Mrs. Rodriguez's Literature Class
St. Agatha Catholic School
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Mrs. Rodriguez's Literature Class St. Agatha Catholic School
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"You'll never be bored when you try something new. There's really no limit to what you can do!" -Dr. Seuss
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Accelerated Reader News You need to have 7 points per trimester. You may check out books from our school Library right after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays until 3:30 pm. On Tuesday afternoons, Mrs. Balter will have the Library open for any students wishing to come in accompanied by their parent. On Thursday afternoons, Mrs. Balter will pick up any students in the After School Care program that wish to visit the Library. Mrs. Balter has posted the list of AR books on her website. You don't have to check out the book from our Library but that certainly is an option. Sixth graders must pick a book that is marked 5.0 (grade level) and above. Seventh and eighth graders must pick a book that is marked 6.0 (grade level) and above. Once you've read the book you need to take the test, and then bring me the printed score report. Don't wait until the last minute, get started on your AR points! DEADLINE - Thursday, February 23rd |
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St. Agatha Book Club News Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, February 21st in the Library. Bring in a copy of Vanishing Acts by Phillip Margolin Ami Margolin Rome 3 - 3:45pm
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Edline Symbols for Literature & Spelling/Vocabulary Gradebooks √ = 100% √- = 80% X = exempt from that assignment AB = student was absent and needs to make up the work or it will become a zero S = student was suspended and has received a zero for the assignment HP = student used a Homework Pass and gets a 100%
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ASSIGNMENTS for February 3, 2012 Website for Literature textbook: www.connected.mcgraw-hill.com Should you need any technical assistance, contact the McGraw-Hill Digital Technical Support Group at 1-800-437-3715. Also, remember everyone has access to the website for the Vocabulary book: www.wordlywise3000.com
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Classwork & Homework are the ultimate responsibility of each student. When students are absent they are expected to make up their missing assignments in a timely manner. Late work is not accepted. "A" Day classes are in blue. "B" Day classes are in green. |
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| 6A |
Bring a book to read for SSR. Vocabulary L. 11 Tests will be on Wednesday. Pg. 703 - answer 3 bulleted questions at the top of the page Practice your comprehension at home - Use Ticket to Read at your leisure. |
| 6B |
Bring a book to read for SSR. Vocabulary L. 11 Tests will be on Thursday, Feb. 9. Pg. 703 - answer 3 bulleted questions at the top of the page Practice your comprehension at home - Use Ticket to Read at your leisure. |
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7A and 7B |
Bring a book to read for SSR. Malcolm X Quiz on Tuesday L. 12 - write words 3 times, definitions 1 time. Tests will be on Thursday |
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8A and 8B |
Bring a book to read for SSR. Vocabulary L. 11 Tests will be on Wednesday. Pg. 176 #1-6 |
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UPCOMING EVENTS |
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| February 5th | Feast of St. Agatha |
| February 6th | No School - Festival Clean Up |
| February 10th | Catholic Schools Week ends - Student Appreciation Day & Field Day |
| February 16th | Chastity Day for 8th graders - bag lunch, full uniform |
| February 20th | President's Day - No School |
| February 22nd | Ash Wednesday Mass at 8:30 am |
| February 23rd |
Invent-a-thon at 7:30pm in Parish Hall AR points due for Middle School |
| February 24th |
Stations of the Cross at 1pm 7th Grade Lenten Retreat Last day to place Yearbook Ads |
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NOVELS |
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During the 3rd trimester, we will be
reading the following titles. 6th grade - From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler 7th grade - The Little Prince 8th grade - The Pearl You can check the book out of the Library, borrow it from a previous student of mine, or buy your own copy. If you choose to buy it, keep in mind that you can often find used books (at a better price) at Book Barn on Bird Rd. and SW 107 Avenue (in the corner near the Pet Supermarket). |
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GOOD WEBSITES TO TRY |
These are links to some good websites that I have run into and think are worth taking a look at. * Scholastic for kids and Scholastic for parents offer information, games and suggested readings. * Study and review your Vocabulary words at: www.wordlywise3000.com * Buy novels online at Amazon or Barnes and Noble. * When you need a definition or a similar word, try an online dictionary. * Our local public library system has a very helpful website where you can request books, find library hours and discover community events. |
