Ms. Sermons 6th Grade Language Arts Syllabus
J.L. Newbern Middle School 2012-2013

Amanda Sermons                                            
as2416@nova.edu     
                                                                                              
Welcome to J.L. Newbern!
My name is Amanda Sermons and I will be your Language Arts teacher this year. Please read and sign this syllabus and include any questions so that I can be sure all information has been read and understood. I look forward to getting to know you and working together throughout the year!

Overview
6th grade Language Arts will focus on developing our skills as readers, writers, talkers, and critical thinkers. Each of our units is based on the Georgia Common Core Standards for Language Arts.
                           
Reading
Daily reading is the foundation of our 6th grade year. Students will read choice books along with whole-class novels, short stories, nonfiction, and poetry.

Grading and Evaluation
In 6th grade Language Arts we will use a standards-based approach to grading based on the Georgia Common Core Standards for Language Arts.

Standard Category    % of Total Grade
Reading Assignments   
30%

Writing Assignments   
30%
   
Language   
15%

Learning Activities   
25%

Required Materials•1 Blue Composition Book
•1 Blue Folder with Pockets (sturdy)
•1 packet notebook paper
•2 pencils or pens
•Student Planner