288 West Santa Monica Avenue, Dededo, Guam 96929

Phone: (671) 632-5647

Accredited for six years by WASC and an active member of Learning School Alliance
Website: http://www.gdoe.net/vsabms
Email: vsabms@gdoe.net
Jon J. P. Fernandez Patrick Flores Egrubay
Superintendent of Education Principal

READING SYLLABUS 2018-2019

Ms. Anibelle Libranda
aglibranda@gdoe.net
BMS Room 52

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) Reading class will follow the general education Common Core Curriculum with
modifications and accommodations as needed. This course covers reading and comprehending grade level appropriate
materials with emphasis on the following units or themes: Fiction, Non-Fiction, Poetry, and Drama. Learning activities will
include creative projects, skits, and games to enhance student learning.

COURSE OBJECTIVES and SKILLS:

 To increase reading skills in the areas of decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
 To improve their English language proficiency in writing, reading, listening, and speaking.
 To teach the Common Core Priority Standards for each grade level as indicated below:

1 st Quarter: Elements of Fiction (RL.6.3, RL7.3, RL8.3) Cite Textual Evidence (R.L 6.1, RL 7.1, RL 8.1)
2 nd Quarter: Author’s Purpose (RI 6.6, RL7.6, RL8.6) and Author’s Point of View (RI 6.6, RI 7.6, RI 8.6)
3 rd Quarter: Figurative Language (RL 6.4, RL7.4, RL 8.4) Inferences (RL 6.1, RL 7.1, RL 8.1)
4 th Quarter: Literary Techniques (RL 6.3, RL 7.3, RL 8.3) Compare/Contrast Texts (RL 6.9, RL 7.9, RL 8.9)

STUDENT MATERIALS:
Please provide your child with the following school supplies as soon as possible:
1 or more pencils and eraser
1 package of loose leaf paper
1 black and/or blue pen
1 red pen

NOTE: Please ensure that your child has these supplies throughout the school year.

_________________________________________________________________________________________
Eric Dela Cruz Ruth Cuenco Maria Milan Deanna Fernandez
6th Grade Administrator 7th Grade Administrator 8th Grade Administrator Administrative Officer
(Acting) (Acting)

Vision: Students will have excellent character, lifelong desire for learning, ingenuity and perseverance to solve personal and global problems,
and passion to serve their community.
Mission: Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and progressive learning environment that enables our students to achieve at the highest levels
and empowers them to be innovative and productive as they face the challenges of the future.
 288 West Santa Monica Avenue, Dededo, Guam 96929
Phone: (671) 632-5647
Accredited for six years by WASC and an active member of Learning School Alliance
Website: http://www.gdoe.net/vsabms
Email: vsabms@gdoe.net
Jon J. P. Fernandez Patrick Flores Egrubay
Superintendent of Education Principal

READING MATERIALS: Reading materials and textbooks will be provided by the teacher.
Information and assignments will be modified to meet your child’s unique needs. Modifications and accommodations
include:

 extra time
 more clues
 visuals
 multiple choice, true/false, work bank, open notes/book tests
 simplified instructions and assignments/tasks
 daily review and drill

The following Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) apply to all students. This year as a team we will focus on
BEHAVE APPRORIATELY and SUCCEED ACADEMICALLY. Specific lessons to address this SLO will be presented
during the Character Education Class.

Students Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

 Value their Community
 Succeed Academically
 Adapt to Changing Times
 Behave Appropriately
 Make Positive Choices
 Strive for a better Tomorrow

CLASS RULES:
 Use kind words and kind body language.
 Be on time.
 Keep your body and things to yourself.
 Listen to and follow directions quickly.
 Use English only, unless the teacher asks for help.

_________________________________________________________________________________________
Eric Dela Cruz Ruth Cuenco Maria Milan Deanna Fernandez
6th Grade Administrator 7th Grade Administrator 8th Grade Administrator Administrative Officer
(Acting) (Acting)

Vision: Students will have excellent character, lifelong desire for learning, ingenuity and perseverance to solve personal and global problems,
and passion to serve their community.
Mission: Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and progressive learning environment that enables our students to achieve at the highest levels
and empowers them to be innovative and productive as they face the challenges of the future.
 288 West Santa Monica Avenue, Dededo, Guam 96929
Phone: (671) 632-5647
Accredited for six years by WASC and an active member of Learning School Alliance
Website: http://www.gdoe.net/vsabms
Email: vsabms@gdoe.net
Jon J. P. Fernandez Patrick Flores Egrubay
Superintendent of Education Principal

CITIZENSHIP RUBRIC:

Excellent Student is Respectful, Responsible, Safe

(E) Completes all assignments
Listens and demonstrates understanding of daily tasks
Comes to class on time
Satisfactory Student is usually respectful, responsible, safe
(S) Has completed most assignments
Usually listens and demonstrates understanding of daily tasks
Usually comes to class on time
Needs Is often disrespectful, irresponsible, or unsafe
improvement Often fails to turn in assignments
(N) Often fails to listen and does not demonstrate understanding of daily tasks
Frequently tardy to class
Unsatisfactory Is disrespectful, irresponsible, or unsafe
(U) Fails to turn in assignments
Does not listen or demonstrate understanding of daily tasks
Frequently misses class.

GRADES:
Parents make check their child’s grade through PowerSchool. All assignments will be considered to have equal value and
will be graded on a percentage basis. All grades will be averaged together for a final grade, according to the following
scale:

A 100-90
B 89-80
C 79-70
D 69-60
F 59 AND BELOW
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Eric Dela Cruz Ruth Cuenco Maria Milan Deanna Fernandez
6th Grade Administrator 7th Grade Administrator 8th Grade Administrator Administrative Officer
(Acting) (Acting)

Vision: Students will have excellent character, lifelong desire for learning, ingenuity and perseverance to solve personal and global problems,
and passion to serve their community.
Mission: Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and progressive learning environment that enables our students to achieve at the highest levels
and empowers them to be innovative and productive as they face the challenges of the future.
 288 West Santa Monica Avenue, Dededo, Guam 96929
Phone: (671) 632-5647
Accredited for six years by WASC and an active member of Learning School Alliance
Website: http://www.gdoe.net/vsabms
Email: vsabms@gdoe.net
Jon J. P. Fernandez Patrick Flores Egrubay
Superintendent of Education Principal

GRADE WEIGHTS:
Daily work = 30%
Tests = 25%
Quizzes = 20%
Projects = 15%
Homework = 10%

HOMEWORK POLICY:
Please ensure your child submits homework upon its due date.
Late homework will always have a 50% grade.

MAKE-UP WORK/TUTORING HOURS

When can students finish work or get tutored?
*Please have a pass and check with Ms. Libranda’s schedule before coming in.*
3rd period
4th period
8th period
10th period

ABSENCES:
Any absence requires an excuse note from a parent/guardian to be given to the Home Room teacher. Please consider the
following guidelines:

Two or less consecutive absences need a parent note, to be presented to the Home Room teacher for an admit slip.
Three or more consecutive absences require a doctor’s note.
Off-island absences are obtained at the main office.
Death in the Family pre-arranged absences - Inquire at main office
*Failure to abide by the guidelines may result to a referral to Truancy Office

_________________________________________________________________________________________
Eric Dela Cruz Ruth Cuenco Maria Milan Deanna Fernandez
6th Grade Administrator 7th Grade Administrator 8th Grade Administrator Administrative Officer
(Acting) (Acting)

Vision: Students will have excellent character, lifelong desire for learning, ingenuity and perseverance to solve personal and global problems,
and passion to serve their community.
Mission: Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and progressive learning environment that enables our students to achieve at the highest levels
and empowers them to be innovative and productive as they face the challenges of the future.
 288 West Santa Monica Avenue, Dededo, Guam 96929
Phone: (671) 632-5647
Accredited for six years by WASC and an active member of Learning School Alliance
Website: http://www.gdoe.net/vsabms
Email: vsabms@gdoe.net
Jon J. P. Fernandez Patrick Flores Egrubay
Superintendent of Education Principal

PARENTAL EXPECTATIONS: To work together as a team to assist your child, it is expected that parents will try to do the
following:
1. Update home address, phone numbers, and emergency contact information.
2. Sign and return progress reports.
3. Attend both Parent-Teacher conferences (October and March).
4. Ensure your child has a clean uniform and adequate sleep.

CONCERNS:
Thank you for this opportunity to serve you and your child this school year. If you have any concerns or questions, or you
wish to meet with me, you may send a note with your child, or call the school at 632-5647, ext.
6433. If you are not able to reach me, you may also email me at aglibranda@gdoe.net.

*By signing below, you are acknowledging your commitment and involvement to the above. Please provide an
updated contact number(s) and email address below. Please return this portion to the school.

CUT HERE AND RETURN THE LOWER PORTION TO SCHOOL

I have read and understood what is expected of me and what I can expect from this reading class.
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Student’s name (print and signature) Date
__________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature Date
Contact number(s): ___________________________________
Email: ____________________________
Medical Concern(s) regarding your child, (i.e. food allergies, medications, etc. Please be specific):
______________________________________________________________________

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Ms. Anibelle Libranda Ms. Ruth Cuenco
ESL Reading Teacher Asst. Principal (Acting)

_________________________________________________________________________________________
Eric Dela Cruz Ruth Cuenco Maria Milan Deanna Fernandez
6th Grade Administrator 7th Grade Administrator 8th Grade Administrator Administrative Officer
(Acting) (Acting)

Vision: Students will have excellent character, lifelong desire for learning, ingenuity and perseverance to solve personal and global problems,
and passion to serve their community.
Mission: Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and progressive learning environment that enables our students to achieve at the highest levels
and empowers them to be innovative and productive as they face the challenges of the future.