ms. cole [email protected] ( 323) 905-4692
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Ms. Cole [email protected] ( 323) 905-4692. 6 th Grade English and History. Experience. I’ve wanted to teach since I was 5yrs old! I’ve taught elementary, middle and high school! I taught in Detroit before joining VPPMS! - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
EXPERIENCE I’ve wanted to teach since I was 5yrs old! I’ve taught elementary, middle and high
school! I taught in Detroit before joining VPPMS! I’ve worked for Teach for America and The
New Teacher Project as a teacher evaluator and trainer!
PHILOSOPHY I believe that every child can learn and
every student has the ability to excel behaviorally and academically!
I believe that a peaceful, comfortable, well-managed classroom creates an optimal learning environment!
I believe that organization, critical thinking, and effective communication are among the skills necessary for success in college and beyond!
6TH GRADE ENGLISH 6th grade English content includes analysis of
poetry, informational text, and fictional novels
Students will engage in rigorous vocabulary instruction, publish multiple writing pieces, and participate in class discussions and projects
The English content will also enable students to raise their reading comprehension and fluency levels
6TH GRADE WORLD HISTORY 6th grade history content covers early man
through the rise of the Roman Empire! This includes the history behind Judaism,
Buddhism, Greek mythology and Christianity! The history course will also include research
techniques, Socratic Seminar and current events!
Students will take part in projects, debates, and interactive lessons!
CLASSROOM SYSTEMS! 10,000 Page Challenge! Homework Calendar (WIDAW) Early Finishers Intervention Classroom Points Opportunity Tickets Tutoring
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS Students are expected to keep a notebook for daily
Do Nows. Students need 6 labeled dividers to keep all
classwork Students will work in groups throughout the school
year and are expected to work cooperatively Students will be graded on participation, homework
completion, classwork completion, and assessments.
Grading policy: Tests and Quizzes – 35% Homework – 30% Classwork (Includes participation) – 30% Journal and Binder Checks – 5%
HOW CAN YOU HELP?! Give feedback!
Have a great idea? Share it! Donate Time!
Assist with group projects Lead Intervention groups Read with students Present to class
Donate Supplies! Pencils, colored pens, markers, colored pencils Additional art supplies Tissue Chapter books (all levels)
QUESTIONS? COMMENTS?