Back to School Night August 22, 2017 Welcome to 6th Grade Back to School Night August 22, 2017

Meet Mrs. Merlin Graduated from Seton Hill University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Family Studies and a Certification in Elementary Education (K-6). 19th year—6th grade @ LES jennie.merlin@glsd.us (724) 539-9777 ext 1412

A Wildcat ROARS -School Wide Motto-- Respect others Observe safety rules Act responsibly Reach for success Show Kindness

CAT’S CASH --School Wide Behavior Management System-- Teachers reward students who exhibit “ROARS” behavior with a punch on their Wildcat Reward Card. Wildcat Reward Cards are kept in the child’s homeroom. Students will be able to use their Wildcat Rewards at designated times. Demerits earned during a school day will result in the loss of Cat’s Cash.

Demerit System Expectations Bring all materials to class. Enter quietly, sit down, and get out materials for the class. Raise a hand and wait for permission before speaking or leaving seat. Keep hands, feet, objects, and unkind comments to yourself. Follow directions the first time they are given.

--6th Grade Consequence System-- Demerit System A detailed “Demerit Policy” is on my website. 1 demerit → Loss of Cat’s Cash 2 demerits → Loss of recess 3 demerits → Loss of recess for a second day

Dress Code --School Wide Policy-- Tank tops are permitted as long as the straps are three fingers wide. No undergarments are allowed to show. Appropriate short length: Students’ fingertips, with arms straight, should touch the bottom of the hem. Clothing with inappropriate messages are not allowed. No flip flops.

Homework --6th Grade Policy-- Quarterly assignment notebooks are required. Assignments are posted on teacher websites daily. Incomplete assignments will result in a consequence. If your child is struggling to complete an assignment, please send a note to the teacher.

Recess/Workroom --6th Grade Policy-- Recess will be outside everyday (weather permitting) so be sure your child has appropriate outdoor attire. Workroom will be held in Ms. Previte’s, Mrs. Merlin’s or Miss Danser’s room everyday. Workroom is by teacher assignment only.

Grades/HAC We follow the GLSD approved grading scale. Progress reports will be sent home at mid quarter and require a parent signature. Please access the Home Access Center (HAC) regularly throughout the year. If you do not have a HAC account or have forgotten your login information, please see the school secretary. 92%-100% A 83%-91% B 72%-82% C 61%-71% D 60% or below F

6th Grade Core Curriculum Materials Journeys Go Math! Science Fusion World History: Ancient Civilizations through Renaissance

Test/Quiz Correction Opportunity Bonus points can be earned when corrections are made. Test/quiz must be signed by a parent/guardian in order for bonus points to be added to the overall grade. Corrections must be made on notebook paper attached to the original test/quiz.

GLSD Technology www.glsd.us Select LES main page Select appropriate teacher All curriculum materials are available online via the my.glsd.us District Mobile App / District Website

GLSD Technology Elementary Electronic Device/Cell Phone Policy The Greater Latrobe School District Elementary Schools respect the usefulness of cell phones and electronic devices (iPods, iPads, tablets, etc.) before and after school. Therefore, in accordance with Board Policy 237, cell phones usage at Greater Latrobe School District Elementary Schools will be restricted as follows: Students are prohibited from using electronic devices/cell phones or having them “on” during the school day (9:05 am to 4:00 pm) unless given specific permission by a teacher and under their direct supervision. Electronic devices/cell phones must remain in the student’s backpack during the school day. Students are not permitted to take pictures or videos at any time while on school property (including the bus) unless permitted for educational purposes and under the direct supervision of a faculty member. The School District will not be responsible for the loss, theft, damage or vandalism to student electronic devices/cell phones.

6th Grade Camp May 21, 2018 - May 23, 2018 Camp meeting for students and parents September 19, 2017 from 6:15pm-7:15pm at the Senior High Auditorium Candy Sale information will be available soon.

Conferences Wednesday, November 8, 2017 5:00pm-8:00pm Thursday, November 9, 2017 8:00am-3:30pm

Math Materials 3-Ring Binder 5 Dividers Composition Notebook Earbuds

Places to Visit… Bean table for handouts Encore teachers (Art Room) PTO & the Spirit Wear Sale