Classroom Information
8th Grade Language Arts Syllabus
2009-2010
Kristin.fanning@walton.k12.ga.us
Dear Students and Parents,
I want to welcome you to Pod 802, Language Arts. We will have fun learning, and you will be challenged to think and perform at higher academic levels. I expect for you to put forth your best effort, and not accept failure.
Notebooks
Pod 802 expects for each student to have a 3-ring binder with dividers that section each individual class. I will conduct notebook checks periodically.
Homework
Students will have an assignment most nights. Assignments may not always be written, though. It is the student’s responsibility to check the agenda wall and the teacher’s website for posted assignments at www.schoolrack.com/kfanning
Grading
40% Tests, Projects
30% Quizzes
20% Daily class assignments/Notebook check/Required Reading
10% Participation
Make-Up Work
It is the student’s responsibility to get make-up work when he/she is absent. Students have 3 days upon his/her return to make-up assignments. Communication should be made with the teacher regarding special circumstances.
Extra Help
Extra help is available. I will have a Writing Workshop that will give students the extra help they need outside of the regular classroom. This will be once a week from 2:45 to 3:15. Students must sign up for this workshop at least a day in advance. I will have a sign-up sheet in the classroom. I will also have a Help Day once a week for students who need extra practice or help understanding. They must sign up to attend this as well. The times will be the same as the Writing Workshop, but the days will be announced.
Planner
We are asking that students purchase a planner since agendas will not be available this school year. As an 8th grader, a planner should be a necessity. This will keep students organized and on top of their academic assignments.
Contact
I may be reached via email at Kristin.fanning@walton.k12.ga.us.
