8th Grade Schedule
Breakfast 7:47 AM - 8:00 AM
SEL Time 8:00 AM - 8:14 AM
1st Block 8:14 AM - 9:09 AM
2nd Block 9:12 AM - 10:07 AM
3rd Block 10:10 AM - 11:05 AM
4th Block 11:08 AM - 12:03 PM (Conference Period)
5th Block 12:06 PM - 1:01 PM
Lunch 1:04 PM - 1:34 PM
6th Block 1:37 PM - 2:32 PM
7th Block 2:35 PM - 3:30 PM
7th Grade Advanced ELAR/ Reading Syllabus
Teacher: Jennifer Medina
United South Middle School - Room: 61
Email: jennifer.medina@uisd.net
Tel. (956) 473-7700 Ext. 7774
Conference Time:1:37-2:32
Textbook:
Springboard, Study Sync, Think Up ELAR , Sirius, Measuring Up ELAR, Measuring Reading (Provided by teacher),
Supplies:
2x Composition Book (100 Sheets)/ Marbled
Pencil or Pen
Highlighters & Crayons/colored pencils
Scissor & Glue
Chromebooks/ Chargers
Grades:
Grades will be given at the end of the six weeks according to school policy. Progress reports will be issued during the third week of the six weeks. Students will be graded in different ways: daily grades and tests. Percentages are as follow:
Daily Grades (Class work): 50%
Tests: 50%
Class Assignments/Homework:
It is the student’s responsibility to ask for, to complete and to turn in work for excused absences. All students are required to participate with choral reading, writing assignments, reading assignments, and group projects. Visit our United South Middle School web page: usms.uisd.net, to look for more information regarding expectations.
Classroom Expectations:
Be Respectful: Use appropriate language. Be respectful and wait for your turn.
Be Orderly: Follow directions. Keep hands, feet and objects to yourself.
Be Accountable: Be ready to learn. Always have required materials.
Be Responsible: Be on time. Complete all assignments.
Positive Behavior Supports:
1- Verbal and written praise
2- Positive call, note, email to parent or legal guardian
3- Participation in school wide events (extracurricular activities, pep rallies, dances)
4- Certificates, stickers, R.O.A.R Coupons, prizes
Behavior Interventions:
1- Reteach Expectations & Procedures
2- Teacher/ Student Conference
3- Parent/Guardian Conference
4- Withdrawal of Privileges
5- Discipline Referral to Administration
6- Severe Clause: Refer immediately to administration