Course Syllabus

7th grade Language Arts

Teacher: Mr. Albright                 Room: 605          Phone:  (951) 696-3503   ext. 3165                 Email: jalbright@murrieta.k12.ca.us

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Course Objectives

7th grade language arts provides students with opportunities and resources to develop the skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Students read a variety of literature and informational texts as well as routinely write to examine a topic, convey ideas, and support claims. Focus is placed on developing analytical skills, where students cite textual evidence and provide elaboration to support that evidence. Speaking and listening skills, vocabulary development, and grammar instruction are integrated throughout reading and writing experiences.. It is vital for students to have strong work habits and be ready and willing to put forth the effort necessary to be successful.

Grading Policy

Students will be assessed in the standard category areas listed below. Students may monitor their scores on Aeries and are encouraged to check gradebooks at least once a month.

Reading  35%

Writing 35%

Speaking/Listening 15%

Language 15%

Within each category, students will complete formative and summative assignments. Summative assignments are more heavily weighted in the gradebook (70%) than formative assignments (30%). 

Let's have a great second semester,

Mr. Albright