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WELCOME TO ENGLISH 8 In English 8, students
 * read novels, poetry, short stories and drama.
 * learn terms to discuss literature and identify elements of fiction, poetry and drama.
 * expand working vocabulary through reading and frequent writing.
 * share insights in discussions, presentations and writing.
 * write creative, personal and analytical essays based on their reading and experiences.
 * write their own poetry, stories and plays.
 * share their writing in small groups.
 * study core grammar principles and apply them to enhance precision in composition.
 * keep a folder of all writing, including required revisions.
 * learn to read and speak effectively in front of a group.

Requirements

 Students read daily, write frequently, take occasional tests and a final examination.

 Because sharing insights on the readings and each other's writing consumes much of the class time and enhances each individual's experience, students' contributions to class discussions and activities weigh heavily in their grades.

 Each student's grade is divided as follows among daily preparation and participation (20%), written work (45%), and scores on tests/projects/presentations (35%).

 Students may review their grades or request help during my conference periods and before or after school. Extra help is available every Thursday.

Texts //The Last Lecture - (summer reading)// //To Kill a Mockingbird – Harper Lee// (2nd Quarter) //The Tempest - William Shakespeare (3//rd Quarter) //Lord of the Flies – William Golding// (4th Quarter) //Gilgamesh the Hero – Geraldine McCaughrean// //The Language of Literature–McDougall Littell// //(English 7 as well)//