8 th Grade Language Arts Bledsoe County Middle School

About your teacher… Mrs. Rachel Martin 6 th year teaching Married to Mr. Martin From Bledsoe and Cumberland One son (James) Love teaching, spending time with my family, and taking care of our many pets.

About the class  We will spend time reading a variety of works, writing in a variety of styles, working in groups, and learning about the English language.  Throughout the year, we will prepare for your 8 th grade language arts TCAP.  Each day, we will begin by reviewing grammar/usage/mechanics. Then, we will move on to a unit of study that deals with literature and writing.

Classroom policies  My only rule is to respect yourself, your classmates, and your teacher  Respecting yourself means that you act with dignity and abide by classroom & school policies.  Respecting others means that you are not insulting or offensive. Allow others to express their own opinions. Do not interrupt. Respect their possessions.  Respecting the teacher means that you do not text during class, bring your materials to class, pay attention during lecture, follow instruction, and try your hardest!

Grading Policies 1 st - 2 nd -3 rd nine-week periods:4 th nine-week period:  Work-12%Work- 10%  Quizzes-18%Quizzes-15%  Tests- 20%Tests-15%  Essays/Projects-25%Essays/Projects-20%  Notebook- 10%Notebook-10%  Bell-ringers- 15%Bell-ringers- 15% TCAP- 15% **Percentages are subject to change based upon teacher’s discretion.

Supplies/Materials  3-ring binder  Several packs of paper  Blue or red pens (for editing)  Pens or pencils (neon pens are banned)  Highlighters (for editing and note-taking)  10 tab dividers ***ASSEMBLE NOTEBOOKS WEDNESDAY!!

Helpful Hints for the Road Ahead  Have a positive attitude!  Try, even if you don’t feel confident or know what you are doing!  Be organized!  Always ask for help if you have tried it on your own first and still need help.  Try to avoid absences!