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Mrs. Kathleen Borja

Stay updated with assignments, projects, and academic expectations for 7th-grade Language Arts & AVID classes. Access online resources, grading system, curriculum details, and classroom policies. Contact Mrs. Borja for concerns or assistance.

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Mrs. Kathleen Borja

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  1. Mrs. Kathleen Borja 7th Grade Language Arts/AVID

  2. How you can help • Back up my academic expectations. • Back up my behavioral expectations. • Review the calendar and my website for updated information, links, etc. www.sanelijomiddle.org Contact me anytime you have a concern. (760) 290-2800, ext. 3704 Office Hours:9:00AM-3:00PM • Email address: kathleen.borja@smusd.org

  3. Homework • Homework: This will be given three to four nights each week. Independent reading is an on-going, yearlong assignment and students should be reading at least 20 minutes a night(especially non-fiction text).There is strong correlation between high-test scores and comprehension levels. • Longer projects such Book Reports, Essays, etc. will have longer due dates • Absences = student’s responsibility • No late work accepted per school policy!

  4. Grading system • Grading scale Everyone begins with an “A” grade and is based upon points earned. • A = 90-100 • B = 80-89 • C = 70-79 • D = 60-69 • F= 59 & below • Updated grades posted online: WWW.MYGRADEBOOK.COM Click “students and parents login here” Click “single class login” Classword: period-borja-1112 Password: (student’s 6-digit I.D. #)

  5. Curriculum/Daily Activities • Editing/Writing Conventions and Grammar Exercises • Academic Vocabulary • Core novels/short fictional and nonfiction text • Book reports/Semester book projects ( 1-2 project per trimester)*** • Standardized Test Prep • Speeches, Socratic Seminar, Debates,etc.

  6. More on Curriculum • Writing( mini-lessons, daily journaling, essays, quick writes or timed writings) • Use of Technology like Moodle, online classroom learning site, to encourage writing. This site is http://moodle-1.smusd.org/moodle/ Students will use forums, chat, and other activities, etc. to receive instant feedback from teachers and peers.

  7. Textbook/Core Novels • This year I’m piloting a new literature series from the publisher Glencoe. Students will have access to online text or will check out a hardcover book when needed. • For online access Visit www.Glencoe.com • The passcode is #BADA9914AE • The core literature will be: • The Giver, Lois Lowery • Sign of the Chrysantheum by • Murder for her Majesty by • Retold British and American Classic Fiction

  8. Suggested Items Bring Every Day: • Hallway Pass/ Eagle Flight Card • Three-ring binder with dividers (not a separate one for just this class) • 2 pencils,2 pens, highlighter • Lined, white notebook paper • Note cards • Single Subject spiral or compostion notebook for daily journaling. • Student planner,pocket size dictionary • Chapter book or novel

  9. *California Content Standards for Grade 7 Reading (1st semester) • R1.1-R 1.3 Identify idioms, metaphors and similes in prose and poetry, use knowledge of Greek, Latin and Anglo-Saxon roots and affixes to understand content-area vocabulary, and clarify word meanings through use of context clues. • R2.1 Understand differences of purpose and structure between various types of informational text. • R2.2 Locate information by using a variety of consumer, workplace, and public documents. • R2.4 Identify and trace the development of an author’s argument, or point of view. • R2.5 Understand and explain the use of a simple mechanical device by following technical directions. • R2.6 Assess the adequacy of evidence to support claims, noting bias (editorials, speeches)

  10. California Content Standards for Grade 7 Reading (2nd semester) • R3.2 Identify the events that advance the plot of the story. • R3.3 Analyze characters through thoughts, words, speech patterns, actions, the narrator’s description, and other characters’ words and actions. • R3.4 Identify and analyze recurring messages/themes. • R3.5 Contrast point of view in narratives and how it affects the theme.

  11. *California Content Standards for Grade 7 Writing: • L 1.0 Demonstrate proficiency in using mechanics, parts of speech, and sentence structure. • L2.0 Deliver well-organized formal presentations • W1.0- Students will write clear, coherent, focused essays. The essays will have a set purpose, formal introductions, supporting evidence, and conclusions. • The STATE Writing Exam for all 7th graders will be March 1st. The types of essays they must be prepared to write: • Personal narrative/Autobiographical Incident • Short story • Response to literature • Summary • Persuasive essay • Research report • Mini writing lessons on the 6traits to great writing!

  12. Behavior management plan Rules • Begin working on the “Bell Work Assignment” and record your homework once class begins. • Remain seated, and bring all materials every day. • Respect people and property. • Follow all San Elijo School rules. • Rewards • Raffle Prizes, No Homework Passes, Notes/Calls home • Individual privileges/Team Building Activities • Consequences • Warning, Behavior Log,Phone Call Home, Detention/Referral/Escort

  13. Homework Club/PRIDE Program • Pride will be offered the following days/times for Language Arts and Math only: Tuesdays/Thursdays AFTERSCHOOL from 2:15-3:15pm or Wednesdays/Fridays MORNINGS from 7:15-7:55am. Students expected to bring homework and a novel to read if they finish early • Applications in counseling office

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