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A Note from the Principal
Dr. Tim Anderson
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Learning Progression
This fall, I have observed students involved in many different aspects of reading and writing across multiple content areas in 8th and 9th grade classrooms. I have observed students working on developing background knowledge, reading and interpreting primary source documents, researching and gathering evidence to use in essays and more.
In doing this work, students are building on the foundation laid in 6
th
and 7
th
grade, where they learned to support their claims with evidence and explanation. This type of writing is typical of the type of work students are asked to do in high school and college, and happens in many of our classes. Students gather information, discuss it and then apply their understanding by using the text to form an opinion, an argument or explain understanding. At South View, we believe writing is a key skill for life.
You may know that South View has a
Writing Center
available to support students in their development as writer. The South View Writing Center is staffed by trained 9
th
grade writing coaches who are excited to work with their peers and provide feedback on student writing. Our coaches are happy to work with students at any stage in the writing and revising process.
Writing Center Hours
Before School
Tuesday-Friday 7:00 a.m.- 7:35 a.m.
After School
Monday-Thursday 2:45 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. (come before 3:20)
For additional information about the writing center contact
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Tim Anderson, Ed. D., Principal
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- Oct. 20 & 21 - No School
- Oct. 26 - 29th - 9th Grade Fall Play
- Nov. 3 & 4th - 8th Grade Retreat
- Nov. 3 - Orchestra Concert
- Nov. 18 - Grand/Special Person's Day
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Student Services Corner
The latest news from your SV counselors and School Social Workers
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Parent Education
Now that your child has moved on to middle school, where can you find a supportive community and the answers you need for your parenting concerns? The Edina Family Center is proud to offer "Beyond ECFE" classes to meet your needs.
Set some time aside once each month to learn new parenting skills, replenish your tool kit, and build your confidence as a parent. Engage with leading-edge, research-based information and strategies to promote healthy, age-appropriate child development. Guided discussion time allows you to share your joys and concerns, your challenges and experiences-and benefit from group wisdom.
Parenting Your 6th and 7th Grader
Friendships and social dynamics, balancing homework and activities, puberty, adolescent brain development, discipline and back talk, and technology and social media are concerns common to this age and stage. Topics are flexible and reflect the interest of the group.
#PE-6 & 7 9 Sessions - $160.00
Wednesdays, 12:00-1:30
9/7, 10/5, 11/2, 12/6*, 1/11, 2/1, 3/1, 4/5, 5/3
*Note: Due to a district early release date in December, this class will meet on a Tuesday this month
Parenting Your 8th & 9th Grader
Adolescent brain development, budding romance, emerging independence, parties and dances, and technology and social networking are concerns common to this age and stage. Topics are flexible and reflect the interest of the group.
#PE-8 & 9 9 Sessions - $160.00
Wednesdays, 12:00-1:30
9/14, 10/12, 11/9, 12/14, 1/18, 2/8, 3/8, 4/12, 5/10
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For the first time in many years, we have classes on the Monday/Tuesday of Thanksgiving Week. Please remember that these are scheduled school days and if students miss a test for a planned trip we encourage students to make the effort to hopefully take them before they leave.
Taking Students out of School
We understand that kids have appointments etc. and would like remind you of the procedure to make the process easier for everyone.
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Send a note with your child with their name, grade, time they are getting picked up, reason for absence and your signature.
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Student will bring the note to the office in the morning and receive a pass.
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When it is time to go they show the pass to the teacher and meet you at door.
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If the student will be returning to school, that same pass can be given to the teacher. Simple!
When students are in music or phy ed they can be more difficult to reach so following this procedure will prevent you from being late to your appointment!
Opportunities for Giving!
It's that time of year again when there are loads of opportunities for students in need.
Here are a few:
1)
VEAP Weekend Food Backpack program
2)
Free Bikes for Kids (FB4K)
3)
Rotary Thanksgiving baskets
4)
VEAP Holiday Gift program
If you or anyone you know are interested in knowing more about these opportunities, please contact:
Registration is now open for the AMC 8, a great enrichment opportunity for those who love math!
Students in grades 6, 7, and 8 who enjoy competitive mathematics are encouraged to participate in the AMC 8. The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple-choice international competition in middle school mathematics designed to enhance problem-solving skills.
The competition provides an opportunity to apply the concepts taught at the middle school level to problems ranging from easy to difficult and covering a wide range of applications. Many problems are designed to challenge students and to offer creative problem-solving experiences beyond those provided in most middle school mathematics classes.
Calculators are not allowed, meaning there IS a way to solve the problems without them! High scoring students are invited to participate in the AMC 10.
For some resources to prepare or just for fun, you can sign up for the AMC Minute Math problem:
These problems are geared for all three competitions - AMC 8, 10 or 12.
Online registration:
Scholarships available. Please contact Erica Gardner or Greg Banko if needed. We would not want financial constraints to keep a student from participating.
Coats For Kids
There is no pre-registration and is first-come, first-serve on Thursday, October 27th
starting at 10 am until supplies run out. Click
here
for info and locations.
Please note:
Families who go to the coat drive should NOT bring their children and need to have documentation via birth certificate, social security card or school ID to show proof of family size/need.
Video Club:
What: Plan, produce, edit and publish stop-motion, photo slideshows, fun movies, school events and more! Plus, have a chance to submit movies to the YEARBOOK! No Cost!
Who: Students in grades 6-9
When: Thursdays at 2:45 - 3:45pm
Where: Room 139 (Ms. Jankowski)
Sign Up: In person. Just show up on a Thursday!
Free screening of
SELMA: THE BRIDGE TO THE BALLOT
The true story of the forgotten heroes - Selma's students and teachers.
A community discussion will follow the 40-minute film featuring
Minnesota Secretary of State -
Steve Simon
Educator, Administrator & Activist - Dr. Josie R. Johnson
Attorney - Jorge Saavedra
Come to hear about the ongoing fight for voting rights
And to be inspired about what you can do now to protect the right to vote!
Thursday, October 27, 2016, 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Church of St. Patrick - Edina
6820 St. Patrick's Lane
Edina, MN 55438
This is a free event but please RSVP:
High School Speech Team
8th and 9th graders interested in joining the Speech Team please attend an informational meeting on Wednesday, November 2nd at 5:00 PM in the High School Cafeteria.
Questions email:
[email protected]
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4725 South View Lane, Edina, MN 55424
Office: 952-848-3700 | Attendance: 952-848-3702
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