Assignments

= Assignments = = = = Classroom Assignments are posted on Lumens. = If you do not have computer access, students also keeps an assignment calendar in their binders with current assignments and due dates. I check these on a regular basis to make sure information is written down. Students are also asked to record their own trades on a grade sheet and keep all papers for 9 weeks in case of any grade book errors. Most assignments are worth 100 points. Major projects can be worth as much as 300 points. Late papers lose points daily unless a child has an excused absence. Students are given 2 "1-day" late passes per 9 weeks and advised to use them carefully if needed.

= Language Arts: = __Spelling Tests__ will be each week on Wednesdays (previously on Tuesdays) Students will do 2 research based spelling activities prior the test each week. These will not be collected each week, but on a random basis to make sure students are completing these successfully. __Grammar__ will be taught in mini-lessons based on student needs. Students will have quizzes based on these lessons as concepts are covered. __Vocabulary Notebooks__ are used in Language Arts (and reading) to help with terms required by state standards. __Writing__ is a part of Language Arts and Reading. Students will be creating pieces in a variety of genres including narrative, persuasive, informative writing, poetry, letter writing and more. Expectations for all assignments will have a rubric with point values given for each part of the assignment. __Etc...__ Students in 6th grade will also study affixes, Greek and Latin roots, analogies, figurative language, poetic device and more.

= Reading: = Our __Springboard curriculum__ sets the scope and sequence for much of our reading. Writing assignments are also included on a regular basis. Daily notebook activities set provide practice in all the steps needed to complete assignments. Notebook checks will be done and graded to assure students are taking down necessary information to pass quizzes. They need to get notes from a buddy if they are absent. __Book Responses__ (from student-choice and assigned reading) will be part of student's grades as well. __Writing__: See above. __Reading Groups:__ With the help of Miss Nancy and my paraprofessional, Margaret Ward, we will also be doing reading in small groups on Tuesdays. Due to scheduling conflicts, these will be done in our Language Arts block of time.

= While Middle School is an adjustment for 6th graders, = = lease know I am doing everything I can to help your child succeed this year! =

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