6th Grade HGM English Outcomes…..

Reading: Literature & Informational Text

Students will be able to:

  • *Analyze complex texts for theme, symbolism, tone, character & plot development, and author’s purpose.

  • *Evaluate multiple perspectives within a text and compare interpretations across genres, time periods, and cultures.
    *Cite strong textual evidence to support claims and original interpretations.

  • *Analyze structure and craft, including figurative language, irony, narrative perspective, argumentation, and rhetorical strategies.

  • Synthesize information from diverse texts (primary and secondary sources) to form new insights and arguments.

Identify bias, credibility, and historical context in informational texts, especially where interpretive judgment is required.

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Writing: Argumentative, Informative, and Narrative

Students will be able to:

  • Write logically structured, coherent, and well-developed essays that demonstrate critical reasoning and academic voice.

  • Incorporate credible research, citations, and counterarguments into a well-developed essay to support a claim.

  • Craft creative narratives using narrative techniques such as foreshadowing, strong characterization, and imagery.

  • Revise writing to improve precision, style, tone, and rhetorical effectiveness.

Demonstrate mastery of language conventions, including MLA citation and formal style.

Speaking & Listening

Students will be able to:

  • Participate in collaborative academic discussions that demonstrate active listening, questioning, and leadership.

  • Deliver persuasive presentations supported by evidence, multimedia, and clear reasoning.

Adapt communication style to audience and purpose, demonstrating elevated control of vocabulary and tone.

Language: Vocabulary, Grammar, and Usage

Students will be able to:

  • Use advanced vocabulary precisely in speaking and writing, including figurative and domain-specific language.

  • Demonstrate intentional grammar and sentence variety to enhance meaning and voice.

Edit for clarity, concision, and style, applying grammar not just as rules but as rhetorical tools.

Critical & Creative Thinking

Students will be able to:

  • Critique texts and ideas rather than simply comprehend them.

  • Generate original interpretations and creative solutions to open-ended prompts.

Apply metacognitive skills, reflecting on growth, strengths, and learning processes.

Research & Media Literacy

Students will be able to:

  • Conduct independent inquiry, evaluate sources for credibility, and integrate multimedia information.

Analyze media techniques, bias, and messaging, forming reasoned judgments about digital content.