Teachers:
Sandra Light (270) 746-2290 ext. 2167
R. Joy Luna (270) 746-2290 ext. 2149
Ashley Whittle (270) 746-2290 ext. 2150
Vision Statement:
Bowling Green Junior High School community believes that students can reach their educational potential in a safe and supportive environment. All will advance in becoming lifelong learners and discover the pride of learning through creative and challenging opportunities. All will achieve in a manner that will positively influence the quality of life for themselves and others.
Mission Statement:
At BGJHS, all students are empowered to become respectful and responsible 21st century learners and leaders.
Course Description:
The purpose of 6th grade English is to acclimate students to the three modes of writing. Students will learn how to develop entertaining narratives, thought provoking informational essays, and argumentative pieces with clear rebuttals through modeled experiences as well as the writing process. Students will also begin citing textual evidence in their writing this year using the Point-Quote-Analyze format. A key part to a well-developed writing piece is grammar. Students will have mini-lessons about each part of speech. As per Kentucky 6th grade English Language Arts standards, pronouns usage will be a grammar focus during this school year. All classes will also have weekly vocabulary words to enhance their current terminology .
Kentucky Content Standards for English Language Arts:
Language:
L. 6.1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
L. 6.2 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
L.6.3 Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.
L. 6. 4 Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade 6 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.
L. 6.5 Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
L.6.6 Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.
Writing:
W.6.1 Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
W.6.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.
W.6.3 Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.
W.6.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
W.6.5 With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach.
W.6.6 Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and collaborate with others; demonstrate sufficient command of keyboarding skills to type a minimum of three pages in a single setting.
W.6.7 Conduct short research projects to answer a question, drawing on several sources and refocusing the inquiry when appropriate.
W.6.8 Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources; assess the credibility of each source; and quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding plagiarism and providing basic bibliographic information for sources.
W.6.10 Write routinely over extended time frames and shorter time frames for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Speaking and Listening:
SL6.2 Interpret information presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how it contributes to a topic, text, or issue under study.
SL6.3 Delineate a speaker’s argument and specific claims, distinguishing claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not.
SL.6.4 Present claims and findings, sequencing ideas logically and using pertinent descriptions, facts, and details to accentuate main ideas or themes; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.
SL.6.5 Include multimedia components (e.g., graphics, images, music, sound) and visual displays in presentations to clarify information.
SL.6.6 Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
Classroom Supplies:
v one 1” 3 ringer binder
o Students may combine their reading and English binders with the use of a divider
v composition notebook
v loose leaf paper
v pencils
v erasers
v highlighters, markers, and index cards will also be utilized throughout the year
Grading:
Grades will consist of engagement activities (extra practice, homework, in-class activities); quizzes (content as well as vocabulary); projects (writing pieces); and tests. Parents and students may check grades online through Parent Portal at any time to monitor student success.
Quarter Topics:
1st Quarter (August 6-October 2):
v Grammar
o Nouns, Pronouns, Adjectives, Sentence Types
v Writing
o Narratives, Figurative Language
v Vocabulary
o Greek/Latin Root Words: “ped”, “man/manu”, “spec”, “dict”, “ject”, and “sect”
2nd Quarter (October 14-December 20):
v Grammar
o Pronouns
v Writing
o Research Report, Expository Writing
v Vocabulary
o Greek/Latin Root Words: “port”, “miss/mit”, “graph”, “scrib/script”, “cred”, and “jur/jus/jud”
3rd Quarter (January 6-March 12):
v Grammar
o Complete sentences, Sentence structures, Coordinating conjunctions
v Writing
o Argumentative pieces with clear rebuttals
v Vocabulary
o Greek/Latin Root Words: “ben/bene/bon”, “mal/male”, “bio”, “vit/viv”, and “flect/flex”
Technology in the Classroom:
With the current implementation of BYOD, I will be utilizing Edmodo and Remind 101’s services in my classroom this year.
Edmodo provides teachers and students a secure place to connect and collaborate, share content and educational applications, and access homework, grades, class discussions and notifications. Our goal is to help educators harness the power of social media to customize the classroom for each and every learner. Each student will receive a code for his/her specific class period: qn9ach
Remind 101 is a text messaging service that allows me to communicate important information and reminders safely with students and parents. Please note the following:
-The number (573) 535-5512 is NOT my personal cell phone number
-Students can NOT respond to the texts I send through Remind101
-Phone numbers are private and secure. Participating numbers are not seen by teachers, students, parents, etc.
-Standard text message rates DO apply
-You must join to receive the text reminders
-It is helpful to save the number (573) 535-5512 as a contact to eliminate confusion between multiple teachers using Remind101
You do NOT have to have an iPhone to receive messages. Any phone with text messaging capabilities will work. If you would like to join and receive this very convenient way to communicate, please text @whittle3 to (573) 535-5512. This code is class period specific. It is very important that you use @whittle3 to ensure the most relevant and appropriate messages are sent to you.