Reading+Responses

== Students are expected to be reading a novel/chapter book on a daily basis. The students are aware that they should be reading for approximately 30 minutes every night (this includes weekends, as well). The students are given class time to read and are expected to read occasionally during "0 Period" (7:50-8:25). It is imperative that the students promptly arrive at school every day, because they will miss out on this valuable learning time. The students are taught comprehension skills at this time that they are expected to use while reading. == == Every classroom has a library for the students to borrow books from. There are also book fairs held occasionally throughout the school year. Students are encouraged to always have a book ready to begin once they finish. == == One of the expectations of a 7th grader is to complete reading responses after a book is completed. The responses have been explained and examples have been modeled numerous times in class. If the students are struggling, they are encourgaed to come get extra help.The students know they are expected to read 5 chapter books/novels and complete a reading response for each book, a marking period. The completion of their responses weighs heavily on their final grade. Again, the students are aware of this. It is imperative that the students are completing their responses, because they are practicing skills that will be assessed on the state test. Your support is much appreciated on this matter. ==