NGMS Team 8A
2015-2016
8A Cell Phone Policy
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We know that cell phones are an important tool for communication, however in the recent weeks they have become an increasing distraction to the learning environment. This letter is to remind you of Northgate Middle School’s electronic device and cell phone policy.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES/CELL PHONES
As a general rule, possession of any electronic device, including cell phone, tablet, computer, music player, laser pointer, portable game player, digital camera, etc. is inappropriate during classes, some teachers may allow the use of specified devices within the classroom under teacher supervision and for curricular purposes only. Unless the device is used in this manner, it needs to be turned off or silenced and stowed away during the school day. If being used without permission, the consequences may range from confiscation to In School Suspension.
With staff permission, students are allowed to use the courtesy phone in the office for school business. All electronic devices will be the child’s and parent/guardian’s responsibility at all times. The school is not responsible for investigating lost, damaged or stolen items.
Students WILL NOT be allowed to answer phone calls or texts during class regardless of who is calling or texting. Parents who need to get in touch with their child will need to contact the front office for a message to be sent to the classroom or you can contact the teacher directly via email.
The teacher will not be giving any warnings. If the teacher sees the cell phone out during class, it will be confiscated immediately and given to the front office and the parent or guardian will be required to pick it up.
Thank you in your support in this matter,
ELA:
Students should be reading 30 minutes a night.
Honors ELA:
Students should be reading 30 minutes a night.
Math:
Algebra:
Science:
03/16/17 Bell: Energy in the Ecosystems
Activity: I can explain how plants and animals reproduce sexually
1.) Germinating Seeds (Check growth and water)
2.) Tales from the Hive (bee pollination video) plus 30 Yellow Jackets vs 30,000 Honey Bees
Honor's Science:
03/16/17 Bell: Energy in the Ecosystems
Activity: I can explain how plants and animals reproduce sexually
1.) Germinating Seeds (Check growth and water)
2.) Tales from the Hive (bee pollination video) plus 30 Yellow Jackets vs 30,000 Honey Bees
Socials Studies:
March: Westward Expansion Unit
Monday- Down the Santa Fe Trail Pack
Tuesday- Down the Santa Fe Trail Pack (can correct for half credit)
Wednesday- BrainPOP Gold Rush
Thursday- Texas Revolution C-Notes
Friday- BrainPOP Mexican American War
*starting North and South Unit next week*
Honors Social Studies:
March: Westward Expansion Unit
Monday- Down the Santa Fe Trail Pack
Tuesday- Down the Santa Fe Trail Pack (can correct for half credit)
Wednesday- BrainPOP Gold Rush
Thursday- Texas Revolution C-Notes
Friday- BrainPOP Mexican American War
How to contact team teachers:
Mark Brown
Science
Caitlin Jewett
Social Studies
Mary Foster
Math/Algerbra
Shauna Oldham
ELA
Helpful Links
30-15-10 List:
http://www.central51.net/cms/lib08/IL01904518/Centricity/Domain/219/The30_15_10_List.pdf
Quizlet Link for 30-15-10:
http://quizlet.com/2241781/30-15-10-list-flash-cards/
Practice for Roots and Prefixes:
Check your child's grade by logging into Powerschool:
Links you may need:
2016-2017 Calendar:
http://www.nkcschools.org/page.cfm?p=2284
2016-2017 AB Rotation:
http://www.nkcschools.org/uploaded/calendars/files/2016-17_Rotation.pdf
P J McGinnis (Principal): pj.mcginnis@nkcschools.org
Tammy May (Assistant Principal): tammy.may@nkcschools.org
Matthew Wheeler (Assistant Principal): matthew.wheeler@nkcschools.org
Shelly Lakenburger (Counselor A-L): shelly.lakenburger@nkcschools.org
Sarah Bowman (Counselor M-Z): sarah.bowman@nkcschools.org
Marcus Myers (Sage SS): marcus.myers@nkcschools.org
Alycia Miskie (Geometry): alycia.landon@nkcschools.org
Northgate Middle school (School Website):http://www.nkcschools.org/page.cfm?p=2275
Northgate Middle School Staff Directory: http://www.nkcschools.org/page.cfm?p=2285