ao IBMYP ENGLISH 8 Mr, Mac - Room 801 Lincoln Middle IB World School jimccollu@psdschootsorg. 488-5721 2014-2015 Potential Literature read in Eighth Grade Short Stories © Night The Outsiders Science Fiction (Sandkings, Ender's Game) Miscellaneous Selections ‘© Assortment of Poems Student Selected novels Selections from The Odys- sey 's The Giver Dutliers Grading will be based on: HW—10% Assessments—90% Students will also be assessed on IB’s 5 ATLs eS Late Work Policy No late HW will be ac- cepted. All assessments may be retaken up to two weeks before the quarter oe. rm ‘Parent/Guardian Signature: Four minutes and seven seconds ago you entered the best eighth grade English class you will ever take—guaranteed. The theme for the year will be “Challenges.” We will track the odysseys of heroes, reflect on the hard- ships and obstacles we face everyday, analyze how conflict changes, and how we impact our environment. We will read and write everyday. Wel- come, we have much ado about everything, so buckle your seatbelts and come ready to work hard. My hope is that we are all inspired to grow and change the world—and have a little fun while we're at it. Mac’s Rules to Live By 1. Be Honest 2. Be Selfless 3. Be in the moment 4.Don’t settle 5. Take Responsibility 6. Adapt and Persevere 7. And if all else fails... know that Mr. Mac loves you. This year, all 8th grade teachers meet at least once a week to discuss what’s best for each individual student in 8th grade. We are working together to make sure your student can feel, experience, and work to- ‘wards great success in all settings. Please don’t hesitate to share con- cerns, questions, and celebrations, We’re happy to be a part of your team. The best way to contact me is by email as I rarely (and I mean rarely) check my phone. I will periodically email out class updates. } Suident Name Printed (50 T can actualy tell who itis): ‘Student Signature