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Welcome to 6 th Grade Parent Night!

Welcome to 6 th Grade Parent Night! . Welcome Video. 6th Grade Teachers: Red Team. Ms. Barron Social Studies Mr. Holman Science Mrs. Mahowald Math Mrs. Vernier Language Arts. 6 th Grade Teachers: White Team. Mr. Anderson Science Mrs. Martin Math & Social Studies

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Welcome to 6 th Grade Parent Night!

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  1. Welcome to 6th Grade Parent Night! Welcome Video

  2. 6th Grade Teachers: Red Team Ms. Barron Social Studies Mr. HolmanScience Mrs. Mahowald Math Mrs. Vernier Language Arts

  3. 6th Grade Teachers: White Team Mr. Anderson Science Mrs. Martin Math & Social Studies Mrs. Raml Language Arts Ms. Wallerich Math & Social Studies

  4. 6th Grade Teachers: Blue Team Mrs. Hurd Social Studies Mrs. Mathiasen Math Mr. Roering Language Arts Mr. Rosin Science

  5. 6th Grade Teachers: Support Team Mrs. Fernholz Mrs. Hoffman Mr. Jamison

  6. Daily Schedule • Student Advisory 8:35-9:00 • Period 2 9:05-10:00 • Period 3 10:05-11:00 • Lunch 11:00-11:30 • Period 4 11:35-12:35 • Study/Band/Choir 12:40-1:25 • Specialists 1:30-2:25 • Period 7 2:30-3:25

  7. Math Main topics covered: Fractions Decimals Percent Proportions Geometry Algebra Assess the basic skills Develop problem solving skills Incorporate technology Computers/websites iPads Student response system • Visit the Sixth grade math website: www.sartellgrade6math.weebly.com

  8. Science • Ecology • Science Fair • Diversity of Living Things • Classification • Waves • Electricity & Magnetism • Online textbook • www.classzone.com

  9. Social Studies Citizenship and Government • Civics • Functions of Government • Branches of Government Ancient Civilizations • Mesopotamia • Egypt • Greece • China • Rome Online textbookwww.classzone.com • *Develop reading comprehension & vocabulary skills!

  10. Language Arts • Novel Units: Tale of Despereaux, Maniac Magee, Hatchet • Poetry Unit: Love That Dog/Hate That Cat • Informative Speech Unit • Choice Literature Circles • Non-Fiction • State Standards

  11. Co-teaching at SMS • Why Co-Teach? • Provides for highly qualified teachers in the least restrictive environment • Provides a “strategies expert” for ALL students who are having difficulty • Students become active learners through frequent interaction and feedback. • All children learn from each other • Typical children become more accepting of individual differences • Improved self-esteem for special needs students • All students exposed to a variety of teaching styles and strategies • Students have role models

  12. www.sartell.k12.mn.us

  13. Schoologywww.schoology.com

  14. Study • Quiet, structured time for students to work on homework/late work • Late Work Policy: • 20% deduction if one day late, • 50% deduction if two or more days late. • Receive one-on-one help from teachers: back-scheduling • Opportunity to access the library and computer lab • Encourage reading for enjoyment • Complete “daily wrap” in agenda

  15. 6th Grade Specialists Theatre Physical Education Spanish Industrial Technology Band Choir Art Music

  16. TheatreMr. Cicharz • Write and perform a puppet show. • Write and perform a short play. • Perform a musical number from a Broadway show.

  17. 6th Grade MusicMr. Nordhues • Music of the Classical and Baroque eras • Composition and Performance • The Human Voice • Native American Music

  18. 6th Grade BandMr. Martinson • Lessons meet once a week for 20 minutes • Focus on tone production, proper technique, music reading and interpretation • Full Rehearsals meet opposite Choir so kids can be in BOTH groups • New and challenging music • Jazz Band Opportunity

  19. ChoirMrs. Nelson • Continued study: • Vocal Production • Music Reading • Musicianship • Teamwork • Voice Change! • Sing diverse repertoire of music from different ages and cultures • Opportunity for small group lessons every other week.

  20. Physical EducationMrs. Hanson, Mr. Olson, Ms. Wilfhert, Mr. Perske • 15-16 day rotation • 4 cycles • Appropriate clothing and footwear • Swimming – swim suit and towel • Wellness and Lifelong Skills

  21. ArtMs. Swoboda & Ms. Boline • Arts & Crafts from Ancient Civilizations including China, Africa, Mexico, and Indonesia • American Art, Architecture, & Perspective • Elements & Principles of Design

  22. Spanish SeñoraSchwantes, Señora Coles & Señorita Fisher • Basic Vocabulary related to classes, time, and activities • Simple stories and conversations • Upon successful completion of 6th, 7th& 8th Grade Spanish, students are able to take Spanish II at the High School

  23. Industrial TechnologyMr. Sprague • Explore computer aided drafting • Problem-solving skills • Knowledge of hand and power tools. • Small wood project

  24. SpecialServices Special Education Coordinator: Marlene Grindland Special Education Staff Pat Cicharz (gr 5) Speech & Language Tami Fernholz (gr 5-8) Cathy Ballard Cassie Gertken (gr 7-8) Kira Flicek Gena Groetsch (gr 5-8) Marcia Gaetz Kim Hess (gr 5-8) Erin Hoffman (gr 6) School Psychologist Greg Jamison (gr 6) Chris Belmont Kelly Nystrom (gr 7-8) Courtney Suemnick (gr 5-8) School Social Workers Mary Jo Vigoren (gr 7) Mary Michaud Tracey Watkin (gr 5) Therese Nierengarten Krista Ziemer (gr 8) School Counselor Luke Rude

  25. We look forward to a year full of celebrations!

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