Teacher Information

Beth Samuels
Phone: (480) 982-1110 ext. 5539
E-mail Address: bsamuels@ajusd.org
Planning Period: 11:00 – 12:00
Subject Taught: Language Arts
Grade Taught: 8th



Class Description


All language arts classes are aligned with the Arizona state standards.



Classroom Management


Classroom Rules

     *   Respect the teacher's right to teach.
     *   Respect the students' right to learn
     *   Respect school property


Class Materials

     *   Pencil and eraser
     *   Notebook paper (no spiral notebooks)
     *   Agenda
     *   AR book


Homework Policy

In order for my students to succeed in school and do well, they must attend school on a regular basis. I post all assignments on the board, daily. This way, they can come by at any time and write down any missed assignment due to absences. A 10% of possible points will be deducted per day it is late.

Classroom Procedures

Students are greeted at the door by the teacher. Students quietly navigate to their assigned seats after picking up their portfolios. They then quietly start the mindset (mini-assignment) listed on the board. The teacher takes roll, and then discusses the lesson on the board with the students as they fill out their agenda. After this, the teacher starts the lesson for the day's objective.


Links

Language Arts Curriculum.  A list of the language arts curriculum/standards your child will be learning in my class.


Special Announcements

Throughout the coming year, my students will have the opportunity to explore effective means of both oral and written communication. Students will write using their own words to develop ideas accurately and clearly with supporting details and facts. Using the six traits of writing, students will be able to follow a logical sequence and create stories that come from their own personal experiences.