1. 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

2. Welcome Back Message
Patti

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

4. Hopefully THIS is a little more accurate…
All of us

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

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

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

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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

13. 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

14. 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

15. 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

16. 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
Electronic documents
Check spam if you don’t see it
Checks sent to homeroom teacher
**Look for an about our
stream study shortly
Patti

17. 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

18. 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!