7th Grade English
Our study of grammar continues with prepositions, conjunctions, and interjections. Students will tackle the extra challenge of identifying and diagramming more difficult sentences. The writing assignments will reinforce grammar, spelling, and punctuation, as well as encourage creativity and writing style. Persuasive writing will be a particular focus this trimester.
8th Grade English
Students have completed their research reports, and they've done well! Hopefully this experience will make high school reports easier! Eighth graders are continuing their study of parts of speech through diagramming, text book, workbook, and other assignments. The annual 8th grade play will be May 14th, with on one show for students in the morning and one for parents in the evening. More details to follow.!
8th Grade Literature
The students are finishing The Dark is Rising. Literature folders will be collected the week of April 7th. Students have also been working on their commercial presentations, due Monday, April 7th. This project is the culmination of a unit on the media.
Students' independent reading assingment is to read a true story of inspiration. This would include a biography or autobiography, a story about someone from the past or modern times. All selections must be teacher approved. While reading, students should think about possible interview questions as that will be the project this time around.
Keep in mind, students should always have a book to read in the classroom!
Mrs. Eggenberger
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