Welcome to 7th Grade Reading/Language Arts!

What Materials Will I Need?

Keep in Classroom:
1 composition notebook
1-inch binder w/ binder dividers

Bring Everyday to Class:
1 spiral notebook
1 2-pocket folder
Pencil or Pen (blue or black)
Planner
Independent Novel

What Will I Study?

In our reading/language arts classes, students study both literature and writing.

They will read a variety of literature, including short stories and poems from their literature book as well as teacher-selected novels. 

Using these resources, students will analyze literature in multiple ways:

- Determining author's purpose
- Summarizing/paraphrasing
- Previewing, predicting, and questioning
- Identifying plot and story elements
- Evaluating literature
- Analyzing story structure
...and more!

They explore their writing skills in the following areas:

-Narrative Writing
-Persuasive Writing
-Expository Writing
-Creative Writing & Poetry
-Six +1 Traits of Writing
-Smiley Face Tricks
-Grammar
-Spelling
-Vocabulary

Some of these areas are covered throughout the year, while others are organized into units.

How Will I Be Graded?

A: 100-90
B: 89-80
C: 79-70
D: 69-60
F: 59-50

Any assignment turned in late is worth 50%.
Homework is announced in class and posted on the chalkboard. Students are responsible for writing assignments in their planners.

If you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to find out what you missed by asking your teacher. Complete absent work in a timely manner.

Grade Setup:

15% = Homework
5% = Supplies & Sponge Activity
80% = Everything Else (vocabulary, essays, tests & quizzes, etc.)

What Are the Classroom Expectations?
1. Care for self and others

- Keep hands, feet, objects, and negative comments to yourself.

2. Respect your learning environment and property

- Remain seated and quiet unless given permission to do otherwise.

3. Be responsible for learning

- Be in your seat and ready to learn on time.
- Have all necessary materials.

Failure to follow expectations will result in disciplinary action in accordance with the student handbook.

School or District emergency announcements will appear here.