Welcome to Curriculum Night

1. Thank you for coming. You are the most important part of your child’s education! We look forward to partnering with you. • We would love to answer your questions. If there is anything that doesn’t get answered tonight, please feel free to contact us! Welcome to Curriculum Night

2. Six-Plus One Traits of Writing • Writing Process • Prewriting, Drafting, Evaluate & Revise, Proofread and Publish • Write for a variety of audiences and for a variety of purposes • Technology (Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, etc.) • Typing/keyboarding skills • Speaking/Listening Skills • Weekly Packet Language Arts

3. Journeys: our adopted textbook of short stories • Literature Studies-students are encouraged to purchase their own copies of the five novels we will be reading • Project-based Book Reports~ one per semester • Focus on expository and exemplar text • Independent reading expectation of 30 min. nightly-monthly reading log documentation Reading

4. Common Core- McGraw-Hill textbooks • Critical thinking skills • Data analysis • Problem-solving skills • Academically rigorous/ multi-step problems • Textbook and additional resources are available through Infinite Campus. • Please read and sign the math policy coming home with your child tonight. • Imperative to memorize math facts Math

5. Science- • Scientific Method, History & Importance of Scientists' Contributions, Plant & Animal Cells, Mechanical, Electrical and Thermal Energy, Human Body Systems, Weather/Atmosphere, and Bodies of Water • Social Studies- • Geography, Map Skills, Ancient Civilizations from Mesopotamia to Rome, Middle Ages/Renaissance, and World Religions • Current Events (2 per quarter) Science/Social Studies

6. Internet User Agreement-new BYOT policy: personal and mobile devices approved for educational use (Smart phones, Nooks, and iPads are encouraged and used for reading and teacher approved activities with use of secure district wifi) • Computers (6th grade C.O.W.) • Gain knowledge about technology • Develop skills to use the technology • Apply and interact with technology • Cell Phones • Unless being used in the classroom for academic purposes, all phones must remain in silent mode and stored in their backpack while on campus. Violations of this policy will result in a reflection form and loss of technology privileges for the duration of the year. Technology

7. Assignments will receive a 25% deduction if one day late, a 50% deduction (2 or more days late) and will be marked as missing and calculated as a zero if not turned in at all. • Purpose is to reinforce skills • Spend up to 60 minutes a night in accordance with the district policy • Agendas will be used daily and come home nightly • Zero hour will be offered Monday-Friday at 7:45 a.m. Please check schedule for specific location. Assignments

8. Character Counts • Class Discipline • Pillars of good character • A reflection form will be issued due to 2 or more incomplete/missing assignments, behavior issues (teacher’s discretion), dress code violations, etc. • Communiqué = A Reflection Form • Reflection Forms~ 3 strikes and you’re out! • Misconduct ticket ~ Severe behavior ~ Referral to Dean ~ Loss of Quarter Party • STAR Room ~ Reflection room for behavior • Positive Reinforcement • End of the Quarter Celebrations (for students with less than three reflection forms and passing grades of a 60% or higher) Discipline/Character Counts

9. Please make sure your child is at school on time ~ 8:25. Excessive tardiness will be referred to the office for further action. • All tardy students need to check in at the office and head to block. • We understand children get sick, and there are family emergencies, etc. Students need to come to zero hour to retrieve missed assignments. • Please schedule your vacations around the district calendar. Tardiness and Attendance

10. Hats and sunglasses may only be worn outside • No artificial hair colors or disruptive hair styles (Kool-aid, hair dye, etc.), also make-up is discouraged • No obscene, vulgar or inappropriate graphics on shirts • Make sure straps are at least 1 inch wide • No short shorts! • Hygiene counts! • For additional information please read the district handbook (i.e. skirts/shorts/tank-tops/flip-flops) Dress Code Highlights

11. Please make sure that your child comes to school with their lunch, assignments, and school supplies. • Please provide your child with a healthy snack (2 designated snack times each day). • No soda or red beverages in the classroom. • Please make sure that your child has a water bottle each day. • Breakfast prices are now $1.60. • Lunch prices are now $2.75. • Please keep your child’s food account up to date. • Homemade goods (birthdays, holidays, etc.) are not permitted. • Pizza needs to be approved by teacher and cafeteria prior to party date. Snack and Lunch

12. Progress Reports and Report Cards: will be ON-LINE ONLY this year. • It is imperative that you log-in on Infinite Campus Parent Portal to view grades throughout the year. • If you are not sure how to do this, refer to the handout or visit Carolina in the front office tonight. • Letter Grades • Push Notifications- enable notifications to be alerted of missing and late assignments, attendance, and up-to-date grades. Grades

13. Check your child’s agenda daily and read the nightly e-mail from Mr. Norris to stay on top of all assignments and due dates. • E-Mail – easiest contact • Voice Mail, Phone calls, Notes home • Teacher Web Pages • Individual Teacher Pages • Sixth Grade Team Page • Please limit classroom disruptions (after school arrangements, lunch, water bottles, etc.) Communication

14. Parent Pick up Lane • Please pull all the way forward in the parent pick up lane. • Please refrain from using your cell phone while in the parent pick up lane. • Children need to exit the car on the side closest to the curb. • If your child needs assistance, please park in the parking lot and walk him or her to the building. Please do not get out of your car in the parent pick up lane. • When picking up your child after school, please utilize your sign that you received from the front office. The sign should have child’s/children’s last name and grade displaying in the window while in the parent pick up lane. Pick up goes quicker and smoother when these signs are displayed .  • Only cross at the designated cross-walk where the crossing guard on duty will assist you. • Thank you so much for your help in keeping our Heroes safe and for making drop off and pick up a pleasant experience!

15. Art Masterpiece • Junior Achievement • PTO • Donations • Field Day • Copy help Volunteers Are Appreciated

16. An art enrichment program that is based on an entirely volunteer basis. • Volunteer Art Guides do not have to have a background in art or even be creative. • Lessons are prepared and training is provided on how to teach the lessons. • Volunteers teach 6 lessons spread throughout the school year. Each lesson is 1 hour long. • Hull has a dedicated art classroom to teach these lessons! • Check out the Art room today – Room #28 • The students LOVEthe art classes and always have a fun time. • Sign up today with your teacher! • Contact Kristen Boyd athullartmasterpiece@gmail.comfor more information. Art Masterpiece 2017-18

17. Sixth Grade 2017-18 Lessons

18. HULLELEMENTARY Science Camp 2016 Science Camp 2018

19. Details Where? Prescott Pines, Prescott, AZ Located on 85 acres adjacent to the Prescott National Forest Has been providing Outdoor Education facilities for over 10 years Licensed by Yavapai County to operate a camp facility Member of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce When? Wednesday, April 4th - arrive at camp 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 6th - return to Hull by 2:55 dismissal time

20. Classes Offered Night Hike Forensic Science Archery Low Rope Challenge Owl Pellet Dissection ** 6th grade teachers will decide on classes as they fit into our curriculum

21. Facilitated Fun Campfire - yes this includes S’mores!!! Human Foosball Gaga Ball Skit Night

22. Sounds Great….what’s the cost? Fee per student - $150 to be paid in full by Sept. 22nd Includes lodging, meals and transportation. The activity fee must be paid on-line via Infinite Campus or as a tax credit donation. No money will be accepted at the school site, including the front office. Fee per chaperone - $100 ( paid by chaperone)

23. Tax Credit Donations • Forms are included in packets and payments can be made on-line, as well as, through Infinite Campus. • Now up to: $400 (if you file jointly) $200 (if you file single) • Funds field trips, activities in classrooms, educational opportunities, such as: Science Camp, Greek Olympics, quarter parties, etc.

24. Please stop by to meet the principal, Mrs. Cheryl Bromich • Don’t forget to set up your child’s lunch account • Bus riders~ see the transportation table in the main hallway. • Please make arrangements for after school – BEFORE school, each day. • Safety Patrol: • Students who signed up for Safety Patrol Club, please check your schedule and be ON TIME! Wrap-up Reminders