This class focuses on the writing and analytical reading skills needed to prepare for high school English. With literature as the backbone of our learning, students will learn how to identify character traits, new vocabulary, and plot structure, strengthen critical thinking, and effective communication. They will also practice research skills, how to avoid plagiarism, MLA format, and grammar (as needed). Students will demonstrate their learning and creativity through various writing pieces, two essays, short research projects, comprehension questions, vocabulary building, and two class presentations. We follow the 8th grade CA ELA standards for reading, writing, some grammar, and speaking/listening skills. We address grammar skills, as it pertains to our writing assignments. Please consider adding a grammar review curriculum if you feel this is a needed focus for your student.
Instructor:Sheri Joyce (click on name to learn more about Sheri) Weekly Class Time:Thursdays, 9:45 - 10:45 am Semester Dates: Fall semester - August 28 - December 11 (14 weeks); no classes on 10/23 & 11/27Spring semester - January 22 - May 7 (14 weeks); no classes on 2/19 & 4/2
Assigned Work for the week: approximately (and up to) 3 digital assignments each week focusing on reading and writing skills.
New students are welcome mid-year, based on class availability
Semester Cost: $300* *Private pay is accepted in three (3) $100 installments Please see instructions below for how to submit charter school vouchers if that applies to you. See refund policy here Required Equipment:
Headphones with mic ability
Gmail email account to access Google Classroom (not a school Gmail account as WRF is not part of any school organization)
Parent's Role In The Class: Our biggest ask is that parents check in on their student's grade and work in Google Classroom weekly so nothing is a surprise later and helps bolster the learning experience as well as the accountability of students.
This is a year long class. split into two semesters. For billing purposes, POs must be paid monthly. We are not a pay by the month vendor. See below. Here is the vital information needed to create a purchase order for your child's participation in this class:
Vendor: Sheri Joyce dba Well-Read Fred
Instructor name: Sheri Joyce
Class: 8th grade English Class
Start date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
Semester end date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Duration of each lesson: 1 hour, 9:45 am - 10:45 am
Frequency: once per week for 4 months
Cost per month – Fall semester: $75 x 4 months, units, or sessions
Month breakdown if your school needs them: Aug.28-Sept. 30; Oct.1-31; Nov.1-21; Dec.1-15*
Total Semester Cost for this class: $300
Class link: https://www.wellreadfred.com/8th-grade-english-class.html
* Schools, including IEM charter schools, are exempt from this and can create one PO for the cost of the semester total. Check with your charter teacher if you're unsure.