Welcome to Miss Brown’s Language Arts class! I hope we will have a great year together. What will we do in Language Arts this year?
Literature: We will study all types of literature. Your literature book contains a wealth of different types of writing. You will have homework and vocabulary words resulting from our study.
Writing: Writing is a life skill you will use forever. You will be given many opportunities to hone your communication skills. It is important to know and practice the different stages of the writing process, especially now that the State of Michigan is testing students on their abilities in this area. Don’t worry! You will have lots of practice. Sometimes I will choose the topic; sometimes you will choose it. Let your creativity soar! Remember, all writing must be in ink or typed.
Grammar: Grammar is an important component of your Language Arts class. We will have many activities to enhance our skills in grammar and punctuation.
Spelling/Vocabulary: You will be expected spell correctly in all of your writing. You will need to learn the meaning of vocabulary words and how to spell them.
Projects: From time to time, you will participate in group or individual projects which allow you to apply knowledge from several areas of study.
HOMEWORK! HOMEWORK!! HOMEWORK!!!
Homework Policy: If you want to pass this class, you must do your homework. Assignments are due at the beginning of the hour. Remember to do your own work in order to receive all possible points. Please, refer to the school webpage at http://kentwoodps.org/ourschools/valleywoodmiddleschool/ to view the specifics regarding our homework and grading policy at Valleywood.
Late Homework Because of Absence: SEE ME!!! If you have been absent, we will work something out. BUT SEE ME. I WILL NOT come to you.
CLASSROOM RULES: In addition to the regular school/classroom rules, as outlined in your agenda school handbook, remember the following:
ü Respect each other and all school property: do not write on desks or white board.
ü PLEASE write legibly or use a word processor.
ü Display your full effort by keeping your head up and by standing up when you speak
ü Cooperate with each other
o (No physical/verbal fighting; horseplay or other)!
ü Come to class willing and ready to be appropriate, to be prepared, and to participate
