| Deer Creek Middle School
Sixth Grade Pre AP Literature
Bev Pearman
E-mail: pearmanb@deercreekk12.ok.us
Web site: http//teacherweb.com
Voice Mail: 348-4830 ext 645
Homework Hotline: 348-4830 ext. 646
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.)
Three chances will be given to students each semester to return to their
locker to get assignments without a penalty. After three trips to their
locker to retrieve assignments, the work will be considered 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!
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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Deer Creek Middle School
Sixth-Grade Pre AP Composition
Bev Pearman
E-mail: pearmanb@deercreek.k12.ok.us
Voice Mail: 348-4830 ext. 645
Homework Hotline: 348-4830 ext. 646
Teacher Web.com
Course Objective:
The primary objective of this course is to teach students’ effective
communication skills and critical thinking skills through writing, speaking
and listening.
Language Arts Skills:
In language arts the students will work on vocabulary, spelling, figurative
language, information, learning the writing process, modes and forms of
writing, grammar usage, mechanics, oral language, listening, and speaking.
· The students will develop and expand knowledge of words and word
meanings to increase vocabulary.
· The students will conduct research and organize information.
· The students will express ideas effectively in written modes for a
variety of purposes and audiences.
· The students will use the writing process to write coherently.
· The students will write for a variety of purposes and audiences using
narrative, descriptive, expository, persuasive and reflective modes
· The students will demonstrate thinking skills in listening and
speaking.
· The student will listen for information and pleasure.
· The students will express ideas and opinions in small group or
individual situations.
· The students will interpret, evaluate and compose visual messages.
Vocabulary:
Vocabulary words and definitions will be copied on Mondays from the
smart board. If your child is absent, they may find the word list and study
sheet on my website under Printable Documents. We will go over the
definitions and parts of speech in class to insure that students have the
correct answers. Students are to keep them in their red binder for use and
review during the semester. Keep those lists!! Fridays we will have a test.
Students will be given the word to write. They will also match the word to
its definition. Students will also be required to write the part of speech
on the test.
The vocabulary words are based on Latin/Greek word parts. These word parts
are the bases of many of our English words. Understanding what the word
parts mean will help you understand the meaning of words. These words will
help make your writing more interesting. They will also help you express
yourself in a way you might not otherwise be able to do. We will be working
on these word parts a few at a time each week. The word parts will also help
you with comprehension and decoding words when you are reading.
Writing:
Writing allows us to communicate with others. We can describe things we
have seen, experiences we have, even things we would like to see and do. It
is also a way to express how we feel. Grammar is a big part of writing. We
use Hands On Grammar (HOG) to identify parts of speech and enhance writing.
We will also be doing research and writing about what we learn. The best
way to learn to write is to do it. We will be doing just that this year in
class.
The format we will use for all final copies of writing assignments will
be cursive, if you choose handwriting. Papers typed should be in Times New
Roman, Font size 12. The margins should be one inch; the assignments are to
be double spaced.
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
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 earned will be a 50. (If for some reason the
class does not meet the assignment is not late.)
Three chances will be given to students each semester to return to their
locker to get assignments without a penalty. After three trips to their
locker to retrieve assignments, the work will be considered 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
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!
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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