1. Welcome to English 6
Mrs. Ellis

2. What we learn in English class…
Genres of fiction and nonfiction
Poetry
Figurative Language
Writing ~ Narrative, Descriptive, Expository, and Persuasive. There is also a weekly journal.
Grammar: A unit will be taught each nine weeks as well as through the writing process.
Daily Warm ups~ First Semester, we will focus on prefixes, suffixes, and Greek/Latin roots. Second semester, we will focus on vocabulary.

3. What you need in English class…
Highlighters
Colored pencils/glue/scissors
Sticky notes
Three pronged folder for your weekly journal
Marble composition book for notes
Earbuds
USB Drive (recommended)

4. Grades
I grade class work and homework for participation and accuracy, using the check system posted.
Tests
Projects
Literature Circles
Essays
Quizzes

5. Textbooks There are class sets of the Literature and Language books.
Home Textbooks will also be provided so the books do not have to be carried back and forth.

6. Homework
Expect homework at least twice a week. I try not to give homework on Fridays.
10 pts off late homework every day.
Webpage: bedfordfms.sharpschool.net At the top, click on “Our Staff” then find my name: Noemi Ellis
Agendas on sale in main lobby!!!
Write homework in assignment notebook

7. When you are absent...
Check bedfordfms.sharpschool.net Check on make up work as soon as you return.

8. Library
Library circulation is during English class once every two weeks.
This is a great time to find something that you enjoy to read!

9. Library Incentives Accelerated Reader- AR points Library awards
Virginia Readers’ Choice-
6th grade = 6 books
Special field trip at the end of the year.

10. End of Nine Weeks Assessment
At the end of each nine weeks we will participate in a Reading Assessment covering the skills learned within that nine weeks to prepare for the Reading SOL in May.

11. Advanced Classes
Same SOL’s covered using differentiated instruction, and different reading selections.
BONUS: As part of the Advanced Curriculum you will participate in a few writing contests such as the Young Author’s Contest and the Daughters of the American Revolution Contest.
Laying the Foundation

12. Thank you! Thank you for coming today!
I am excited to be your teacher and I know we will have a great, successful year in English class!

13. Welcome!!!

14. Lancelot Team Mrs. Mills- Science Mrs. Ellis- English
Ms. Roberson- History
Mr. Clark- Math

15. Homebase INFORMATION
During Homebase, students will turn in any notes they have for early dismissals or transportation changes.
Students may also turn in doctor’s notes or absentee notes.
This time period is great for finishing assignments, seeking help from teachers,, or reading.
Tuesday folders- Please sign and return as soon as possible.

16. Schedule Homebase 8:50-8:55 1st 8:58-9:43 2nd 9:46-10:31
3rd 10:34-11:38
4th 11:41-1:21
Lunch 11:45-12:10
5th 1:24- 2:28
6th 2:31-3:35

17. Fun Friday Every other Friday, students will have “Fun Friday.”
If a student owes work, he or she will have study hall to help them complete their assignments.

18. FMS Points
FMS is starting a new system this year. It is a school wide system in which students may earn points for good behavior.
This system will begin in September.
More information will be coming soon.

19. Discipline Procedure FMS has moved to a School Wide Discipline Policy.
Most offences will be punished with a Silent Lunch.
After 3 Silent Lunches, a student will serve an after school detention from 3:35-4:45 on Thursday afternoon.

20. Questions??? Have a great year!!!!!!