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Welcome to my Sixth Grade Critical Thinking and Language Arts Classes, 2011-2012 students!
RULES:
Students are expected to follow the procedures of the class. These procedures include but are not limited to: *Be in class, on time, and ready to work *Raise hand and wait to be called on to speak or leave the seat *Be polite, use manners, and show respect to me and others in class *Leave gum, candy, food, and drinks away from the classroom *Always have a positive attitude, ready to listen and learn
CONSEQUENCES:
If the rules are not obeyed, the following consequences will be enforced: *Verbal Warning *Writing Assignment *Parent Contact *Detention *Referral to Administration
GRADES:
After work has been submitted to me for grading, the grades will post on Pinnacle Parent Viewer within a few days.
TO FIND A (D.E.A.R.) CHAPTER BOOK THE STUDENT MAY ENJOY:
1) grab a bunch of books and read the first 6-7 pages and see if you (student) likes the way the author is writing to you (author's writing style). 2) when you find a style you like, check and see if there are only 1 or 2 that you do not understand on a page. Look at 5 random pages to see if this is the case.
HOMEWORK and CLASSWORK:
Homework is a way a person can sit at home and really absorb into his/her brain, the material that was taught in school. I am speaking from experience. Turning in homework on time, teaches a person how to be responsible, one of the most important expectations in life. I need homework to be completed AND turned in, on time. Reading Logs are a staple homework assignment. They will be collected every twenty school days. Reading Logs are double-sided. Ten assignments on each side. A complete heading and parent signature is required on both sides.
SUPPLIES FOR CRITICAL THINKING
Chapter Book (D.E.A.R. book) Sticky notes (Post-it Notes, regular size) Dictionary (with 70,000 entries, paperback) No.2 Pencils (4 pencils)(for work) 2 Black Pens 2 Blue Pens (for notes) 2 Red Pens (for self corrections) Loose Leaf Notebook Paper (for work) 2 Folders (one stays in class-portfolio, other goes home) Spiral Notebook (for notes, reflections, journals) Markers (at least 8) (for activities) Internet Agenda from School (for assignment record keeping) (please no green pens)
The kids appreciate novels donated to our class library!
The classroom would also greatly appreciate:
Box of Tissues Paper Towels Hand Sanitizer Disinfectant Cleaning Wipes Liquid Hand Soap Ream of Print Paper Ream of Colored Print Paper
SUPPLES FOR LANGUAGE ARTS:
Thesaurus (Merriam Webster's School Thesaurus ((green one, can get on amazon or bookstore)) is a good one The rest of the supplies are the same as the ones states for Critical Thinking above!
PARENTS AND GUARDIANS, With my dedication and your child's cooperation, your child will succeed in my class. I treat my students with the utmost respect, and expect they respect me, in return.
GOLDEN RULE *Treat others as you want to be treated*
We are having a great year!
Helpful Internet Links:
www.dictionary.com www.tutor.com
www.fcatexplorer.com
Florida Center for Reading Research current reading research and downloadable presentations
Alliance for Excellent Education organization for advocacy, research and policies concerning adolescents and literacy
International Reading Association website for reading plans and activities
Critical Thinking, Graphic Organizers, Vocabulary Strategies
University of South Florida's website for FCAT practice, graphic organizers and teacher and parent information
CONTACT ME:
For best results, e-mail me at Elizabeth.Angelov@browardschools.com.
My phone, 754-323-4400.
Go to Ms. Angelov:
Elizabeth.Angelov@browardschools.com

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