8th Grade Language Arts

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8th Grade Language Arts

• Mrs. Maria Schofer
• Pine Mountain Middle School

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Expectations

• You will write different types of essays and
  analyze literature.
• You will have assignments both in AND outside of
  class.
• Your warm-up notebook will be graded each nine
  weeks.
• Class participation is part of your on-the-job
  performance.
• Students will be expected to uphold high standard
  in their academics and in their behavior. High
  school is only a year away.

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Tests and Make-Up Work

• Tests and quizzes are to be taken seriously. All
  students are to remain QUIET during the entire
  time tests are out. Any questionable behavior
  during tests will require a re-test.
• Make-up work is YOUR responsibility. Any late
  work from a student not absent will only be
  accepted at reduced credit, by school policy.
• Check Mrs. Schofers blog daily to look up missed
  assignments or to get notes/materials. You can
  use the schools website to get to the blogs.
  http//www.cobbk12.org/PineMountain/

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Materials Needed Everyday

• Loose-leaf paper for work turned in
• A single-subject spiral notebook or composition
  notebook for warm-ups
• The book or textbook the class is using
• Dark blue or black ink pen for any work to be
  graded. You will have to REWRITE any work not
  done correctly.
• Duo-tang pocket folder for handouts

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Six Rules for Success

1. Be on time.
2. Be prepared with class materials and assignments.
3. Be respectful and non-disruptive.
4. Bring only water out in class, not gum, candy or
   any other snacks.
5. Keep all personal items put away.
6. Remain in your seat and expect to stay in class
   the full period. Limit any need to leave class.

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8th Grade Language Arts Essential Questions

• Why do you need to succeed in language arts?
• How will this course help you succeed in the
  future?

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8th Grade Language Arts Essential Answers

• Writing is an important skill in the business
  world. With one neighbor discuss Try to name a
  job which will not require any writing
  whatsoever.
• Reading and reading comprehension are important
  in every day life as well as on the job in the
  adult world.
• If you plan to attend college or attain any
  further education, reading and writing ability
  are essential.

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8th Grade Language Arts Essential Answers

• And dont forget, you must pass parts of the CRCT
  in order to attend high school!
• The 8th grade writing assessment is an important
  test given during 8th grade which will determine
  your level of readiness for high school.

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Think-Pair-Share

• With a nearby partner, consider what career you
  have as a future goal. Then, on the index card
  write as much as you can about your future career
  goals. Be sure to write your name in the upper
  right-hand corner.
• Consider Why do you want to have that job or
  career? What sort of money do you expect to make?
  What will you need to do to attain this goal?

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Language Arts prepares you

• For your future career
• For high school
• For every day life in the adult world

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About Your Instructor

• BA from the College of Charleston, S.C.
• MA from Kings College, University of London,
  U.K.
• Has taught every grade from 7-12
• Former instructor at Kennesaw State University
• Loves teaching
• A proud parent and step-parent

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My Shining Moment

• My proudest personal accomplishment occurred
  when I graduated from college with my Bachelors
  degree. Although I do have a Masters, my
  undergraduate years were long and difficult. I
  had to pay for college myself, and it took 5
  years to do it. Throughout those years I held
  several part-time jobs in order to pay for my
  living expenses as well as college tuition
  because my parents did not make enough money to
  help me with college. The day I walked across the
  stage and held my college diploma in my hand was
  the day I realized I could do anything if I just
  keep working hard.

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Your Shining Moment

• Now its your turn. Write about your shining
  moment.
• First, brainstorm (alone or with one partner) and
  write a word-web or list ideas.
• Next, write a rough draft on your own paper.
• Finally, write your final draft on the paper
  provided. This is the publication step, so write
  in blue or black ink, please.