Welcome to the 6H Team Blue House Ms. Frunzi – Math Mrs. Kalbach – Science, Team Leader Mrs. Partsch – Social Studies Mr. Cantwell – ELA Ms. Dunn – ELA Ms. Mallon – Guidance Patti

Welcome Back Message https://vimeo.com/283753459 Patti

Isn’t this what you really want to know… Patti

Hopefully THIS is a little more accurate… All of us

Ways to contact us Email - best option Voicemail Team conference - set up through Ms. Mallon in guidance, dmallon@dasd.org Shannon

What if I have a question about my student’s schedule or class level? Ms. Mallon, guidance counselor – schedule questions, dmallon@dasd.org Mrs. Oswald, academic advisor – level questions, hoswald@dasd.org Mr. Mulvey, principal – discipline issues, tmulvey@dasd.org Shannon

A typical day… Homeroom – Announcements and pledge 5 periods of core classes 2 periods of rotating encore classes Lunch Advisory – rotating activities Tammy

English/Language Arts Materials Writing Novels Bud, Not Buddy Hoot Collections Text Book NewsELA For academic purposes Formal Analytical Evidence-based Creative For practical purposes Awareness of author’s audience, purpose, and perception To gain an immersive point of view Reading Assessment Chris (Shannon) Whole class Choice based small groups Choice based independent reading Projects Solo and group Writing Pieces Tests/Quizzes Very little homework

Social Studies Major Topics: 1-Geography & Culture 2-Mexico 3-Canada 4-The American Revolution 5-Current Events Social Studies textbook: online book linked through Schoology page Each unit will may include quizzes, tests, projects, presentations, and current events Project Based Learning –culture/art Tammy

MATH Book Required Materials Daily Agenda bigideasmath.com – students will set up account at home Required Materials Pencil, calculator, notebook paper Daily Agenda Maintenance Sheet (1 per week) Check Homework Activity, Lesson, Nearpod/Flipped Classroom, or Assessments Homework: Around 3 to 4 times per week Test Re-Take OR Test Corrections IN DEPTH ACCESS TO MATH INFO CAN BE FOUND IN A POWER POINT IN YOUR STUDENTS MATH COURSE ON SCHOOLOGY Accelerated math consists of both 6th and 7th (pre-algebra) skills/concepts Gina

Math – period two The content for Accelerated Math consists of both 6th and 7th grade (Pre-Algebra) skills/concepts. Students will complete a pre-test at the beginning of each chapter. Each concept should take one day, but we can add more if needed. If a student tests out of a chapter, they will go to the resource room to work with the enrichment teacher on a project. You will be notified if your child tested out of a chapter because they will come home with a learning contract that needs to be signed and returned. If students test out of a chapter, they will be exempt from all homework, except maintenance sheets, and their grade will consist of their pre-test score and their project score. Gina

Science Curriculum – Earth Science Labs to enhance/reinforce learning Textbooks – each student has access to the textbook in Schoology Grades will be determined based on assessments, projects, labs, and homework Patti

Test Out Process for Science Units Independent study is available for most units for every student who can show mastery on the pre-test (90%)   Independent learners who master science concepts easily and/or enjoys a challenge Independent projects completed in the gifted room Misbehavior or lack of effort can lead to being removed Students will still participate in labs and certain activities with class Additional information on Schoology in course headquarters folder Patti

Staying current on your student’s work Check your student’s Schoology account Check grades on E-schools – linked through Parent Portal Checking teacher’s Schoology pages – linked through dasd/Marsh Creek page If you are missing a password, contact the main office. If absent for at least 3 days, contact the guidance office for missing work Gina

Schoology Daily agenda, homework – listed each day on the main course page Homework assignments posted to the calendar with due dates Late notices – based on time of submission Things to remember: - Check the agenda/homework in each class’ Google slide *excellent idea when students are absent Tammy

Paradise Farm Trip Info Jim Moira, the PF coordinator, will host a full building meeting in the near future Our team dates – October 4th and 5th An upcoming email Electronic documents Check spam if you don’t see it Checks sent to homeroom teacher **Look for an email about our stream study shortly Patti

Ways to make 6th grade a success: Instill a positive attitude towards personal and academic growth Have a set area in your house to complete homework Hold your student accountable for himself/herself Encourage student independence but remain actively involved Prepare the night before school, i.e. study, packing up, etc. Chris

Thank you for coming! We are looking forward to working with you this year to help make your child’s 6th grade year a success!