1. Back to School Night Sign in  Sign-up for Newsflash on back computers.  Sign up for both teachers. See signage. Pick up Packet  Packets are in ABC order by last names.  Parents please turn in completed forms by Monday, August 5 th. (Homework Pass) Welcome Letter  Enjoy the Welcome Letter from our old 6 th graders; Please leave for the next class.

2. Welcome to 6 th Grade Mrs. Guerra Room A-3 Language Arts / Social Studies Mrs. Haddock Room A-4 Math / Science

3. Carrie Underwood The Voice and I forget “Tell me and I forget and I remember Teach me and I remember and I learn.” Involve me and I learn.” - Benjamin Franklin

4. Essentials of Middle School All 6 th grade classes are fun and students work to their maximum potential. Organization: It is your lifeline.  2- three ring binders (1”)  Accordion File Folder or Folders  Box (every trimester)  Clean out backpacks regularly Communication is key.  Notes/ Phone/ 24 hour response time  Life Folder  ESPRI Grades on-line  Teacher Web  Pack Planner

5. Suggested Supply List Reference Coyote Brochure  Deals of the week… Composition Book Paper Folders Magic Rub Highlighters Expo Markers

6. Teacher Web  Access daily homework, classroom announcements, absent procedures, Accelerated Reader, typing practice, calendar, tutoring, printable documents, extra-credit, spelling and vocabulary lists, games, and learning links. Mrs. Guerra: http://teacherweb.com/CA/DCIS/MrsGuerra http://teacherweb.com/CA/DCIS/MrsHaddock  Homework Page  Newsflash- sign-up to receive information about tests and important news sign- up at the back computers.

7. Grading Official Progress Reports sent home with student. Parent signature required. Report Cards sent home in the mail. Points are based on:  Completion of assignments (class work, homework)  Projects, quizzes, and tests. Grades are posted online (ESPRI) and updated every week. Our Grading Scale 90-100% = A 80-89% = B 70-79% = C 60-69% = D Below 60% = F

8. Online Grades ESPRI  Student and Parent Passwords will be issued.  Keep your passwords in a safe place. Accessing ESPRI  https://espri-web.etiwanda.k12.ca.us/lastyear/ https://espri-web.etiwanda.k12.ca.us/lastyear/ Maintain the A  Categories beginning of the year

9. Common Core Standards 2014-2015 full implementation of the California Common Core Standards Aim is to give our students the foundation and skills to be college/career ready fostering independence. Standards are clear, understandable, and consistent; Include rigorous content and application of knowledge through high-order skills incorporating technology and digital media. Build on strengths and lessons of current state standards; Are informed by other top-performing countries, so that all students are prepared to succeed in a global economy and society; and are evidence-based.

10. 6 th Grade Holt Language Arts Focus on writing  Response to Literature, argumentative, narrative Literature  Exploring a variety of text in depth for a broader connection. Comprehension tests  Literature book stories  Accelerated Reader  Independent Reading Requirement- Log in Life Folder  If a student didn’t get an ID card this week, they will receive a temporary one. Their picture ID card will be issued after school pictures.  STAR- Placement Testing Spelling weekly Vocabulary  Greek/Latin Roots Grammar will be taught every week. Battle of the Books district competition

11. Middle School Humor

12. 6 th Grade Glencoe Social Studies Curriculum Ancient Civilizations  Mesopotamia, Egypt, Israel, China, India, Mesoamerica, Greece, and Rome.  Directed reading, note taking, and discussion of each chapter in class. Assessment  Weekly sectional quizzes.  Study guide/ Chapter Tests.  Essay/ Application Test  Graphic organizer tool, collaborate and review essays, and rubric given to assist them in studying.  Projects assigned for each chapter.

13. P.A.C.K (Personally Achieving Character & Knowledge) Monday- Thursday: Language Arts/ Math  Enrichment, intervention, reinforcement, and enhancement of curriculum and standards.  Homogeneous groupings Friday:  Computer Lab  Technology, Digital Media, and Animal Watch  Writing activities  Classroom projects

14. Programs Renaissance  Students are rewarded for their hard work and academic growth. Student of the Month  Character traits and lifelong skills are recognized and rewarded.  Bulletin Board and Guerra Teacher Web recognition. Donations  Posted on each door Cookie Dough Fundraiser  Be a part of the coyote team  Money raised goes directly to our students through activities, rewards, extra supplies and “FUN.”  Kick-off is Tuesday, August 6 th  Flat donations are accepted

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16. Thank you for coming!!! Dear Parents, Welcome to our 6th grade classroom! We believe that what occurs here will impact your child’s future. Therefore…our time here will be extremely well spent. Your child may come home exhausted at times from all of the thinking required. We will make each class count! We’re sure we’ll have a fantastic group of young people in this class. We anticipate an incredible school year. With your help, constant communication, and teamwork WE will make this happen. Here’s to a fantastic 2013-2014. Sincerely, Mrs. Guerra & Mrs. Haddock