6th Grade Language Arts

Miss L.Bayonito
ldbayonito@gdoe.net
300-2610 ext. 2669

Astumbo Middle School

SY2015-2016
Greetings Parents/Guardians and Students:

Welcome to 6th grade Language Arts! I am Miss Lynes Bayonito, and I will be your Language Arts teacher for School
Year 2015-2016. I am excited to begin this school year with you at Astumbo Middle School, and it is very important to
me that we begin the year on the right note. Please keep this syllabus in your binder for future reference .

I welcome all questions and comments regarding your childs progress in the class, the material that he or she
is learning, and anything else that may be of concern to you as a parent/guardian. Heres to a wonderful
school year, Dragons!
COURSE OBJECTIVES: The content to be learned in this class is based on the Guam District Level Curriculum Map
for 6th grade Language Arts, which is aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). We will be exploring
grammar usage and mechanics, acquiring new vocabulary, and learning the basics in essay writing, research, and speech.
COURSE OUTLINE:

1st Quarter

CCSS 6.W.3.a-e: Narrative Writing

CCSS 6.L.2.a-b: Punctuation and Spelling
CCSS 6.L.4: Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
3rd Quarter

CCSS 6.W.7: Research Writing

CCSS 6.RL.7: Integrating Information
CCSS 6.RL.5: Citations

2nd Quarter

CCSS 6.W.2 Informative Writing

CCSS 6.L.4.b: Greek Word Parts
CCSS 6.1.L.a-e: Pronouns

4th Quarter
CCSS 6.W.1.a-e: Argumentative
Writing/Persuasion

ASSESSMENT: The grades each quarter will be based on performance in my class on Individual Work, Tests, Quizzes,
Journal/Planner/Agenda Checks, and Projects, as well as Class Participation and Citizenship. Here is how assignments
will be broken down:
Grading Criteria
Seatwork/Homework20%
Project(s)/Presentation(s) ....25%
Tests...25%
Quizzes...20%
Planner/Binder Checks.......5%
Class Participation....5%
Total.......100%

Grading System
100% - 90%:
89% - 80%:
79% - 70%:
69% - 60%:
59% - 0%:

A
B
C
D
F

6th Grade Language Arts

Miss L.Bayonito
ldbayonito@gdoe.net
300-2610 ext. 2669

Astumbo Middle School

SY2015-2016

REQUIRED MATERIALS: Please be responsible for your belongings and replenish materials when necessary. They
are essential for academic success in class. Items such as colored pencils, scissors, glue, etc. will be required at a later date
for projects. However, the following materials will be required daily:

3-ring binder
College-ruled paper
2 black/blue pens
2 red pens

5 binder divider tabs

400 index cards
Pocket Dictionary and Thesaurus

LATE ASSIGNMENTS, ABSENCES, TARDIES & MAKEUP WORK: Students are expected to turn in all
assignments on time. Points will be deducted for late work. If you were in class and failed to finish your work, it
automatically becomes homework and you must turn in your assignment at our next class meeting. Late assignments
will not be accepted after two weeks of the deadline. If you are absent on the day of a quiz, test, or the day an
assignment is due, you are expected to take the test the day you return, as well as turn in your work the day you get back
to class. Full credit for assignments will only be given if your absence is excused with proper documentation . Coming

into class 12 minutes after the start of class is considered tardy.

It is the students responsibility to ask for makeup work from the teacher or from classmates . This is why it is
important to keep classmates contact information in your Student Planner. One day of absence equals one day to
complete makeup work without penalties. If you were out for two days, you have two days to makeup work, and so on.
Stay organized and try not to fall behind on assignments because your grade may suffer. Please dont be afraid to ask for
help!
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS: Each student is expected to be an active member of the classroom community by
coming to class prepared, as well as participating in class discussions, and taking an active role in their education by
asking questions so that I may be able to help them to the best of my ability.
CLASS RULES:

1. Respect everyone.
2. Be responsible, prepared, and ready to learn.
3. Come to class with a positive attitude.
4. Follow all school rules.
DISCIPLINE POLICY: All of my students are expected to follow Astumbo Middle Schools three school-wide rules:
Be Respectful, Be Responsible, & Be Safe, as well as all the rules set forth in the Student Handbook. In terms of
disciplinary actions, I enforce a three-strike rule for minor offenses, such as classroom disruption, or not staying on task.
Students who reach the 4th Offense will be referred to the school administrator in charge of discipline. Students who
commit major offenses will immediately be referred to school administration. Please see student handbook for all other
offenses and related disciplinary actions
1st OFFENSE: Verbal Warning
2nd OFFENSE: Detention & Phone Call/Note Sent Home
3rd OFFENSE: Parent Conference
4th OFFENSE: Discipline Referral

PLEASE NOTE: The teacher reserves the right to make changes or adjustments to the syllabus at her discretion as needed.
Acknowledged By: ________________

Patrick F. Egrubay, Acting Principal

6th Grade Language Arts

Miss L.Bayonito
ldbayonito@gdoe.net
300-2610 ext. 2669

Astumbo Middle School

SY2015-2016

Student Information Sheet

Name:________________________________
Date of Birth: _________________

Nickname:____________________________________

Age:____

Home Phone:__________________

Home Address:_______________________________________________________________________
Email Address:________________________

Mobile Phone:___________________________

Student lives with: Mom Dad Grandma Grandpa Guardian

Mother/Guardian Information
Name:____________________________
Home Address:_______________________________________________________________________
Home Phone: _______________________ Mobile Phone:_________________________
Email Address:_______________________________________
Employers Name:________________________________ Work Phone:_____________________

Father/Guardian Information
Name:____________________________
Home Address:_______________________________________________________________________
Home Phone: _______________________ Mobile Phone:_________________________
Email Address:_______________________________________
Employers Name:________________________________ Work Phone:_____________________

In case of emergency, contact: ___________________________ Phone:____________________

Health concerns/Allergies:______________________________________________________________
Lastly, some movies/videos shown in class or for a field trip may be rated PG13. By signing below, you
acknowledge that you understand the rating and give permission to allow your child to watch films of this
rating. All films shown in class are for educational purposes and aligned to the lessons for the school year.

[ ] YES, I have read the syllabus and reviewed the rules and expectations with my child.
Parent/Guardian Signature:_______________________________________
Student Signature:_______________________________________________

*The information on this sheet will only be shared with school officials.*

6th Grade Language Arts

Miss L.Bayonito
ldbayonito@gdoe.net
300-2610 ext. 2669

Astumbo Middle School

SY2015-2016

Student Information Sheet

Please fill in your class schedule.

Period
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th

Subject
Homeroom

Instructor

Room#

Homebase/TeamTime

Parent-Teacher Contact Log

Date/Time

Spoke with

Concern

Notes