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Greetings! I hope all of you had a great first day of summer! I just want to take a moment to thank you for a wonderful year. Thank you for all your time and effort. It surely has paid off! On another note, I just wanted to send out a friendly reminder about Summer School and the Summer reading Project. Summer School is offered to 7th and 8th graders who need additional help in the areas of ELA and Math. Please note, some students are required to attend Summer School if they did not meet the minimum requirements for promotion to 8th grade. However, ALL students are welcome to sign-up and attend Summer School. For students that are required to attend, you will be contacted by either your homeroom teacher, the school guidance counselor, or Mr. Grey (7th grade Administrator). Please see the attached flyer for more information in regards to Summer School. Parents, please use the following ONLINE LINK to sign-up your child ----- > http://academics.cobbk12.org/index.php/ad/tl/apl/personalized-learning/summer-programs/ Summer Reading Project Each summer, students are required to read a novel and complete a project that is counted as a grade. Each grade level has a recommended reading list that students can choose from, or they may choose any novel that is on or above their current reading levels. It is important that students continue to practice their reading skills over the summer to prevent regression in their academic performance. Research studies show that students who read 10-30 minutes a day over the summer make significant gains in the area of reading comprehension as well as add up to 1,000 new words to their vocabulary. Please encourage your student to read each day over the summer and have their summer reading project completed and ready to turn in on the first day of school, August 1st. Please use the following links to view the recommended novel list and project requirements. http://www.cobbk12.org/griffin/2018-2019/Summer%20Reading/8th_Grade_Summer_Reading_List_2019.pdf http://www.cobbk12.org/griffin/2018-2019/Summer%20Reading/Summ%20Rdg%20Grade%208%20Fiction.pdf http://www.cobbk12.org/griffin/2018-2019/Summer%20Reading/Summ%20Rdg%20Grade%208%20Non_Fiction.pdf If you have any questions in regards to Summer School or the Summer Reading Project, please feel free to contact me via email - Stephanie.jackson@cobbk12.org Have a wonderful summer, Ms. Jackson |
Oh! The Places You'll Go When You READ!
Students are assessed three times throughout the school year to assess their reading comprehension using the Scholastic Reading Inventory. Throughout this school year, we have made school-wide initiatives to increase students' independent reading by providing students with 30 minutes during the school day to read books they love! I have noticed my students' blossom and their love for reading grow. As the school year is coming to a close, I highly encourage students to continue reading and parents to stay involved in their child's learning throughout the summer months.
As a gentle reminder, students are required to read one novel and complete the appropriate Summer Reading Project for the upcoming school year. You will find more information posted about the Summer Reading Project in May on my blog as well as the GMS website.
As a gentle reminder, students are required to read one novel and complete the appropriate Summer Reading Project for the upcoming school year. You will find more information posted about the Summer Reading Project in May on my blog as well as the GMS website.
85% of Ms. J's students showed growth on the R.I!
Students' names are displayed on the R.I data board in the classroom! Check it out!
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Congratulations to the following students for making the MOST GROWTH on the Reading Inventory Assessment this year!
(In no specific order) Jason R Gabe S Alan C Jesus J Josephine W Yasmin B Stephanie V Rodolfo O Emelie M Addison S Namir L Carlos M Francisco P Tyasia G Monserrat G Braylen C Lakeilla J Sam H-C Roberto R Kaleb R Christian S Alan V Dianara T Dillon D Jade S Betzy R Lizzy R Christian P Katie R Charles R Akeem B Trinity H Marcus W Naomi O Brandon L Abel L Anibal E Jackie E Jocelyn C Teresa G Quenia V Mason W Juana A Jeferson G |
Welcome to Ms. Jackson's Learning Space!
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Language Arts is a SKILLS based class. In order to improve on skills, you have to practice. Practice, Practice, PRACTICE. :) |
Life is meant to be lived; cherish the exciting moments, and relish in those all too brief moments of relaxation. I am here to live my own life, and live it passionately. Ms. Jackson's Learning Space serves as a vessel for students to engage in their learning and seek out additional learning opportunities outside of the classroom! So, sit back, relax, and read on.
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Griffin Foundation
WHO ARE WE?
The Griffin Foundation is a non-profit organization formed for the sole purpose of raising funds beyond those currently provided by the Cobb County School District to fund elements of education such as technology enhancements, supplemental enriched curriculum, student services, additional faculty and capital improvements.
WHAT HAVE WE FUNDED THE PAST 4 YEARS?
• Awarded over $30,000 in Teacher Grants, providing additional resources and tools in the classrooms, including this past year: iPads & Kindles, Media Cart & books in Learning Commons, tuners and metronomes for Band & Orchestra
• Repainting/refurbishing of the theater; printers for all computer labs
• Headphones for all computers; picnic tables in the Memorial Garden
• Created an annual Legacy Award for two students who have achieved personal growth through perseverance
WHAT DO WE PLAN TO FUND?
• Outdoor Learning: a GMS Nature Trail, and refurbishing of Outdoor Classroom
• Annual Teacher/Classroom Grant program
• Capital Campaign: Give 2 Griffin (Fall)
• Haunted House (October)
• Student Lock – In (Winter)
HOW CAN YOU HELP OR GET INVOLVED?
• Donate to the campaign
• Volunteer to help with any of our events
If you would like to make a contribution to the Griffin Foundation, please click the yellow DONATE (Pay Pal) button on our GMS homepage: www.cobbk12.org/griffin/
The Griffin Foundation is a non-profit organization formed for the sole purpose of raising funds beyond those currently provided by the Cobb County School District to fund elements of education such as technology enhancements, supplemental enriched curriculum, student services, additional faculty and capital improvements.
WHAT HAVE WE FUNDED THE PAST 4 YEARS?
• Awarded over $30,000 in Teacher Grants, providing additional resources and tools in the classrooms, including this past year: iPads & Kindles, Media Cart & books in Learning Commons, tuners and metronomes for Band & Orchestra
• Repainting/refurbishing of the theater; printers for all computer labs
• Headphones for all computers; picnic tables in the Memorial Garden
• Created an annual Legacy Award for two students who have achieved personal growth through perseverance
WHAT DO WE PLAN TO FUND?
• Outdoor Learning: a GMS Nature Trail, and refurbishing of Outdoor Classroom
• Annual Teacher/Classroom Grant program
- Continue technology expansion: classroom sets of laptops with cart
• Capital Campaign: Give 2 Griffin (Fall)
• Haunted House (October)
• Student Lock – In (Winter)
HOW CAN YOU HELP OR GET INVOLVED?
• Donate to the campaign
• Volunteer to help with any of our events
- Sponsorship from your business
If you would like to make a contribution to the Griffin Foundation, please click the yellow DONATE (Pay Pal) button on our GMS homepage: www.cobbk12.org/griffin/
