I thoroughly read outside assignments & came prepared for discussion.

I participated in class in a meaningful way.

I completed all assignments reflectively & on time.

I kept my handouts organized in my personal folder/binder/spiral and in Google Drive as the teacher directed.

I formatted assignments as directed.

I read again the selections after we read or discussed them in class.

I reflectively read or listened to the comments my teacher provided about my assignments & asked if I didn’t understand.

I know the literary terms, persuasive techniques, roots-prefixes-suffixes, & text types/structures/features like I know the ABC's.

I did assignments another time when allowed.

When revising an item, I worked on taking out & adding things (that' called revising) and I did not just edit (which means to fix errors).

I followed guidelines for peer critiques.

I used notes/texts on tests when allowed.

I studied the vocab. I used online reviews.

I filled out the optional review sheets for tests & studied them.

I brought needed materials to class. 

I practiced oral presentations & speeches.

I respected the technology used.

I checked my grade in the manner teacher has taught us.

I used some sort of system for keeping track of homework.

I tried my best on the problem of the day/week.

I met my AR goals related to my independent reading.

I consulted the teacher’s website or Daily Dose & shared Google Drive folders often to find helpful resources & to know due dates & assignments.

For make-up work, I checked Daily Dose & the make-up work tray for paper/pencil items. I completed work in a timely manner. 

If I lost a paper, I checked the website & the extra copies pile before asking the teacher.

I followed guidelines for cooperative learning activities & brain breaks, and review games.

I proofed my work.

I practiced misspellings.

I know how to navigate the teacher’s web site & other online resources & have taught my parents as well.

I communicate via email with the teacher to have a paper trail if issues arise.

I have an appropriate level of concern regarding the state tests for ELA.

I have a study buddy in my block.