INTENSIVE READING 2019-2020 RULES & EXPECTATIONS CLASS MATERIALS Mrs. M Perdomo Room 220 mperdomo@somersetsilverpalms.net   CLASS MATERIALS School supplied laptop Course fee ($15) will cover the following: - Compatible headset with built-in mic - Jr. Scholastic Magazine subscription - iLit on-line curriculum   RULES & EXPECTATIONS Responsibilities Students will maintain a respectful and positive attitude toward the teacher and classmates Be on time! Class time is limited and every minute is utilized. If a student arrives tardy to class, they will be sent to the security desk to receive a tardy pass to enter class. Absences It is the student’s responsibility to request and make up missed work. You have ONE class session to make up any missed assignment for each excused absent. Late Work: Work assigned in class must be completed by the end of each class period. If additional time is needed, student MUST ask teacher if they may complete the assignment for homework. If granted, assignment MUST be completed BEFORE the following class meeting. If it is not, ONE additional class period will be permitted to complete assignment for a 30 point deduction from the earned grade. After this, the assignment will NOT be accepted and a Z (0) will be inputted in the grade book. Cell Phones Cell phones are NOT to be used during class time. Phones used during class time will be confiscated and can be picked up from the main office. Penalties 1st time: verbal warning 2nd time: possible parent contact 3rd time: detention 4th time: Saturday detention 5th time: Administrative referral COURSE DESCRIPTION In order to enhance student reading skills we will be focusing on elements of literature, reading strategies, building comprehension, and vocabulary in this course. http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Enlightened-Elephant CURRICULUM In this course we use iLit; a virtual computer-based program. Comprehensive reading solutions to accelerate reading growth in students in 6th through 8th grade. Used for intervention, supplemental instruction, and English language development. iLit combines high-interest, standards-aligned digital and print-learning experiences that inspire literacy.   www.learnilit.com    GRADING POLICY Classwork- 40% Tests- 30% Quizzes- 20% Participation- 10% Grades will be available on Parent/Student Portal