Mrs. Robins

Mrs. Robins

Cell Phone/Ear Bud Policy

Phones/device MUST be inside backpacks (not in a pocket) in class and and in the hallways.

No earbuds/airpods in hallway.

Devices can be used after a student eats & cleans up their lunch.

Why the change?

Other Important Info...

Supplies

• Make sure your child has a pencil and reading book each day
• Clorox wipes, pencils, candy donations always appreciated
• Donating to our reading program is my #1 request:)

Flexible Seating

is an essential part of a brain-friendly class allowing student choice, movement and creativity to promote focus and engagement.

Students will choose a new seat during the first week of school to see what works for them.

That becomes "home base" for the trimester.

We'll move to tables for group work and

they'll be in teams where they can earn

points for a party.

iRead Program

I Have Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

• I'm in remission and manage the disease well (see my blog for more information)
• I do have a compromised immune system. Please don't send sick children to my class--I'd be so grateful!
• I'm very open about talking about my disease, so don't hesitate to ask questions.

My family ...

3 kids (18, 16, 13)

Married for 22 yrs.

Mrs. Robins Stats...

Goal: To create lifelong readers!

See iRead Program Handout for Specifics

At Home: 30 minutes a night x 5 days a week minimum!

Grading: Weekly Reading Responses (Fridays) Form

to verify weekly reading that will be due each Friday.

iRead Program

DSU Graduate, 2012

BA, English Literature & Composition

Secondary Education

SUU Graduate, 2019

M.Ed, Education & Educational Administration

Reading Specialist

Dyslexia Screen/Remediation Certified, 2017

Starting my 8th year at LRIS!

High rates of student growth

Specializing in adolescent brain learning/

teaching writing to all ability levels.

Passionate about what I do!

When a student finishes a book, they need to record it on their Bingo sheet in their Reader's Notebook. Write the title and "1" for 1st trimester.

When I pass it off and talk to them, I'll sign it.

We do have a book equivalency (see handout).

ANY book level-appropriate counts: just ask!

iRead Program Rewards

iRead Club

It's our goal to making reading fun and reward students for a job well done!

Prizes include:

• "Bingo" prizes-candy/small items
• Random in-class reading rewards and holiday reading challenges.
• LA Gecko Days-students must read 6 books between beginning of trimester-midterm/midterm to end of term to qualify.
• iRead Club-Read the equivalent of 36 books (a full bingo card) for t-shirt, candy bar and party!!

What will my child learn this year?

Students who read the equivalency of

36 books (a full bingo card) will be part of the Lava Ridge iRead Club!

They earn a t-shirt, candy bar and ticket into the epic end-of-year party. This is an impressive accomplishment and doable at any level!

• To be a lifelong reader
• To be a critical thinker
• To improve their writing skills
• Prepared for end-of-level tests
• Speaking, listening and social skills
• How to increase and understand vocabulary
• How to navigate texts of all kinds
• How to write argumentative and explanatory essays

Text Blasts

1, 2, 4, 5, 6 periods

Text @robinsla-7 to 81010

Advisory Class

Text @robinsadvi to 81010

Communication

Writing!!

Blog: www.theb7robinsnest.blogspot.com

Weekly Emails

Occasional Text Reminders

Email: rachel.robins@washk12.org

School Phone: 652-4742

Follow me on Insta @therealmrsrobins

SEPs are October 3rd from 3-6pm

What does writing look like?

• Daily Quick Writes to build stamina (Writer's Notebook)
• Informational and Argumentative Essays
• Writing within context of novels

iRead Support!

Writing is my thing!

• I'm a writer by trade and firmly believe everyone can write! I know the tricks & your child is in good hands with me:)

We are only able to run our program with support from the community. We will gladly take donations of any kind (cash, candy, gift cards).

If you wish to become a corporate sponsor, please

fill out the purple sheet and email me your logo.

We are happy to promote your business and recognize your awesomeness in promoting reading!

Class Assignments

Most assignments will be in Google Classroom or linked in Powerschool.

To see what a student missed simply check the blog. If it's a paper only assignment, it's located in the box in the front of the room:)

No late work accepted after 2 weeks.

Mrs. Robins

Teachers & Treats Tuesday!

7th grade Language Arts

2019-2020