Tuesday, September 3, 2013

First Day Back to School!

Welcome back to school, students!

English Homework:
1. Share syllabus with parents/guardians and get their signature and turn in by Friday.

2. Complete Letter of Introduction writing assignment and ideas for our classroom promise. For the letter of introduction, follow the example format and write a letter telling me about your hobbies, pets, work, sports, favorite books, class, etc.  For the classroom promise, list what behaviors that you think should be upheld by you and your classmates to ensure a positive learning experience and environment.  Letter of Introduction and Classroom Promise ideas are due tomorrow, September 4.

3. Begin reading at home and maintaining reading log.

Read 180 Homework: Please have syllabus signed by Friday by you and your parents or guardians.

Advisory 8:
1. Please have your parents or guardians read the Student Handbook on the McBain website, and then have your parents or guardians sign the form handed out today in class. Please turn all of these forms in to ME by September 16.

2. Also, share with your parents or guardians the 8th grade homework policy, and have them sign this as well. These forms should be turned in to Mr. VerBerkmoes by September 16.

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