8th Grade 

ela

English Language Arts is a 2 period block.
In the time allotted for the ELA block, HFS students are instructed in
Grammar, Vocabulary, Literature, Writing and Speaking & Listening. 

Two report card grades are earned each trimester:
Reading
Writing

The Reading Grade is weighted:
Participation and Homework 15% (dsicuss readings and participate in class work) 
Classwork  25% (prepared and on-time)
Tests and Projects 60% 

The Writing Grade is weighted:
Participation  and Homework 10% (participate actively in writing workshop and peer-editing)
Classwork  20% (complete and on time) 
Quizzes 20% (Vocabulary and Simple Solution quizzes - weekly)
Tests and Essays 50% (Most essays will be written in class - Tests are on grammar textbook and activities) 

Homework will be posted on Google Classroom
Tests and quizzes will be assigned in advance