Composition and Grammar I (for grades 7-9)
COURSE: Composition & Grammar I (7th -9th) DESCRIPTION: Designed for students in grades 7 through 9, this course will cover grammar, vocabulary, root words, and focus on building skills for effective communication through various writing styles--including descriptive, informative, and narrative. This course implements the WriteShop I Curriculum. Students should spend a minimum of 4 hours per week on this course outside of class and expect to complete writing assignments that must be submitted weekly. CLASS FEE: $200.00 per student per semester (due September 10, 2025, and January 14, 2026) OR $55 per student per month (due on the 5th from September 2025 through April 2025)–payable by PayPal, CashApp, or Zelle. SUPPLY FEE: $25.00 supply fee per student per semester (due October 1, 2025 and January 21, 2026). MATERIALS PROVIDED: Enrolled students will receive the following: 1. Homework Folder: a homework folder to receive and submit weekly assignments (which must be brought to each class). 2. Daily Grammar: grammar packets will be distributed each work for students to complete daily in between classes to turn in the following week. 3. Vocabulary List: copies of root word lists will be issued for students to prepare for weekly vocabulary and spelling quizzes. REQUIRED MATERIALS (Parent will need to acquire the following items which students will need to bring to each class): 1. WriteShop I Student Workbook 5th edition 2. A 3-Ring Binder with four dividers for sections (Work in Progress, Old Drafts, Final Drafts, Word Lists) 3. A quality Thesaurus 4. Colored Pencils 5. Pencils or Pens Minimum number of students is 4 and maximum is 8. |
