SEVENTH GRADE LANGUAGE ARTS
Ms. Willey, Instructor
Topics of Study
The Language of Literature
Non fiction, fiction, poetry, fables, plays and film
Students will:
Use reading strategies to better comprehend literature
Build skills to analyze text and determine theme, plot, main idea, details, etc.
Be able to compare and contrast genre
Increase vocabulary
Integrate grammar, spelling and mechanics for improved writing
Make personal connections to reading material through journal writing
Keep a portfolio to exhibit growth in language skills
View school-board approved films
Give presentations
Take objective tests
Grades
Homework 25%
Class work 25%
Quizzes 25%
Tests and Projects 25%
(100-90 = A, 89-90 = B, 79-70 = C, 69-60 = D, 59 and below = F)
Late work policy: next day = 10% off, after second day = 20% off. All work
must be completed.
Excused absence policy: full credit (example- four days out, four days
allowed to make up work.)
Materials
Agenda, textbook, 1 or 2 inch three-ring binder, package of 5 dividers,
standard ruled loose-leaf paper, 2 file folders with pockets, pocket pouch
with holes to keep these supplies in their binder: pencils, eraser,
highlighter and a red and blue pen.
I look forward to working with your child and meeting with you. I utilize a
variety of strategies in the classroom to enhance learning, such as:
cooperative learning, independent research, group projects (graded
individually using rubrics), lectures, note taking, videos and guest speakers.
Class meets every day and homework will not be given until after a concept
has been presented and practiced in class. There will be review sessions
prior to tests. Those that bring required materials, complete work on time
and behave, should do well. If a student experiences difficulty I encourage
them to see me and I will make every effort to help them. My goal is to help
students be successful and enjoy learning.
Laurel V. Willey
