ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 08

COMMUNICATION PLAN 2014-2015

TEACHER INFORMATION:

MELODY MARTIN-GOOGOO
TJHS (902) 896- 5550
googoom@ccrsb.ca

COURSE OVERVIEW:

English Language Arts encompasses the experience, study, and appreciation of language,
literature, media, and communication. It involves language processes: speaking, listening,
reading, viewing, writing and other ways of representing. The units are tentatively as follows:

Unit 1: Intro to Writers Notebook (Using Poetry, photos and short stories to inspire writing throughout the year)
Unit 2: Novel Study: Tuck Everlasting (Discussion, Reflection, Vocabulary, Critical thinking, One minute speech)
Unit 3: Mystery & Suspense (short stories, character traits, Wanted Poster, story writing)
Unit 4: Werewolves (research, presentation, creating a comic)
Unit 5: Persuasive writing (Essay, presentation)
Unit 6: War is not a Game (text sharing carousel, letter to the editor)
Unit 7: Bias in the Media (Bias and stereotype, speech, poster presentation)
Unit 8: Novel Study: The Outsiders (Discussion, reflection, drama, journals, short stories)
Unit 9: Langston Hughes (discussion, biography, poetry, short story writing)
Unit 10: Shirley Jackson (short stories)

MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES:

Students need a Composition Notebook for their Writers Notebook. Generally students are
required to use a 3 ring binder for notes and handouts, a few plastic page protectors, pencils,
eraser, pens, ruler, colored pencils, hi lighters, and loose-leaf. Other items may be required to
do projects or assignments such as scissors and glue sticks.

EXPECTATIONS:

Complete class work and assignments, strive to produce quality work.
Interact positively with others and work collaboratively.
Be organized! Be prepared for class, manage materials and use time effectively.
Take Responsibility and be Accountable.
DO YOUR BEST



INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES:

The following strategies will be used during the instruction of this course:

Direct Instruction
(Explicit teaching, modeling strategies, reading, using props, photos, etc.)
Indirect Instruction
(Student centered group work, cooperative learning, reflective discussion, etc.)
Interactive Instruction
(Brainstorming, peer interaction, discussion, peer assessments, etc.)
Independent Study
(Activities, assignments, projects, stations, self assessments, etc.)


ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION:

Assessment is an on going process that is both formal and informal in nature. Students will be
provided opportunities to demonstrate: Listening and Speaking, Reading and Writing, Writing
and other ways of Representing.

A The student demonstrates achievement with thorough understanding and application
of concepts and skills in relation to the expected learning outcomes during the current
reporting period.

B The student demonstrates achievement of with good understanding and application of
concepts and skills in relation to the expected learning outcomes during the current
reporting period.

C The student demonstrates achievement with basic understanding and application of
concepts and skills in relation to the expected learning outcomes during the current
reporting period.

D The student demonstrates achievement with limited understanding and application of
concepts and skills in relation to the expected learning outcomes during the current
reporting period.

N/A Not applicable at this time.

INS Insufficient evidence to report on achievement of the expected learning outcomes.






COMMUNICATION:

Report cards with comments regarding the progress of your son/daughter will be issued during
the year. Please feel free to contact me through email at googoom@ccrsb.ca should you have
any questions or concerns related to your sons/daughters progress.

Regular Parent/Teacher conferences have been scheduled throughout the school year. If any
concerns arise between these regularly scheduled conferences, parents may be contacted by
note, telephone or email.

Parents are encouraged to check Power School for student progress. Parents who are unable
to access Power School can contact the main office, 896-5550, for assistance.


EXTRA HELP:

Extra help will always be available if the student makes prior arrangements with the teacher.
Student help is given in the second half of the lunch period or afterschool. Class time can also
be used following instructional time.


MISSED WORK/ASSESSMENTS:

Attendance is important. When a student is absent, I make note of it and place any given
worksheets on the Bulletin board located at the entrance of the classroom. It is the
responsibility of the student to obtain any work they missed from the bulletin board, from me
or from a classmate. Assessments such as tests, quizzes, presentations, etc. must be made up.
As soon as class is over, the student can approach me and Ill be more than happy to fill them in
on what was missed.


LATE ASSIGNMENT GUIDELINES:

All assignments are given generous time to complete during school hours. It is important that
students use their work time wisely. It is important for students to come to class prepared to
work on their assignments. Forgetting supplies and work impedes the student from
completing their work and projects on time. All assignments have a clearly defined due date
and should be handed in on that date. If a student does not pass in the assignment on time,
their name will be recorded, extra help time will be provided and the parent/guardian may be
contacted if it becomes a concern. Students are instructed to write deadlines into their TJHS
Agendas, written on the Class Homework whiteboard and recorded on the TJHS homework
website: http://tjh.ccrsb.ca Information will also be communicated to students and parents on
the Power school website.


Communication Plan 2014-2015 MELODY MARTIN-GOOGOO
English Language Arts 08 TJHS (902) 896- 5550
googoom@ccrsb.ca


CONFIRMATION OF RECIEPT OF
CONFIRMATION PLAN


In order to insure that both the students and the parents or guardians have received and read
the communication plan, including the method of assessment/evaluation and late assignment
policy, I ask that you both sign this form and return it to me as soon as possible. I have also
added a section for parents/guardians name, email and phone number so that I can be in
contact with you regarding your sons/daughters progress if need be. This form will be saved
for future reference and shredded once the school year is over.

We, the undersigned confirm that we have received and read the communication plan for
English Language Arts 08 offered by Mrs. Googoo at Truro Junior High School.



______________________________________ ______________________________
Student Signature Date



______________________________________ ______________________________
Parents/Guardians Signature Date


Contact Information

Please provide an email address and phone number, which I can use to contact you
regarding the progress of your son/daughter/ward.

Name of Parent(s)/Guardian(s): ______________________________________________________


Email address: _______________________________________________________


Preferred Phone Number: _______________________________________________________