Wednesday, November 9, 2011

2011-2012 7th Grade IHIP sample NYS

INDIVIDUAL HOME INSTRUCTION PLAN


NAME OF CHILD: 

ADDRESS:
DOB:
GRADE LEVEL: 7
TODAY'S DATE: July, 3 2011
SCHOOL YEAR: 2011-2012

DATES FOR SUBMITTAL OF QUARTERLY REPORTS:
11/15/11, 1/30/12, 4/15/12, 6/30/12

Jonathon will be using various methods/tools for 7th-grade instruction in all the subjects specified in Section 100.10 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education. The corresponding subtopics may include and are not limited to:

Mathematics


Prime and composite numbers, square root, order of operations, absolute value, inequalities, numeration, properties of nonnegative integers, rational numbers and fractions, ratio, proportion, percent, finite, infinite, and empty sets, basic geometry concepts and terms, development and use of formulas, perimeter, circumference, area, metric and customary measurement ,reading and constructing graphs, measures of central tendency: mean, mode, median, range, elementary business mathematics, use of calculators and computers.


Instruction methods/tools may include and shall not be limited to: Basic Mathematics (Abeka Publishing).Various reference materials: Calculator, books, Sullivan free library, games, internet websites, worksheets, workbooks.

English
Improving reading skills, literary terms, novels, short stories, plays, myths, legends, ballads, types of poetry, biography and autobiography, planning and producing dramatizations, speech activities. listening skills, refining dictionary skills, spelling, parts of speech, number, gender of nouns and pronouns ,punctuation of conversation, clauses and phrases, compound sentences, writing descriptions, reports, journals, letters, note taking and outlining, extending reference skills: atlases, directories, encyclopedias, periodicals, on-line information services, and other electronic reference material, library organization, penmanship.



Instruction methods/tools may include and shall not be limited to: Composition and grammar 1 (Abeka publications) Penmanship for Christian Writing (Rod and Staff Publishers) ,Spelling by Sound and Structure (Rod and Staff Publishers), Reading 7th: A time to gather (Rod and Staff Publishing). Various reference materials: dictionaries, thesaurus, fiction and non-fiction books, Sullivan free library, journal/narrative/essay/poetry writing books, Internet websites.

U.S. History, Geography
Voyages of Columbus, Spanish exploration, other explorations, the first colonies, English colonies ,wars with France, The American Revolution, British control, rebellion of the colonies, war for independence , Constitution, Jacksonian Era, Industrial Revolution, The Civil War, Reconstruction, Gilded Age, Progressive era, World War I, Great Depression ,World War II, origins of the Cold War, Vietnam, Truman to Nixon, Ending of the Cold War.

Instruction methods/tools may include and shall not be limited to: America: The land I love (Abeka Publishing) Various reference materials: dictionaries, thesaurus, globe, atlas, maps, encyclopedias, biographies and non-fiction books, Sullivan free library, internet websites, art, magazines, videos, projects, research and writing essays.

 
Science

Plants,human Anatomy & physiology ,creation & science, biological classification, mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, & amphibians (cold-blooded), insects & other arthropods, microbiology, forestry, ecology.


Instruction methods/tools may include and shall not be limited to: Science Order and Design (Abeka Publishing). Various reference materials: dictionaries, thesaurus, globe, atlas, maps, encyclopedias, biographies and non-fiction books, Sullivan free library, internet websites, art, magazines, videos, projects, experiments, hands on activities, microscope.
  

Music
Wide exposure to all forms of music, singing, instruments.

Instruction methods/tools may include and shall not be limited to:
Developing in Music (Rod and Staff Publishers)
Various reference materials: DVD and videos, music CDs, songs, sing along.

Visual Arts
Art appreciation, art history, computer drawing skills, Corel software basics, exploration of various mediums and techniques.

Instruction methods/tools may include and shall not be limited to: YMCA, Various reference materials: biographies books, Sullivan free library, internet websites, magazines, videos. Various art supplies: clay, paint, crayons, pencils, sketchpads, felt, chalk, Wacom Bamboo and Corel Software.

Phys. Ed.
Various Personal Health and Fitness, learning a safe and healthy Environment


Instruction methods/tools may include and shall not be limited to: Daily routine exercises, swimming, bike riding, dog walking, Exercise DVD and videos, Sullivan Parks and Recreation, YMCA.

Health/Safety (integrated into science, and daily family life)

Good grooming and posture, Dental health, Healthy habits and lifestyles, Exercise and fitness, Effects of stimulants and narcotics, Functions of the body, Circulation and respiration, Germ theory, Sexually transmitted diseases, Family life, Toxins and antitoxins, Antibiotics, Immunization, Chemotherapy, Genetic disorders, Personal and public safety, Accident prevention, Personality development, Substance abuse.

Instruction methods/tools may include and shall not be limited to:
Various reference material: Family physician and dentist, Reference books, internet sites, Sullivan Free Library.


Practical Arts / Technology (integrated into math, science, and daily family life)

Household finances, balancing, cooking and recipes, home maintenance, vehicle care and maintenance, furniture design and restoration.

Instruction methods/tools may include and shall not be limited to: Hands on activities with family

As per Education Law, sections 801, 804, 806 and 808, the following subjects to be covered: patriotism and citizenship; health education regarding alcohol, drug and tobacco misuse; highway safety and traffic regulations, including bicycle safety; and fire and arson prevention and safety.



Primary instruction to CHILD's NAME  will be provided by NAME and NAME, his parents. Supplemental instruction will be provided by others, as necessary.

The best pie crust ever!


Pie Crust
This is a flaky, thick and delicious crust that come out perfect every time.


Makes 4 single or 2 double crusts 9" 10"

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups shortening or lard
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 egg
1/2 cup very cold water



Directions
This pie crust doesn't much more than 10 minutes to make.

1.Add flour, shortening or lard, sugar, and salt to a large bowl.

2. Mix flour and shortening or lard with a pastry cutter until it looks nice and crumbly. I also put it in my stand mix on low for a minute using the my pastry hook.

3. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, egg, and water. Add to the flour mixture, stirring in till well-moistened.

4. Knead lightly to mix in all the flour then shape it into a great, big, wonderful ball of pastry dough. Important*** Do not over handle the dough

5. Stand back and admire it for a few second and think yummmmm, Pie!

6. Divide the dough into four equal portions. Wrap with plastic or bag it and refrigerate for a minimum of 15 minutes before rolling.

7. Bake time depends on the thickness and pie filling.