English Syllabus
WELCOME TO SEVENTH GRADE ENGLISH!
STATE GOALS
#1 Write to communicate for a variety of purposes.
#2 Listen and speak effectively in a variety of situations.
#3 Use the language arts to acquire, assess, and communicate information.
Text: Writer's Choice - Grammar & Composition by Glencoe
This course is designed to help students develop a better understanding and command of the English language. Strong units on composition and grammar provide a comprehensive approach to building better English skills.
CLASS CONTENT
Composition in Computer Lab
Narrative Writing Spelling
Persuasive Writing Grammar, Usage & Mechanics (G.U.M.)
Expository Writing Public Speaking
Letter Writing Special Projects & Field Trips
Creative Writing
Young Authors Writing
COURSE EXPECTATIONS
Students will be expected to:
complete all assignments on time
keep a writing journal
learn assigned and personal spelling words
use the computer lab in a responsible and productive manner
prepare for quizzes and tests
use the "Pillars of Success" program promoted at Logan
COURSE MATERIALS
Textbook
One 3 ring pocket folder (journaling)
One 3 ring binder
Straight-edged loose leaf paper
Pencils, blue/black pen, red pen
Colored pencils or markers
One envelope and one stamp
GRADES
The student's quarterly grade will be based on points earned from homework, quizzes, exams, spelling, projects, and writing assignments. Points will be based upon the importance of each assessment. The student's total points will be divided by the total number of possible points to determine the student's percentage and will be assigned using the Logan's school grading scale.
CONDUCT
Each student will receive a conduct grade each quarter using the following criteria:
Punctual, courteous, helpful, honest, reliable, positive attitude, follows school rules, participates, may go "above and beyond" expectations.
14 - Always
13 - Usually
12 - Sometimes
11 - Frequent problems & disruptions
10 - Almost daily disruptions that affect the educational atmosphere of the classroom
