Classroom Resources

  • In this section you will find general class materials (i.e. MLA guides, syllabus, etc.) and any other information or links that pertain to class. 

    A copy of the 2015-16 Syllabus is listed below.

    Supply List:
    These are supplies that will be required throughout the school year.  If you run out of these supplies or lose them, please replace/replenish them as soon as possible.

    • (1) 1” - 1½”  three-ring binger
    • Lined notebook paper
    • (1) 5-tab dividers
    • (1) Composition notebook
    • USB Flash Drive
    • ( 1 ) Pocket folder
    • Blue and/or black pens
    • Pencils (personal pencil sharpener)
    • 3”x3” Post-it notes
    • 1 box of tissues

    Grading Policy: 

    ASSESSMENTS

    VALUE

    DESCRIPTION

    Projects & Assessments

    35%

    Tests/quizzes, formal writing assignments, performance assessments

    Writing

    20%

    Activities completed to demonstrate writing process/ability (brainstorming, drafting, editing/revising, informal writing assignments, etc.)

    Reading

    20%

    Activities completed to demonstrate a comprehensive range of reading strategies/abilities

    Participation & Readiness

    15%

    Individual class work, group work, class discussions,“Do Nows,” daily preparation for class

    Homework

    10%

    At least 30 minutes of daily reading and any assigned work

    TOTAL

    100%

    Per Marking Period

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