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7 th graders rock!. Reading and writing with Resource Language Arts. For some 7 th graders, READING FEELS LIKE THIS!. And writing is PAINFUL…. Resource Language Arts. Reading Curriculum: The class will utilize two intervention programs: --Corrective Reading program -
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. • . For some 7th graders, READING FEELS LIKE THIS!
. . And writing is PAINFUL…
Resource Language Arts Reading Curriculum: The class will utilize two intervention programs: --Corrective Reading program - Decoding (phonics), fluency (speed), and comprehension activities. Students will track their own fluency rates with each lesson. --Soar to Success – Comprehension, vocabulary. High-interest stories and artwork. Students will add to their list of books read!
Writing • Writing Curriculum: - Step Up to Writing – Strategies for note-taking, using graphic organizers, short-answer and essay responses - 6-Trait Writing Rubric - Ideas and Content, Organization, Voice, Word Choice, Sentence Fluency, Conventions • Genres of writing - narrative writing, informational writing, persuasive writing, expository writing (compare/contrast)
Expectations 7th graders are busy!
At home… • Study space: Parent’s role vs. student independence • Homework: Practice, practice, practice. Homework will be a review of skills learned previously. When a student is absent, they may make up the work for full credit within 2 days. • Website: Stay informed of due dates and homework on Parent VUE and teacher websites. • Procedures: Weekend backpack checks! An organized backpack with the necessary supplies means less frustration for your child.
At school • Great attitude! High expectations = strong success! Students will be involved with their learning. • Behavior - school policies will apply. • Gradeswill be based on: 80% assessment; 20% homework/projects • Supplies for daily use: --Box of pencils --Glue sticks --Small scissors --2 composition books --2 clasp folders with pockets
Questions? To check your child’s grades: Kyrene Home Page Parents Parent VUE (get a PIN from the CMS office) Teacher individual website: Kyrene Home Page Schools Centennial Classrooms 7A Team Mrs. Alling Classroom phone number 480-541-6527 or email nallin@kyrene.org