In our class, we will:

• read for pleasure and discover, or hone, our reading personalities
• continue to practice reading for information and analyzing others' writing as we read
• write for pleasure as we play with styles and authors' crafts
• write to tell a story, to inform, and to persuade
• communicate our ideas clearly with each other and actively listen to the ideas of others
• develop our vocabulary and grammar skills so our communication skills are taken seriously
• allow our peers to practice these skills in a safe and supportive environment and expect the same of them in return

Grading:

• 50% Summative Grades 
• 40% Formative Grades
• 10% Independent Practice Grades

Attention Parents/Guardians: Please visit your child's Powerschool Portal to view all upcoming due dates for assessments, projects, and homework.