Back To School NightAshley Falls Sixth Grade

• Welcome & Introductions

• Homework & Communication

• Reflections/Study hall/rewards

• The Transition to Middle School

• Dress Code

• Common Core Standards

• Language Arts

• Math

• Social Studies

• 21st Century Learning Rotations

• Chromebooks

• STEAM+

• Camp

Homework & Communication

Homework Policy

Expectations:• About 60 minutes per/night

Wordly Wise Math At least 20 min. nightly

independent reading-Book of the month

• Quality work• Send work & other items to

office• Sign Ins – For missing

homework

Communication • Self Reflections – Signed Weekly• Wednesday Folders• 6th grade Website

http://www.dmusd.org/domain/204• Teacher Email – best way to get ahold

of usMelissa Davis – mwdavis@dmusd.orgTraci Zuckerman–

tzuckerman@dmusd.orgCaitlin Williams – cawilliams@dmusd.org• Parent/Teacher & Student Conferences• Pick Up at Benches or at bottom of the

stairs• Sign in & out at office• Wear Badges

Reflections/Study Hall/Rewards!

• Reflections signed EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT!

• Clipboard-sign-ins• Study hall/PE• $• Class store

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 sign in sheet for homework and behavior, gold

weekly communication form 2 signs in a week (homework/or behavior) result in study hall on Thursdays.

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

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

appropriately

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.

Language Arts• Fiction Text - Novel Studies

MAROO OF THE WINTER CAVES THE PHAROAH’S SECRET THE CAY FREAK THE MIGHTY

• Non-Fiction Text Time for Kids NEWSELA

• Wordly Wise Each lesson takes 2 weeks Spelling test on words 1st week Fri. (no spelling book) Test on vocabulary 2nd week Thurs.

Writing

• Lessons will focus on specific writing styles and strategies.

NARRATIVE, ARGUMENT, EXPOSITORY

• Choice of topic within a particular genre of writing.

• Students will type all of their pieces-print at home!!!!

Mathematics• 6th grade Common Core math standards will

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

• Connected Math is the 6th grade math curriculum. Other supplemental resources are also used to help with math instruction.

• 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. Pre-assessing before every unit, seeing what they know, and how we can extend their leaning to make sure they master the 6th grade content. All of our decisions will be based on the children and their individual needs. We are committed to knowing every single kid’s needs and using responsive teaching.

Social Studies

ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS• Early Man• Hunters & Gatherers• Mesopotamia• Egypt• India• China• Greece• Rome

Skills for the 21st Century Learner

Science/Public Speaking/GeographyScience

Taught by Ms. Zuckerman- Energy & Material Resources, Heat - Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Plate Tectonics

Public SpeakingTaught by Ms. Williams

- How to deliver effective public speaking presentations.

- 4-5 different types of speeches.

GeographyTaught by Mrs. Davis

- Amazing Race simulation – students will travel the world.

- Students will have these rotations one at a time. Homework will vary accordingly.

Chrome Books/Technology

Chromebooks1. Focus on writing /research

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

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

Cell Phones•Allowed at school but must stay in

backpacks the entire day (7:45-2:30)

•May not come out until outside the gates after school, must be put away when

walking on campus.

Instagram/or the like•Important to know your child’s password

•Good idea to monitor direct messages.

STEAM+

ART w/ Mrs. Doyle•Tuesday – All classes

LIBRARY w/ Mrs. LaBarge

•Wednesday –All classes

MUSIC w/ Mrs. Zurcher

•Friday-all classes-every other week

Fridays

• PE – Mrs. McBride

• Technology – Mr. Cunha

• Science Lab – Mr. Miller

6th Grade Camp

January 25th-29thCamp MARSTON!!

(Raintree)

Mark your calendar!!!

Next Steps…

Sign Ups:• Conferences• Volunteer Sign ups

September 2nd @ 8:00 in the MUR

• Room Parent - tell your child’s teacher if interested

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

Fuzzy• Article-”growth mind set”