English 8 Course Overview

Mr. Jerome D. Metierre

Course Description:
This course will focus on the Afro-Asian Literature. These standards include writing, oral
language, research, literature, and an overall goal of strong communication skills.

Policies and Regulations: Grading

Written Works (Quizzes, Homework, Seatwork, Activities) – 30%
Performance Task (Recitation, Group work, Projects) – 50%
Quarterly Exam – 20%

* It is the student's responsibility to keep up with all returned papers in the case of a grade
dispute.

Class Expectations:

1. Follow all school rules.

a. I adhere to the rules regarding food, drink, mp3 players, and especially cell phones in
class.
2. Be respectful of yourself, your classmates, and teacher(s).
a. Do not speak when others are speaking.
b. If something does not belong to you, do not touch it or take it.
c. Keep your hand to yourself. Do not touch your neighbors inappropriately.
d. No sleeping in class! You will not be told what you missed.
3. Be prepared for class each day. This includes bringing your textbook, papers, and pencil/pen.
4. Be responsible for all missed work.
a. If you miss school for any reason, whether it be sickness, family emergency, or a
school related activity (band, sports, organizations, etc.), it is YOUR responsibility to find out
what had missed. I will keep a folder with all missed work. It's up to you to ask for it! When you
are out, you are required to submit all late work the day you return. If you fail to submit an
assignment the day it is due and you are present, it will not be accepted late.
5. Arrive on time.
a. You must be IN YOUR DESK when the tardy bell rings. I DO NOT CARE how other
teachers account for tardies. In my class, I expect you to be prompt. To me, that means you are
in your seat, working on what I have on the board, and QUIET when the tardy bell rings.
b. After your third tardy, you will be referred to the office.
6. Be willing to learn.
a. Try your best and open your mind to what could be a subject in which you find enjoyment.

A Few More Things......

 Do not groom in my class; it's not a bathroom. If I see you combing, brushing, picking,
etc. your hair in my class, I will ask you to stop one time. If I see you doing it again, you
will be asked to throw the grooming tool in the trash can. If you refuse, you will be
referred to the office for disobeying the teacher. So, just don't do it.
  Every student must be seated and quiet before the bell rings. Remember, the bell does
not dismiss you, I do.
 Please do your part to keep the classroom clean. If the area around your desk is messy,
please tidy it. Until the area is clean, no one will be dismissed.
 This is English class. Use proper English only when addressing each other and your
teacher(s).
 Again, this is English class. There is no reason for a Science book, a Math book, or any
other kind of book to be opened. I am sure your other teachers do not want you do your
English homework in their classes, just as I do not want you completing any work you
should do at home in mine.
 Cheating will not be tolerated. The first time I catch you cheating, you paper will be
immediately discarded and you will receive a zero for that assignment. The second time
you are caught, you will be referred to the office.
 Finally, all rules and procedures may be altered as needed at the discretion of the
teacher.

What will we be covering?

● Afro-Asian Literature
- myths, legends, historical documents, dramas, plays, poetry, etc.
● Writing Assignments
● Grammar Practice
● Vocabulary Development