This document outlines the 6th grade language arts class. The main focuses of the class will be improving reading skills, different writing styles, grammar rules, and oral communication through studying genres like fiction, poetry, mythology and more. Students will need a binder, notebook, writing tools and ipad. The class will follow school rules and have daily routines like bellringers. Assignments will be graded on a standard scale and are due by the given dates.

1. Welcome to 6th
Grade Language
Arts

2. Class Description
This language class is designed to increase your communication skills through
reading, speaking, wring, and the study of the English language, based upon
the standards of the Common Core. Our main focus in this language arts
class will be to improve reading skills, mastery of different writing styles,
demonstration of the rules of grammar, and the ability to express yourself
orally.

3. Our major units of study will include but are
not limited to:
 Types of writing (Narrative writing,
Expository writing, technical writing,
and persuasive writing)
 Poetry
 Short stories
 Mythology/ Folklore
 Sentence fluency and construction
 Vocabulary
 Standard grammar and mechanics

4. Required Materials
 1’ Binder
 5 Dividers
 Writing Utensils
 Notebook Paper
 Ipad (Provided by school)

5. Class Rules
 Follow all school rules.
 Be prepared for class (English notebook, assignments, paper, and pencils).
 Follow the teachers request the FIRST time.
 Keep hands, feet, and all objects to yourself at all times.

6. Expectations
 Be prompt
 Be ready to learn when class begins.
 Be prepared
 Have materials with you and know due dates.
 Be a polite and positive participant
 Speak in a normal tone of voice, and listen attentively.
 Be productive
 Turn in work on time, and always do your best.
 Be a problem solver
 Correct problems quickly and peacefully before they escalate.

7. Daily Routine
Absolutely NO talking
 Sharpen pencil upon arrival.
 Put belongings away.
 Begin working on daily Bell-ringer (6
minutes).

8. Assignments
 All assignments must be submitted
by the given due date and are due
at the beginning of the class
period.
 All homework is due the next day,
unless stated otherwise
 Late Assignments/ Missed Work
 Any assignments not received on or
before the due date are considered
late.
 It is the student’s responsibility to
check with the teacher regarding
any late/missed assignments and
their due date.

9. Grading System
 A= 90-100%
 B= 80- 89%
 C= 70-79%
 D= 60=69%
 F= 59% and below

10. Questions?

11. Together We Will
SUCCEED!!!