Back To School Night
Ashley Falls Sixth Grade
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Welcome & Introductions
Common Core Standards
Introductions
Language Arts
Math
Social Studies
21st Century Learning
Rotations
Dress Code
Homework & Communication
Chromebooks
ESC
Camp
The Transition to Middle
California Common Core
State Standards
• Implementing the new CCSS for the
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2013-2014 school year
What that might look like in your
child’s class:
LANGUAGE ARTS
Analyzing non-fiction test
Write viable arguments using
resources to support the argument
MATH
Problem Solving
Abstract thinking
Use different strategies to try and
solve problems
Report Cards
Will reflect the new CCSS
Informational nights on 9/10, 10/10
and 10/26
Language Arts
• Fiction Text - Novel Studies
 MAROO OF THE WINTER CAVES
 THE PHAROAH’S SECRET
 THE CAY
• Non-Fiction Text
 Time for Kids
• Wordly Wise
 Each lesson takes 2 weeks
 Spelling test on words 1st week Fri.
(no spelling book)
 Test on vocabulary 2nd week Thurs.
Writing
• Lessons will focus on specific
writing styles and strategies.
NARRATIVE, ARGUMENT, EXPOSITORY
• Choice of topic within a particular
genre of writing.
• Students will type all of their pieces
Mathematics
• 6th grade Common Core math
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standards will drive our instruction
to ensure deep mathematical
understanding - setting the stage
for long term success
Instruction will not be sequential
throughout the textbook (Glencoe)
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.
Social Studies
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ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS
Early Man
Hunters & Gatherers
Mesopotamia
Egypt
India
China
Greece
Rome
Skills for the 21st Century Learner
Science/Public Speaking/Geography
Science
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Taught by Mrs. Sheffield
Energy & Material Resources, Heat
Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Plate Tectonics
Public Speaking
Taught by Mrs. Williams
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Debates, how to presentations, poem
recitation
Geography
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Taught by Mrs. Davis
Amazing Race simulation – students will
travel the world.
- Students will have these rotations one
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at a time
Homework will vary accordingly
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.
Homework & Communication
Homework Policy
Expectations:
• About 60 minutes
per/night
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Wordly Wise
Math
Typing practice
At least 20 min. nightly
independent reading
• Quality work
• Send work & other items
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to office
Sign Ins – For missing
homework
Communication
• Self Reflections – Signed Weekly
• Wednesday Folders
• Pick Up at Benches or at bottom of
the stairs
• Sign in & out at office
• Wear Badges
• 6th grade Website
• Teacher Email – this is the best way
to get ahold of us
Melissa Davis – mwdavis@dmusd.org
Adrienne Sheffield –
asheffield@dmusd.org
Caitlin Williams –
cawilliams@dmusd.org
Chrome Books
What kinds of things will students be
doing on the computers?
1. Focus on writing
2. Using Goggle 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
ESC
ART w/ Mrs. Doyle
•Wednesday – All
Classes
LIBRARY
•Tuesday - Mrs. Davis
•Wednesday - Sheffield &
Williams
Fridays
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PE – Mrs. McBride
Technology – Mr. Cunha
Science Lab – Mr. Miller
Music - TBD
6th Grade Camp
March 3rd – 7th
Camp Marston
Mark your
calendar!!!
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6
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 sign in sheet 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
Next Steps…
Sign Ups:
• Conferences
• Volunteer Sign ups
September 4th @ 8:00 in
the MUR
• Room Parent - tell your
child’s teacher if interested
Don’t Miss:
• Class Wish List
• Student Desk – Warm
Fuzzy
• CCSS Parent Handbook –