1. Welcome to Mrs. Watson 6th Grade Language Arts Class

2. One Hundred Years From Now
It will not matter
What kind of car I drove,
What kind of house I lived in,
How much money was in my bank account
Nor what my clothes looked like.
But the world may be a better place because
I was important in the life of a child.
-excerpt from “Within My Power” by Forest Witcraft

3. Language Arts Curriculum Our Literature Program Includes:
Houghton-Mifflin Theme- Based Guided Reading and Writing program
Core novels and Anthology selections  reflect our four themes for the year:
Courage
Growing Up
Ancient Civilizations
Doers and Dreamers
Core Novels for 6th grade
Jaguar by Roland Smith
Bud Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis
*Other additional novels may be used throughout the year

4. Reading
Students will be using a variety of reading resources this year. Some of the materials include:
Reading & Comprehension:
Houghton Mifflin Reading Series Anthology
Houghton Mifflin Reading Series Leveled Readers
Houghton Mifflin Reading Series Practice Books Vol. 1&2
Independent Reading (SSR)
Students are expected to have a chapter book with them each day for independent reading time in class.
Reading Logs/Snapshot

5. Writing Program Write Source- Skills Book, Text Book, and Daily Edits
Write Source Textbook- A reference guide to writing and grammar skills.
Write Source Skills Book- A workbook for grammar, editing, and proofreading practice
Students will be required to write 3 formal writing pieces in 6th grade:
Persuasive Essay
Narrative
Informational Writing Piece (including research papers) 
Research paper- Students will be taught how to effectively research and produce a thorough paper

6. Language Arts
Throughout the year students will engage in a variety of creative writing exercises and assignments, including poetry and various writing skills like writing memos, speeches, and instructions, for example.
Students will also have opportunities to practice public speaking skills in class in order to build confidence in speaking confidently and effectively in front of a group.
GOOGLE DRIVE/GOOGLE CLASSROOM

7. Language Arts Grading Policy
Assessments
Literature packets
Tests, quizzes, projects
Writing assignments
80% -
Tests
quizzes
long term assignments (research papers, book reports)
20% -
Classwork
Homework
Short term assignments

8. Classroom Rules and Expectations
As a student in my class, you will be expected to:
1) Respect yourself, others, and property.
2) Always be prepared and on time.
3) Use appropriate voice volume and language.
4) Follow directions.

9. Discipline Policy
Strike One:  Verbal que. Disruptions during learning will not be tolerated.  
Strike Two: A phone call to your home to discuss the situation with your parents/guardians.
Strike Three: phone call home and in-school detention.                       
Strike Four or Severe Disruptions: Student immediately sent to the office.
PRIVILEGES/CONSEQUENCES

10. Daily Routine Record Homework in Assignment book
Review the Agenda for the day
Message of the Day/ Independent Reading
Lesson (s) for the day
(small groups/partners/whole group)
Per.1/2: break in between classes
Per. 3/5: split
Per. 6/7: Watson (focus on reading) Maholick (focus on writing)

11. Contact/Communication
is the preferred method of contact.
Tina Watson
Karen Maholick
Haverford Middle School (610)
Maholick: xt Watson: xt. 5237
Be sure to check our websites for daily homework and long-term assignments.