Back To School NightAshley Falls Sixth Grade

• 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 School

California Common Core State Standards

• Implementing the new CCSS for the 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

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

ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS• Early Man• Hunters & Gatherers• Mesopotamia• Egypt• India• China• Greece• Rome

Skills for the 21st Century Learner

Science/Public Speaking/GeographyScience

Taught by Mrs. Sheffield- Energy & Material Resources, Heat - Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Plate Tectonics

Public SpeakingTaught by Mrs. Williams

- Debates, how to presentations, poem recitation

GeographyTaught by Mrs. Davis

- Amazing Race simulation – students will travel the world.

- Students will have these rotations one 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 PolicyExpectations:• About 60 minutes

per/night Wordly Wise Math Typing practice At least 20 min. nightly

independent reading

• Quality work• Send work & other items

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 usMelissa Davis – mwdavis@dmusd.orgAdrienne Sheffield –

asheffield@dmusd.orgCaitlin Williams – cawilliams@dmusd.org

• Parent/Teacher & Student Conferences

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

Allow it might be tempting please do not edit and revise your child’s work.

ESCART w/ Mrs. Doyle

•Wednesday – All Classes

LIBRARY•Tuesday - Mrs. Davis

•Wednesday - Sheffield & Williams

Fridays

• PE – Mrs. McBride

• Technology – Mr. Cunha

• Science Lab – Mr. Miller

• Music - TBD

6th Grade Camp

March 3rd – 7thCamp Marston

Mark your calendar!!!

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 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 – One per family