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" A book is a gift you can open time and time again ."
Dream!
Believe!
Create!
Do!
Mr. Nandkumar
Mr. Nandkumar
Greetings! My name is Mr. Nandkumar and I will be your L & L teacher. I am so excited to share my knowledge and creativity with you all.
I hold a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology, Masters in Emergency Management: Public Administration and currently a Masters in General/Special Education G1-6.
I am Bollywood Film and Classical Indian Dancer. I enjoy doing collaborative projects and creating fun displays and experiences for my family, friends and school community. I am truly honored and excited to be apart of this journey with team and students. This is my 2nd year teaching with OWNCS and eight year being a part of the OWNCS community.
Mr. Wolf
Mr. Wolf
Greetings, My name is Mr. Wolf. I am the ICT teacher for the 6th grade. I will be teaching 602. I am so excited to work with you and help you grow academically.
I hold a Bachelors of Arts in History and Education and Master degrees in reading/literacy education and adolescent special education. In addition, I also received an advanced degree in childhood special education. It is a truly an honor to work with you.
Tests 30%
Projects 30%
Quizzes 20%
Homework 10%
Class work 5%
Portfolios 5%
Curriculum Overview:
Curriculum Overview:
Grade 6 Unit Includes:
Grade 6 Unit Includes:
Community Building
Community Building
Turning Every Child Into a Reader
Turning Every Child Into a Reader
Storytelling through Short Stories
Storytelling through Short Stories
Interdisciplinary Unit with Languages
Interdisciplinary Unit with Languages
Non Fiction
Non Fiction
Test Review
Test Review
Poetry
Poetry
Fantasy
Fantasy
GROWING as a Reader:
GROWING as a Reader:
Using evidence from the text in order to summarize the plot, make inferences about and analyze the text.
Understands and explains the point of view in a text; understands the significance of certain words and vocabulary.
Uses a variety of media and formats, including video and audio, to further enhance understanding of a topic or text.
Participates in class-wide and group discussions expressing the ideas and skills learned.
Practices a variety of vocabulary skills, including using the context in which a word is found to determine the meaning of words, recognizing roots of words, and using digital and physical reference materials (dictionaries, thesauruses, and glossaries).
Gains an understanding of and the ability to explain figurative language in a text.
GROWING as a Writer:
GROWING as a Writer:
Writers use more complex vocabulary and about more complex content.
Writers use a variety of genres for a variety of audiences.
Writes structured and well-organized opinion, research, and informative pieces:
Use supporting claims and evidence based on credible texts and resources.
Include an introduction, a conclusion, and transitions.
Plans, revises, and edits writing, with guidance from teachers and peers.
TIPS for being Successful in
TIPS for being Successful in
Language and Literature
Language and Literature
Come to class ready to learn, grow and READ!
Come to class prepared to with notebooks, and independent/guided reading books.
Participation is IMPORTANT. Be ready to participate, share your ideas, thoughts and role play with the text.
Complete homework and assignments to receive full credit.
Ask for HELP and CLARIFICATION. There is no wrong answers or silly questions; WE are here to guide and support you.
Be honest and kind.
Be CREATIVE!
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