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Deer Creek Middle School
Sixth Grade Pre AP Literature
Bev Pearman
E-mail: pearmanb@deercreek.k12.ok.us
Web site: http//teacherweb.com
Course Goals:
·To instill in all students an appreciation of literature of all kinds.
·To have all students reading on grade level or above.
·To have students become life long readers for recreation as well as
information.
Reading Program:
Research shows that each student should be reading every day to improve
reading ability. Sixth graders make gains in reading through sustained
silent reading, reading aloud, and through teacher directed reading lessons.
Because of this, I insist that students bring a book to class every day. I
will conference with each student in order to make sure that they are working
toward their potential and meeting their reading goals.
We will be using the Accelerated Reading program, which focuses on books
and lessons to accomplish these goals. There are two goals to meet, a points
goal and a percentage goal. The point goal will be for reading and earning a
given number of points. The test average is the second goal and needs to be
at least 85%. Both of these goals are counted 3 times each quarter.
PRE-AP students have a goal of 50 AR points each quarter, which was
communicated when you enrolled.
Accelerated Reader allows students to choose what subjects they are
reading about rather than having to read about things in which they have
little or no interest. Is your child allowed to read non-AR books? Of
course!! I will give them instructions on how to write a test that I will
put on the computer so it can be counted toward their goal.
We will begin by giving a computer test to each student to determine what
level they should be reading. This individualizing allows students at
whatever reading level to grow and be successful.
I will check with the students periodically to check their progress. They
will be given time in class to read but they must also read outside of class.
We will also be reading novels as a class. These books will be read in
class. There will be assignments associated with each. All of the novels
will be AR books and will count toward your students’ goal.
Homework Policy:
The expectation is that homework will be completed when assigned.
(All assignments are due the next day unless other wise specified.) If a
student does not have his/her assignment on the day it is due and turns it in
one day late, the grade will be “grade earned” minus 11 points. If it is two
or more days late, the highest grade will be a 50. (If for some reason the
class does not meet the assignment is not late.)
Make-Up Assignments:
The student is responsible for obtaining make-up assignments when
absent. Assignments will be posted on the assignment board and website. I
have provided a folder of missed work available for students to pick up when
they return to class. It is their responsibility to get make-up work turned
in within two days (see your handbook). If they need additional information
about the assignments see me at a time when it is mutually convenient. I
will schedule times to help each student in any way possible.
· LONG ILLNESSES ARE AN EXCEPTION
· Talking during tests = zero
Classroom Expectations:
Students are expected to show respect towards their peers, their
teacher, and to themselves. Students are also expected to give their best
effort.
Classroom Management:
Students will be expected to follow the correct procedures as set forth
by the teacher in class. The school wide discipline plan is adhered to when
the student makes a poor choice. School wide we use a system of “Marks”
which were explained during Antler Camp at the parent meeting.
GRADES:
The best way to make sure your child is keeping up with their
assignments is to check their grades online. Students like to do this too
especially when waiting for a grade, as it will appear online before papers
are returned.
The Grading scale used by Deer Creek Middle School is Deer Creek Policy:
· 90-100 = A
· 80-89 = B
· 70-79 = C
· 60-69 = D
· Below 60 = F
Please check my web site on a regular basis. It is located on:
teacherweb.com. Choose the state, school and my name. Better yet mark it as
a Favorite or you may access it from the Deer Creek Web site. I hope you
will find it helpful!
POETRY:Pre AP students will be analyzing a poem and memorizing it monthly.
It is posted on my web-site.
Every child is unique and has individual strengths. All children deserve
to have surroundings that help them develop to their fullest potential. I am
happy to have a part in guiding your child through a successful 6th grade
year. Working together we can help your child be very successful.
The best way to reach me is through e-mail.
pearmanb@deercreek.k12.ok.us
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