Transcript Back To School Night Ashley Falls Fifth Grade

Back To School Night
Ashley Falls Sixth Grade
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Welcome & Introductions
Common Core Standards
Introductions
Language Arts
Math
Social Studies
21st Century Learning Rotations
Dress Code
Homework & Communication
Chromebooks
ESC
Camp
The Transition to Middle School
California Common Core
State Standards
• What that might look like in your
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child’s class:
LANGUAGE ARTS
Analyzing non-fiction test
Write viable arguments using
resources to support the argument
MATH
Problem Solving
Abstract thinking
Use different strategies to try and
solve problems
Language Arts
• Fiction Text - Novel Studies
 MAROO OF THE WINTER CAVES
 THE PHAROAH’S SECRET
 THE CAY
• 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
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
supplemental math curriculum. Other
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.
Social Studies
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ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS
Early Man
Hunters & Gatherers
Mesopotamia
Egypt
India
China
Greece
Rome
Skills for the 21st Century Learner
Science/Public Speaking/Geography
Science
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Taught by Mrs. Sheffield
Energy & Material Resources, Heat
Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Plate Tectonics
Public Speaking
Taught by Mrs. Williams
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How to deliver effective public speaking
presentations. 3-4 different types of
speeches.
Geography
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Taught by Mrs. Davis
Amazing Race simulation – students will
travel the world.
- Students will have these rotations one
at a time. Homework will vary
accordingly
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 Policy
Expectations:
• About 60 minutes per/night
 Wordly Wise
 Math
 Typing practice
 At least 20 min. nightly
independent reading
• 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 u
Melissa Davis – [email protected]
Adrienne Sheffield – [email protected]
Caitlin Williams – [email protected]
• Parent/Teacher & Student Conferences
• Pick Up at Benches or at bottom of the
stairs
• Sign in & out at office
• Wear Badges
Chrome Books
What kinds of things will students be
doing on the computers?
1. Focus on writing
2. Using Goggle 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.
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Allow it might be tempting please do
not edit and revise your child’s
work.
5. Keyboarding
ESC
ART w/ Mrs. Doyle
•Wednesday – All classes
LIBRARY w/ Mrs. LaBarge
•Tuesday –All classes
MUSIC w/ Mrs. Zurcher
•Monday-all classes-every other week
Fridays
• PE – Mrs. McBride
• Technology – Mr. Cunha
• Science Lab – Mr. Miller
6th Grade Camp
November 4-7
Camp Cuyamaca
Mark your
calendar!!!
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6
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
Next Steps…
Sign Ups:
• Conferences
• Volunteer Sign ups
September 3rd @ 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