Mother's Club BIG NIGHT OUT :)
Get you Big Night Out Tickets! The event is on April 12! tickets available at bnobringthebeat.givesmart.com
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Welcome
Greetings! My name is Chris Boldt, and I teach Jr. High English. Please subscribe to my blog by clicking my name on the St. Juliana School website , where you can check for the latest homework assignments, quiz/test dates, and homeroom news. You can also contact me via email - [email protected]
I LOVE teaching English! My teaching philosophy is that learning is not a “one and done.” It is a life-long journey, and school is the place to try and try again! I strive to be a “confidence builder” for all of my students by supporting them in becoming the best version of themselves academically and beyond.
The students can count on me to do EVERYTHING I can to help them be successful in their writing and grammar skills by presenting an engaging, fun, and rigorous curriculum. I make myself available for assistance by:
- Class Time: encouraging students to ask questions & providing them clarification (smart kids ask questions…)
- Review Forums at 7:35 AM: Tuesdays (7th Grade), Wednesdays (8th Grade), Thursdays (6th Grade)
- Individual Help: students can sign up for assistance on the “English 911 Helpline” clipboard
CURRICULUM:
*Grammar Skills and Usage: Study of grammar concepts in the Grammar for Writing textbook, engaging review games and writing-based practice, weekly spiraled Daily Language Review (DLR) and Friday quizzes
*Writing Experiences: Descriptive, Informative/Expository, Fictional Narrative, Reflective Narrative, Persuasive. Our writing motto is “WRITE & REVISE”: ALL students are encouraged to revise writing assignments for extra points, regardless of the initial grade..
*Grading: homework, quizzes, tests, and projects will be graded on a point system
*Extra Credit: writing center activities, monthly word puzzles, and printing out of additional writing activities to place in writing portfolio.
The students can count on me to do EVERYTHING I can to help them be successful in their writing and grammar skills by presenting an engaging, fun, and rigorous curriculum. I make myself available for assistance by:
- Class Time: encouraging students to ask questions & providing them clarification (smart kids ask questions…)
- Review Forums at 7:35 AM: Tuesdays (7th Grade), Wednesdays (8th Grade), Thursdays (6th Grade)
- Individual Help: students can sign up for assistance on the “English 911 Helpline” clipboard
CURRICULUM:
*Grammar Skills and Usage: Study of grammar concepts in the Grammar for Writing textbook, engaging review games and writing-based practice, weekly spiraled Daily Language Review (DLR) and Friday quizzes
*Writing Experiences: Descriptive, Informative/Expository, Fictional Narrative, Reflective Narrative, Persuasive. Our writing motto is “WRITE & REVISE”: ALL students are encouraged to revise writing assignments for extra points, regardless of the initial grade..
*Grading: homework, quizzes, tests, and projects will be graded on a point system
*Extra Credit: writing center activities, monthly word puzzles, and printing out of additional writing activities to place in writing portfolio.
- Writing Process is emphasized: prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing.
- GENRES: Descriptive, Informative/Expository, Fictional Narrative, Reflective Narrative, Persuasive
- Independent Writing Activities:writing center and daily writing assignments, compiled in a Writing Portfolio.
- Students are responsible to print at home all writing assignments done on the computer or make arrangements with a classmate
- Our motto is “WRITE & REVISE”: ALL are encouraged to revise writing assignments for extra points, regardless of the initial grade
- GENRES: Descriptive, Informative/Expository, Fictional Narrative, Reflective Narrative, Persuasive
- Independent Writing Activities:writing center and daily writing assignments, compiled in a Writing Portfolio.
- Students are responsible to print at home all writing assignments done on the computer or make arrangements with a classmate
- Our motto is “WRITE & REVISE”: ALL are encouraged to revise writing assignments for extra points, regardless of the initial grade
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Lifesaver Mints needed :)
If any family is able to donate mint Lifesavers for our class "Encourage-Mint" jar it would be so very appreciated...
Class Donations :)
If any family is able to donate mint Lifesavers, Jolly Ranchers, or Dum-Dum suckers it would be so very appreciated :)
Thanks so much!
Class Donations...
If any family is able to donate mint Lifesavers or Jolly Ranchers it would be so very appreciated :)
Thanks so much!
Last Call to Order YEARBOOKS...
Parents,
Happy Valentine's Day!
This is just a friendly reminder that today is the last day to buy a yearbook for your student.
I've also attached the form with the link to submit photos of your student from this school year to us—we don't have any pictures of the 6th grade yet! https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/FMfcgzQZTMHNTrFwmjxPgQJwkbnTwHQc?projector=1&messagePartId=0.1
Please reach out if you have any trouble with either link!
Best,
Ms. Julia Salabaj
Important Mail Coming Home Today...
Dear Parents,
You are receiving three important documents today. Please review them and send back the required signed forms.
1. iReady Home Report - This document is for your information. There is no need to return it.
2. Main Street Counseling Consent Form - please sign and return this document for each of your children. This form gives the counselors the ability to teach SEL classes (how to be a good friend, anxiety strategies, etc) to the whole class. It also gives them the ability to meet with your child one - on -one. Please note that a phone call to the parent(s) will take place before any individual conversations happen.
3. Family/Student Handbook - An updated handbook is going home with the youngest/only child in each family. Please sign and return the Acknowledgement of Receipt.
Book Fair E-Wallet Info...
Thank you for supporting the fair! What happens to eWallets after the Fair?
After you close out the Fair, unused eWallet funds will convert to an eGift Card balance, which can be found in the account holder’s My Scholastic account. From here, families can:
1) Use the balance to fund a new eWallet for a future Book Fair.
2) Shop online with Scholastic.
Families will receive a monthly email reminder with their remaining balance, so they don't forget to spend their funds. They will never lose their funds.
8th Grade Donations Request
Greetings 8th Grade Families!
The Class of 2025 is currently working on a Catholic Schools Week project: composing a "toast" to their time at SJS by recalling the value of their Catholic education and memories made. The students will ultimately be sharing their writing with the class on Thursday. If possible, we will enjoy a small cup of sparkling grape juice after all toasts have been presented.
If you are able, please send in a bottle of sparkling grape juice for our celebration. Thank you so very much :)
The Class of 2025 is currently working on a Catholic Schools Week project: composing a "toast" to their time at SJS by recalling the value of their Catholic education and memories made. The students will ultimately be sharing their writing with the class on Thursday. If possible, we will enjoy a small cup of sparkling grape juice after all toasts have been presented.
If you are able, please send in a bottle of sparkling grape juice for our celebration. Thank you so very much :)
Book Fair HELP Needed :)
Book fair fliers are coming home today. Join us for the Open House and shop as a family this Sunday, 1/26/25 from 10:30am to 12:00pm. Preview day is Monday, 1/27/25 (8am – 3:30pm) and wish lists will come home. Students will shop as a class Tuesday, 1/28/25 through Thursday 1/30/25 (8am – 3:30pm). Feel free to stop by at pickup to shop with your child any of the days. Payment can be set up through eWallet (see link below), cash, credit card, Apple Pay or check made out to St. Juliana. DON’T FORGET TO ADD 10.5% TAX. Please consider rounding up for “All for Books” which benefits the SJS classrooms as well. The book fair will be located in the School Hall. Encourage your children to buy at least one book before trinkets. The volunteers will also try their best to assist!
We are looking for volunteers (MUST be VIRTUS trained)! Even an hour of your time makes a difference! Please volunteer at this link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805054BA8AC2CAAFC1-54253984-january
More details/eWallet can be found here:
7th & 8th Grade Dance :)
Out of Uniform day tomorrow
Thanks, Ms. Scotkovsky :)
Moretti's Fundraiser
SPREAD THE WORD! MORETTI'S IS DONATING 15% OF FOOD SALES From everyone mentioning ST JULIANA SCHOOL, and FUNDRAISER on December 11th! Enjoy Moretti's Famous Pizza or Anything Off Our Delicious Menu. Good for Dine In - Delivery - Carry Out! * Must Phone-In Orders for Delivery & Carry Out Orders from 3rd Party Delivery Apps Do Not Apply to Fundraiser Enjoy great food for a great cause!
Remember to wear your TEAM shirt on Monday :)
Remember to wear your TEAM shirt on Monday :)
REPORT CARDS
Trimester One report cards are going home today. There will also be a "Personal & Social Growth" report included as well. Please sign the envelope and have your student return it to school on Monday.
Thank You!
Thank You!
Tomorrow is the final day for publishing party donations :)
This Wednesday, ALL English classes will be having their second publishing party, celebrating the completion of our Fictional Narrative Writing Unit.
The theme will be: CAMPOUT
The theme will be: CAMPOUT
Any families that are able to donate "s'mores snacks" for this party, we are in need of:
- graham crackers
- mini marshmallows
- plain M& M's, snack sized hershey bars, or chocolate chips
Thanks SO much :)