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Welcome to Mrs. Watkins' Language Arts Class - 2014-2015

I’m Mrs. Watkins, a passionate educator since 2004, dedicated to inspiring young minds. I have two amazing children, Cole in 4th grade and Ella in 2nd grade, who keep me busy! My qualifications include a Bachelor's in Political Science and a Master's in Elementary Education. I strive to create an engaging learning environment with a focus on language arts through daily reviews, interactive practices, and novel studies. For updates on assignments, please check my website or enroll in Remind101 for reminders. Together, we can make this school year successful!

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Welcome to Mrs. Watkins' Language Arts Class - 2014-2015

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  1. MRS. WATKINS’ LANGUAGE ARTS CLASS 2014 - 2015

  2. ABOUT ME! I have two wonderful children that attend Farmington Elementary School. Cole is in the 4th grade and Ella is in the 2nd grade. They keep us very busy! I have been working in the education field since 2004. Prior to that, I worked in the child support and social work fields. Obviously, I love working with children! 

  3. EDUCATION / HIGHLY QUALIFIED Bachelor of Arts in Political Science; Minor in English: University of TN Martin in 2000 Master of Arts in Elementary Education: University of Memphis in 2004 Master’s +45/Endorsement in Administration & Supervision: 2010 HIGHLY QUALIFIED/ENDORSED: Language Arts 7-12 History 7-12 All subjects K-6

  4. 6th grade discipline • E = 0-1 Conduct MarksConsequences: • S = 2-4 Conduct Marks Verbal Warning • N = 5-6 Conduct Marks Conduct Mark • U = 7+ Conduct Marks Conduct Mark + Parent Notification Conduct Mark + Parent Notification Conduct Mark + Detention Conduct Mark + Parent Conference Conduct Mark + Office Referral *Severe behavior results in immediate referral to the office (ie: physical confrontations)

  5. GRADING Categories- everything is out of 100% • 50% Tests, projects, & essays • 40% Daily, quizzes • 10% Homework

  6. Keep updated! Visit my website to keep up with assignments, announcements, wish list, handouts, etc… Check daily – things do change from day to day sometimes!http://www.gmsdk12.org/WatkinsCourtney.aspx

  7. Remind 101 - Standard Enroll in Remind 101 to received e-mail or text message reminders. To receive messages via text, text @3dc0c to (918) 803-4877. You can opt-out of messages at anytime by replying, 'unsubscribe @3dc0c'.

  8. Remind 101 - Enriched Enroll in Remind 101 to received e-mail or text message reminders. To receive messages via text, text @17b83 to (918) 803-4877. You can opt-out of messages at anytime by replying, 'unsubscribe @17b83'.

  9. A DAY IN LANGUAGE ARTS *DAILY TCAP REVIEW (New question everyday) DAILY GRAMMAR PRACTICE (DGP): Monday – Thursday / LATIN ROOT WORDS: Friday (Each day is worth 20 points.) *INTERACTIVE READING / GRAMMAR NOTEBOOK (BLACK COMPOSITION NOTEBOOK, SCISSORS, GLUE) This will help students keep literary & grammar terms straight.) *NOVEL STUDIES – identify literary elements in each story

  10. E-READERS (Nook, Kindle) • Students may use an electronic reader (Kindle, Nook, etc..) for specific LA novel studies if they agree to the following rules: • E-readers are only used for books assigned in LA class. • Internet and games will not be accessed during school. • HMS is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items. • E-readers may not be loaned to other students.

  11. WISH LIST *LYSOL WIPES *SEAT SACKS ($15 at Wal-Mart) OR WAL-MART GIFT CARDS *COPY PAPER *PRIZES FOR GOOD BEHAVIOR

  12. QUESTIONS? E-mail: Courtney.Watkins@gmsdk12.org HMS NUMBER: 756-2366

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