+ What’s the big deal about middle school anyway? A brief overview of what to expect in sixth grade at Londonderry Middle School

+ This year there are some BIG changes for everyone… new friends new teachers new responsibilities

+ Your kids expect a lot… to learn about new things in classes to make connections and feel safe with others to have fun

+ But what do we expect of them? “Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson Respect Responsibility CompassionTeamwork Enthusiasm

+ Respect Being respectful to others Saying please and thank you Saying excuse me Apologizing when you have made a mistake or done something wrong.

+ Responsibility Being responsible for actions and accepting the natural consequences for those actions. I am firm but fair when dealing with discipline issues.

+ Compassion Being willing to help others in need.

+ Teamwork ALL students belong to the sixth grade team Learn to work together as individuals to accomplish goals while we are here at school – to get good grades, or to be a good friend, etc.

+ Enthusiasm “Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.” Ralph Waldo Emerson Think about it. It is so true.

+ After school policy: Students must have a ride to bring them home by 4pm if they stay after. Library Hours: Monday-Thursday until 3:30pm Fridays until 3pm Some other things that you should know about

+ If your child forgets something... Parents can drop items off in the FRONT main office. It is then your child’s responsibility to pick up items between classes, before lunch, or on their way to music or gym.

+ and…Sixth Grade Socials! What do your kids have to look forward to this year? Resiliency 4 Life Ed-Venture Days

+ Adventure-based learning experiences lead by teachers Promote personal and group growth Skills Ed-Venture teaches: Building healthy relationships Trust Creative problem solving Decision making Communication and listening skills Cooperation Social responsibility

+ Resiliency 4 Life Life skills program The resiliency program is designed to give kids the tools they need to deal with many life issues: peer pressure how to make good decisions how to say no to drugs and alcohol how to be assertive conflict resolution internet safety which includes cyber bullying.,

+ Most importantly this year… And always tell me I’m beautiful! Have fun! Make good choices Learn new things. Music credits: Pennies from Heaven by Louis Prima Young at Heart by Jimmy Durante