ESL Syllabus (Grades 6–8) - 2025–2026 Platform: Summit K12 - Teacher Gayle McDonald

Oct 2, 2026

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ESL Syllabus (Grades 6–8) for 2025–2026 outlines a structured program for English learners using SummitK12 to strengthen Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing. The course targets expanded academic vocabulary, fluency development, and confidence in academic communication, with preparation aligned to TELPAS through modules, simulations, and practice tasks. Semester 1 emphasizes language foundations, while Semester 2 focuses on academic language and comprehensive TELPAS readiness, including simulated assessments and final projects.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

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Reading Time5 min

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Course Overview

Goals

Key Tools in SummitK12

Semester Highlights

Semester 1: Language Foundations

Semester 2: Academic Language & TELPAS

Class Expectations

Cell Phone Policy

Signature and Return Instructions

ESL Syllabus (Grades 6–8) | 2025–2026 Platform: Summit K12 | Teacher: Gayle McDonald Contact: [gayle.mcdonald@gsisdschools.net](gayle.mcdonald@gsisdschools.net) | Course Overview
This ESL course supports English learners in grades 6–8 by developing skills in Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing using SummitK12 . Students will improve vocabulary, build fluency, and prepare for TELPAS. | | --- | | Goals
● Strengthen skills in all four language domains
● Expand academic vocabulary
● Build confidence in academic communication
● Prepare for TELPAS with aligned tasks | | Key Tools in SummitK12
● Listening & Speaking Practice (with feedback)
● Reading Fluency & Comprehension Passages
● Writing Prompts & Sentence Frames
● Vocabulary Boosters & Quizzes
● TELPAS Prep Modules & Simulations | Semester Highlights Semester 1 : Language Foundations ● Weeks 1–2: Placement & Goal Setting ● Weeks 3–6: Listening & Speaking Fluency ● Weeks 7–10 : Academic Vocabulary & Grammar ● Weeks 11–14: Reading & Writing Basics ● Weeks 15–18 : TELPAS Speaking/Writing Prep Semester 2: Academic Language & TELPAS ● Weeks 19–24: Comprehension, Narrative Writing, Vocabulary ● Weeks 25–30: TELPAS Practice (All Domains) ● Weeks 31–34: Simulated Assessments ● Weeks 35–36: Final Projects & Presentations Class Expectations ● Use English in class as much as possible ● Bring device, headphones, and ESL notebook daily ● Show effort and support your peers ● Practice regularly on Summit K12 (20–30 mins/week) Due to the new TEXAS STATE LAW, there will be absolutely no cell phones! The new cell phone policy is that the first offense your phone will be taken up and given to the office. Your parent/guardian will have to pick it up at the end of the day and pay a $15 fee. Repeat offenders will be dealt with at the office. Review this syllabus with your parent/guardian, then sign and RETURN TO MS MCDONALD BY FRIDAY, AUGUST 15 for a 100% on your daily grade. Guardian/Parent Signature Student Signature

FAQs

What skills does the ESL course target for grades 6–8?

The course develops Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing. It also focuses on vocabulary growth, fluency, and confidence in academic communication.

How is TELPAS preparation built into the syllabus?

Students use TELPAS prep modules, simulations, and aligned practice tasks. The semester includes dedicated speaking and writing prep and practice across all domains.

What are the class expectations for daily materials and technology use?

Students are expected to use English as much as possible, bring a device and headphones, and keep an ESL notebook daily. They also practice regularly on SummitK12 for 20–30 minutes per week.

What is the Texas state law cell phone policy described in the syllabus?

There are absolutely no cell phones. The first offense results in the phone being taken and given to the office, and the parent/guardian must pick it up at day’s end and pay a $15 fee. Repeat offenders are handled by the office.

Oct 2, 2026

Uploaded by Mabel