2014 Back to School Night Template
Transcript: Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday 2:40-4:00 Email address: ncarter@fgsd.k12.or.us Phone number: 503 359 2465 ext. 5107 "Career and College Readiness" goals make up 30% of the grade. This includes classwork, homework, notes, etc. This work is SIGNIFICANT. 8th grade Language Arts Units Google Sites for portfolios. Class Materials: 8th grade Language Arts Units We are prioritizing time at school to find and read books. Neil Armstrong Middle School's English Language Arts Unit 3: Genius Hour for Part 1 Creating essential question, pitching your idea- persuasive writing Notes Teacher: 11 years Tech Coach and National Presenter: 3 years Unit 6: Author Study Part 2 Explanatory writing, analysis of author/genre, online publishing, compare/contrast, your own writing compared to an author. Explain everything presentation. Schoology and Google Drive for assigning and collecting work. Research proves MORE READING is the best way to improve at reading, and better reading leads to school and career success. Resources for Students: Unit 2: Author’s Purpose & Point of View (nonfiction) Credibility, textual evidence, bias Students read at their own level and self-select books. This year I'm looking forward to reading some good books with my classes, increasing student choice and independent learning, and working closely with my department and team. Technology Used: Most homework will be digital. Students should read at least 20 minutes on weeknights. 7th grade Language Arts Units Notability for taking notes and writing responses. Unit 3: What’s Your Passion? Passion Project/ Modified Genius Hour Written analysis, credible nonfiction sources, small research writing for multiple purposes Unit 1: Finding Meaning in Stories Plot, theme, written analysis See the handout for more info. Unit 5: Write Like an Author Analysis of E.A. Poe’s writing style, tone & mood, word choice, word meaning Homework Expectations Unit 2: The Art of Language & Storytelling Personal Narrative writing, word choice, figurative language Unit 7: Genius Hour Part 2 Research, Reflection Writing, TED style talk presented to peers Published Author: 2 years Reader: 28 years 40 Book Challenge About me Turn in work via Schoology. Unit 4: Historical Fiction & Capstone Project (cross curricular with Geography class) Goals: charged iPad pencil and notebook reading book sense of humor, curiosity, and kindness. Homework will be assigned a few times per week. Videos can be downloaded to iPads at school. 1st Semester Students may always (within the same semester) make multiple attempts to show their mastery of the standard. 2nd Semester More as we develop skills! In ELA students develop their skills at reading for literal understanding and deeper meaning Unit 1: Author’s Craft (fiction) Plot, textual support, word choice, and theme 7th and 8th grade Language Arts Proficiencies make up 70% of the grade. These include tests, essays, and projects that demonstrate mastery of essential standards. The expectation is an honest and focused attempt to increase the amount of reading done. Unit 4: Author/Genre Study Explanatory essay, analysis of author/genre, online publishing We are challenging students and staff to read 40 books this school year. Proficiency Grading Information about assignments will be posted on Schoology, and homework reminders will go out via twitter, instagram, and Remind. Contact Info making sense of the world and expressing their thoughts in writing, speaking, and digital formats. We are encouraging a variety of genres.