1. Welcome to 8th Grade Language Arts – On-Level
Mrs. Amy Smith and Mr. Jordan Brown
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2. Hello and welcome
Dear parents, My name is Mr. Jordan Brown and I am one of your student’s new teachers for this school year. I’m sorry that I will not be able to be there for the first several weeks of school. I will be having surgery in a couple of weeks, and I hope my recovery will be fairly quick so that I can return to the classroom. Best of luck to you all as you start this journey with us this year. Sincerely, Mr. Brown

3. READING Articles(non-fiction)-news apps
Novels (independent reading and whole class studies)
The House on Mango Street-Sandra Cisneros
To Kill a Mockingbird-Harper Lee
Short Stories
A variety from the textbook
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Reading Comprehension Assessments

5. Vocabulary-Level C 1st assignment due Friday!
Still need resources? Students may purchase them at the Husky Hut.
Students will have a week to complete the exercises.
Assessment will be at the end of two week period.

6. Writing Writing assignments
Journals
Essays-Checklist and Rubric will be given
GA Milestones-Single paragraph, multi-paragraph and full essay responses
***We need to practice referring to the text and providing specific examples as support.***
Portfolios-Collection of tests and essays to be used for placement in high school in January.

7. How can I help my student be successful?
Access Synergy weekly to maintain progress (9 weeks)
Encourage participation in class
Ask about homework!
Provide a flash drive.

8. What should I do if there are questions?
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Thanks and we look forward to a great year!