Mater Academy Middle / High School



Mater Lakes Academy Middle/High School

A Miami Dade County Public Charter School

17300 NW 87th Avenue

Miami, Fl. 33018 (305) 512-3917

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Ms. Vanessa Gonzalez- Estefani

ESOL Teacher

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Welcome Letter/Parent & Student Contract

Dear Parents and Students,

Welcome back to Mater Lakes Academy! I would like to take the opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Vanessa Gonzalez-Estefani and I am very excited to be your child’s ESOL teacher. I am currently on maternity leave and will return to the classroom on Monday, November 16th. Mrs. Lourdes Gonzalez will be teaching my classes until I return. It is important for parents and students to sit down together and read and discuss the information provided in this document. Please sign and date the attached form and return it to me as soon as possible.

GENERAL PROCEDURES

In order to succeed in this class, each student should know what is expected of them. The following are responsibilities that will guarantee a great year:

• Come to class regularly and ON TIME.

• Have materials ready and available at ALL TIMES.

• Complete and turn in assignments ON TIME.

TARDIES

If your child has three or more unexcused tardies they will receive a detention.

ABSENCES

Students who are absent are responsible for making up the work that was missed. Students will have 48 hours from the day they return to make up all assignments missed.

ASSESSMENTS

There will be a variety of assessment tools that will be used throughout the year, which include teacher observations, projects, quizzes and tests. Projects, quizzes and tests are important to use in the classroom setting because it allows me as the teacher to see what are my student’s strengths and weaknesses. These form of assessments will be assigned on a regular basis and students will be given ample time to prepare. At times, however, I may assign students a pop quiz to ensure that they have understood the material and are well prepared for class. Announcements concerning projects, quizzes or tests will be available on our homework board and on our website, .

CLASSROOM RULES

1. Enter class in complete uniform.

2. Be seated and ready to work when the bell rings.

3. Raise your hand and be acknowledged prior to speaking.

4. Bring all supplies daily.

5. Bring homework daily.

6. Treat teacher and fellow students with respect.

7. Cell phones are to be turned off at all times.

8. No gum, food or drinks allowed in classroom.

CONSEQUENCES FOR BREAKING CLASSROOM RULES

1. Verbal Warning/ Teacher-student conference

2. Detention/ Parent Conference

3. Referral

REWARD

1. Verbal Praise

2. No Homework Pass

CATEGORIES FOR GRADES

Homework: 15%

Classwork: 15%

Bell ringers: 10%

Test: 20%

Quiz: 15%

Project/ Notebook Check: 20%

Other/ Extra Credit: 5%

EFFORT GRADING SCALE

1: Outstanding Effort

2: Satisfactory Effort

3: Insufficient Effort

MATERIALS REQUIRED

• (1) Flash drive

• (1) Folder

• (1) Notebook for Bell ringer & Notes.

• Blue or Black ink pens/ Pencils

• Two red pens & highlighters

• College Ruled lined paper

I encourage you to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. The best way to reach us is via email at vestefani@ or 948352@ I am looking forward to working with you and your child. Remember, communication is the key to a great parent-teacher relationship.

Sincerely,

Ms. Vanessa Gonzalez-Estefani

Mrs. Lourdes Gonzalez

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*REMINDER*

Please sign the attached form, stating that you have read and understand the terms of this letter/contract.

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I have read and understand the terms of this Welcome Letter/ Student & Parent Contract. I accept the responsibilities stated in this document.

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Student’s Name (PRINT)

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Student’s Signature

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Date

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I have read and understand the terms of this Welcome Letter. I am aware of my child’s responsibilities, which are stated in this document.

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Parent/Guardian’s Name (PRINT)

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Parent/Guardian’s Signature

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Child’s Name (PRINT)

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Date

Parent Contact/ Emergency Contact:

Name: ____________________ Phone # ____________ Email: _______________

Name: ____________________ Phone # ____________ Email: _______________

Additional Info/ Comments:

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