What is it like to be a
7th Grader?
The purpose of a newsletter is to provide specialized information to a targeted audience. Newsletters can be a great way to explain an event, a product, an opinion or just be informative so that anyone can understand it. They contain articles that open the reader’s eyes to new information.
First, figure out the audience of the newsletter. This could be anyone who might benefit from the information it contains, for example, people who are interested in specific information about something, someone or even an event.
Next, establish how much time you will spend on your newsletter. This factor will help you determine what to include and how eye-catching your newsletter will appear.
Initially, you will write articles in Microsoft Word. The articles will be corrected and will stay in Microsoft Word until all articles are written and you are given permission to create your Newsletter. Each article is to be based on fact. Use the Internet to research information.
You will:
· Write 1 feature article (ranging from 75 - 225 words
per article)
· Include (3) Hyperlinks to Web Pages (fact check) 10 pts. Ea.
· Use color and pictures to make your newsletter article attractive (pictures can be brought in and scanned and / or obtained with permission from the Internet)
Possible Ideas to Feature:
o Spotlights on achievement (student and / or teacher)
o Future Happenings
o Current Events – events with student council, sports highlights, whole school events (testing, Media Center, school calendar items)
o What’s on an 7th Grader’s mind? (Looking forward to going to high school? New outlooks on academics or sports?)
o Opinion Column (Perspective)
o What is hot? Newest trends? Coolest things to know or do.
o Current event topics: What is going on in the world? The state? The city?
GRADING:
· The article is worth 25 points based on spelling, grammar, quality, depth, and content.
· No article or picture will hurt anyone or anything and / or use malicious or school inappropriateness.
· Show your school and grade spirit by expressing yourself in writing using technology! 50 points
· Up to 50 points will be awarded based on the final newsletter outlook and attractiveness.
TOTAL POINTS AVAILABLE: 275