Welcome to Curriculum Night! Eighth Grade English Welcome to Curriculum Night! Christina Cronin ELA08 cmcronin@mpsaz.org 472-8350 Brenda Dubovick ELA08 bkdubovick@mpsaz.org 472-8343 Dana Nicolds ELA08 dsnicolds@mpsaz.org 472-8340 Alissa Hall aehall@mpsaz.org 472-8345 Leah Barnes ELA16 lmbarnes@mpsaz.org 472-8342

ELA Standards Arizona's College and Career Readiness ELA Standards. http://www.azed.gov/k12-literacy/ela-standards/ The focus of this course will be to have students master the objectives set forth by the Standards for both Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking.

Grade Level Standards/Resources Reading Balance of literature and informational texts Text complexity Writing Emphasis on argument and informative/explanatory writing Writing from sources and citing evidence Speaking and Listening Inclusion of formal and informal talk Language Includes vocabulary and conventions Stress on general academic and domain-specific vocabulary Reading and Writing in History, Science, & Technical Subjects Complement rather than replace the content standards

Parent Resources By utilizing the district website, parents can access useful resources to help their child such as: Homework Help for 7th & 8th graders Teacher Website from Fremont webpage The Student Planner contains valuable information including Silent Witness, student events, Text-a-Tip, and Rights of School Staff.

St.A.R. Stay Safe Act Responsibly Remain Respectful Purpose/Vision Purpose: Increase desired behaviors related to academic success and achievement and decrease undesirable or ineffective behaviors. Vision: PBIS~Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, or St.A.R. on Fremont’s campus, will promote a successful academic community that is motivated and goal oriented while creating a positive and respectful climate. This is a district initiative that is being implemented throughout elementary schools, junior highs, and high schools.

St.A.R. Benefits Consistent expectations across campus Improved academic achievement Improved campus/classroom climate Motivation to do the ‘right thing’ Reduced apathy Student rewards for desirable behaviors Daily Bi-Weekly Quarterly See StAR ticket menu

St.A.R. Behavior Consequences Students earn MIRs for the following: Tardies Electronic devices Disrespect/ Defiance Disruptions (fidget spinners are not allowed) Improper use of technology Food or drink Water only is allowed in classrooms Students receive an ODR after 3 MIRs and consequences could include: Lunch detention Behavior Contract In School Suspension (ALC) Out of School Suspension

Eighth Grade English PLC Expectations Students will come to class prepared and ready to actively engage in their own learning. Warm-ups will start every class period and are expected to be finished within the first 5 minutes of the period. Students need to remain seated while the teacher is instructing.

Eighth Grade English PLC Expectations – Continued Students are expected to request make-up work before or after the class period. Students are given two weeks to complete missed assignments without a late penalty. After that time period, students will incur a 20% point deduction. Students are allowed 2 retakes on certain assessments (This does not include essays or research). Students have until the last week of the quarter to complete missing assignments and assessments, excluding essays.

8th Grade Calendar Parents and students should visit their teachers’ calendars to find out important information like what topics/concepts are being taught and important due dates. Teacher calendars can be found by going to the Fremont website, clicking on the STAFF tab at the top, and then locating the teacher’s name. Assignment due dates can also be found on the student’s portal. Each teacher updates his/her own calendar.

8th ELA Grading Policy Assessments: 80% As a team we are moving toward standards-based grading. This is a 3-5 year process and this is year 1. Exit tickets (mini quizzes at the end of class). Writing assessments such as essays, research papers, business letter, etc. Reading assessments

8th ELA Grading Policy Assignments: 20% Independent practice on daily work (daily assignments and homework) Warm ups Notes

Needed Materials Pencils (mechanical pencils/lead) Pens (blue/black) The following materials are necessary for 8th grade ELA: Pencils (mechanical pencils/lead) Pens (blue/black) Loose-leaf notebook paper (college-rule) Plastic, 2-pocket folder with 3-prongs (must be plastic). Highlighters

Interested in donating items? We would greatly appreciate donations such as: Printer paper Plastic, 2-pocket folder with 3-prongs Tissues Antibacterial wipes Hand Sanitizer Highlighters Markers Colored pencils Our budget is only $268 for the 8th grade English team for the entire school year!