Class overview

In 6th grade English Language Arts, our objective is to grow as readers and writers. We read a variety of works throughout the year and learn the elements of different types of writing that need to be present to make that style of writing successful. We practice writing with a variety of writing assignments and work on editing our own work and giving helpful peer feedback. We learn to draw evidence from texts, summarize objectively, identify central ideas or themes, and explain how details help develop big ideas. It's an exciting year, full of growth, challenge, and fun. 

How to help your 6th Graders succeed: 

• Make sure they have the correct supplies:

  • 2,  3" Binders: one for morning classes and one for the afternoon. Some students choose 1 large "trapper" type binder that they use for all classes, but we find that these make organization a problem.

  • 12 Dividers: The plastic ones with pockets are by far the best and will last all year.

  • Pencil Pouch: ideally, ones that fit right into the binders. 

  • Pencils (buy a ton as they go through them...and lose them, and break them, and share them...)

  • Highlighters: Yellow, Pink, Blue, and Green

  • You do NOT need a notebook for my class

• Help them organize their binders at every school break. 

• They will have homework every single night. Make sure they do it. Missing work is a huge challenge for 6th graders.

  • Keep track of grades and missing work through the Parent Portal

  • Keep Track of daily homework through the Homework Tracker