Grammar Week Wrapup

Hello-

Just to check back in, we will be finishing our grammar unit this week. We have worked to develop a progression in class; we have examined words, specifically prefixes, suffixes, and roots. From there, we moved to the subject and predicate of sentences, as well as run-ons and fragments. Now, we are looking at topic sentences, support sentences and details, and concluding sentences. Finally, we will examine how to construct an expository essay.

Also, I would like to take this opportunity to introduce our student teacher, Mrs. Tkacz. She is a graduate student from Syracuse University. She will be with us until Thanksgiving, and she will assume all responsibilities for the month of October. Feel free to talk to her at open house.

That is all for now. Email me at jsmith49@scsd.us with questions, comments, or just to chat. Thanks!

Mr. Smith

Grammar Week - Starts Monday!

Hello all-

Silent Sustained Reading started today, and we will be in full grammar mode next week. Also, students should continue to return important signed documents, especially if they want their lockers!

Enjoy the first weekend of the school year!

Welcome Back!

Hello everyone! It is nice to be back to school. I am in my room preparing for a great 8th grade year. I have a student teacher starting off the year with me, Ms. Tkacz. Come say hello to us tonight at the Ed Smith Ice Cream Social.

See all of you kiddies Thursday!

Congratulations on a great 7th grade year!

The summer is just about here, and the year is almost over. Congratulations to all 7th graders on a good year, have a safe and happy summer, and one last thing: READ!



Mr. Smith

Last Full Week!

This is our last full week of school. We have four half days next week. In ELA, we will be focusing on finishing our Romantic poetry unit by completing poems focused on the beauty of the Ed Smith community. We will hopefully have a small poetry book finished by the end of the year!

Reminder-Half Day Today!

We have a half day today at school. Students will be dismissed at 11:20. Enjoy the day!

REMINDER! Portfolio due FRIDAY, JUNE 4th

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Our cumulative portfolio is due this coming Friday. Make sure all assignments are complete.

Mr. Smith