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    Mrs. Ellen Brandt 6th Grade ELA

     Starting Sixth Grade

    Our second module focuses on: 

    Traits and characteristics of survivors who face challenges and thrive.

     

    In sixth grade, students are expected to behave according to our rules, which are posted on the wall. Together, the students and I discussed and wrote our classroom rules based on the simple premise of respect.  The students then signed a contract which I have posted on the wall. This is a classroom tool to which I refer frequently. If a student must be spoken to on a regular basis, I will contact their parents or guardian.

     

    Homework is given on a regular basis in 6th grade. In addition to what is assigned, students are expected to read for at least 20 minutes each night, and to log in their “reading logs.” Homework is graded and counted as part of their overall grade. It is usually due the next day, unless otherwise instructed.  

     

    The district has a grading policy to which I will adhere.  I grade work using either the check system (rubric posted on the wall) or using points. Some assignments are valued at a higher point value than others.

     

    Tests – 25% 

    Quizzes – 20% 

    Classwork – 20% 

    Authentic Assessment – 25% 

    Homework – 10%

     

     Sixth grade students will explore the topics Surviving the Unthinkable and Never Give Up to determine what it means to survive. The students will read accounts of survival from different points in history, poetry, short stories, and graphic novels to understand how people overcome challenges. Using the various genres, students will analyze characters’           perspectives and points of view. They will also take a closer look at the impact of setting in terms of geography, historical time period, and culture to understand characters' motives and decisions. Students will learn that focus and dedication, surpassing limitations, and reflection, impact our ability to survive and overcome obstacles in life. At the end of the module, the students will be challenged to reflect on the readings to explain what traits led the various characters they have read about to survival and why these traits were significant.

     

     

    Students are not members of my Google Classrooms and WILL have to join.

    They will be able to do this from their Chrome books in school. 

    I can be reached via Class DoJo or email. My email address is brandtel@orange.k12.nj.us

    NEWSELA

    CLEVER - I-Ready 

    Students are responsible for 4 lessons and they must achieve 75% or better