Back To School NightAshley Falls Sixth Grade

• Welcome

• Introductions

• Language Arts

• Math

• Social Studies

• Science

• Morning Meeting

• Homework & Communication

• Discipline

• Camp

Language Arts• Reader’s Workshop – focus on

specific skills in small group setting

• Novel Studies MAROO OF THE WINTER CAVES THE PHAROAH’S SECRET THE CAY

• Wordly Wise Each lesson takes 2 weeks Spelling test on words 1st week Fri. Test on vocabulary 2nd week Thurs.

• No Spelling book – Root Words instead – will be starting this in October (more info. to come)

Writing• Mini Lessons that focus on specific

writing styles and strategies.

• Choice of topic within a particular genre of writing.

• Writer’s Notebooks to collect ideas and experiment with work.

• Use of picture books to model particular aspects of writing.

• Students will type all of their pieces

Mathematics• Glencoe Mathematics• 6th grade math standards will drive

our instruction to ensure deep mathimatical understanding - setting the stage for long term success

• Instruction will not be sequential throughout the textbook and other resources will be used to differentiate so that individual needs are met.

• Cognitive Guided Instruction (CGI) will be incorporated into instruction to support analytical math reasoning skills

• Students will be placed in flexible groups based on needs and learning styles for each standard group. This will be determined by assessments and observation.

Social Studies

• Hunters & Gatherers

• Mesopotamia• Egypt• India• China• Greece• Rome

Skills for the 21st Century Learner

Science/Public Speaking/Geography

ScienceTaught by Mrs. Sheffield

- Energy & Material Resources, Heat - Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Plate Tectonics

Public SpeakingTaught by Mrs. Peddycord

- Debates, how to presentations, poem recitation…

GeographyTaught by Mrs. Davis

- Amazing Race simulation – students will travel the world.

- Students will have these rotations one at a time

Dress Code

•No knit caps – hats for sun protection only•No twins, triplets…dress alike – to prevent exclusion•Sunglasses are only to be worn if prescription or with a doctor’s note•Shoes must have a strap – should be closed toe on PE days•Undergarments may not be visible•Shorts, Skirts, Dresses should be an appropriate length – shirts should not be longer than shorts•If a student is dressed inappropriately they will need to call home or use the loaner clothes that are in the office.

Homework & Communication

Homework PolicyExpectations:• About 40 minutes

per/night Wordly Wise or Root

Word Math Typing practice At least 20 min. Nightly

independent reading

• Quality work• Send work & other

items to office

Communication • Wednesday Folders• Pick Up at Benches or

at bottom of the stairs• Sign in & out at office• Wear Badges• 6th grade Website • Teacher Email – this is

the best way to get ahold of us

• Parent/Teacher & Student Conferences

Chrome Books

What kinds of things will students be doing on the computers?

1. Focus on writing

2. Using Google Apps to create documents, presentations, spreadsheets with a secure login. 3. Students can access the items from any computer at home and at school

•We recommend downloading Google Chrome at home

4. District adopted curriculum have online resources for student use.

5. Keyboarding

Allow it might be tempting please do not edit and revise your child’s work.

ESCThese will take

place every other week

on Monday – Davis/Peddyocrd

Tuesday - Sheffield

•Art – Mrs. Doyle

•Library – Mrs. Greenway

Fridays

• PE – Miss Gutierrez

• Technology – Mr. Cunha

• Science Lab – Mr. Miller

6th Grade Camp

February 4th – 8th Camp Marston

Mark your calendar!!!

6th Grade – the transition to Middle School

• It is our goal to foster these skills in order to help your child be successful in 6th grade and as they move forward with their schooling.

• Independence writing down homework, bringing necessary items to and from school

• Accountability with behavior and homework Classroom accountability binder for homework and behavior, green

weekly communication form

• Time management Planning ahead (projects & homework), studying in advance,

• Organizational skills Utilizing homework calendar & website for information, filing papers In

binder appropriately

Next Steps…

Sign Ups:• Conferences• Volunteer Sign ups

September 6th @ 8:00 in the MUR

Don’t Miss:• Class Wish List• Student Desk –

Warm Fuzzy