Mr. Stanhill
sstanhill@daltonschool.kr
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7th Grade English
In seventh grade English, students continue to develop their skills in grammar, composition, literature study, reading comprehension, and vocabulary as they are introduced to more complex concepts in these areas. The emphasis for the course is the written and oral communication of ideas. Work will consist of reading, considering essential questions, thinking deeply about reading and writing and completing written responses. Each term students will have a final project that requires investigative thinking, creative or analytical writing, and refinement of the writing process.
For our first unit of the year we will take a quick look at the expectations of the G7 ELA classroom as well as how we read, write, and communicate in the ELA classroom. Starting the year right, knowing what your teacher expects as well as having an idea of your own abilities and goals will benefit the classroom as a whole, as we line up what we need to know and do with what we want to know and do. Let’s do this together!
With this unit, we will be refreshing some memories on figurative language as well as rethinking how we can improve our writing through stronger word choice and a better understanding of the English language and all of its idiosyncrasies.
Upcoming Assignments
Upcoming Assignments
Broad Learning Categories
Broad Learning Categories
The following broad learning categories represent the broad areas of knowledge and skills within which daily and unit-long learning targets and expectations in English can be organized.
RL: Reading Literature
RI: Reading Informational Text
W: Writing
L: Language
SL: Speaking and Listening
Course Expectations
Course Expectations
Grading Policy
The CDS English Department uses standards based grading to provide more accurate feedback of student performance. The following performance levels are used to convey the level of skill a student has demonstrated in English (refer to image):
Reassessment Policy
When reassessment is offered, students must meet the following requirements:
complete the original task or assessment (summative) by the specified due date
complete all required assignments (formative assessments) leading up to the summative
complete the reassessment form provided by the teacher
complete a mini conference with the teacher (This may include re-teaching/re-learning activities as determined by the teacher.)
The highest summative assessment score is what is entered into Powerschool.
There is a threshold to the reassessments to which students are entitled:
Summative Reassessment Threshold: You are able to reassess ONCE given you satisfy the requirements above. If there is a plan to reassess the same learning outcome, then no additional reassessment is necessary.
Formative Reassessment Threshold: You are provided with UNLIMITED formative reassessments as these types of assessments are solely meant for feedback and improving your skills and abilities in English.
The following final measures of learning may not be reassessed: end-of-course or end of semester exams; culminating projects / performances / papers.
Late Work Policy
All work is expected to be submitted on the day it is due. In the event a student does not submit a summative assessment on the day it is due, that student will…
Be given an opportunity to submit their work up to two weeks after the original due date/time without penalty.
Forfeit their opportunity to be reassessed.
Special considerations may be made for students with extended absences because of sickness, family problems, or family tragedy.
Extra Credit Policy
Extra credit assignments will not be provided.
Student Expectations
Student Expectations
Materials Needed:
Chromebook
Writing implements: blue or black and a red pen
Spiral notebook
File/Folder
Independent Reading Book (and Class Text if applicable)
In Class:
You will come to class on time, prepared, and ready to put forth your best effort. Your attention, focus, and determination are key components of being present in the classroom. We will show kindness, empathy, and respect during class discussions and group work.
Teacher Expectations
Teacher Expectations
Google Classroom:
All assignments will be posted in Google Classroom. If you are having trouble locating it, contact the teacher.
Rubrics & Policies:
Once posted here they will not change. However, if a chance is necessary the teacher will inform students well in advance and will clearly mark the changes.
Division Handbook
Division Handbook
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