English-Language Arts Homework
Students should read school day at home for at least 30 minutes and record notes/thoughts/questions in their Reading Journal. Reading Journals will be checked weekly and students should have a minimum of two entries per week.
Reading Journals should be kept in their backpacks and come to school with them each day.
Students will then use their notes to make book recommendations for their classmates by posting reviews on their blogs.
Students may choose their own reading material, however those that would like an extra challenge are encouraged to participate in the Mensa Excellence in Reading Challenge or select from the Reading Beyond booklist.
Further long-range projects will be assigned throughout the year (i.e. Current Events, Debate). Unfinished work will be sent home on Fridays to complete over the weekend. Email notice will be given by Mrs. Kirk for students that need to complete assignments at home.
Reading Journals should be kept in their backpacks and come to school with them each day.
Students will then use their notes to make book recommendations for their classmates by posting reviews on their blogs.
Students may choose their own reading material, however those that would like an extra challenge are encouraged to participate in the Mensa Excellence in Reading Challenge or select from the Reading Beyond booklist.
Further long-range projects will be assigned throughout the year (i.e. Current Events, Debate). Unfinished work will be sent home on Fridays to complete over the weekend. Email notice will be given by Mrs. Kirk for students that need to complete assignments at home.