1. I am Ms. Michelle Leila-Lowe your Language Arts teacher

2. 1st PERIOD OVERVIEW  -Reading:- Novel excerpts, poetry and informational text with the question in mind-why should we reach out to others? And,the theme - racial prejudices  - Grammar:- Compound and complex sentences; Simple present tense

3. CLASSROOM RULES Obey the school rules Follow directions Come prepared and on time to class Respect yourself and everyone

4. CONSEQUENCES  1st– Warning  2nd- Recess Detention  3rd- Psychologist

5. SUMMER READING Have you read your book? Are you ready to discuss it?

6. GRADE DISTRIBUTION Tests and Quizzes-25% Class work / written exercises-50% Take home essays In class assignments Journals Projects / presentations-15% Cooperative learning activities Portfolio assignments Group/ individual projects Homework-10% Total 100%

7. REMEMBER! Always bring your dictionary! Come prepared with pens and pencils Bring your reading book for Literature! You must have a journal!