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Read and find out a little about Mrs. Hoffmann’s 7th grade English class.

7th Grade English Course Matter(what you’ll be working on this year)

Journaling

Spelling – most often misspelled words

Perfecting the Writing Process – in order to utilize it in writing

Writing Various Types of Essays – based on purpose of writing

Writing Skills – organization, word choice, grammar

Creative Writing

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the supplies you will need

2” Binder for English only

Dividers (5)

One single subject spiral (100 count)

One Composition Book

Flash Drive

Other supplies as needed for class

pens/pencils/red pens

notebook paper

highlighters – multiple colors

access to a dictionary/thesaurus

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Classroom Expectations

Be courteous to other students and teachers. Respect other’s belongings in the classroom. Bring all materials to class everyday. Be on time. Be a team player. Give 100% in everything you do.

In order to maintain a safe and respectful environment that is conducive to learning, the following classroom expectations are essential.

Other Expectations Stay in your assigned seat unless given permission to

move around.

Use the restroom during your 5 minute passing period.

Only bring necessary materials into the class; we have no room for backpacks and large bags. Leave cell phones, ipods or other personal items in your locker.

Food, candy and drinks are not allowed in the classroom, except for water bottles with lids.

Turn assignments in on time.

Enter the classroom in a quiet courteous manner. The classroom is not a place for horse play.

First Incident – Verbal Warning and last to leave class.

Second Incident – Set in hallway for reflection time; parent conference/call.

Third Incident – Lunch or after school detention; additional parent conference.

Fourth Incident – Referral to Principal’s office.

If any of these classroom expectations are not met the results will be as follows:

Class Work & Homework PolicyClass Work Homework

Class work will be counted late if it is not finished either in class or the next day with the teacher’s okay.

Homework will be counted late if it is not finished by the beginning of class on the day it is due.

If a student turns in work after it is due, it is considered late. It may be turned in one day late for up to a 70. After two days, it can be up to a 50.

Late Work If you turn in a late assignment, attach the bright

blue late assignment slip to it. Make sure you fill out the information on the slip.

You will know the date it was due from the heading in the upper right hand corner which will include the due date.

Make-up workIf you miss a day of school, you are responsible to pick-up your make-up work.

Make-up work is due the day after it is received. If more time is needed due to an extended absence, that can be arranged.

If a student is present the day an assignment is given but is absent the day the assignment is due, the assignment will be due the next day the student returns.

Class Work & Homework – 50%

Major Work (tests, essays & projects)– 50%

Parent PortalYou may keep track of academic progress regularly through the Parent Portal.

Access it on the school web site - www.robinson.k12.tx.us/. Click the icon Parents under Resources on the left hand side of the home page. Scroll down the “parents” page until you find the Parent Portal link.

Resources

Parents PTA Emergency Special Links Employment CTE Health Services Alumni Administrator

The Parent Portal will be updated at the beginning of the week, but missing assignments will be filled in everyday as an “M”. If you look at the portal regularly, you will be reminded of missing work. You will then be able to get your work finished and turned in the next day for a late grade instead of a zero.

Classroom Procedures Independent Work – You will be expected to utilize your

time wisely when you are asked to work alone on assignments. This will reduce your homework load tremendously.

Group Work – You will be expected to work productively and cooperatively together when you are given assignments that will be done in groups. In order for your group to accomplish and succeed in your assignments, everyone will need to participate and listen especially when the teacher is giving instructions.

TutorialsEvery Tuesday from 3:25 – 4:10

If any student needs additional help or to come at another time, please arrange it before hand.

We will be utilizing homeroom this year as a tutorial time as needed.

Conference Period 7th Period 1:46 – 2:33

Homeroom Period 10:36 – 11:09

"If you never have, you should. These things are fun and fun is good."

by Dr. Seuss

Seventh grade should be a fun year. You have the opportunity to have many great things happen both inside and outside of the classroom. Remember that your attitude will affect how your year will go; make sure you have a great attitude and you will have a great year!