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Expectations for Students
All students will
• Come to class on time with materials, homework, and current work.
• Follow classroom routines and rules.
• Complete class work and homework on time.
• Respect classmates and teacher.
• Work to the best of his/her abilities.
Materials• Planner – please bring it and USE IT!• Independent Reading Book (IRB) – Based on their
LEXILE level• Read 180 folder• rBook • Post-its
We Believe: reading is the most powerful tool for learning
active readers are better readers
you learn to read by reading
you learn to write by writing
you learn to communicate & use language effectively by talking
about your reading and writing with others
What is a Lexile Measure?
•A Lexile measure is a valuable piece of information about either an individual's reading ability or the difficulty of a text, a book or magazine article.
•The Lexile measure is shown as a number with an "L" after it . For example, 880L is 880 Lexile.
Homework May Include
• Reading – 30 minutes + reading log • • Writing Work – paragraphs and
essays
• Test preparation packets
Reading
Writing
Sixth Grade ELA
Word Work & Gramm
ar
How Parents Can Help Check the planner
Check the monthly calendar
Check supplies
Ask questions about READ 180
Check the Independent Reading Book
Encourage your child to take advantage of the Homework Center
Check the quality of their work
How Parents Can Help
Grading Policy
Whole Group Assignments35%• Wrap-Up Test, rSkills test, Writing, Quizzes
Independent Reading Assignments 30%• Reading Logs, QuickWrites, Graphic Organizers,
Reading Quizzes
Software Zone 30%
Homework5%
Online Tutoring
A free service through www.tutor.com
Professional tutors are available seven days a week
from 2 P.M. – 11 P.M.
Log on to http://www.wppl.lib.ny.us/
Click on:
Have your White Plains Library card ready!
No limit/No Charge
Computers Are Available!• Homework Center
• The White Plains Public Library• White Plains Housing Authority – Lake Street – Dekalb Ave– Slater Center
• White Plains Youth Center Program - after school programs
• Centro Hispano• The Youth Bureau
Trips & Special Activities
Extra Help
Homework Help Center
TBA
Teachers from the district
Computers & reference materials
4:15 bus
See me during their lunch or after school
In School Resources
Ms. Rivera, guidance counselor
Ms. Persampieri, team leader
Mr. Dixon, assistant principal
Mr. Cloherty, principal
Contact Information(914) 422-2223
http://www.wpcsd.k12.ny.us/
• Go to the district homepage
click on select a school
click WPMS – Eastview Campus
click on staff webpages
click on Torres, Mrs.