• Goals

    With an emphasis on critical thinking and analysis, and empowering readers through an engaging approach of looking at classic and modern texts, students will discuss and write frequently. They will learn to question, analyze, and argue their thinking through varied reading and writing practices. 

    Units

    Floating Units will be integrated throughout the semester and will build on skills in primary units

    ➔ Unit 1: Central Ideas

    ➔ Unit 2:Development of Characters

    ➔ Unit 3: Author’s Choices ➔ Unit 4: Development of Ideas /POV

    ➔ Unit 5: Text Analysis

    Floating Units 

    ➔ Writing ➔ Poetry ➔ Vocabulary and Grammar ➔ Independent Reading 

    Materials Needed Daily

    Chromebook with Charger

    HMH Textbook

    Contact Methods

    Email: bradlja1@boe.richmond.k12.ga.us Phone: (706) 737- 7152

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    NO CELL PHONES NO TABLETS/iPADS NO HEADPHONES 

    Absences, Late Work, Makeup Work

    If you are absent from class, YOU are responsible for getting and making up any missing work Students have 5 days to submit late assignments with a mild penalty. After 5 days, students can submit late work for a maximum grade of 50%. Extensions will be given to students who contact me before an assignment is due to request one.

    Procedure and Expectations

    ➔ Be prepared

    Turn in assignments on time Check Canvas for daily tasks

    ➔ Participate in class daily

    Work hard 

    Ask questions

    Limit distractions 

    ➔ Be respectful and understanding of classmates and me

    Listen when others are speaking

    Conduct yourself appropriately 

    Consequences

    If a student chooses not to meet these expectations, the following consequences will be followed:

    Verbal Warning

    Teacher Detention + Parent Contact 

    Administrative Referral