Welcome to Ms. James's 8th grade ELA classroom! This year we will focus on reading and writing using a variety of informational text, short stories and the novels, Make Lemonade and Rifka. We use a combination of independent reading (Reader's Workshop), lecture and technology instruction (I-Ready, IXL, etc.) to engage students in a varied classroom setting (with partners, groups, in rotations, etc). Please reinforce with your child the importance of coming to class prepared daily and do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. I look forward to working with you and your child to have a successful year.
I-Ready ELA Assessement
(Begins on Wednesday, January 13th)
Videos for Parents about how to support (not help) their child during the Diagnostic:
ELA contract between parent/guardian, student, and Ms. James for the expectations and rules for the classrrom. Also includes cotact information for the parent/guardian.
