1. Class Objectives and Expectations 8 th Grade English Mrs. Huesz

2. “When students believe that success is possible, they will try. So my first priority in any class is to help my students believe in themselves and their ability to learn.” LouAnne Johnson, Teaching Outside the Box

3. EVERY ONE of you can succeed… But you have to make up your mind that you will… Do not say that you will TRY…. Consider what Yoda said to Luke Skywalker…

4. “Try not…Do, or Do Not…. there is no try”

5. Course Content We will develop the following skills: Reading Writing Listening Oral Presentation Critical Thinking

6. We will study the following: Novels Short Stories Webpages and News Articles Vocabulary Enhancements Elements of Language Writing Styles

7. Tools you will need: Three ring binder (2”) Five Dividers Loose Leaf Paper Highlighter Writing Utensils USB Drive (optional) A GREAT ATTITUDE!

8. Class Expectation: RESPECT!

10. Are you ready to … Learn Have Fun! and Grow Together? Our adventure is just around the corner….

11. READY…SET….GO!!!