Language Arts Team 8-1
Ms. Ange
Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm. –Ralph Waldo Emerson
Welcome to eighth grade language arts class. Below I have listed my classroom policies and expectations:
Preparedness:
The eighth grade is a time to become an independent and resourceful learner. Students must arrive to class each day with the following:
Pen or a Pencil
One Folder--Just for Language Arts
The current piece of literature that we are reading
Homework:
Homework will always be posted on the right side of the board. Often a syllabus, which is a detailed outline of assignments, will be distributed at the beginning of a unit. A copy of that syllabus will be posted on the board. It is the student's responsibility to copy down the homework, and come to class with it completed on the day it is due.
I also post homework weekly on powerschool. Copies of homework sheets are also available on this website!
Participation:
Discussion and participation are crucial elements of a language arts classroom. Please come speak with me if this is an issue. Although there are often alternative options for presentations, I encourage all students to push themselves beyond their typical comfort zones in order to promote growth as a student.
Students must also be respectful of fellow classmates.
Make-up Work:
Students who are absent are responsible for seeking out the work missed. Copies of handouts will be available at the student station. Check for missing worksheets and notes at the student station or with your neighbor. I am also happy to catch you up on any notes, activities or discussion that you may have missed.
Grading:
My grading system is based on language arts competencies and will be weighted according to the following:
Reading: 32%
Writing: 32%
Vocabulary: 32%
Work Completion (On Time Turn In): 4%
Reading:
Since reading is a part of our every day life, it is important for all students to continuously improve comprehension and concentration. A major goal in this class will be to change reading from a chore to a pleasure.
Students will have the opportunity all year long to select books that best match their interests and reading levels, read in class, and share with peers what they've been reading. The school library, as well as my classroom library, are filled with popular titles to choose from.
Every month, unless otherwise noted, students must complete a book from beginning to end. Some class time will be given, but most of this reading will be done outside of school.
***Calling all parents*** Your help is needed! Please encourage your child to read on a regular basis and ask them what they are reading. Visit the library or go to a bookstore together. Read in their presence and show them that you are a reader too!