1. Welcome to Great BooksMrs. Walters • Welcome • jillwalters@wpcsd.k12.ny.us • Main Office 422-2223

2. Class Expectations Students are expected to • come to class on time with materials, homework, and current work. • follow classroom routines and rules. • complete classwork and homework on time. • see the teacher for any work missing work especially after an absence. • respect classmates and teacher. • work to the best of their abilities.

3. Curriculum • aligned with the Common Core Standards • listening, speaking, reading & writing are incorporated throughout the program

4. What is Great Books? • Socratic Seminar-style class; the Shared Inquiry Model focuses on critical thinking, speaking and listening while using test-based evidence to support ideas. • Encourages peer collaboration • Exposes students to sophisticated text in fiction, nonfiction and poetry genres.

5. Great Books 6 Reading • Short stories, poetry, non-fiction texts • Independent Reading • Reading Strategy work • Shared Inquiry Discussion • allows students to achieve a deeper understanding of a text by discussing questions, responses, and insights with fellow readers. • Writing • Text-based responses to literature • Use of appropriate grammar and conventions • Vocabulary

6. Homework • Independent Reading • Book Hooks • Reading Logs • Vocabulary Work • Shared Inquiry Logs • Reading Response Work • Idea-based writing

7. Homework/Assignments • Written in the planner • Given on a regular basis • Listed on webpage • Team calendar

8. Grading Policy • Independent Reading (25%) • Reading Logs • Book Hooks • Written Assessments (20%) • Classwork (40%) • Tests and Quizzes • Shared inquiry discussions • Other graded classwork • Homework (15%)

9. Parental Involvement • Check the quality of your child’s work • Check to see they have the supplies and materials they need • Check their notebooks • Check their planner • Sign graded work, quizzes, and tests.

10. Support at Eastview • Homework Center –2:45pm-4:15pm (begins in October)    • Guidance Counselor • Ms. Birke ( Room 106) • jillwalters@wpcsd.k12.ny.us • Main Office 422-2223