Hello, Woodworth family! My name is James Murphy, and I am your student’s new 8th grade English teacher. I am extremely pleased to be able to join the Dearborn School District. A little bit about me: I am a husband and father and bring 13 years teaching experience to my classroom. I earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Madonna University and a Master’s Degree from the University of Detroit Mercy.
In my classroom, students will work on vocabulary, writing, and reading skills. Each student is expected to come prepared to learn with all his or her supplies needed for each task. Students will have a weekly homework/agenda sheet each night that will have each day’s agenda and a parent/guardian check off once homework is completed. Because great readers read a lot, students will have to read silently for 15 minutes at home each night from a book they will choose in class. You can help your student by helping them find a quiet place at home to read and timing them during this reading time. Each week will always end with a vocabulary quiz.
Students will need to bring in the following supplies: a 2” or 3” 3 ring binder designated for English class (this will come to and from home/school); pencils and/or pens; and lined paper. If there is a financial issue please feel free to contact me to make other arrangements.
Thank you for your ongoing support, and I look forward to working with you to make this a fantastic year for your student!
Sincerely,
Mr. Murphy
734 634 2964
[email protected]
In my classroom, students will work on vocabulary, writing, and reading skills. Each student is expected to come prepared to learn with all his or her supplies needed for each task. Students will have a weekly homework/agenda sheet each night that will have each day’s agenda and a parent/guardian check off once homework is completed. Because great readers read a lot, students will have to read silently for 15 minutes at home each night from a book they will choose in class. You can help your student by helping them find a quiet place at home to read and timing them during this reading time. Each week will always end with a vocabulary quiz.
Students will need to bring in the following supplies: a 2” or 3” 3 ring binder designated for English class (this will come to and from home/school); pencils and/or pens; and lined paper. If there is a financial issue please feel free to contact me to make other arrangements.
Thank you for your ongoing support, and I look forward to working with you to make this a fantastic year for your student!
Sincerely,
Mr. Murphy
734 634 2964
[email protected]