences or engineering and are interested in volunteering to be a judge in our 2013 Science Fair, please contact LeighAnn. leighann.work@gatewaysc.org
- Student Council: Student Council Officers will present their donation of $340 to representatives from Jacob’s Heart this Friday, January 18th. Great job, student council!
- Theatre Elective Performance: Our Theatre Elective is performing for the entire Middle School at the West End Theatre on Friday, January 25th from 1:30 to 2:30 pm.
- Guitar Elective Performance: There will be a performance featuring students from the Guitar Elective TONIGHT, January 16 at 7 p.m. in the West Cliff Room on the Gateway School campus. The performance will highlight their small group work in the form of songs both sung and played on the guitar.
- Creative Writing Class: The creative writing class welcomed writer Jill Wolfson in the third and final installment of the Brown Bag Reading Series to their class this past Tuesday. Ms. Wolfson talked to the students about her life, her writing, and her experience teaching writing workshops to kids in Juvenile Hall. (see picture below).
- Newspaper Elective Visit the Warriors!: The Newspaper elective took a field trip to the new Warriors stadium last Friday. They got to tour the stadium, see the locker rooms and even interview one of the Warriors, Daniel Nwaelele. (see picture below).
- HOS Book Club: January 17th, 7-8pm. Teach Your Children Well, by Madeline Levine, PhD. Available at Bookshop Santa Cruz for a 10% discount as part of the Gateway Book Club.
- Screening of Miss Representation: Gateway School is holding a screening of Miss Representation on January 31st for the parents of fifth to eighth graders from 6- 8:30 pm. Miss Representation (90 min; TV-14 DL) uncovers a glaring reality we live with every day but fail to see. Written and directed by Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the film exposes how mainstream media contribute to the under-representation of women in positions of power and influence in America. The film challenges the media’s limited and often disparaging portrayals of women and girls, which make it difficult for women to achieve leadership positions and for the average woman to feel powerful herself. After the screening, please join in a discussion facilitated by Lucie Hemmen, Ph.D., Santa Cruz author, psychologist, and former Gateway parent.
- THIS WEEK’S ASSIGNMENTS:
- Please log into Blackbaud for the most up-to-date homework postings. You will need to enter your User ID and Password to access the information.
The Creative Writing Class poses with writer Jill Wolfson.
The Newspaper Elective poses with Santa Cruz Warrior’s basketball player Daniel Nwaelele.
Algebra 1a Eighth Grade Families,
January is bringing some chilly mornings. I appreciate how everyone is showing up for first period math class on time. The students are welcome to bring a cup of hot chocolate to class if they need it to help them wake up.
This is a wonderful time of year to cuddle up in a blanket with their Algebra book. Especially since the semester one final is coming up. The Algebra1a final will be on January 23rd and 24th. This will cover material from the whole semester. Students should begin to study for it now. The following is a recommendation on how to study for a cumulative math test.
How to Study for a Cumulative Math Exam
Study one Chapter at a time: Book, Notebook, Quizzes then Test
Study the Book:
Study each chapter covered, starting with chapter one.
- Read the Lesson title and the Goals or What You’ll Learn topics at the start of each lesson. Ask yourself, “ Do I know how to …..?” Think of what you know about the topics before you glance through the lesson.
- Read the vocabulary list at the beginning of the lesson. Quiz yourself on what the words mean and what they have to do with this lesson.
- Study all highlighted words, study tip notes, and key concepts.
- Try the examples. Then try some of the problems. You may want to get problems from the extra practice section at the end of the book.
- Do the Study Guide and Practice problems (check the odd answers), if you got work wrong go back to that lesson and review the material. Try two more problems for every one you got wrong.
Study your Notes:
Go through your notebooks and read all your notes.
Study your Quizzes and Tests:
- Try the problems on your old quizzes again. Pay particular attention to the ones you got wrong.
- Re-do all problems you got wrong on your old tests.
- Try at least one of each kind of different problem on the test even if you didn’t get it wrong. If you get it wrong now do two problems for every one you miss.
Added Tips in Studying for Exams
- Plan Ahead- Make a Study Schedule to spread out the studying
- Get extra help on what you don’t understand
- Arrive at the exam well rested, well fed, and with all your materials
Take care, study hard, and stay warm,
Maryd
Algebra 1a Seventh Grade Families,
This chilly time of year is a wonderful time for students to cuddle up in a blanket with their Algebra book. Especially since the semester one final is coming up. The Algebra1a final will be on January 23rd and 24th. The final will cover material from the whole semester. Students should begin to study for it now. The following is a recommendation on how to study for a cumulative math test.
How to Study for a Cumulative Math Exam
Study one Chapter at a time: Book, Notebook, Quizzes then Test
Study the Book:
Study each chapter covered, starting with chapter one.
- Read the Lesson title and the Goals or What You’ll Learn topics at the start of each lesson. Ask yourself, “ Do I know how to …..?” Think of what you know about the topics before you glance through the lesson.
- Read the vocabulary list at the beginning of the lesson. Quiz yourself on what the words mean and what they have to do with this lesson.
- Study all highlighted words, study tip notes, and key concepts.
- Try the examples. Then try some of the problems. You may want to get problems from the extra practice section at the end of the book.
- Do the Study Guide and Practice problems (check the odd answers), if you got work wrong go back to that lesson and review the material. Try two more problems for every one you got wrong.
Study your Notes:
Go through your notebooks and read all your notes.
Study your Quizzes and Tests:
- Try the problems on your old quizzes again. Pay particular attention to the ones you got wrong.
- Re-do all problems you got wrong on your old tests.
- Try at least one of each kind of different problem on the test even if you didn’t get it wrong. If you get it wrong now do two problems for every one you miss.
Added Tips in Studying for Exams
- Plan Ahead- Make a Study Schedule to spread out the studying
- Get extra help on what you don’t understand
- Arrive at the exam well rested, well fed, and with all your materials
Take care, study hard, and stay warm,
Maryd
