colleentorres@wpcsd.k12.ny.us
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.
• Planner – please bring it and USE IT!
• Independent Reading Book (IRB) – Based on their
LEXILE level
• Read 180 folder
• rBook
• Post-its
We Believe:
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reading is the most powerful tool for
learning
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active readers are better readers
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you learn to read by reading
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you learn to write by writing
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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
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• Writing Work – paragraphs and essays
• Test preparation packets
Reading
Sixth
Grade
ELA
Writing
Word
Work &
Grammar
How Parents Can Help
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Check the planner
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Check the monthly calendar
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Check supplies
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Ask questions about READ 180
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Check the Independent Reading Book
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Encourage your child to take advantage
of the Homework Center
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Check the quality of their work
How Parents Can Help
Grading Policy
Whole Group Assignments
35%
Independent Reading Assignments
30%
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Software Zone
30%
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Homework
5%
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Wrap-Up Test, rSkills test, Writing, Quizzes
Reading Logs, QuickWrites, Graphic Organizers,
Reading Quizzes
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
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TBA
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Teachers from the district
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Computers & reference materials
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4:15 bus
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See me during their lunch or after school
In School Resources
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Ms. Rivera, guidance counselor
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Ms. Persampieri, team leader
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Mr. Dixon, assistant principal
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Mr. Cloherty, principal
Contact Information
(914) 422-2223
colleentorres@wpcsd.k12.ny.us
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.