1. Back To School Night Ashley Falls Sixth Grade
Welcome
Introductions
Language Arts
Math
Social Studies
Science
Morning Meeting
Homework & Communication
Discipline
Camp

2. Language Arts
Reader’s Workshop – focus on specific skills in small group setting
Novel Studies
MAROO OF THE WINTER CAVES
THE PHAROAH’S SECRET
THE CAY
Wordly Wise
Each lesson takes 2 weeks
Spelling test on words 1st week Fri.
Test on vocabulary 2nd week Thurs.
No Spelling book – Root Words instead – will be starting this in October (more info. to come)

3. Writing Mini Lessons that focus on specific
writing styles and strategies.
Choice of topic within a particular
genre of writing.
Writer’s Notebooks to collect ideas
and experiment with work.
Use of picture books to model particular
aspects of writing.
Students will type all of their pieces

4. Mathematics Glencoe Mathematics
6th grade math standards will drive our instruction to ensure deep mathimatical understanding - setting the stage for long term success
Instruction will not be sequential throughout the textbook and other resources will be used to differentiate so that individual needs are met.
Cognitive Guided Instruction (CGI) will be incorporated into instruction to support analytical math reasoning skills
Students will be placed in flexible groups based on needs and learning styles for each standard group. This will be determined by assessments and observation.

5. Social Studies Hunters & Gatherers Mesopotamia Egypt India China
Greece
Rome

6. Skills for the 21st Century Learner Science/Public Speaking/Geography
Taught by Mrs. Sheffield
Energy & Material Resources, Heat
Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Plate Tectonics
Public Speaking
Taught by Mrs. Peddycord
Debates, how to presentations, poem recitation…
Geography
Taught by Mrs. Davis
Amazing Race simulation – students will travel the world.
Students will have these rotations one at a time

7. Dress Code No knit caps – hats for sun protection only
No twins, triplets…dress alike – to prevent exclusion
Sunglasses are only to be worn if prescription or with a doctor’s note
Shoes must have a strap – should be closed toe on PE days
Undergarments may not be visible
Shorts, Skirts, Dresses should be an appropriate length – shirts should not be longer than shorts
If a student is dressed inappropriately they will need to call home or use the loaner clothes that are in the office.

8. Homework & Communication
Homework Policy
Expectations:
About 40 minutes per/night
Wordly Wise or Root Word
Math
Typing practice
At least 20 min. Nightly independent reading
Quality work
Send work & other items to office
Communication
Wednesday Folders
Pick Up at Benches or at bottom of the stairs
Sign in & out at office
Wear Badges
6th grade Website
Teacher – this is the best way to get ahold of us
Parent/Teacher & Student Conferences

9. What kinds of things will students be doing on the computers?
Chrome Books
What kinds of things will students be doing on the computers?
1. Focus on writing
2. Using Google Apps to create documents, presentations, spreadsheets with a secure login.
3. Students can access the items from any computer at home and at school
We recommend downloading Google Chrome at home
4. District adopted curriculum have online resources for student use.
5. Keyboarding
Allow it might be tempting please do not edit and revise your child’s work.

10. Monday – Davis/Peddyocrd
ESC
These will take place
every other week on
Monday – Davis/Peddyocrd
Tuesday - Sheffield
Art – Mrs. Doyle
Library – Mrs. Greenway
Fridays
PE – Miss Gutierrez
Technology – Mr. Cunha
Science Lab – Mr. Miller

11. 6th Grade Camp
February 4th – 8th
Camp Marston
Mark your calendar!!!

12. 6th Grade – the transition to Middle School
It is our goal to foster these skills in order to help your child be successful in 6th grade and as they move forward with their schooling.
Independence
writing down homework, bringing necessary items to and from school
Accountability with behavior and homework
Classroom accountability binder for homework and behavior, green weekly communication form
Time management
Planning ahead (projects & homework), studying in advance,
Organizational skills
Utilizing homework calendar & website for information, filing papers In binder appropriately

13. Next Steps… Sign Ups: Conferences
Volunteer Sign ups September 8:00 in the MUR
Don’t Miss:
Class Wish List
Student Desk – Warm Fuzzy