2023-2024 Reading Syllabus
Teacher: Brianna Canales
Email - brianna.canales@uisd.net
Raul Perales Middle School
Phone # 956-473-6800
Room # 105
Conference Period: 5th period (12:39 pm to 1:34 pm)
This 6-8th Grade Reading Course is designed around the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) which embodies the interconnected nature of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and thinking through the seven integrated strands of developing and sustaining foundational language skills; comprehension; response; multiple genres; author's purpose and craft; composition; and inquiry and research. The strands focus on academic oracy (proficiency in oral expression and comprehension), authentic reading, and reflective writing. The strands are integrated and progressive with students continuing to develop knowledge and skills with increased complexity and nuance in order to think critically and adapt to the ever-evolving nature of language and literacy, and other essential skills needed for their success in preparation for the State Reading Exam (STAAR) and for high school’s Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness Standards (EOC).
Reading Curriculum Overview:
School Supply List for students to carry in their backpacks:
To Leave in the classroom
**School-assigned Chromebooks will be used daily. Make sure your son/daughter brings it (fully charged) daily to school.
Grading Policy:
According to United ISD district-wide standards, grades are as followed:
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Daily Grades – Daily Activities, Daily Classwork, Interactive Notebooks, Quizzes, and Homework
Six Weeks Grading Periods:
First Six Weeks – August 15th to September 22nd
Second Six Weeks – September 25th to November 3rd
Third Six Weeks – November 6th to December 19th
Fourth Six Weeks – January 10th to February 15th
Fifth Six Weeks – February 20st to April 12th
Sixth Six Weeks – April 15th t May 30th
Tutorial Schedule
To be announced.
Checkpoint (formerly CBA) and Benchmark Dates
Checkpoint 1 Week of September 18-22nd
Checkpoint 2 Week of October 23-27th
Checkpoint 3 Week of January 22-26th
Benchmark 1 Week of November 27- December 1st
Benchmark 2 February 20-22nd
6th-7th RLA STAAR April 16, 2024
8th RLA STAAR April 11, 2024
Academic Honesty
The English Department at Raul Perales Middle School expects that all work turned in is the student’s own work. Plagiarism incidents will be handled according to the school policy set in place. Plagiarism is defined as “the false assumption of authorship: the wrongful act of taking the product of another person’s mind and presenting it as one’s own. This includes all forms of copying, cutting/pasting, and cheating whether the material is taken in whole or in part from a book, the internet, student, or other source. In an instance where material has been obtained from another student, both parties will be penalized. Your written work will be scanned by an online engine that will identify any plagiarism incidents Please refer to the student code of conduct for more information.
Classwork and Homework:
Students are expected to turn work in on time; late work will not get full credit unless a student has come and spoken with me before the assignment is due. Throughout the course of the year, students may turn assignments in online via the class website through the student assignments tab when applicable. Homework may and will be assigned on Tuesdays and Thursdays, students will reinforce concepts and strategies reviewed in class with mini-activities and worksheets.
Late Work
Hand in all late work directly to me. DO NOT put on my desk, turn in with current assignments, or give late work to a substitute This also applies to the Google Drive Assignments. Please refer to the District Student Code of Conduct for criteria on late work.
Reading Classroom Expectations and Consequences:
1. Come to class on time! Once class begins any interruptions are impolite and distracting. Be sure to
read the UISD Student Code of Conduct (SCOC) on tardiness.
2. Come to class prepared. Always bring pens, pencils, paper, assignments, and or homework. You will
need them EVERY DAY. Stay organized throughout the course.
3. Avoid being absent. Please refer to SCOC for the attendance policy. Missing a day will put you behind.
Always find out what you have missed and make up your work immediately! Remember it is YOUR
responsibility!
4. Turn in assignments on time. Refer to SCOC for policy.
5. Expand your knowledge. Come to class with an open mind and willingness to learn new things.
6. Love to learn. Use your prior knowledge, ask questions, be an active reader & writer, and participate
in class discussions in a knowledgeable and productive manner.
7. Group Work. When working with a peer or group make sure to stay focused and do your assigned
part. Remember that the group is being graded as a whole as well.
8. Behavior: Follow PBIS behavior policy
9. Technology Policy: Refer to the Student Code of Conduct on the use or misuse of equipment.
10. No Food or Drinks allowed in class.
11. No Cell Phone Use during class.
Consequences: (1) Verbal warning, (2) Behavior log write-up, (3) Student Conference, (4) Parent Contact and Lunch Detention, (5) Parent Conference, (6) Office Referral.
*Depending on the infraction level, steps may be skipped and an office referral is immediate.
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