Mrs. Kathleen BorjaMrs. Kathleen Borja

7th Grade Language Arts/AVID

7th Grade Language Arts/AVID

How you can helpHow you can help

Back up my academic expectations. Back up my behavioral expectations. Review the calendar and my website for updated

information, links, etc. www.sanelijomiddle.org

Contact me anytime you have a concern. (760) 290-2800, ext. 3704 Office Hours:9:00AM-3:00PM Email address: kathleen.borja@smusd.org

Back up my academic expectations. Back up my behavioral expectations. Review the calendar and my website for updated

information, links, etc. www.sanelijomiddle.org

Contact me anytime you have a concern. (760) 290-2800, ext. 3704 Office Hours:9:00AM-3:00PM Email address: kathleen.borja@smusd.org

HomeworkHomework

Homework: This will be given three to four nights each week. Independent reading is an on-going, yearlong assignment and students should be reading at least 20 minutes a night(especially non-fiction text).There is strong correlation between high-test scores and comprehension levels.

Longer projects such Book Reports, Essays, etc. will have longer due dates

Absences = student’s responsibility No late work accepted per school policy!

Homework: This will be given three to four nights each week. Independent reading is an on-going, yearlong assignment and students should be reading at least 20 minutes a night(especially non-fiction text).There is strong correlation between high-test scores and comprehension levels.

Longer projects such Book Reports, Essays, etc. will have longer due dates

Absences = student’s responsibility No late work accepted per school policy!

Grading systemGrading system Grading scale Everyone begins with an “A” grade and is

based upon points earned. A = 90-100 B = 80-89 C = 70-79 D = 60-69 F= 59 & below

Updated grades posted online: WWW.MYGRADEBOOK.COM

Click “students and parents login here”Click “single class login”Classword: period-borja-1112Password: (student’s 6-digit I.D. #)

Grading scale Everyone begins with an “A” grade and is based upon points earned.

A = 90-100 B = 80-89 C = 70-79 D = 60-69 F= 59 & below

Updated grades posted online: WWW.MYGRADEBOOK.COM

Click “students and parents login here”Click “single class login”Classword: period-borja-1112Password: (student’s 6-digit I.D. #)

Curriculum/Daily ActivitiesCurriculum/Daily Activities Editing/Writing Conventions and Grammar

Exercises Academic Vocabulary Core novels/short fictional and nonfiction text Book reports/Semester book projects ( 1-2 project per trimester)*** Standardized Test Prep Speeches, Socratic Seminar, Debates,etc.

Editing/Writing Conventions and Grammar Exercises

Academic Vocabulary Core novels/short fictional and nonfiction text Book reports/Semester book projects ( 1-2 project per trimester)*** Standardized Test Prep Speeches, Socratic Seminar, Debates,etc.

More on CurriculumMore on Curriculum Writing( mini-lessons, daily journaling,

essays, quick writes or timed writings) Use of Technology like Moodle, online

classroom learning site, to encourage writing.

This site is http://moodle-1.smusd.org/moodle/ Students will use forums, chat, and other

activities, etc. to receive instant feedback from teachers and peers.

Writing( mini-lessons, daily journaling, essays, quick writes or timed writings)

Use of Technology like Moodle, online classroom learning site, to encourage writing.

This site is http://moodle-1.smusd.org/moodle/ Students will use forums, chat, and other

activities, etc. to receive instant feedback from teachers and peers.

Textbook/Core NovelsTextbook/Core Novels This year I’m piloting a new literature series

from the publisher Glencoe.Students will have access to online text or will check out a hardcover book when needed.

For online access Visit www.Glencoe.com The passcode is #BADA9914AE

The core literature will be: The Giver, Lois Lowery Sign of the Chrysantheum by Murder for her Majesty by Retold British and American Classic Fiction

This year I’m piloting a new literature series from the publisher Glencoe.Students will have access to online text or will check out a hardcover book when needed.

For online access Visit www.Glencoe.com The passcode is #BADA9914AE

The core literature will be: The Giver, Lois Lowery Sign of the Chrysantheum by Murder for her Majesty by Retold British and American Classic Fiction

Suggested Items Bring Every Day:

Suggested Items Bring Every Day:

Hallway Pass/ Eagle Flight Card Three-ring binder with dividers (not a separate

one for just this class) 2 pencils,2 pens, highlighter Lined, white notebook paper Note cards Single Subject spiral or compostion notebook

for daily journaling. Student planner,pocket size dictionary Chapter book or novel

Hallway Pass/ Eagle Flight Card Three-ring binder with dividers (not a separate

one for just this class) 2 pencils,2 pens, highlighter Lined, white notebook paper Note cards Single Subject spiral or compostion notebook

for daily journaling. Student planner,pocket size dictionary Chapter book or novel

*California Content Standards for Grade 7 Reading (1st

semester)

*California Content Standards for Grade 7 Reading (1st

semester) R1.1-R 1.3 Identify idioms, metaphors and similes in prose and

poetry, use knowledge of Greek, Latin and Anglo-Saxon roots and affixes to understand content-area vocabulary, and clarify word meanings through use of context clues.

R2.1 Understand differences of purpose and structure between various types of informational text.

R2.2 Locate information by using a variety of consumer, workplace, and public documents.

R2.4 Identify and trace the development of an author’s argument, or point of view.

R2.5 Understand and explain the use of a simple mechanical device by following technical directions.

R2.6 Assess the adequacy of evidence to support claims, noting bias (editorials, speeches)

R1.1-R 1.3 Identify idioms, metaphors and similes in prose and poetry, use knowledge of Greek, Latin and Anglo-Saxon roots and affixes to understand content-area vocabulary, and clarify word meanings through use of context clues.

R2.1 Understand differences of purpose and structure between various types of informational text.

R2.2 Locate information by using a variety of consumer, workplace, and public documents.

R2.4 Identify and trace the development of an author’s argument, or point of view.

R2.5 Understand and explain the use of a simple mechanical device by following technical directions.

R2.6 Assess the adequacy of evidence to support claims, noting bias (editorials, speeches)

California Content Standards for Grade 7 Reading (2nd

semester)

California Content Standards for Grade 7 Reading (2nd

semester) R3.2 Identify the events that advance the plot of the story.

R3.3 Analyze characters through thoughts, words, speech patterns, actions, the narrator’s description, and other characters’ words and actions.

R3.4 Identify and analyze recurring messages/themes.

R3.5 Contrast point of view in narratives and how it affects the theme.

R3.2 Identify the events that advance the plot of the story.

R3.3 Analyze characters through thoughts, words, speech patterns, actions, the narrator’s description, and other characters’ words and actions.

R3.4 Identify and analyze recurring messages/themes.

R3.5 Contrast point of view in narratives and how it affects the theme.

*California Content Standards for Grade 7 Writing:

*California Content Standards for Grade 7 Writing:

L 1.0 Demonstrate proficiency in using mechanics, parts of speech, and sentence structure.

L2.0 Deliver well-organized formal presentations W1.0- Students will write clear, coherent, focused

essays. The essays will have a set purpose, formal introductions, supporting evidence, and conclusions.

The STATE Writing Exam for all 7th graders will be March 1st. The types of essays they must be prepared to write:

Personal narrative/Autobiographical Incident Short story

Response to literature Summary

Persuasive essay Research report

Mini writing lessons on the 6traits to great writing!

L 1.0 Demonstrate proficiency in using mechanics, parts of speech, and sentence structure.

L2.0 Deliver well-organized formal presentations W1.0- Students will write clear, coherent, focused

essays. The essays will have a set purpose, formal introductions, supporting evidence, and conclusions.

The STATE Writing Exam for all 7th graders will be March 1st. The types of essays they must be prepared to write:

Personal narrative/Autobiographical Incident Short story

Response to literature Summary

Persuasive essay Research report

Mini writing lessons on the 6traits to great writing!

Behavior management planBehavior management planRules

Begin working on the “Bell Work Assignment” and record your homework once class begins.

Remain seated, and bring all materials every day. Respect people and property. Follow all San Elijo School rules.

Rewards Raffle Prizes, No Homework Passes, Notes/Calls

home Individual privileges/Team Building Activities

Consequences Warning, Behavior Log,Phone Call Home,

Detention/Referral/Escort

Rules Begin working on the “Bell Work Assignment” and

record your homework once class begins. Remain seated, and bring all materials every day. Respect people and property. Follow all San Elijo School rules.

Rewards Raffle Prizes, No Homework Passes, Notes/Calls

home Individual privileges/Team Building Activities

Consequences Warning, Behavior Log,Phone Call Home,

Detention/Referral/Escort

Homework Club/PRIDE Program

Homework Club/PRIDE Program Pride will be offered the following days/times

for Language Arts and Math only:

Tuesdays/Thursdays AFTERSCHOOL from 2:15-3:15pm or Wednesdays/Fridays MORNINGS from 7:15-7:55am.

Students expected to bring homework and a novel to read if they finish early

Applications in counseling office

Pride will be offered the following days/times for Language Arts and Math only:

Tuesdays/Thursdays AFTERSCHOOL from 2:15-3:15pm or Wednesdays/Fridays MORNINGS from 7:15-7:55am.

Students expected to bring homework and a novel to read if they finish early

Applications in counseling office