In our class, we will explore a variety of writing genres and write for a variety of purposes. We will develop our knowledge and ability to form paragraphs, write for a particular audience, organize essays, and revise, edit, and publish our work. We will also read and analyze literature in the forms of short stories, plays, and poetry. These opportunities will allow us to learn from other authors and apply such knowledge to our own writing. In addition, we will study vocabulary each week paying special attention to unfamiliar terms that we encounter in our reading as well as to the special vocabulary of writing itself. English 7 is a challenging course that requires a lot of patience and hard work, but it is also a very rewarding course.

Supplies
Covered Textbook
Multi-subject notebook for English class
Folder/binder for storing important hand-outs

Extra Help
I will be available for extra help on most afternoons from 2:00 until 3:00. If you would like extra help, please let me know the day beforehand.

Late Work
Students are expected to submit assignments on their due dates at the beginning of class. Late or incomplete assignments will be marked late and receive a grade reduction. Missing homework will result in a Missing Homework Notice and/or a detention.

Computer Info: Spacing, Margins, and Comments

Double Spacing

1. Highlight the text that you want to change.
2. Home tab --> Paragraph --> Spacing (has the arrows which go both up and down).
   

   

3. Click 2.0.

Margins

1. On the Page Layout tab, click Margins.


2. Click the margin type that you want. For the most common margin width, click Normal (1 inch margins).

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