7Th Grade Language Arts
Course Syllabus 2019-2020
Mrs. Lowe
Teacher Contact Information:
Conference: 1st Period
Email: llowe@opsb.net
Phone: 318.397.8444
Materials Needed:
Course Description:
Students will refine and master previously learned reading, writing, listening, speaking, and viewing skills in increasingly complex presentations, reading selections, and written compositions. Seventh grade students read widely in classic and contemporary selections and informational texts. Students will draw data from multiple sources for use in research and projects.
Course Grades:
Reading:
Vocabulary Test- normally given on Thursdays
Story and Literary Skills Test- will be given when we have finished reading and covering the story.
Writing- Constructive Response Questions (3-5 sentence answers). These questions will be related to the reading passage
Projects- Details given at the beginning of each unit.
Bellringer
English:
Grammar Skills Test
Essays
DOL
Classroom Expectations:
1. Arrive on Time
2. Come Prepared to Class
3. Be Respectful of Others
4. Display Appropriate Behavior
5. Follow All Directions and Adhere to School Policies