Teachers who entertain as well as educate, who make even the most boring lessons fun, are those who inspire the love of learning for a lifetime.

8 th Grade Reading

A little about Mr. Marc… Originally from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida In Georgia since Florida State University –Bachelor’s Degree in English Education –We were undefeated and national football champions my freshman year! Kennesaw State University –Master’s Degree in Special Education Kennesaw State University –Education Specialist in Instructional Technology Taught language arts in Fulton County, Ga. Taught language arts at Durham Middle School Taught language arts here at McClure Middle School 10th year at McClure MS, been here since it opened!

MRS. ANDREWS Experience McClure Middle School-Charter Faculty Member, present Lost Mountain Middle School, Other elementary and middle school in MO, IL, LA, TX and MS Education Kennesaw State University, Masters in Inclusive Education University of Southern Mississippi, Bachelor of Science in elementary education

WHAT IS DIFFERENT ABOUT 8 TH GRADE? In preparation for high school, we expect our Eighth Graders to:  Take ownership and responsibility for academics  Initiate conversation with teachers regarding grades  Accept responsibility for behavior  Move from “problem-identification” to “problem- solving”  Learn and grow!

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF READING CLASS? To significantly improve proficiency in reading comprehension and fluency for all students through analysis of various texts through close reading strategies and other reading practice resources.

We will focus on the following areas throughout the course of the school year:  Literary Text & components  Nonfiction and Informational Text & components  Fluency in reading  Vocabulary Acquisition Visit for new standardswww.cobbk12.org/commoncore

GRADING POLICY  Class work30%  Preparation, Participation, and Practice 15%  Quizzes/Journals25%  Tests/Projects30%

WHAT IS A ONLINE READER RESPONSE?  Students respond to an essential question for the current unit [usually in a 20 minute time frame].  Each response is connected to our academic vocabulary and is the student’s personal reaction to what they are learning. Online Reader Responses offer readers the experiences they need to read, analyze, reflect, and construct meaning of what they are learning in class. They are able to share their responses in an innovative way that is engaging and teaches them about the proper use of technology.

Supplies A section in your student’s 3 ring binder for reading class. –Paper –Pencils/Pens –Highlighters/Colored Pencils –Copy of Text (ie. 7 Habits of Highly EffectiveTeens) –Positive Attitude

Textbook Info 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Please retrieve your own copy Reader’s Journey Issued to each student- but will be housed in the classroom Replacement cost: $13.50

Keeping in Touch: Blog: Edmodo:

Every student needs a flash drive. Students must complete homework and class work! Everything written should be in a complete sentences. Please contact me before the administrator when there is a concern about my class. Concerns:

Teachers who entertain as well as educate, who make even the most boring lessons fun, are those who inspire the love of learning for a lifetime.