1. Welcome to 7th Grade Writing
Ms. Torrence,Mrs. Imme, Ms. Williams

2. NAME PLATE-warm up-7-10 minutes
Using the computer paper in front of you, create a name plate anyway you choose
On this name plate: 1. Write your name in the center 2. In the top right corner, illustrate your top two favorite academic subjects 3. In the top left corner illustrate of your favorite activity or hobby 4. In the bottom right corner, illustrate something you did this summer 5. In the bottom left corner, illustrate what you want to be when you grow up

3. Classroom Rules and Procedures
Walk into the room quietly and orderly
Sharpen your pencil, if necessary, before the tardy bell rings and class begins.
YOU ARE LATE IF YOU ARE NOT IN YOUR SEAT BY THE TARDY BELL!
Begin to write the objective in your planner, then complete your warm up from the board.
Hold all trash until the end of the class period.
Do not speak while I am speaking or a peer is addressing the class.
Raise your hand to get up from your seat FOR ANY REASON!
Turn in work to the appropriate bin on time.
If you need to ask a peer for a writing utensil, do so before class begins.
No food or drinks in class unless you have a doctor’s note.
The bell does not dismiss you, I do.

4. Restroom Privileges
Do not interrupt teacher instruction or lesson to ask to go to the restroom unless it is an emergency.
You must use your planner and fill out the information before you are permitted to go.
You may only use your planner, not someone else’s.
If you loose your planner, you loose your restroom privileges.
Do not remove your restroom passes; they must be left in your planner.
Per campus rules, you will not be permitted to go to the restroom the first 10 minutes of class, nor the last 10 minutes of class.
You best option is to visit the restroom in between classes.

5. Headings for assignments
First and Last Name
Date
Class Period
Title of Assignment

6. Assignment Expectations
All assignments need to be neatly written and legible.
Do not submit assignments on torn or crumpled papers
Assignments must be written in pen or pencil with a legible color
Papers with no names are placed in an area that is labeled by periods so students can search for their work if it is missing.
You will lose grading points for not having the proper heading on their assignments.
If a no name paper is not claimed within a 5 day period, the paper will be thrown away.
If you are absent, it is your responsibility to collect your missing work
If your grade falls below a 70%, your parent will be contacted by phone call or .
It is your responsibility to make sure all your assignments are turned in and completed in a timely manner.

7. Writing Class Expectations
Student Success
You are responsible to work and complete assignments daily.
You are also responsible to stay on task and be productive
You required to turn in all assignments on time.
Supplies:
You must have your binder with a writing section/tab for all writing papers.
You are responsible to bring your writing journal to class every day. Periodic journal checks will be implemented.
You are responsible to have a pencil, pen, and paper for class every day. It is your responsibility to be prepared and ready.
The above expectations are a requirement throughout the school year.

8. Academic Expectations
Academic Vocabulary
Dictionary Use
Planner Use Daily (Planner should have your first and last name in ink or permanent marker)
Scope Magazine
Wordly Wise
Root Word Practice
Please remember to treat the dictionaries and magazine with respect. Do NOT write in either resource; consequences will result.

9. The Purpose of Writing Class
To become better writers
To understand the importance of writing to communicate effectively
To use grammar skills effectively to ensure success not only as an adult, but also to succeed in your future careers.
To be successful on your Writing STAAR test in March which includes a revise and edit section with an expository essay.

10. If Anything, Remember to….
Be Prompt
Be Polite
Be Productive
Be Prepared
Helpful
Resourceful
Be a Problem Solver

11. 8/24 -- Why is creating Goals important?

12. Acrostic Poems 8/25
A poem where each letter spells out a word or phrase. Typically the first letters of a line are used to spell the message.

13. Acrostic Poem
Using the letters of your last name or your first name, compose a poem about yourself!
Make sure you:
Use the letters or your own name!
Add figurative language (BE CREATIVE)
Use colored pencils to decorate your paper and illustrate your poem.
Give your poem a creative name.

14. Examples of Acrostic Poems What does each letter say about the word or the place?
Seashores by the ocean
Unburdened days
Memories of fun
Mermaids
Enjoy swimming
Relaxing
Social center
Come together
Hopeful
Organized learning
Observe
Lasting memories

15. 8/28 Notebook Set-Up Instructions
Be sure that your first and last name is on the front cover or the inside cover
First Page: Table to Contents (title). Count off through the first six (8) pages of your notebook. These first eight pages will be for your Table of Contents ONLY.
Divide your page in three sections using the margins as a guide
The first small column will be for the date, the large middle section will be for your assignment title, and the last small column will be for your page number-label these sections above the proper column
Each activity will be recorded in the Table of Contents
Each activity and page that is used will be numbered, dated, and have a title.

16. Example

17. Creating C-Notes in your Journal:
On a blank sheet of paper in your journal, draw the lines to divide your page.
Title your paper:
C-Note instructions

18. C-Note Format Descriptors
Copy the instructions from the template in your journal

19. Grammar Notebook Guidelines and Expectations
Your grammar notebook/composition book must be brought to class every day.
A Table of Contents will used and kept current throughout the school year.
All work for this class will be written in your notebook
Warm-ups
C-Notes
Occasional writing assignments