Welcome Back 2026-27 School Year!

Mrs. Sheran - ELA

11th American Literature, UGHS Gymnastics Coach

Welcome to American Lit

I am excited to teach another year of English Literature and Composition. I believe in the power of words. I believe in the power of story. I believe literacy and expression matter beyond just the academic world - they matter in life, leadership, and legacy.

My "why" is to help students become better thinkers, readers, writers, speakers, and people. In my classes we will be reading as a class and independently; we will write every day; we will hold discussions; and we will think and create.

“Ideas, written ideas, are special. They are the way we transmit our stories and ideas from one generation to the next. If we lose them, we lose our shared history. We lose much of what makes us human. And fiction gives us empathy: it puts us inside the minds of other people, gives us the gift of seeing the world through their eyes. Fiction is a lie that tells us true things over and over.” -Neil Gaiman

"That is a part of the beauty of all literature. You discover that your longings and pain are universal; that you're not lonely and isolated from anyone. You belong." - F. Scott fitzgerald

Supplies

Required Materials

3-Ring Binder (may be part of AIM Binder)
5 dividers (for English only)
Composition notebook (for English only - we will use daily)
Charged Chromebook every day (charge nightly)
Pencils - sharpened
Blue and/or black pens
Highlighters - five colors
One dry erase marker
Good to have: Glue stick, scissors

Contact

Jennifer.Sheran@henry.k12.ga.us

Email communication is preferred. I will do my best to replay within 24 hours on weekdays. I do not reply to emails or phone calls after 4:30 p.m. Emails or calls received on Friday afternoon, over the weekend, or during a school break will be returned during the next week of school.

Mrs. Sheran's Wish List

I GREATLY appreciate any contributions you can make to keep our classroom healthy and functioning well.

Facial tissue (need year-round, students use a box per week!) 🤧
Paper towels 🧻
Hand Sanitizer 🤲🧼
Sanitizing Wipes 🧽
Sharpened Pencils ✏️
Wrapped candies and stickers for incentives 🍬
Items for student care center: band aids, hair bands, feminine products 🩹

Keys to Success

Please review the syllabus for Class informationm expectations, and policies.

Here are a few key points to ensure a successful and enjoyable year:

Be Accountable: Stay on top of your assignments and readings. Consistent effort is crucial for your success.
Show Respect & Have Integrity: Treat your classmates, our classroom, yourselves, and the literature we study with respect. Diverse opinions and thoughtful discussions are encouraged. Do you own work.
Be Open: Literature is not just about reading; it’s about experiencing stories, understanding different perspectives, and enjoying the beauty of language. Let’s make learning enjoyable.
Participate: Engage in class discussions and activities. Your insights and questions are valuable to our collective learning experience.
Communicate: If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to reach out. I am here to support you. The best way to do this is through an email or to set up a time for a conference. Immediately before, during, and after class is not enough time to discuss issues with the attention they deserve.

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