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Communication Arts Department

Welcome to the Communication Arts Department at Waunakee Community Middle School!

You will be able to find the following information on our website:

  • State Standards for both Reading and Language Usage

Still to come:

  • Unit Overviews
  • Department Goals for 2011-12


 Ms. Hundt - 7th & 8th Grade

Ms. Piotrowski- 7th Grade

Ms. Rydzewski- 7th Grade 

Mr. Kaltenberg- 8th Grade

 

 

Ms. Zimmer- 8th Grade

                                     

State English Language Arts Content & Performance Standards
By the end of 8th grade, students will strive to meet the following benchmarks.
Vocabulary Linked to State Standards
Students are expected to understand these terms and concepts in order to meet their benchmarks at the end of 8th grade.
7th Grade Curriculum Overview
Standards-Based Skills and Concepts for 7th Grade
8th Grade Curriculum Overview
Standards-Based Skills and Concepts for 8th Grade
Last Updated: 10/31/11
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