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Welcome to Mrs. Welcome to Mrs. White’s ClassWhite’s Class
English Language
Arts
ELAELA• Writing: We will be working on 4 different
long compositions, one for each quarter (narrative, descriptive, expository, and persuasive). We will also cover the standard English conventions and grammar.
• Spelling: We have weekly lessons. All workbook pages are due every Friday. Students should be practicing their spelling words nightly! Tests are Mondays.
ReadingReading• Reading Street Anthology: Our focus prior
to MCAS/PARCC exam. This book will be used on a daily basis and will go home for homework assignments occasionally.
• Novels: We will read at least 2 novels together as a class throughout the year. Students should also be reading on their own and keeping reading logs for possible end-of-the-year prizes!!
Grading PolicyGrading Policy• ELA:
– Tests 50%– Quizzes 30%– Homework 20%
It is very important for students to practice their Spelling words and complete their homework every night!!
Social Social StudiesStudies
Social StudiesSocial Studies• United States History, Geography, Economics,
and Government: Early Exploration to Westward Movement– Starting off with basic mapping skills and US
Geography. Then we will begin History with the pre-Columbian civilizations to exploration, colonization, and settlement.
– We will end the year with a field trip to Old Sturbridge Village!! This is an opportunity to experience what colonial life in New England would have been like.
Grading PolicyGrading Policy• Social Studies:
– Tests 50%– Quizzes 30%– Homework 20%
• Projects are quarterly and count as Test grades. It is very important to complete each project by the assigned due date.– Native American Tribe - Explorer– State - President
Classroom RulesClassroom Rules
•BE POLITE!!
•BE PREPARED!!
•FOLLOW PROCEDURES!!
Gotcha GaelsGotcha Gaels• When the students follow “The Three P’s”
they will earn Gotcha Gael Tickets.• Items at the School Store may be
purchased with these tickets.• There will also be raffles that students can
enter with the tickets.• Participation in school-wide events will
cost tickets as well, so it is important to keep them safe!!
Keep in TouchKeep in Touch• If you need to contact me, it is best done
through email. I check my email at least 5 times per day. I only check my phone at the end of the day.
• 978-365-4220 ext. 105
Let’s make this year educational and
enjoyable. Thank you for your support and have a
great night!