1. Mrs. McCatherine 8th Grade ENGLISH

3. Hello! I am Mrs. McCatherine English – Room 507
I am here because I love being a teacher, I love to read, and write. There are many types of books to read and many ways to write and we will explore these books and styles of writing this year…together!

4. Welcome back to school About Me
I am a graduate of Tarleton State University
I am married to John and have three grown children-Andy, Amanda, and Alex
Andy is married and has a wife, Meghan
I love to read, to scrapbook and cook… I especially love to try new recipes!
I believe that reading and writing is the most important thing you will learn and I hope that you will read and write daily
I have a big, fat cat named Ralphie
FOR CLASS YOU WILL NEED:
A pencil or pen and eraser
Glue
Scissors
Highlighter
Red pen (or another color will work)
A composition notebook
A great book to read
A positive, “I can do it” attitude
Your beautiful smile

5. Bell Schedule *Reading and writing are combined for a two period block.
1st Period: 8:00-8:50
2nd Period: 8:54-9: *2nd and 3rd Block 8A
3rd Period: 9:48-10:38
4th Period: 10:42-11:18 Prime Time
5th Period: 11:22-12: *5th and 6th Block 8B
6th Period: 12:16-1:06
Lunch: 1:10-1:40
7th Period: 1:45-2: *7th and 8th Block 8C
8th Period: 2:40-3:30
At times the schedule will change for special events and Early Release

6. Course Overview and Syllabus
8th Grade English
Room 507

7. Course Description
Welcome to 8th grade English. Our goal for the year is to learn to read and think as writers, to look at texts through a writer’s eye. We will be reading and writing poetry, narratives, informational, and argumentative texts. You will have the opportunity to read engaging, thought-provoking texts and novels you won’t want to put down.
By examining these exemplary texts, you will build your skills as a writer and be able to communicate your ideas effectively. We will also spend time building your vocabulary and technology skills. Discussion, both speaking and listening, as well as working in collaboration with others will play a large role in class and help to prepare you for the college and career world. I look forward to spending the year learning with you!

8. homework Homework assignments may include, but are not limited to:
Independent reading
Drafting, revising, and writing polished pieces of writing
Vocabulary activities
Responding to reading or writing prompts

9. You can also split your content
White
Is the color of milk and fresh snow, the color produced by the combination of all the colors of the visible spectrum.
Black
Is the color of coal, ebony, and of outer space. It is the darkest color, the result of the absence of or complete absorption of light.

10. GRADING READING At least nine reading grades per nine weeks WRITING
At least nine writing grades per nine weeks
TESTS/MAJOR GRADES
At least two test grades and one essay grade per nine weeks.

11. Classroom Expectations
Be kind & be respectful.

12. Be on time and be prepared.

13. Ask permission to leave your seat
NO SLEEPING IN CLASS!
Ask permission to leave your seat

14. Raise your hand to enter discussion

15. Follow directions the first time they are given.

16. No food or drinks consumed in the classroom

17. Cellphones must be OFF AND IN YOUR BACKPACK AT ALL TIMES (SEE SCHOOL POLICY)

18. All school rules and policies also apply

19. Communication School Website: www.lisdtx.org
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20. Any questions? You can find me at mccatherinem@lisdtx.org
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21. This will be a fantastic year!

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