About Me
I have been teaching English at CMS since 2008. I graduated from The University of St. Joseph (Saint Joseph College) with a BA in English and my MA and Sixth Year from the University of Hartford. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and spending time with my family.
Reading Requirements
Academic students are required to read a minimum of 80 pages per week and complete one reading response per week. . If not directly assigned by the teacher, students will choose what to write from a focus sheet attached to the inside cover of the Reader’s Notebook. A copy of that document can be found here: Reading Focus - RNB Questions While reading, students are encouraged to keep track of information on post it notes This information can then be used to produce the reading responses. Every two weeks, students will be required to bring one of their RNB responses to a final draft status to be evaluated as a quiz grade. Rubric
Honors students are required to read a minimum of 125 pages per week and complete one reading response per week. If not directly assigned by the teacher, students will choose what to write from a focus sheet attached to the inside cover of the Reader’s Notebook. A copy of that document can be found here: Reading Focus - RNB Questions While reading, students are encouraged to keep track of information on post it notes. This information can then be used to produce the reading responses. Every two weeks, students will be required to bring one of their RNB responses to a final draft status to be evaluated as a quiz grade. Rubric
Grading - Total Points
Redo Retake Policy - https://goo.gl/sh2kW6
Some assignments may be redone for credit as long as the assignment has been approved by the teacher first. You must also follow all of the requirements as stated in the policy. Click on the link above for more information. The redo/retake policy is in place of any extra credit.
Extra Help-
Extra help is available by appointment. Please ask me to set up a time if you would like some help. I am usually available during lunch or after school.
Team 8 Homework Calendar