Mrs. Kamp’s Class
Martino Jr. High
2015- 2016 School Year
LANGUAGE ARTS
“He that loves reading has everything within his reach.” ~ William Godwin
Course Description
Class Rules
1. Work hard
2. Be respectful
3. Do NOT line up
Welcome to 8th grade
Language Arts! Our focus this
year will be developing your
skills as a critical thinker,
at
the door
learner, writer, reader,
speaker, and listener. The
mastery and development of
*All MJH rules and
policies will be
followed within the
classroom
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these skills will not only help
you achieve success in the
language arts classroom, but
also help you become a
lifelong learner. These skills are not only critical in this classroom, but
all subjects. The more effort you put forth in this class, the more you
Class
Expectations
1. Be through the threshold
before the bell rings or
you will be tardy
2. Follow the bell ringer
every day
will be able to read, write, and communicate well with others now
and in your future.
Consequences for Breaking Rules
Step 1: Verbal Warning
Step 3: Phone Call Home
Step 2: Written Consequence
Step 4: Office Referral
Late Work
Late work is accepted for full credit up to two days after the original
3. Use restrooms during
passing periods
4. Maintain a clean and
orderly work area
assigned date-unless absent or otherwise specified. You must always
turn in a late assignment form if you do not have it the day it is due.
NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED ONCE THE UNIT IS OVER. This
includes worksheets, assessments, and projects.
PowerSchool
5. Bring all of your supplies
to class daily
6. Complete all your work
and turn it in on time
Students are expected to check PowerSchool on a weekly basis.
Parents also have access to their child’s grades. If a parent
misplaces his or her login information, s/he should contact District
Office.
My Webpage
7. Create a positive learning
E-mail: jkamp@nlsd122.org
Phone: 815-485-7593 Ext. #6157
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Mrs. Kamp’s Class
Grade Scale
A ~ A+ (100-98) A (97-93) A- (92-90)
B ~ B+ (89-87) B (86-83) B- (82-80)
Martino Jr. High
2015- 2016 School Year
All weekly assignments, notes, important class information, and
more will be posted on my webpage. It is critical that you check
each week. All grades will be updated weekly as well.
C ~ C+ (79-77) C (76-73) C- (72-70)
D ~ D+ (69-67) D (66-63) D- (62-60)
F~ (59 or below)
Absences
All absent work can be found in the designated folder on the front
table. It is your responsibility to make up any work you missed. You
can also check my webpage. If you have any questions it is your
responsibility to ask Mrs. Kamp or your study group for help. You
are allowed the number of days missed to turn in your work before
it is counted late (ex: Two days absent=two days to turn in your
work—beginning with the day you return.)
Grade Breakdown
Major Assessments/Tests = 50%
(tests, formal writings, projects)
Independent Reading
Students must bring an independent reading book to class each
day so they are prepared when an opportunity arises in class.
Classes can also participate in the annual Quidditch Cup—an
Quizzes/Minor Assessments = 35%
independent reading competition.
(timed writings, reading
comprehension)
Timed Writings
Timed writings are an on-going assessment of student writing and
Homework/Class Work = 15%
are practice for future state testing. Timed writings will be
completed in class, and can be taken as an assessment grade.
Supplies
You are expected to bring the
following to class EVERYDAY!
 Assignment notebook
 Binder OR notebook with 4
sections (bell ringers,
grammar, literature, and
writing)
 Pens/pencils/highlighters
 Post-it notes
 Independent reading book
Mrs. Kamp will notify you ahead of
time if other supplies are needed for
the day.
E-mail: jkamp@nlsd122.org
Retakes
Retakes are allowed on major assessments. I understand when
personal circumstances occur or the material may be difficult. With
that said, if a student feels s/he did not do his/her best, a retake
ticket can be filled out. Students must have all required material
from the unit and the retake ticket signed and filled out BEFORE
they retake the assessment. Retakes are allowed up to one week
after the original assessment date.
Mrs. Kamp’s Library
Mrs. Kamp has supplied books for all students to read throughout
the year. To borrow a book you must sign out the card and give it
Phone: 815-485-7593 Ext. #6157
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Mrs. Kamp’s Class
Martino Jr. High
2015- 2016 School Year
back to Mrs. Kamp. To return the book, please put it in the bin on the bookcase. Books may be checked out
during specified times.
Required Readings
The Outsiders, Hound of the Baskervilles, Of Mice and Men, “Tell-Tale Heart,” independent reading books,
literature circle books, assorted short stories, poems, and more.
Required Writings
Throughout the course of the year, we will write the following essays: narrative, argumentative, and
explanatory. We also will be collecting formal and informal writing samples to put into a Hero’s Journey
Project at the end of the year.
E-mail: jkamp@nlsd122.org
Phone: 815-485-7593 Ext. #6157
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