Dear Spartan Parents/Guardians,
Welcome to my class webpage! I am thrilled to be a part of the Downers Grove Community, where we take immense pride in the excellent educational expectations of District 58. Here, you will find valuable information about our weekly events, important dates, downloads, and cool links.
My name is Brian Barnas, and I will be teaching 7th-grade Language Arts/Reading. I am genuinely excited to work with you and help your student thrive in my class.
To begin, Language Arts is divided into two disciplines: English and reading. This class is designed to empower your son or daughter in developing essential writing, reading, speaking, grammar, and spelling skills. Throughout the year, students will learn to distinguish among the parts of speech, write in various forms, expand their vocabulary, and explore different forms of literature. Our approach will involve a diverse range of activities, including interactive computer exercises, engaging discussions, quizzes, tests, games, assignments, speeches, and writing units. Students are expected to consistently apply Standard English (grammar, usage, syntax, spelling, and writing conventions) in all their written work. Rest assured that all our class material aligns with the Common Core State Standards.
In closing, I'd like to express my gratitude in advance for your cooperation. I am genuinely excited about the upcoming year and the enriching experiences we will share. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me with any questions or academic concerns you may have about your child's progress. You can contact me via email at bbarnas@dg58.org or by phone at 630.719.5810. I am more than willing to address any inquiries you may have.
Looking forward to a fantastic 2024-2025 school year! Be sure to follow me on Twitter at @BarnasBrian to catch a glimpse of the exciting things students are learning in class. Go Spartans!
With Spartan Pride,
Mr. Brian Barnas