Syllabus

 

6th Grade English

Tefel Hall

Course Description

This course covers the Common Core Standards for English Language Arts. Major units include:

  • Persuasive Writing
  • Narrative Writing
  • Research
  • MLA Format
  • Literature
  • Poetry
  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar
  • Basic Skills
  • Public Speaking

Grades

Your grade is based on a fraction:

Total Points Earned
Total Possible Points

Your percentage determines your letter grade:

Greater than 90% A
80–89% B
70–79% C
60–69% D
Less than 60% F

Homework

I give about 30 minutes of homework, 5 days per week.

With few exceptions, the homework is always the same:

Late Work

I accept late work until the last week of the grading period.

Materials

Bring the following things to class with you every day:

Rules

1 Raise your hand. Don't talk out of turn.
2 Treat others with courtesy.
3 No cell phones, iPads, or other electronic devices.
4 No eating, gum, candy, or drinking (except water).
5 No computer games.
6 Stay in your seat.
7 Never throw anything. Clean up your own mess.
8 Don't leave before the bell.
9 Don't sit behind the teacher's desk.
10 Follow the teacher's instructions.

Citizenship

Citizenship grades are based on your behavior. A "U" for citizenship may affect your ability to participate in certain school activities (dances, sports, field trips, etc.).

E = Excellent
S = Satisfactory
W = Warning
U = Unsatisfactory

Hall Passes

Tutoring

I am available for tutoring during lunch. Please make an appointment in advance.

Contact

The best way to contact me is through Gmail or Synergy.

Let's have a great year!