Team K - Team K - 9th Grade

Thursday, September 9th, 2010

WELCOME TO THE TEAM K WEB PAGE!
Together we are committed in joining with you in partnership of parents and teachers who will work together to provide the bestt educational learning environment for your child while in attendance in ninth grade here at the Charlotte Amalie High School. To this end we pledge to have an open-classroom policy which means that parents can come and sit in our classes to view the learning process as it takes place. Parental conference meetings can be scheduled so that togehter we will be able to give your child the greatest assistance in achieving educational excellence.

Please call between the hours of 12:15-1:30 from Monday to Friday to make appointments to visit the classrooms and to engage in a parental conference. Parental meetings are scheduled on Tuesday in Room N106 at 12:00-1:30. The contact number is 774-0780 ext 4536.

Meet Team K Teachers

Ms. Belmonte recieved a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education with a Major in Math from St. Peter's College, Philippines. Years experience: 3 yrs- 2 yrs at C.A.H.S.

Mrs. Charles-King received a Bachelor in Teacher Education from teh University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus, Barbados. Years of experience: 15 years-1st yr at C.A.H.S.

Mrs. Cerge received a Bacherlor of Science in Medical Technology, Minor Biochemistry from Eastern Michigan University and a Masters of Arts in Education: Computer Technology from the University of the Virgin Islands. Years of experience: 15 years-6 yrs at C.A.H.S.

Mrs. Dancy-Benjamin received a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Masters of Arts in Education: Administration and Supervision both from the University of the Virgin Islands. Years of experience: 17 years- all at C.A.H.S.

Mrs. Benjamin - English 9, Pre AP
Mrs. Cerge - Physical Science
Mrs. King - Caribbean History
Ms. Belmonte - Algebra and Geometry

Team K Rules and Regulations
1. All school rules addressed in the Student Handbook must be adhered to.
2. Treat each other with RESPECT therefore not fighting or bickering.
3. School uniform dress code must be adhered to.
4. No gum cheewing, eating or dirnking soda in the classroom.
5. I.D.'s must be worn on the collar with the picture facing forward.
6. No excessive talking because it distracts from the learning process.
7. Be on time and be ready to start to work at the second bell.
8. Bring English notebooks, assignment books and pens everyday.


[Click to enlarge]	Mrs. Dancy-Benjamin Pre AP-Honors English and English 9 Language of Literature, McDougal Littell, 2006

Please be advised that to achieve success in English you dark blue will need the following supplies:
a. one three(3) subject notebook or a 3 ring binder divided into three sections
b. two dark blue pens and two black pens
c. one large black and white copybook(to be used for journal writing) d. one pack of loose-leaf paper
e. two (two-pocket) laminated folders
f. one pack of colored pencils (12 pencil pack)
g. one bottle or pen of Wite Out.

Classroom procedures and routines are as followed:
a. Be at your desk by the second bell.
b. Be prepared to begin class work by the second bell
c. Raise you hand to participate and do not holler at the teacher or classmates.
d. Consult the front or side board for the Purpose Setting Objectives each day.
e. Date your paper and write the Purpose Setting Objectives each day in notebooks.
f. Write the Home Assignments in you Assignment books each day.
g. Pick up chairs quietly and put them down quietly when going into group activities and at the end of group activities.
h. Put all supplies back into their designated places.
i. When the lights are flickered twice it means QUIET!
j. WAIT FOR THE TEACHER TO DISMISS YOU AT THE END OF CLASS!

The Grading System in English includes tests (40%), essays, journals, quizzes and writing portfolios (30%), classwork, homework, unit projects (30%).


	Mrs. Dora Cerge Physical Science cerge_science@yahoo.com Textbook: Prentice Hall Physical Science, 2006 edition

In Physical Science, students will develop scientific, technological and mathematical literacy. Students will experience science through inquiry-based learning incorporating problem solving, questioning, hands-on opportunities and peer collaboration. Students will be able to engage in intelligent debate and develop a knowledge base as related to science.

The Grading Policy includes tests (30%), quizzes (20%), labs (20%), classwork/ homework (20%), and science fair (10%). Students are responsible to take notes, complete classwork and homework independently, assigned projects and work cooperatively in laboratory and on team projects. Creative learning will be incorporated through song and dance, poetry, writing and science projects.

Materials needed include looseleaf, a three ring binder, writing utensils, assigned textbook. ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY! Be aware that you are tardy if you are not in the room when the bell rings. Five unexcused tardies are equal to one unexcused absence and will result in one(1) point off the grade for the marking period.

At the teacher discretion, any assessment may be redone if the student did not completely master the intended content or skills and he/she demonstrated sincere effort (59%-69%) or prepare for the assessment the first time it was given. Repeating a test is a privilege, not something to be taken for granted. Students must redo work within one week of original assessment. The highest grade will be recorded.


	Ms. Hart Algebra I Textbooks: 1. Discovering Algebra An Investigative Approach

In Algebra and Geometry class, students will be trained to work independently. Different investigation activities are done inside the room to train students and discover new concepts in math. Activities can be done by pair or by group. Series of exercises are given to develop the expected skills needed to be mastered in each topic.

Materials needed in the classroom are the following:
1.) 1 copybook with a cover ( 1st period- red, 2nd period - yellow, 4th period - blue)
2.) looseleaf
3.) pencil

Rules inside the Classroom:
1.) Attendance is a must.
2.) Students who are absent are expected to check the logbook and know which topic and activity they missed for the day or days they were absent.
3.) As soon as the second bell rings, each student are expected to be on their seats with the calculator and other necessary materials needed for the class.
4.) Students are expected to leave the classroom clean and in order.

The grading policy include the following:
30% - Chapter Tests, 25% - quizzes, 25% - seatworks, 15% (assignment, project & journals), 5% class participation.


	Mrs. R. Charles-King Caribbean History 1. The Caribbean Story (Books 1, 2, 3), Lennox Honeychurch 2. The People Who Came (Book 1), Patricia Patterson 3. Arawaks to Africans, R. Greenwood 4. Emancipation to Emigration, R. Greenwood 5. Roots I, Roots II, Roots III, Voyage of Columbus, Hunters of the Caribbean (Videos) 6. Carib Vision Channel 2

This course traces the geological, geographical, social and economic history of the Caribbean from Pre-Columbian time to the present. Special emphasis will be placed on African slaves and its effects, migration and immigration patterns, the West Indies Federation, the impact of labor unions on the political life of the region, the move towards independence, regional co-operation, the contemporary culture and the United States in the Caribbean.

Grade tabulation is as followed: Tests 20%, quizzes 20%, Projects 20% and Class/Homework 40%. Supplies needed the the class include 1-1/2 binder with sheet protectors, crayons or markers, loose leaf, 1 composition book, 1 highlighter and 1 Wite Out and 1 red pen.

Students must submit assignments on time. All late assignments will result in 2 points off per day past the due date. All assignments must be written in black or blue ink. All assignments must be headed with the student's name, date, class period and topic. Students must listen and read about Caribbean news daily. Quizzes will be given on assigned readings. Tests will be given at the end of each unit. Projects comprise of Caribbean maps and flags, and presentation of entitled Island showcase. Students will debate on the issue of slavery and compose poems/short stories and draw cartoons to show their understanding of concepts. Students will make oral presentations on sub topics in Caribbean History.

Students will respect and comply with all school and classroom rules. I.D.'s must be worn at all time. Offensive and innapropriate language will not be tolorated.

[Back to Top]