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Eighth grade is the culmination of grammar school and is the really important year in which students are expected to master the basics of grammar, spelling, and reading. It is hoped that our students' transitions to high school will be made easy because of the solid foundation acquired here.
ENGLISH: Elements of Language- First & Second Course : Writing effective sentences, sentence structure, parts of speech overview, poetry, free-writing (once a week), revision, and proofreading skills.
SPELLING: Vocabulary Workshop - Level C
During the course of the year, students will learn to analyze a short story or a novel following a set of 20 literary questions. Students will also work on the development of reading skills - inference, comprehension, and analysis. Tests and quizzes will follow completion and discussion of a particular piece of literature. Reading tests will be made up of three parts: vocabulary, comprehension, and essay.
The novels we will read as a class this year will be taken from the following list:
ACROSS FIVE APRILS, SHANE, CALL OF THE WILD, and TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD. We will also read the dramatized version of THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK. In addition to these novels, students will be required to do individual reading. One book report per each of the first three quarters is required. An optional book report may be done in the fourth quarter.
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The curriculum is geared toward the students' preparation for the reception of the sacrament of Confirmation. In addition to classroom reading, discussion, reflection, and prayer, each student is responsible for completing quarterly service hours. Moreover, the students participate in weekly junior high and monthly all-school Masses. The ultimate goal of the religion program is to help each student have a better understanding of and deeper appreciation for their faith, develop a greater prayer life, and deepen their relationship with God.

TEST AND QUIZ POLICY: Students can be
quizzed on assigned material at any time
after it has been assigned. Tests will be given after material has
been completely discussed, and adequate time for study has been
allotted. Tests will always be announced in advance. Quizzes might
not.
BEHAVIOR STANDARDS ![]()
Respect self, others, and property. Keep your hands, feet and objects to yourself. Be responsible. Bring all necessary materials to class. Listen attentively and follow directions. Maintain a quiet atmosphere in class and in the halls.
SPECIALS
GYM MONDAY & THURSDAY
SPANISH TUESDAY & FRIDAY
ART WEDNESDAY
BAND THURSDAY
COMPUTERS THURSDAY
General Information
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COTILLION INFORMATION
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SERVICE HOURS
High School InformationEntrance Exam January 14th, 8:00 am Bring two #2 pencils and the $25.00 testing fee.
http://schools.archdiocese-chgo.org/pdf/layoutforpdf.pdf
Fenwick High school Open Houses: Admissions 708-386-0127 ext.109. Weds. Oct.20th 7-9 pm and Sunday Dec.12, 1-3 pm. Question and answer session: Thursday, Sept. 30th-Admission Process, General Freshman Curriculum, Student Life. Thursday, Oct. 28th-Entrance Exam, Catholic Education, Financial Assistance. Thursday, Dec. 9- General Curriculum, Financial Assistance, College Prep. All sessions will take place from 9:30am - 10:30 am. |
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St. Ignatius Open House: (312) 432-8409 |
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St. Rita High School Open House: |
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St. Joseph High Open House: Contact: |
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St. Laurence High School Open House: Contact Office of Admission 708-458-6900 ext.252.
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Nazareth Academy Open House: |
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Queen of Peace Open House: Contact Rosemary Sexton-708-458-7600 ext.292. Personal tour nights |
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Trinity High School Open House: |
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Riverside-Brookfield High School Informational Open House, Shadow Day-Friday |
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Brother Rice High School Open House;Questions, please call 773-429-4300 |
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Providence Catholic High School Open House: |
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Mother McAuley: Open House: |
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The Willows Academy Open House: |
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Montini Open House: |
http://www.montini.org |
St. Patrick High School Open House: Shadow Days: Contact Cathy Infante at 773-282-8844 ex. 280 |
http://www.stpatrick.org/ |
Immaculate Conception Open House: |
http://www.ichsknights.org/ |
Brother Rice Open House: |
http://brotherrice.org/ |
Mount Carmel High School Open House: Honors Program Preview - |
http://www.powayusd.com/pusdmchs |
Home Visit our Classroom Homework Depot
If
you need to contact me for information or answers to questions,
please contact me at my e-mail address:rpedryc@stmaryschool.net