Eighth Grade English Curriculum

What is the objective of the eighth grade English curriculum?

• To create independent thinkers and collaborative learners

• To prepare students for high school, college, and work life

• To practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking tasks

• All of the above

What will students focus on in eighth grade?

• Higher level thinking and analysis skills

• Basic reading and writing skills

• Listening and speaking skills

• Math and science

What will be covered in the first quarter?

• Culture and Belonging

• Elements of Plot

• The Diary of Anne Frank

• Multimedia Analysis

How will students be graded in the English class?

• Based on overall percentage

• Based on growth and mastery of skills

• Based on standardized test scores

• Based on completion of assignments

According to the syllabus, how should students make up for missed assignments or absences?

• Visit the teacher during homeroom or stay after school

• Ignore the missed work and move on

• Ask a classmate for the missed notes

• Wait for the teacher to reach out

Which platforms will you use to access notes, class work, and homework?

• Google classroom

• Canvas

• Microsoft Teams

• Zoom

Which quarter involves SBA testing?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

How often is the online grade book updated?

• Once a week

• Every day

• Every month

• Once every two weeks

During which period can you visit your teacher for additional help?

• 
  

• Lunch

• Afterschool

• Homeroom

Which category of grading makes up 40% of your grade?

• Practice/warm up

• Formative

• Summative