welcome to back-to-school night 8 th grade – english/language arts mrs. holly cullum
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Welcome to Back-to-School Night
8th Grade – English/Language Arts
Mrs. Holly Cullum
About me..
Certified English, reading, and art teacher
12th year of teaching
MA from San Francisco State University
BA from Loyola University Maryland
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Daily Homework, Breaking News, Texts, Resources, Contact Information
Homework
Homework is posted each and every day on the board. Students are responsible for copying assignments into their planners. Homework is due the next day unless otherwise directed.Late Work-All late work MUST have a late work slip completely filled out and stapled to the front of the assignment.– Graded at least once per week!
Curriculum
Grade 8 ELA is divided into 3 units:– Exploring the Unknown– Freedom– Love & Friendship
Unit 1-Exploring the Unknown
Develop an understanding of how scientific discover and innovation enhance and complicate our lives, while addressing the moral and ethical implications that accompany advances in science and/or technology.
Unit 2-Freedom
Develop an understanding of freedom through the exploration of literary fiction, nonfiction, and diverse media texts. The anchor text will be “I Have a Dream” given by Martin Luther King, Jr.
Unit 3-Love & Friendship
Students will develop an understanding of the types of relationships that exist between individuals and the bonds that often sustain relationships, while focusing on Romeo and Juliet.
Student Expectations
Come to class and be on time.Complete class work on time. Do all your homework and bring it to school with you each day.Bring all necessary materials to class.Be an active learner- participate!Respect others.
60% Classwork &
Participation
30% Tests and Quizzes
10% Homework
Grading Categories
Supplies
ELA notebook (this can be a section in your binder or a separate binder)
Loose leaf paper
Pencils and blue or black pens
1 Colored Pen (Red, Green, Purple, Pink, etc.)
Highlighter
Notebook (spiral or composition) for drills
Scholastic Book Club
You can place an order online with the activation code: MCHN4
If you send in order with the student, please put check or cash in a sealed envelope!