6th/7th Grade Literature & ELAR

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS
 

FIELD DAY - MAY 21ST

Founders of Fort Worth is in need of 10 VOLUNEERS to help assist the school on Field Day. The school is also in need of the following items for that day:

1. Water

2. Popsicles

3. Gatorade

4. Coolers

5. Ice

Thank you for any and all help you can provide!

Link to details here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Vb2HqpvX8c5AiUAMrXMxdn4TtFRLdQLWjwIixj3KiUw/edit?tab=t.0

Week in Review

6th Grade

In 6th grade, students read Chapters XXVIII–XXX of The Scarlet Pimpernel, where the tension surrounding Sir Percy’s rescue mission continues to rise. We examined how Orczy builds suspense through pacing and shifting perspectives, especially as danger closes in on the characters. Students paid close attention to Chauvelin’s actions and motivations, noting how his persistence increases the stakes of the story. We also discussed how secrecy and identity continue to shape the plot at this crucial stage. Students practiced identifying key moments that signal turning points in the narrative. Overall, they are doing an excellent job tracking the developing conflict as we approach the novel’s climax. 

7th Grade

In 7th grade, students read through Act II and into the beginning of Act III of Cyrano de Bergerac. We focused on character development, particularly Cyrano’s internal struggle and his willingness to sacrifice his own happiness for Roxane. Students analyzed how dialogue and dramatic structure reveal both humor and deeper emotional tension. We also explored how Rostand uses wit and wordplay to develop Cyrano’s character. As we began Act III, students started to see how the consequences of earlier choices unfold more clearly. Their engagement with the text continues to deepen as the play grows more complex. 

Poetry Recital

Both 6th and 7th grade students also performed their poem recitations in front of the school, and they did an outstanding job. It takes real courage and preparation to present publicly, and the students rose to the occasion with confidence. We are very proud of their effort and poise during these presentations. 

Next Week Preview

Next week, 6th grade will move toward the conclusion of The Scarlet Pimpernel, focusing on how the central conflict is resolved and how the themes of sacrifice and identity come together. Students will be asked to think more deeply about character motivations and final outcomes. In 7th grade, we will move further into the heart of the drama in Cyrano de Bergerac, where relationships and tensions become even more pronounced. Students should be prepared for increased complexity in both plot and character interactions. Across both classes, we will continue emphasizing careful reading, thoughtful discussion, and strong textual support. 

Words of the Week

6th Grade: Intrigue – a secret plan or scheme, especially one meant to deceive or outwit others.
(This word captures the hidden identities and covert actions that drive The Scarlet Pimpernel.)

7th Grade: Eloquence – the ability to speak or write in a persuasive and expressive way.
(This word reflects Cyrano’s greatest strength—his masterful use of language and rhetoric.)

Did You Know?

In Cyrano de Bergerac, one of the most famous scenes—the balcony scene—was inspired by an earlier literary tradition, most notably William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. However, Rostand adds a unique twist: instead of the lover speaking for himself, Cyrano secretly provides the words while another man receives the credit. This clever reversal highlights one of the play’s central themes—that true worth often goes unseen when judged only by outward appearance.