1. 2013 – 2014 School Year

2.  We believe strongly that it is important to work as a team in sixth grade.  We are in constant communication and are very committed to providing your child with the best possible school experience.  It is going to be a great year ! Mrs. L. GarciaMs. D. McClain Mr. M. FloresMrs. Longoria

3. Mrs. L. Garcia Science and Social Studies letgarcia@sharylandisd.org Extension - #3274 Ms. D. McClain Spelling, Composition and Grammar dianamcclain@sharylandisd.org Extension - #3286 6th grade Team Conference 2:30pm – 3:10pm Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Frida y Mr. Flores Mathematics miguelflores@sharylandisd.org Extension - #3302 Mrs. Longoria Reading thelmalongoria@sharylandisd.org Extension - #3252 Band Questions Ms. Jessica Rodriguez Extension #1105

4.  7:45 am – 8:05am – Homeroom  8:05am -12:10pm – In Class  12:10pm- 12:40pm – Lunch  12:40pm -1:25pm – In Class  1:25pm – 2:20pm – Band/ Music/Tutorials  2:20pm – 2:30pm – In Class  2:30pm – 3:15pm – P.E./Counseling Class/ Library/Teacher Conference  3:15pm – 3:30pm – In Class  3:30pm – 4:15pm – Tutoring ( Tuesday & Thursday) UIL ( Monday & Wednesday)

5. Behavior Expectations:  We have high expectations for our 6 th grade students.  We expect the students to achieve academically to their fullest potential.  We expect students to contribute in a positive manner to our classrooms. 6 th grade classroom rules:  Be Respectful  Be Responsible  Be Safe  Follow Sharyland ISD student’s dress code

6.  3 tardies equals one unexcused absence  Unexcused absences, student may not make up missed work  Excused absences, student has one day per every day absent to make up work

7. Cell Phone Policy:  Cell phones are to be off at all times.  Cell phones should not be used on the bus. BYOD ◦ Parents/guardians make sure to complete online registration process.

8.  Make sure your child reads AR books daily.  Ask your child about school and take an interest in what they are learning.  Set limits on the amount of television/video games/internet usage  Make sure your child brings their supplies and books to school everyday  Make sure your child brings lunch if he/she doesn’t like the school lunch.  Make sure they get enough sleep.

9.  Volunteering  Collect BOX TOPS  Supporting our School Fundraisers  Attend School Functions  Mentoring Program

10. Communication tool  Upcoming events and what your child is learning in school is noted on the agenda  Daily parent/guardian signature is required  Do not sign ahead  Teacher message to parent/guardian  Homework  BYOD

11.  Your child will have homework on a daily basis. It will reflect the skills that we are covering.  Homework is due the next day.  Homework is noted on the agenda

12. Our goals:  A minimum average of 5 AR points per week at 90% per student  A minimum of 20 AR points per grading period at 90% per student  50% of 6 th graders become AR Millionaires  Model Classrooms  Model School

13.  Practices will be Monday & Wednesday 3:30pm to 4:15pm  Bus transportation is available   Information will be sent out to parents after September 16, 2013  Mrs. Leticia Rios, School Coordinator

14.  Major Grades = 60% Major Assignments: Tests Reports Research Papers Projects/Presentations Essays  Minor Grades = 40% Minor Assignments: Daily Classwork/Practices Homework Quizzes Accelerated Reader Lab Work Binder Checks

15.  Tuesday and Thursday 3:30pm to 4:15pm  Bus transportation is available  Information will be sent out to parents after September 16, 2013  Permission slip will be given to student

16. Week of April 21 -25, 2013  Reading STAAR Test ( April 23, 2013)  Mathematics STAAR Test ( April 22, 2013)

17.  A safe way for teachers to text message AND stay in touch with parents. Free.  Use to send reminders about school activities  To subscribe, send a text to ◦ (956) 683-6852 with the message @32c77

18.  6 th grade Scrapbook information handout  Sample

20.  Thank you for coming!  Follow us to the library, Mrs. M. Gonzalez will be addressing you in reference to BYOD