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This class focuses on developing reading comprehension, writing strategies, and speaking skills. Students will learn grammar, punctuation, vocabulary, and sentence structure, aligned to CA State Standards. Using technology, students will engage in interactive presentations, online research, and reading assessments. The class also includes independent reading and book checks. Parent communication is facilitated through the Parent Portal and email.
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WELCOME Ms. Cordry Language Arts 7th & 8th Grade
Reading Comprehension Writing Strategies Speaking & Listening skills Grammar, Punctuation, Vocabulary, Sentence Structure Class Content(CA State Standards)
Technology • Laptops • EdModo • MyAccess • Brain Pop • Web Quests • Interactive Presentations • Online Research/Resources
Reading – Accelerated Reader • Computer tests • Reading Logs & Goals • Independent Reading Books • Read 20 minutes per day at school and at home to meet goals. • At least Two grades each quarter: Average Percent Correct Percent of Point Goal Book Checks/Log Checks • AR grades entered at the end of each quarter.
Renaissance Home • You can also: • Click Email Setup to sign up to receive emails showing your student's quiz or test results. • Click Help to get answers to your questions about Renaissance Home Connect. https://hosted111.renlearn.com/268527/HomeConnect/Login.aspx
Reading Units (7th) • Novels – A Proud Taste for Scarlet and Miniver • Textbook (Holt- Rinehart) - Short stories, excerpts, poems, etc. - Informative Reading (Text, Teen Newsweek) • Book Orders
Reading Units(8th) • Novels – The Outsiders - Nothing But the Truth • Textbook (Holt- Rinehart) - Short stories, excerpts, poems, etc. - Informative Reading (Text, Teen Newsweek)
7th Grade Writing • Essays • * 7th grade State Testing • Persuasive • Response to Literature • Narrative • Summary • Timed Writing
Vocabulary • Readings • Vocabulary Units • Review • Tests http://www.sadlier-oxford.com/vocabulary/levels_a2h.cfm
Supplies • Agenda • Outside Reading Book • Loose-leaf Paper, pencils, pens, highlighters • Organized 3-Ring Binder with an ELA section • 4 colored pens (blue,black,red,green) • Flash Drive/headphones • Writing Binder
We truly appreciate any donations to the classroom.Thanks for comingtoBack to School Night
Parent Communications: • Parent Portal for student grades • Renaissance Home • South Pointe website to view homework assignments
The parent portal to view grades:https://parents.wvusd.k12.ca.us/abi/To check homework:www.wvusd.k12.ca.us Email me at: wcordry@wvusd.k12.ca.us