1. Welcome to 6 th Grade Orientation Mrs. Debbie Fischer And Mrs. Sturges - ELA Tuesday, October 25 th 6:15 – 8:30PM

2. Debbie Fischer - About Me… This is my fifth year at Stayer Middle School I’ve taught in QCSD for 14 years at second and fourth grade levels, then Math and Reading here at Strayer I have a Masters in Education from West Chester University And a Masters in Educational Leadership from Delaware Valley College I live in Chalfont with my husband and three daughters ages 6,10, and 15

3. Mrs. Sturges – About Me… I’ve taught in QCSD for 12 years. I am certified to teach middle school Math, English and Science. I taught in East Stroudsburg for 4 years and in New Jersey for 4 years. I have a Masters in Education from East Stroudsburg University. I live in Spinnerstown with my husband and 7 year old daughter and 6 year old son. I love games and enjoy spending time with my family. I’ve taught in QCSD for 12 years. I am certified to teach middle school Math, English and Science. I taught in East Stroudsburg for 4 years and in New Jersey for 4 years. I have a Masters in Education from East Stroudsburg University. I live in Spinnerstown with my husband and 7 year old daughter and 6 year old son. I love games and enjoy spending time with my family.

4. Curriculum 4 Major Units of Study Unit 1 –Narrative Story Unit 2 – Literature Analysis Unit 3 – Argumentative Letter/ Debate Unit 4 – Plays; Shakespeare 4 Major Units of Study Unit 1 –Narrative Story Unit 2 – Literature Analysis Unit 3 – Argumentative Letter/ Debate Unit 4 – Plays; Shakespeare

5. What Happens in ELA Daily Warm Up: Editing and Grammar; practice previous skills taught and happens while the students arrive and get ready for class Review: Review previous lesson, Check Homework Main lesson: Introduction of Learning Target, Strategy or Skill from the consumable Springboard Book (book stays in class – online book is available) Class Practice: Independent and/or with small group work, Chance for more specific help and attention. Closing: Wrap up thoughts back to the Learning Target, Complete Agenda Books for Assigned Homework (see homework board)

6. Classroom Policies Homework – Given weekly should be a preview, a review or practice of skills and strategies recently taught. Challenging Homework ? – Bring back in and show that you’ve tried. Write a note on the work email about your child’s struggle. Online Support – Check the webpage for a link to Canvaas, where you will find homework, links to extra practice/tutorials of new skills, and the Springboard book online. http://qcsd.org/http://qcsd.org/ Homework – Given weekly should be a preview, a review or practice of skills and strategies recently taught. Challenging Homework ? – Bring back in and show that you’ve tried. Write a note on the work email about your child’s struggle. Online Support – Check the webpage for a link to Canvaas, where you will find homework, links to extra practice/tutorials of new skills, and the Springboard book online. http://qcsd.org/http://qcsd.org/

7. Positive Incentives $100 Bill Jar Earned by… working cooperatively, following directions, being focused, being engaged, Participating in class Drawing is usually done in each classroom on Fridays or the end of the week for the treasure chest! $100 Bill Jar Earned by… working cooperatively, following directions, being focused, being engaged, Participating in class Drawing is usually done in each classroom on Fridays or the end of the week for the treasure chest! Class Rules: Follow directions quickly, Raise your hand to speak or leave your seat, Make smart choices, Keep Your Teacher Happy!!!! My classroom adheres to all school policies Class Rules: Follow directions quickly, Raise your hand to speak or leave your seat, Make smart choices, Keep Your Teacher Happy!!!! My classroom adheres to all school policies

8. How You Can Help At Home Check the Parent Portal regularly Homework posted on Website Even when no homework is posted 10 – 15 minutes of notes review, extra Independent reading or rereading, and vocabulary practice is always helpful. Email if you have any questions or concerns!! Check the Parent Portal regularly Homework posted on Website Even when no homework is posted 10 – 15 minutes of notes review, extra Independent reading or rereading, and vocabulary practice is always helpful. Email if you have any questions or concerns!!

9. My Contact Information Mrs. Debbie Fischer Phone # 215-529-2807 The best way to reach me is through my email I am unable to answer outside calls during the teaching day. I will attend to messages after 2:15 or call the office to put you through. dfischer@qcsd.org Mrs. Debbie Fischer Phone # 215-529-2807 The best way to reach me is through my email I am unable to answer outside calls during the teaching day. I will attend to messages after 2:15 or call the office to put you through. dfischer@qcsd.org

10. My Contact Information Mrs. Michele Sturges Phone # 215-529-2834 I will not be available to answer calls during the teaching day. I will attend to messages after 2:15 The best way to reach me is through my email msturges@qcsd.org Mrs. Michele Sturges Phone # 215-529-2834 I will not be available to answer calls during the teaching day. I will attend to messages after 2:15 The best way to reach me is through my email msturges@qcsd.org