Students and teachers are eager to follow their regular schedules this week. Thank you for helping your student turn in his/her 2-pocket folder, signed contract, information sheet and survey. It is very important that each student have a 3-ring binder for language arts (with dividers and lined paper) due to the large volume of handouts. It is possible to use this binder for Lit Skills as well. Please refer to the course outline(s) for more information.
Please feel free to email me directly if you have a question or need clarification. Email is the best way to reach me, or you may call the main office to leave a note in my box. In the past, there has been difficulty with retrieving voice mail, and I really would like to respond to you quickly.
This week in LA, students are exploring their first formal essay: "Who Am I". They received directions as well as an example in class. They began by writing the body paragraph first and will continue with the introduction and conclusion. The rough draft is due Friday. The final draft is due next Tuesday (typed, 12 point font, double spaced), with the rough draft and "brainstorm" stapled to the back.
Thank you for supporting your student to keep organized and complete activities on time.
It's going to be a great year.
