This is a two period curriculum for language arts, as well as reading.  In my classroom, students become better readers and writers. Students rotate to stations for an individualized  Read 180 computer program, teacher directed small group activities, independent reading, and whole class instruction. 

 

READING GRADES                                                                   LANGUAGE ARTS GRADE
Class Work                 60%                                                          Class Work                70%
Homework                  10%                                                          Homework                 20%
Assessment                  15%                                                         Assessment                 10%
Read 180 Computer    15% 

  

 

SUPPLIES

 

Students are expected to bring paper and pencils to class everyday.  This is part of their class work grade.  A pencil sharpener that holds the shavings is a very useful tool in any classroom, because it cuts down on the disruptions and off-task behaviors that occur when students get up to sharpen their pencils.  My students will need a notebook or two folders that can remain in the classroom.  A spiral notebook or a compostion book is also needed for journal writing. 

HOMEWORK

 

Homework is assigned on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays.  Homework must be returned the next day.  I will not accept late homework.  If students do not complete class work, they can take it home and return to me the next day.  Since class work is 60%-70% of the overall grade, I strongly encourage students to take advantage of the option to get help at home.

 

                                                  CONTACT INFORMATION

Call me at school from 7:30-8:00 and again from 1:45-4:00.  Click below to email me at anytime:

                                                     mertonkl@gm.sbac.edu