Welcome Back! I am excited to begin our 2012-2013 school term. I believe this school year will soar beyond our expectations if we work together.

I am Mrs. J. Smith, your 7th grade Language Arts teacher. I am a graduate from Florida State University. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and African American Studies. I am currently working towards a Reading and ESOL endorsement.

My goal is to provide students with useful and creative vocabulary, comprehension and writing strategies. By doing this it will contribute to the success of students in not only reading and writing, but other content areas as well. Students will explore various forms of literature and increase their knowledge of the writing process while using technology. I am here to support and help increase reading proficiency.