Wednesday 16th September 2015

Year 7 Parents’ Information Morning

General Information*P.E. days are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Please ensure children have their gear.

*Punctuality is extremely important.

*Homework is given Monday to Thursday.

*Reading, phonics and spellings are still important.

*Healthy eating is encouraged.

*Tin whistle needed on Wednesday.

Literacy• Language and literacy will be considered

in a holistic way, taking account of Talking and Listening, Reading and Writing which extend across all areas of the curriculum.

• This year we will focus on writing genres.

Talking & ListeningThink about what is being said and

language used.Speak confidently for a variety of

purposes.Capture interest of audience e.g. gesture

and expression.

ReadingRead a variety of texts. Collins, Nelson, novel

& reading scheme.Collins Guided Reading Scheme with related

tasks.Analysing and responding to text at

appropriate level.Continue Accelerated Reader on iPADs.

WritingDevelop skills in conveying ideas

and information for range of purposes.

Encourage planning, drafting and evaluating their work.

Encourage neat presentation and accurate punctuation in work.

Language and LiteracyLiteracy is therefore a key to learning as well

as a key to enjoyment and personal growth.

Northern Ireland Curr.

News Desk

Library of online resources related to news topics with pupil tasks in all subject areas.

Pupils can share opinions on topics with ‘Have Your Say’.

Mathematics and NumeracyNumeracy is a life skill.Consolidate concepts and encourage them to

reflect on their strategies and work.Discuss the processes involved in finding a

solution or presenting work.Encourage mental maths and incorporate ICT

resources.

Mathematics

NumberMeasuresShape & SpaceHandling DataProblem SolvingALTA

WAU Topics

Wind VictoriansTitanicThe FamineSchool Play

ReligionAlive-O 7ConfirmationClass RetreatRSE (Relationships & Sexuality

Education)‘A Confirmation Year’ Workbook

PATHSnew PDMU programme in Years

4-7PATHS is a social-emotional

learning curriculum that focuses on teaching children improved thinking skills and responsible decision making.

Aimed at promoting positive self-esteem and alternative thinking skills

Parental input required for Pupil of the day.

The Arts and P.E.Art workshopsCarol service & Culture DayMusic & Tin whistle DramaPE lessons Specialised coaching

ICTIntegrating ICT into the curriculumiPAD and using appsICT tasksMake use of facilities at homeE-Mailing homework as attachmentsIntroduction to Programming with Scratch

HOW TO HELP AT HOMEEncourage your child to establish a homework routine.

Check that homework is completed each evening.Ensure that your child reading each week, talk about what

they have read. Develop a wide vocabulary.(list)If your child is not keen to read, consider audio CDs.Spend some time each day checking spellings and quick

recall of times tables.Show an interest in what your child is doing in school and

talk to them in a positive manner.Access online resources to reinforce topics.Keep the teacher informed as necessary of any illness,

family issue, medical condition.

Calendar for Year Seven

Term OneStart of year Mass Parent teacher meetings October. (Year 7 children only) Service of Light & Commitment CeremonyBring n’ Buy SaleCarol Service

Term TwoSchool visits and open daysConfirmation RetreatSacrament of ConfirmationRSE (Relationships & Sexuality Education)Culture Day

Term ThreeYear 7 PlayActivity DayEnd of Year TripRecords of AchievementLeavers’ Mass

OPPOSE NOTED WASTEFULCONTEST FATIGUE LENIENTCONCEAL FEEBLE RESTRAINREVEAL GRAVE CONDEMNCOMMENCE SANITARY EMPLOYABANDON HOAX RELEASEABODE IMITATE APPROVEADHERE INSOLENT NEAT x2AID INTENTION

Thank you for your attention!