https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet Important notices, links, documents, and resources en-us 2018-08-15 15:43:43 UTC 2023-02-18 19:05:41 UTC hello@padlet.com MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273278899 2018-08-15 15:43:43 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273278899 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273278902 2018-08-15 15:43:43 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273278902 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273278904 2018-08-15 15:43:43 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273278904 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273278906 2018-08-15 15:43:43 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273278906 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273280141 Please be sure to pick up a class syllabus and browse the surplus supplies list on SignUp Genius.]]> 2018-08-15 15:49:55 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273280141 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273281926 Read the attached document with your student, sign it together, and send it to school before or on September 4. ]]> 2018-08-15 15:57:33 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273281926 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273703859 These tips are for students of ALL ages. Everyone needs to go through a transition to refocus for a great new year!
https://goo.gl/eqsZKG]]> 2018-08-17 13:22:34 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/273703859 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/274711854 Today your student was given the opportunity to learn about some of the origins of the English language and practice identifying, writing, and defining words of Greek and Latin roots.

A graded practice assignment will be returned in class tomorrow.

Test your knowledge tonight!
****Using the roots in the attached image, can you both create a list of five words you know the definitions of that use each root?

Example: The Latin root ‘port’ means to carry.
The terms portable, import, export, important, and report all deal with the movement or caring of people or goods.

]]> 2018-08-22 20:51:41 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/274711854 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/274955574 Tomorrow, your learners will sign in to the electronic sites they will be using this year and practice completing assignments on Edmodo and CommonLit. 

Read the rubric for the All About Me Presentation (sent home with student) and look over the parent guide for "The Human Seasons" assignment (online).

Review both with your student over the weekend to prepare them for class Monday.

]]> 2018-08-23 18:01:23 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/274955574 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/275682036 Most students presented their introductory projects today. Ask your learner tonight at dinner: 

"What did you learn about life or yourself while creating the presentation? What did you enjoy about introducing yourself?"

Check out some suggestions from The Family Dinner Project for tomorrow's topic of discussion and other helpful resources.]]> 2018-08-27 20:01:27 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/275682036 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/277775905 Parents, your learners have written homework!

"Using your thesis statement notes, continue to practice by responding to the prompt: What is the most valuable school supply?"

Please review the work and look for more practice that will be sent home in the coming days.]]> 2018-09-04 22:31:39 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/277775905 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/278109762 Husky Families,

This is the fun part of the year. We are beginning to study grammar!

Bettering your skills is a useful tool is assisting your learner while they grow as readers and writers. You can participate in the same tasks they are given and work ahead at your own pace.

Sign up for NoRedInk.com us a student sing the class codes posted below and take the diagnostic. It will measure what you could use a refresher course in learning. Students cannot see who is enrolled in the class. Only your progress is monitored and displayed to you by the website.

CLASS CODES
Honors English I (1st Block): dear puppy 37
English II (2nd Block): splendid clock 53
English II (3rd Block): solid kettle 91]]> 2018-09-05 17:42:13 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/278109762 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/279000287 Learn a bit more about the culture from which our root word study has been.

The 41st Yiasou Greek Festival at 
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral (600 East Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203) will host heritage and family fun!

Take pictures to show the class as we continue etymology next week.

]]> 2018-09-07 19:15:47 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/279000287 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/286647514 As we wrap up September, foundations have been set and students are diving into new content!

This week the focus was informational texts and freedom of expression (Amendment I) with attention to Banned Books Week.

Celebrate your right to read and talk about what everyday liberties you enjoy in your daily lives.

Check out information about banned books in the link and talk about some at dinner tonight!]]> 2018-09-27 17:14:14 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/286647514 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/289403415 Students should be studying away for another Greek and Latin Root quiz tomorrow and grammar quiz Monday. 

After all that classroom fun, families are invited to have ball at the CCA Fall Festival located at the Lower Campus.

Work hard AND play hard!]]> 2018-10-04 21:52:56 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/289403415 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/293994210 The next two weeks will cement foundation knowledge and initial skills needed to peruse mastery analysis as we move into novels and drama.

Please review thesis statements, symbolism, characterization, and allusions with your student. Casually ask them to define the terms and give an example.

How would they rate their own comprehension of the skills?

Formal study guides will follow to prepare for assessment. ]]> 2018-10-17 17:24:53 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/293994210 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/295680961 Parents, review online grammar practice with your student in preparation for the assessment this week.

Can you reach mastery along with them? How are you at identifying verbs and prepositions?

Happy Monday]]> 2018-10-22 20:02:01 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/295680961 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/302710683 Parents,

Students should be preparing for the upcoming grammar quiz and unit test by reviewing handouts and notes and completing practice on NoRedInk.com.

Daily assessments are ongoing, however, if students should find they would like individual assistance, please, direct them to Advisory study sessions Tuesday through Thursday.]]> 2018-11-09 18:35:37 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/302710683 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/303953928 Parents,

The first assignment to earn Honors credit was to be picked up this past Friday.

None of the students who expressed interest in earning weighted GPA scores seized the opportunity. I was able to hand out four of the direction sheets while on dismissal duty last week, but am further disappointed that the rest still have not come to me.

Honors credit is to be earned through self-determination and extended effort. I will allow those still interested another day to state their intent by retrieving the first assignment. It is due no later than November 19. Please consult with your student and email me with any questions.

aedwards@cabarruscharter.org]]> 2018-11-13 18:45:52 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/303953928 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/309834342 Students have begun notes and practice to study Joseph Campbell's Hero Journey. 

Please review those notes with your student and refer to these common tales to better understand the elements. ]]> 2018-11-30 15:58:56 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/309834342 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/311459349 Parents,

Students have begun working on a display of their understanding of the hero's journey using a text of their choosing. 

Please review the directions and rubric with your student and check in for updates on their progress.

Uploads are due by 8am this Friday.

The grammar test has been rescheduled to Monday. Diagnostic assessments and practice assignments have been posted on NoRedInk.com.]]> 2018-12-05 16:48:06 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/311459349 MsAEdwards https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/315230499 2018-12-17 16:24:26 UTC https://padlet.com/MsAEdwards/parentpadlet/wish/315230499