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=Important Tips for English I:=
 * Please remember to check your grades online on a weekly basis. This is your responsibility! HOME LOGIC
 * Check the handout files in class for any missing worksheets or papers.
 * ** Use the library Cyber Cafe if you need to complete homework and/or need a computer/printer- open Monday-Thursday until 7:00pm. Activity bus may be taken home- please check the times. **
 * Don't forget that you may reserve a computer from the main office first thing in the morning to take home and use overnight or over the weekend. It is first come, first serve. Get in there early!!!
 * See me at any time to get a pass to the library. Remember, you may use the computers in the library during ACP on Days 1-4.
 * Accept personal responsibility. We all make mistakes, we all forget things. Take your time, ask questions, discuss feedback, participate, and be a scholar!
 * Access your Google Docs here!

=Wiki Help:= YOU MAY ALWAYS COME TO SEE ME FOR ONE-ON-ONE ASSISTANCE! DO THIS PRIOR TO DUE DATES!!!!



Pages 1 and 2 of this document are for parents. Page 3 is a student resource.

Getting Started:

 * Go to the **HOMEPAGE** for important English I information and more information about your teacher, Mrs. Anderson
 * Check the **Resources** page for extra help or guidance with English I related materials.
 * Check the **Assignments and Activities** page for up-to-date DAILY information on course work assignments and deadlines.

=Daily Classroom Agenda and Expectations:=
 * 1) SSR (Sustained Silent Reading)- 20 minutes
 * 2) Reading Journal Entry
 * 3) Activities for Engagement: Reading, Writing, and/or Discussions
 * 4) Practice/Wrap-Up


 * Each student must bring his/her SSR book, reading journal, and hardbound composition book each day.
 * There will be two rounds of Literature Circle sessions this semester. Books must remain in my classroom as they are shared among all classes. Students will have an opportunity to read Literature Circle books during SSR, class time, and ACP.
 * Students will practice process writing over several weeks- brainstorming, outlining, editing, revision, peer editing, conferencing, final draft
 * Students will conduct project-based learning from time to time- most materials will be supplied by the teacher
 * Students will participate in Pre and Post Assessments on units of study
 * Students will read //To Kill a Mockingbird// and must complete a study guide worth 169 points over the course of 4-5 weeks (time will be given in class to complete this work, but it is the student's responsibility to make sure all work is complete by the due date. All students work at a different pace, so check with your child to find out if he/she has his/her work completed on a daily basis.

=Grading:=
 * All work is due when the class period begins unless otherwise specified by the teacher
 * 1 day late work is graded at 1/2 credit
 * No make-up work allowed
 * CYHS does not provide Extra Credit
 * PRINTING PAPERS: all typed assignments will be given at least a week for completion. The high school provides multiple resources for computer usage, therefore, late assignments are not acceptable
 * ** Use the library Cyber Cafe if you need to complete homework and/or need a computer/printer- open Monday-Thursday until 7:30pm. Activity bus may be taken home- please check the times. **
 * Don't forget that you may reserve a computer from the main office first thing in the morning to take home and use overnight or over the weekend. It is first come, first serve. Get in there early!!!
 * See me at any time to get a pass to the library. Remember, you may use the computers in the library during ACP on Days 1-4.
 * You MUST see the teacher in advance to the due date of long-term assignments if you have any questions or concerns. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL LAST MINUTE!

=Important Information:= Mrs. Anderson will be leaving near the beginning of the semester for maternity leave. Ms. Megan Kitzmiller will be the long-term substitute for all classes. Ms. Kitzmiller can be reached at: mkitzmiller@cysd.k12.pa.us