RMS Open House

8th Grade Language ArtsLynette Gary

E-mail: Lynette.Gary@humble.k12.tx.us

Website: RMS Teacher Websites Lynette Gary

Or http://www.humbleisd.net/rms/lgary

Conference: 7th Period - 3:05 -3:55

Phone: (281) 641-4920

Contact Info

E-mail:

Sarah.Zerface@humble.k12.tx.us

Website: RMS Teacher Websites Sarah Zerface

Or http://www.humbleisd.net/rms/szerface

Conference: 8:35 -9:30

Contact Info

Enter this number- To: 81010 or 972 992-

7641 Text this message- @8eed8

Please let me know if you do NOT want your student to receive text message reminders!

Remind 101

Tuesday AM & PM

RELA 8 Tutoring

60% Summative

40% Formative(district determined)

RELA 8 Grading Scale

Night by Elie Wiesel Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer

Note: Personal copies of novels are highlyrecommended for annotation. You can purchase

novels from us tonight if you would like to. This is a fundraiser for our department.

Novels

All grades will be marked in the gradebook as earned, even if below a 50.

Assignments (formative or summative) must be completed and turned in on the assigned date in order to receive full credit unless the student has been absent (see makeup work for more information). In an effort for the student’s work to reflect mastery of the content presented in the assignment, no more than 20 total points per day will be deducted for late work. After 5 days, it will be a zero.

Gradebook Codes: A – student absent; needs to complete for makeup work Z – assignment is missing; will receive some credit when/if teacher receives work (averages as a zero, but is not final grade) X – student exempt from assignment 0 - final grade; teacher has requested missing work and student has not complied blank space – teacher has not yet entered grade

Make-up Work – district policy is 1 extra day per excused day absent (Note: make-up can be late if not completed in timely manner!)

Grading Policies

Independent Reading (AR) (assessed with Renaissance Learning Accelerated Reading program)

Students may have class time to read in class after completing classwork.

However, most AR reading is homework. You should definitely see your child

reading at home. The goal each nine weeks is 20 points (100). The AR due dates and grading scale are available on my website in

the RELA 8 folder.

Knowsys Vocabulary New word list assigned each Monday Quiz each Friday (formative grade) TEST (summative grade) after each five groups of words Quizzes and Tests are cumulative Word Group Lists and Master List were given out on Monday I also emailed an alphabetical list with definitions of all the words

for the year. Pre-made cards are available at myknowsys.com. Classroom Vocabulary Builder program (card level = grade level) Buying flashcards is NOT required.

RELA 8 Ongoing Assignments

Holt McDougall Literature - Grade 8

We will use a class set.

Textbooks

Literature

Genres - short stories, poetry, non-fiction, drama, and novelsStudents are expected to evaluate, analyze, and critique these selections in writing and oral discussion with increasing depth and complexity.

WritingWe will focus on the following modes of writing: creative(short story), argument (persuasive), research, and literary analysis. We will introduce/reinforce blended quotations, concrete details, commentary, and MLA format.

GrammarWe will study Applied Grammar and Sentence Composing to improve and vary our sentence structure.

Vocabulary Students will learn SAT vocabulary words through the Knowsys weekly word lists and quizzes. We will also study new words in context of reading assignments. Novel Study We will read and annotate the novel Night by Elie Wiesel.

First Semester

We will continue the same objectives as the fall semester.

We will introduce cause-effect writing, complete an in-depth analysis of poetry, read another novel, and work on AP strategies.

Second Semester

3 Ring Binder 4 dividers Planner Pencils, Black or Blue Pens,

Highlighter(daily) Wide rule notebook paper (daily) Index cards Sticky notes if using class novels

Supplies

Mrs. Gary’s Expectations

Read outside of class on a regular basis.

Complete homework and turn it in on time.

Complete assignments to the best of your ability.

Actively listen and participate in class.

Respect yourself, classmates, and teacher.

Take care of all school equipment and supplies.

"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit."

Aristotle

Conduct Enters room quietly, under control Sits down promptly On task for duration of class Very respectful of peers Responsible student

Minor noise, usually controlled Usually on task Follows class rules, occasional re-direct

Major difficulties entering room and starting Does not have all materials Difficulty staying on task Redirect needed often Does not always exhibit good interpersonal skills

Enters and leaves room noisily No materials Disruptive behavior Does not follow class rules Rarely exhibits interpersonal skills

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Make sure students are reading. Make sure students are reviewing

vocabulary words. Proofread essays, but don’t write or re-

write. Check planners. Check grades online. Check the website when absent. Check the website to see if information is

posted that will answer your question. E-mail questions. Please DON’T bring their “forgotten

homework” to school. Encourage independence and self-

advocacy.

Things Parents Can Do to Help

Be Responsible Be Respectful Be Safe Be a Problem Solver Be Accountable for Your Decisions

It’s a great day to be a Longhorn!Thanks for coming to Open House!

Thank you for the opportunity to be part of your child’s life this year.

It’s going to be a great year.

LONGHORN PRIDE