GATE READING 1. COMPREHENSION 60% Reading Anthology (both) Reading Anthology (both) Literature Book (fiction) Literature Book (fiction) Magazine Articles (Non-fiction) Magazine Articles (Non-fiction) Comprehension Tests Comprehension Quizzes, Tests, Projects Quizzes 2. VOCABULARY 30% Vocabulary Vocabulary (working copy + typed copy) (working copy + typed copy) Synonym List Synonym List (working copy + typed copy) (working copy + typed copy) Taken from readings, Cumulative Tests Cumulative Tests 3. ORAL PARTICIPATION 10% Pronunciation, flow, expression Asking questions, promoting discussion

GATE READING Expectations: -Students will maintain an average of 80% or above -Students should be reading material and reviewing vocabulary EVERY night -Students should be reading material and reviewing vocabulary EVERY night -A copy of the homework/grading policy as well as a class information sheet can be found on my teacher webpage under “6th information sheet can be found on my teacher webpage under “6th grade curriculum” and in your child’s binder grade curriculum” and in your child’s binder Contact Information: -Phone: ext Phone: ext website: -website:

GATE MATH 1. Daily Homework (10%) (Scaled Handouts, book) (Scaled Handouts, book) Standards Practice: Emphasis on word problems, calculating larger numbers 2. Lesson Quizzes (20%) 3. Problem Solving Packets (20%) Based on lesson skills word problems lesson skills word problems logic open ended questions logic open ended questions real life problem solving real life problem solving multiple strategies multiple strategies 4. Chapter and Unit Tests (50%)

GATE MATH Expectations: -Students will maintain an average of 80% or above -Students will maintain an average of 80% or above -Students are responsible for daily homework -Students are responsible for daily homework -Students must seek help when needed -Students must seek help when needed -A copy of the homework/grading policy as well as a class -A copy of the homework/grading policy as well as a class information sheet can be found on my teacher webpage information sheet can be found on my teacher webpage under “6th grade curriculum” and in your child’s binder under “6th grade curriculum” and in your child’s binder Contact Information: -Phone: ext Phone: ext website: -website:

BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT 6TH GRADE, ROOM

Agenda 1. Please sign in! 2. Introduction 3. Schedule 4. Curriculum 5. Homework Policy 6. Quizzes and Tests 7. Grading 8. Report Cards 9. Discipline 10. Field Trips (Parent drivers/insurance) 11. 6th Grade Goals 12. Class Auction 13. Parent/Teacher Communication 14. Volunteers 15. Questions 16. Thank you for coming!

All About Me All About Me CARMEN POWELL SCHOOL: Vallejo Mill Centerville Moreau H.S. UCSB CSUH: teaching credential SJSU: MA + Administrative Degree TEACHING EXPERIENCE: Substitute teacher 2 years Preschool teacher 2 years 4 th grade 3 years 6 th grade 14 years

And Me! DANIKA HEGGEBO SCHOOL:NilesCenterville Washington H.S. CSU East Bay SJSUEXPERIENCE: 5 years YMCA daycare 1 year substitute teaching 1 semester Kindergarten student teacher THIS YEAR: PACT Solo weeks

Contact Information 1. School phone Ext Ext Website Room 27

Room 27’s Schedule Science PREP Tues. 8:25-9:10 Wed. 8:25-9:10 P.E. PREP Mon. 8:25-9:10 Computer PREP Fri. 8:25-9:10 MusicLibrary Thurs. 8:25-9:10 Tues. 9:10-9:40

CLASS SCHEDULES M-F 10:10-11:15 Powell: Reading Richwood: GATE Reading Reading M-F 11:15-12:00 and and 12:40-1:00 12:40-1:00 Powell: GATE Math Richwood: Math

Reading/Language Arts ADOPTED PROGRAM: Treasures by McGraw Hill 1. textbook 2. practice book 2. practice bookTreasures.macmillanmh.com/californiaWRITING: Write Source 2000, Treasures, and Learning Headquarters Genres: Narrative Narrative Expository Expository Persuasive Persuasive

Spelling SPELLING: Treasures Spelling and Vocabulary Skills 1. Temporary List: Current week’s lesson Current week’s lesson 2. Permanent List: Commonly misspelled words (about 5-10 new ones each week) Commonly misspelled words (about 5-10 new ones each week) Monday-Wednesday: practice Thursday: post test (multiple choice + 5 or 10 permanent words) (multiple choice + 5 or 10 permanent words) *Each week students have a chance to test out of spelling and work on word roots

Math ADOPTED PROGRAM: Springboard Mathematics Course 1 1. Consumable textbook (Aligns with COMMON CORE) 2. On-line: fremontunifiedca.springboardonline.org CONCEPTS AND CONTENT: Number ConceptsExpressions and Equations RatiosIntegers Geometric ConceptsData Analysis Personal Financial Literacy

Social Studies * Early Man *Rome and the Israelites *Greece and the Phoenicians *Mesopotamia *Egypt *Ancient China *Ancient India

Science ADOPTED PROGRAM: Focus on Earth Science by Prentice Hall CONCEPTS AND CONTENT: Plate Tectonics Ecosystems Volcanoes Weather Earthquakes Atmosphere The students attend Science Lab weekly

Other *Current Events *Public Speaking Character Education (school) Family Life (district) Tobacco/Drug Education (district)

HOMEWORK POLICY 1. Students are expected to bring in their homework completed and on time each day. No late work is accepted. 2. Name must appear on work for full credit 3. Homework must be recorded for each subject. This includes daily assignments; future quizzes and test dates; report and project due dates; and special reminders 4. Missing homework notices will be sent home when appropriate (Blue notes) Students will receive 0% credit for any missing assignments. 5. If a student is unable to complete assignments after minutes, a note from the parent is needed. The student is still responsible for knowing the material since the curriculum is based on the California Common Core State Standards

QUIZZES AND TESTS 1. Students will be notified of tests in advance 2. Quizzes can be scheduled or given as “pop” quizzes when needed 3. Students talking or cheating during a quiz or test receive an F (0%), a misconduct notice is issued, and a parent signature is required

Grading 1. Most assignments will be given a rubric grade 2. Smaller assignments or practice will be counted as credit/no credit 3. Grading will be based on completeness of assignment, portion of assignment completed correctly, effort, directions followed, and neatness. 4. LATE, MISSING, OR INCOMPLETE ASSIGNMENTS COUNT AS A ZERO 5. Missing assignments: parents will be notified when appropriate and grade will be lowered 6. Students will be rewarded for turning in assignments on time 7. Progress reports will be sent out 3 times throughout the year or as needed 8. Variety of assessment techniques: teacher observation, student self assessment, rubrics, tests, writing (formal and informal), standards checklist

REPORT CARDS 1. November (Conferences 19th, 20th, 21st) (Conferences 19th, 20th, 21st) 2. March 3. June (on the last day of school)

NEW REPORT CARDS 4 Thoroughly Above and beyond More in-depth Able to explain clearly and concisely Uses grade level and above vocabulary 3 Adequately Meets grade level standards and expectations Shows understanding of material 2 Partially Does not meet standard Concept not fully understood Needs more practice/support 1 Minimally Does not meet standard No clear evidence of understanding Did not attempt

Discipline OFF LIMITS: 1. Cell phones* 2. Ipods* 3. Electronic video devices* 4. Gum 5. See school rules CLASSROOM AGREEMENTS: 1. Be honest 2. Be responsible 3. Have fun and stay on task 4. Respect other people and their property 5. Talk and listen when appropriate 6. Stay positive: no negatives

Testing and Field Trips IMPORTANT DATES Smarter Balance Assessment May 5-15 FIELD TRIPS Walk through Ancient Civilizations Jan. 16 and 17 6th Grade Science Camp (about $ ) Dec. 2-5 Great America (TBD) June (TBD)

6TH GRADERS CAN AIM FOR EACH TRIMESTER: Honor Roll Citizenship Award Citizenship Award END OF YEAR: *Scott Ferguson Leadership Award *Warrier Allrounder Award Classroom Academic Award Classroom Citizenship Award Classroom Most Improved Award President’s Physical Fitness Award President’s Honor Roll (3.5 or better every trimester in 4th, 5th, and 6th ) and high standardized test scores OTHER IMPORTANT THINGS: Band School Newspaper Student Council Chess Band School Newspaper Student Council Chess Math Club Basketball Team Debate Club and more Math Club Basketball Team Debate Club and more

CLASS AUCTIONS When: December June June Students use points earned throughout the year

PARENT/TEACHER COMMUNICATION If you have any concerns or questions about your child or anything that is happening in the classroom, please call me to talk or schedule an appointment. If I have overlooked the specific learning needs of your child, I would like to know so I can help him/her achieve the most they can this year. If you have any concerns or questions about your child or anything that is happening in the classroom, please call me to talk or schedule an appointment. If I have overlooked the specific learning needs of your child, I would like to know so I can help him/her achieve the most they can this year. Thank you. Thank you.

HOMEWORK 1. Please make sure to sign in tonight at the back table 2. Please check the back table for ways you can volunteer in our classroom 3. Please leave your child a note telling him/her how you survived my lecture tonight 4. Have a wonderful evening!