Auburn Junior High School
7th grade Literature/Language Arts Syllabus
2016-2017
Mrs. Hemberger
Welcome to seventh grade literature and language arts. Since you are now a professional junior high student, seventh grade should be an easy transition. What you can expect in seventh grade:
· More rigorous load
· More responsibility
· More privileges
Course Description: This course is designed to improve students’ ability to communicate and work cooperatively. This class focuses on many different areas of Language Arts such as reading, writing, grammar, listening, research and communication.
Objectives of Course: By the end of this course you will be able to : comprehend vocabulary on your grade level, read text meant for your grade level, identify parts of sentences, write several different types of text, and research information to complete projects.
Introduction: In seventh grade literature and language arts, we will focus on
· Reading with understanding and fluency
· Understanding literary elements and techniques
· Reading and interpreting literary works
· Communicating through writing for a variety of purposes
· Listening and speaking effectively in a variety of situations
· Using the language arts to acquire, assess, and communicate information
Auburn Community District #10 Grading Scale:
A 100-93%
B 92-85%
C 84-77%
D 76-69%
F 68 -0%
Grades will be comprised of the following: projects, test and quizzes, homework, classwork, completion of assignment/projects and participation.
****Late Work Policy****
Late home work will be penalized accordingly:
1. One day late – 10% deduction
2. Two days late – 20% deduction
3. Three days late – 30% deduction (Home work will not be accepted after three days and the grade will result in a zero.)
***If students have an excused absence they will have one day for each day they were absent to complete their work for full credit.
Special point of interest: This class follows the guidelines outlined in the Auburn Junior High School Student Handbook.
Class Procedures
Entering the classroom:
Students should enter the classroom in a courteous manner, sit down quietly, read the directions on the Smartboard and promptly start completing the requirements.
Things to bring to class:
Students should bring their literature text book, composition book, English binder, pencils, paper, and other materials needed for that day.
Getting started:
When you enter the room, you should sharpen pencils, turn in any homework or makeup work, and get started on your bell work or vocabulary. Every student should be working when the bell rings. All homework, makeup work, and extra credit should be turned in to the appropriate tray. Each one is labeled for you.
Makeup work:
If you were absent, check the bulletin board for your class for the day that you missed or check my website to see what homework you missed. Write down the assignment, complete the absentee form in my classroom, and return it to me. When you turn in makeup work, write absent at the top and turn it in to the appropriate tray. If students have an excused absence they will have one day for each day they were absent to complete their work for full credit. If you need further clarification, please see me before or after class.If you have an unexcused absence you will receive a zero on work for the day that you were unexcused.
Homework:
Homework should be turned in at the appropriate file when you enter the classroom. If you do not have your homework, please retrieve a "Missing Assignment Form” from the file. Fill out the form and give it to me. Then you will need to fill out the “Missing Assignment List” in your binder. Once you have completed your assignment you will need to have me initial it under the completed section. Homework cannot be made up without the complete “Missing Assignment Form” and it will result in a zero. Late homework will be penalized ten points for one day late, twenty points for two days late, thirty points for three days late. No homework will be accepted after three days of it being late and you will receive a zero.
All homework will be posted on my teacher website: http://www.auburn.k12.il.us/vnews/display.v/SEC/Junior%20High%7CMrs.%20Hemberger
Class Dismissal:
The bell is an alert for teachers, not for students. The bell does not dismiss you, I do. When the bell rings, stay seated for any further instructions and wait until I dismiss you.
Discipline Plan for Mrs. Hemberger’s 7th Grade Literature/Language
Classroom Rules and Expectations:
1. Immediately follow directions
2. Come to class prepared
3. Tell the truth
4. Bring something to read to class EACH day!
5. Raise your hand to speak or leave your seat
6. Keep your hands, feet, and negative comments to yourself
7. Finished all assigned work and turn it in on time
8. Respect others including other students and teachers and others’ items
9. Try your best at all times and make our classroom a positive place to learn
10. Smile!!
Possible Consequences - If you choose to break a rule may include:
1. Verbal warning
2. Behavior contract
3. Lunch detention
4. Conference with parent/guardian
5. Conference with student
6. After school detention
7. Office referral
Severe disruption: immediate office referral
Individual Rewards
1. Praise
2. Possible extra credit/ Thumbs Up points
3. Positive Notes/ Calls home
4. The joy of a positive learning experience