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8th Grade Language Arts

8th Grade Language Arts. Mrs. Maria Schofer Pine Mountain Middle School. Expectations. You will write different types of essays and analyze literature. You will have assignments both in AND outside of class. Your warm-up notebook will be graded each nine weeks.

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8th Grade Language Arts

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  1. 8th Grade Language Arts Mrs. Maria Schofer Pine Mountain Middle School

  2. Expectations • You will write different types of essays and analyze literature. • You will have assignments both in AND outside of class. • Your warm-up notebook will be graded each nine weeks. • Class participation is part of your on-the-job performance. • Students will be expected to uphold high standard in their academics and in their behavior. High school is only a year away.

  3. Tests and Make-Up Work • Tests and quizzes are to be taken seriously. All students are to remain QUIET during the entire time tests are out. Any questionable behavior during tests will require a re-test. • Make-up work is YOUR responsibility. Any late work from a student not absent will only be accepted at reduced credit, by school policy. • Check Mrs. Schofer’s blog daily to look up missed assignments or to get notes/materials. You can use the school’s website to get to the blogs. http://www.cobbk12.org/PineMountain/

  4. Materials Needed Everyday • Loose-leaf paper for work turned in • A single-subject spiral notebook or composition notebook for warm-ups • The book or textbook the class is using • Dark blue or black ink pen for any work to be graded. You will have to REWRITE any work not done correctly. • Duo-tang pocket folder for handouts

  5. Six Rules for Success • Be on time. • Be prepared with class materials and assignments. • Be respectful and non-disruptive. • Bring only water out in class, not gum, candy or any other snacks. • Keep all personal items put away. • Remain in your seat and expect to stay in class the full period. Limit any need to leave class.

  6. 8th Grade Language Arts Essential Questions • Why do you need to succeed in language arts? • How will this course help you succeed in the future?

  7. 8th Grade Language Arts Essential Answers • Writing is an important skill in the business world. With one neighbor discuss: Try to name a job which will not require any writing whatsoever. • Reading and reading comprehension are important in every day life as well as on the job in the adult world. • If you plan to attend college or attain any further education, reading and writing ability are essential.

  8. 8th Grade Language Arts Essential Answers • And don’t forget, you must pass parts of the CRCT in order to attend high school! • The 8th grade writing assessment is an important test given during 8th grade which will determine your level of readiness for high school.

  9. Think-Pair-Share • With a nearby partner, consider what career you have as a future goal. Then, on the index card write as much as you can about your future career goals. Be sure to write your name in the upper right-hand corner. • Consider: Why do you want to have that job or career? What sort of money do you expect to make? What will you need to do to attain this goal?

  10. Language Arts prepares you: • For your future career • For high school • For every day life in the adult world

  11. About Your Instructor • BA from the College of Charleston, S.C. • MA from King’s College, University of London, U.K. • Has taught every grade from 7-12 • Former instructor at Kennesaw State University • Loves teaching • A proud parent and step-parent

  12. My Shining Moment My proudest personal accomplishment occurred when I graduated from college with my Bachelor’s degree. Although I do have a Master’s, my undergraduate years were long and difficult. I had to pay for college myself, and it took 5 years to do it. Throughout those years I held several part-time jobs in order to pay for my living expenses as well as college tuition because my parents did not make enough money to help me with college. The day I walked across the stage and held my college diploma in my hand was the day I realized I could do anything if I just keep working hard.

  13. Your Shining Moment • Now it’s your turn. Write about your shining moment. • First, brainstorm (alone or with one partner) and write a word-web or list ideas. • Next, write a rough draft on your own paper. • Finally, write your final draft on the paper provided. This is the publication step, so write in blue or black ink, please.

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