Hello parents and students! Welcome to week 4 of ELA. This week we will begin our novel study using Dear Martin (8th grade) by Nic Stone and Ghost Boys (7th grade) by Jewell Parker Rhodes. Monday - Wednesday of this week we will focus on our pre-reading activities such as setting up a class contract, researching the author, and discussing sensitive topics that could possibly arise. With the times that we are currently living in it is important for our young learners to have tough conversations around social justice issues and racial inequalities. With this in mind, I have chosen these two novels that will not only continue a love for learning but will also spark the necessary dialogue among our readers and bring awareness to the importance of becoming dedicated advocates of change.
Here are our standards for the week:
1) R.L. 7.1 and RL 8.1 - Cite textual evidence to the best supports a claim
2) SL 7.1 and SL 8.1 - Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussion
3) W 7.8 and W 8.8 Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectively; assess the credibility of each source.
Parents, please remember to complete the required CPS forms using this link BACK TO SCHOOL RESOURCES AND FORMS
ELA Assignments and Other Information:
Reminders: Progress reports will be coming out during week 5.
Here are our standards for the week:
1) R.L. 7.1 and RL 8.1 - Cite textual evidence to the best supports a claim
2) SL 7.1 and SL 8.1 - Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussion
3) W 7.8 and W 8.8 Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectively; assess the credibility of each source.
Parents, please remember to complete the required CPS forms using this link BACK TO SCHOOL RESOURCES AND FORMS
ELA Assignments and Other Information:
Reminders: Progress reports will be coming out during week 5.
- Weekly Assignments: Independent reading for 30 min a day, Read Theory, Asynchronous and Synchronous assignments.
- Google Classroom: Student use this platform for daily assignments
- Grades: Starting September 8, 2020 CPS will return to regular grading practices, as the district will ensure all students have the tools they need to succeed. There will be no pass or incomplete grades given.
- Office Hours: School days from 2:10 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. We will use this time to connect with students and families. We will have scheduled appointments as well as open times. We will use Google Chat for one-on-one meetings and Google Meet for group sessions.
- Communication platforms with students: Aspen and Google Suites (Google Classroom, CPS email, Google Meet, Google Chat).
- Communication platforms with parents/families: Aspen, email, blog and phone. We recommend that parents/families know the emails and passwords of their students so they can also access Google Classroom.