1. Eighth Grade Language Arts with Mrs. Patton

2. Goals  Independent Learner  Problem Solver  Critical Thinker  Know Thy Self

3. Literacy Goals  Independent Reader  Discriminate Reader  Writer  Storyteller  Proficient Researcher

4. Details  Progress Report- Internet Viewer  Parent Signature – Progress Reports, Reading Contracts, Project Contracts, etc.  Agenda/Calendar  Homework  Mrs. Patton's Website Mrs. Patton's WebsiteMrs. Patton's Website  Classroom Ning: Patton’s Class Ning Patton’s Class NingPatton’s Class Ning

5. Assessment Retakes  Score lower than a 3  Study Guide before retake is offered  Correction of mistakes and re- submit work

6. Work Ethic: Citizenship  Work turned in on time = 4  Work not turned in = 1  Work turned in but late = 2.7

7. Work Ethic: Citizenship  All projects/assignments with due dates receive work ethic mark.  Class work, partner work, group work, participation in discussions, prepared for class, etc. may also receive work ethic/citizenship mark. may also receive work ethic/citizenship mark.  Work Ethic marks can not be made up

8. Communication  PLEASE keep in contact  Any issue  Any misunderstandings  Any confusion  YOU or your CHILD may contact me.  YOU or your CHILD may contact me.  Every 6 weeks or so, Informational E-Mail  E-mail: dpatton@vusd.org  Phone: 730-7921 ext. 503