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Navigator News
9/23-9/27
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Language Arts
Nic Hays
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ALA - Students will create a mosaic based on the short story read last week “Flowers for Algernon.” Ultimately, the mosaic should support a theme developed by the story. Students will then read and analyze an excerpt from Fahrenheit 451 and craft an ECR.
LA - Students will analyze elements of the plot of “The Monkey’s Paw.” Students will analyze, character, conflict, and setting. Using their analysis, they will support a thematic statement developed in the story.
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Social Studies
Dave Callaway
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This week we are working on an ECR based off of our source analysis for next week. We will be working on that during class.
We will then start our notes on the Declaration of Independence and the beginning of the Revolutionary War.
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Science
Heather Haney
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Retakes for the Kinetic vs Potential Energy Quiz will be during team time on Wednesday. We will be discussing retakes of the Thermal Energy Transfer Quiz during class on Monday. This week we’ll be learning about the Wave Parts and Properties.
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PE/Health
Erin MIllage
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This week we are wrapping up our social media unit with the documentary the social dilemma. Please see the email about parent permission.
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Learning Specialist
Nancy Staiert
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Important Dates to Remember:
10/1 October Count Begins (Please do what you can to ensure your students attend school!)
10/11/2024 - End of Quarter 1
10/14-10/18 - 🍂Fall Break🍂
10/22 & 10/24 - Student Led Conferences from 3:45-7:00 pm
Thank you for your generous support of Rocky Heights Middle School and the Navigator team! Scan the QR code to donate today!
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Additional News
8th grade girls basketball and 6th-8th grade wrestling registration is now open and will close on Sunday, Oct. 20th at 10pm. The first day of practice is on Monday, Oct. 21st. You can go through the Rocky Heights website to register.
Introducing our Nighthawk Scholars Club!
This club provides a resource for students to gain support with homework assignments, allow students to access additional resources, and an opportunity to learn with their peers and share learning experiences. We would like to invite you to opt-in your student if you think this is a good resource for your student. Your student will have an opportunity to “opt” themselves in as well.
The next sessions are September 24th & 26th from 3:00-4:00 pm in the library.
Should you wish to opt your student in for this club, please use this link to do so.
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Navigator Work Habit Expectations
Self-Awareness (Behavior)
- I come to class prepared with my materials and ready to learn.
- I follow our classroom norms and expectations.
- I exhibit the R.O.K. way when interacting with my teachers and peers.
Self-Management (Academics)
-I regulate my behavior to use class time appropriately.
-I take the time to complete my work with attention to detail, accuracy, and integrity.
-I complete assignments (both in-class and homework) on time.
Self-Advocacy and Initiative (Participation)
- I share my ideas and I am willing to learn from others.
- I ask good questions and seek to understand when I am confused.
- I consistently, respectfully, and effectively communicate personal needs and interests
“Weekly” work habit grades: reported using a 4, 3, 2, 1 scale.
4 = Limited redirects/reminders within the defined criteria. Redirect is successful.
3 = Expected (adolescent) redirects/reminders within the defined criteria. Redirect is successful.
2 = Multiple redirects/reminders within the defined criteria. Redirect leads to short lived change in conduct.
1 = Regular redirects/reminders within the defined criteria. Conduct creates a disruption to the learning environment. Parent Contact & Intervention necessary.
Individual Assignments MAY be marked with these additional letters:
T: turned in
M: missing
L: turned in late
I: incomplete (assignment is turned in but it’s not turned in)
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Monday,Tuesday, Friday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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All Classes
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Odd Blocks
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Even Blocks
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Access - 7:30-7:45
Period 1 - 7:48-8:34
Period 2 - 8:37-9:23
Period 3 - 9:26-10:12
Period 4 - 10:15-11:02
Period 5 - 11:05-11:32
Lunch - 11:35-12:00
Period 5 - 12:03-12:19
Period 6 - 12: 22-1:07
Period 7 - 1:10-1:56
Period 8 - 1:59-2:45
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Access - 7:30-8:00
Period 1 - 8:03-9:33
Period 3 - 9:36-11:07
Period 5 - 11:10-11:37
Lunch - 11:40-12:05
Period 5 - 12:08-1:12
Period 7 - 1:15-2:45
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Access - 7:30-8:00
Period 2 - 8:03-9:33
Period 4 - 9:36-11:07
Period 6 - 11:10-11:37
Lunch - 11:40-12:05
Period 6 - 12:08-1:12
Period 8 - 1:15-2:45
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