7th Grade English Ms. Mann

3…2…1 Three adjectives to describe your child Two things I should know about your child (and may not know already) One question you still have

Course Overview Writing intensive Recognizing author’s style, purpose and choice in our reading, and then emulating it Understanding the real-world importance of grammar and written communication Building a rich vocabulary in order to help express complex ideas effectively

What to look forward to… Literature: The Call of the Wild, I, Juan de Pareja, short stories, poetry Writing: narrative, informative, persuasive, memoir, writing folder, the Writer’s Notebook Speaking: developing oral confidence

Grading Writing – The Writer’s Notebook, and the Writing Folder (published, process pieces of writing) Homework– reading, revising or finishing written assignments, finishing classwork Tests / Quizzes – reading checks, unit tests, vocabulary, grammar Portfolio– a student-produced collection of learning, writing and growth as a student this year

What am I going to do to make your son/daughter successful? Scaffolding Real world connections Routines Variety Choice Technology Empowerment

What if my son/daughter needs help? Extra Help with Ms. Mann: Morning Clinic before school, 7:25-7:55am Tuesdays and Thursdays Lunch time munch and thinks Contact me! Let’s work together.

How to get in touch with me… Email is best: jmann@neshaminy.k12.pa.us Phone: 215 809 6210