Teacher: Lusila Plezia
6th Grade Advanced ELAR/Reading
United South Middle School - Room: 17
Email: lusicr77@uisd.net
Tel. (956) 473-7700 Ext. 7739
Conference Time: 10:10 AM-11:05 AM
Course Description:
In Advanced ELAR and Reading, students demonstrate knowledge of composing essays using correct grammar and mechanics as well as being able to read and analyze written prose.
Supplies:
First Semester:
2 Composition Book (100 Sheets)
Pencil and Pen
2nd Semester:
1 Composition Notebook (100 Sheets)
Pencils and Pens
Grades:
Grades will be given at the end of the six weeks according to school policy. Progress reports will be issued during the third week of the six weeks. Students will be graded in different ways: daily grades and tests. Percentages are as follow:
Daily Grades (Class work): 50%
Tests: 50%
Class Assignments/Homework:
It is the student’s responsibility to ask for, to complete and to turn in work for excused absences. All students are required to participate with choral reading, writing assignments, reading assignments, and group projects.
Students will have a book report project that they are responsible for every six weeks.
Classroom Procedures:
Enter the classroom: Quietly, walk to your assigned seat, and start on classwork.
Restroom: Permission may be obtained during student work time to go to the restroom (not during instruction or the first/last 15 minutes of class).
Dress Code: Must follow school policy.
Technology: Must follow school policy.
Follow Instructions: Listen to directions, read assignments, and ask questions.
Teacher dismisses students: You will be dismissed by the teacher, not the bell. Wait silently to be dismissed.
Classroom Rules:
1. Computers will only be used when directed by the teacher. Students that do not abide will face consequences and may lose computer privileges. Parent notifications will be made.
2. Food or Drinks are NOT allowed in the classroom.
3.File Swapping, downloading any type of file, and playing music/videos on the computers is prohibited.
4. Students are not allowed to change any computer settings (Student computers are always monitored by teacher).
5. Playing games will NOT be tolerated at any time in class.
Classroom Expectations:ROAR
Be Respectful: Use appropriate language. Be respectful and wait for your turn.
Be Orderly: Follow directions. Keep hands, feet and objects to yourselfA.
Be Accountable: Be ready to learn. Always have required materials.
Be Responsible: Be on time. Complete all assignments.
Positive Behavior Supports:
1- Verbal and written praise
2- Positive call, note, e-mail to parent or legal guardian
3- Participation in school wide events (extracurricular activities, pep rallies, dances)
Behavior Interventions:
1- Reteach Expectations & Procedures
2- Teacher/ Student Conference
3- Parent/Guardian Conference
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