Students are required to have a sectioned spiral notebook, 

glue sticks, scissors, pencils, and index cards.

8th grade ELA: curriculum learning targets are focused on reading literature, informational texts, writing, speaking and listening, and language. Vocabulary and grammar concepts are taught throughout the year that is incorporated in their journals and essays. In addition, the Diocesan-wide 6+1 Writing Traits will be implemented.  

Grading: Bellwork 10%, Independent reading checkins 10%, HW/CW 20%, Writing 20%, and Test/Project 40%

7th-grade social studies: curriculum learning targets are focused on Africa, Asia, and Australia. Provide a framework for studying local, regional, national, and global issues.  Understanding the interdependence of the world in which they live, and making informed judgments as active citizens. Analyze modern societies from a historical perspective. Understand the implications of global interaction. Understand the factors that shape societies and regions. Understand the economic activities of ancient and modern societies; the development of government; the influence of cultural values. 

Grading: Participation 10%, HW 15%, CW 15%, Quiz 25%, Test/Project 35%

Please check your Google Classroom and calendar daily for assignments and material.  You can email me at djaeckel@smcsnc.org