Mrs. Graham 2018-2019 Contact Me: Course Description: Course Outline: 7th Grade English Mrs. Graham 2018-2019 http://www.svsd.net/Domain/677 Contact Me: E-MAIL TELEPHONE grahamml@svsd.net 724-452-6040 Course Description: Course Outline: The nucleus of this course is literary analysis and writing. Students will explore various types of literature while developing their ability to write and speak effectively. Students will develop critical thinking and reading skills by working collaboratively with peers. Literary Elements Figurative Language Poetry Writing MLA Format Course Materials: Grading Scale 1 ½-2 Inch Binder 5 Tab Dividers 3 Hole Notebook Pencils **Supplies are due Tuesday, September 4th** A 90-100 B 80-89 C 70-79 D 60-69 F Below 60 **Student grades are available via SV Portal. I recommend checking grades weekly.** Homework Policies It is the responsibility of the student to write assignments in his/her planner on a daily basis. All assignments will be posted in the classroom. Students are expected to review material regularly and to study for upcoming quizzes and tests. Incomplete assignments will be worth zero points. Late projects will be deducted one letter grade for each day that they are late.

Mrs. Graham 2018-2019 1 BE RESPECTFUL 2 BE RESPONSIBLE 7th Grade English Mrs. Graham 2018-2019 http://www.svsd.net/Domain/677 Make-Up Work: It is the responsibility of the student to check the absentee bulletin board and classroom website for missed work immediately upon returning to school during homeroom and turn in any assignments that were due while absent. Students have one day for each day they were absent to make-up missed work. After that day, any missing assignments will be entered as a zero. Citizenship Expectations 1 BE RESPECTFUL 2 BE RESPONSIBLE 3 BE READY TO LEARN A classroom atmosphere of mutual respect and kindness is expected and anticipated. Students should know and follow all classroom and school rules. Consequences may consist of warnings, time-out, phone calls/e-mails home, and/or disciplinary referrals to the office. If your child is being bullied, please report it to the school immediately. Bullying will not be tolerated. Tips for Success: use planner daily, good attendance, complete assignments, study in advance, ask for help as needed Student and Parent Acknowledgement **The signatures below represent that both the student and the parent/guardian have read and understand all the information provided within this document. Signatures are due by Tuesday, September 4th.** _______________________________________ _________________________________ Student Signature Date   Parent Signature Date