Ms. Fanning’s 7th & 8th Grade ELA Classes:

Welcome to the 7th & 8th grade ELA class page! I am Ms. Fanning and I am so happy and excited to be your teacher this year. For 8-1 students, I also teach Religion.

I am looking forward to a fantastic year in room 321!  

   First Day of School- September 6th, 2022

Please bring the following supplies with you:

In seventh grade, you will discover the elements of literature and find meaning through the study of non-fiction and fiction works. You will practice language skills through grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling and transfer these to your written work. You will use "The Writing Process" to develop and progress your writing skills. 

8th Grade ELA

In eighth grade, you will discover how to construct meaning and analyze both concrete and abstract literary elements from fiction and non-fiction works. You will continue to practice transferring language skills to your written work, and you will use "The Writing Process'' to continue developing your writing skills. You will also practice and prepare for the TACHS exam, as well as high school in general through higher level text analysis, research based writing, and MLA formatting. You will self-select and read a variety of genres as you journey toward becoming life-long readers.
 

Extra Help
Extra help will be offered with Ms. Fanning on an as needed basis before school at 7:30 AM as well as after school. Extra help will always be offered the day before and on quiz/test days.

Grading
50% Tests
30% Quizzes/Projects
20% Homework/iReady
 

Homework will be given out through Google Classroom. Any homework that is on paper will also be available through Google Classroom for download. Due dates for all quizzes, tests and projects will be posted on the homework board and on Google Classroom.

All quizzes and tests will be announced at least one week in advance. 

The English Language Arts curriculum is aligned to NYS and Diocesan standards. 

Google Classroom will be used for all updates, notes, homework, and submitting assignments and projects.

Google Classroom Codes: 

7-1 ELA: uxihpwg

7-2 ELA: 7u72ds7

8-1 ELA: hvupg4s

8-2 ELA: 4cbihhm
 

Scholastic Books have expanded their online ordering system to allow parents and families to order books and have them shipped directly to their home rather than being delivered to the school first. They have also minimized the use of book circulars and other printed materials. 

Here is the information should you wish to order anything:
Connect to Our Class Page: https://orders.scholastic.com/TPCVZ

Shop the flyers for your child's grade together: https://editions.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?i=670610