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Join us for an informative evening where you will meet the teachers, learn about the curriculum, assessment methods, behavioral expectations, and important information such as field trips and supplies needed. Don't miss out on the opportunity to ask any questions you may have!
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WELCOME TO SIXTH GRADE PARENTS’ NIGHT Mr. Dane Kress Mr. Jason McAuliffe Miss Alexandra Ingram September 17th, 2013
Who are the teachers? • Mr. Dane Kress Phone # 610-473-1815 Email – dkress@boyertownasd.org • Mr. Jason McAuliffe Phone # 610-473-1804 Email – jmcauliffe@boyertownasd.org • Miss Alexandra Ingram Phone # 610-473-1826 Email – aingram@boyertownasd.org
Curriculum Reading and Language Arts • Guided Reading • Shared Reading • Reader’s Workshop • Writer’s Workshop • Spelling & Grammar • Word Work
Curriculum Mathematics • Guided small group instruction • Whole group instruction • Textbook website www.pearsonsuccess.net
Science Variables Weather and Water Mixtures and Solutions Microworlds Social Studies Canada Mexico Central America & the Caribbean South America CNN for Kids Curriculum
Assessment • Formative assessment • Tests, quizzes • Projects, reports, labs • Grammar usage in daily work and writing • Standards Based Report Card • Intervention and Enrichment
Organization • 3-ring notebook with dividers • Assignment Book • Green Pine Forge Folder
Homework • Math homework - Monday-Thursday • Spelling – Monday-Thursday, test Friday • Science or Social Studies – 10 min review • Reading – 20 min. per night • Absentee work • Missing or incomplete homework
Behaviorial Expectations THINK • Take care of each other with kind words and actions. • Help keep our school quiet and orderly. • I follow staff directions. • Need to be attentive and ready to learn. • Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
Supplies • Anti-bacterial wipes • Tissues • Bird Seed Replacement • Pencils and Pens • Eraser caps or blocks • Lined Paper • Black Dry Erase Markers
Field Trip • New York City • 1st or 2nd Tuesday in May • One parent may participate • Parent must have clearances • Cost for parent: $70-$90 • Cost for student: dependent on fund raising