1. 8 th Grade Mrs. Debbie Ladeby & Ms. Brittani Siracusa

2. Daily Expectations  In your seat by the time the bell rings  Prepared with all supplies in class  Homework written in planner daily  Positive Attitude and Open mind  SURGE Environment

3. Curriculum  Focus on Common Core  Emphasis on Literacy  Reading  Writing  Critical Thinking  Ability to support claims  Discussions  Informal  Formal - Forums

4. Units of Study  Elements of Narrative  Response to Literature  Expository Text  Argument Writing  Close Reading and Summary Writing

5. Keeping Track of Assignments  Look for the agenda on the board – planner  Class Website Class Website  lms.sandi.net lms.sandi.net  Check with class friends  Email: dladeby@sandi.net ordladeby@sandi.net bsiracusa@sandi.net

6. “I don’t have any homework.”  “Let me see your planner.”  “Now, let’s check the class website.”  “Show me your completed assignment.”  “Is there anything else you can add?”  “If you don’t have any homework, take out a book and read.”  “Don’t forget to charge your iPad.”

7. Supplies  2 ½” Three Ring Binder w/ Dividers  Binder paper  Pencils/Pens (multiple)  Highlighter  Colored Pencils  Ear buds  iPad Charged Daily!!

8. Grading  A standard grading scale will be used (A=100%- 90%; B=89%-80%; C=79%-70%; D=69%-60%; F 59% and below).  Grade will consist of:  Classwork  Homework  Written Work/Projects  Assessments  Participation

9. Posting Grades  Grades are entered as soon as I can get to them  Keep track of assignments on Power School and verify scores with returned documents (Students that submit “late work” must be patient for entering of points. Be persistent, but still polite.)

10. Daily Participation  Contribute to class discussions constructively  Listen quietly and respectfully  Prepared with all materials  Cooperate when working in small groups  Following class expectations  Positive attitude and pleasant demeanor  Independent Reading  iPads charged

11. Late Work Policy  Once an assignment has been entered into Power School, students have one week to turn it in before it becomes a zero.  Late work will receive no higher than a “C”  After a week, an assignment can receive no more than 50%

12. Absences  Attendance is crucial  A student is responsible for missing work while out on an absence  Help your child by checking the class website  Email me if you or your child needs more clarification  Most assignments can be completed and submitted online  Your child will receive extra days according to absence

13. Student Progress  Please check Power School account to make sure you’re on track!!  Parent Login received at Tech Training  Monthly Class Progress Reports home

14. Tutoring  Every Monday, Tuesday, and Most Thursdays 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.  Before school  By appointment

15. Please contact me if you have any questions/concerns dladeby@sandi.net bsiracusa@sandi.net Please update Power School Profile with email address through the office!!