Welcome to Open House

1. Welcome to Open House Mrs. Gilbertson’s 6th Grade

2. As your teacher, I will… • be well prepared for each lesson. • strive to make learning fun. • set high expectations for my students. • create a positive learning environment by being fair and consistent with students.

3. Roosevelt 6th Graders will… • always do their best. • come to school ready to learn. • be courteous and respectful of self and others. • set a good example for younger students. • work to make learning fun.

4. As parents, you will… • support the teacher and your child in his/her learning. • set high expectations. • give your child the opportunity to succeed by providing for their basic needs of love, food, clothing, and shelter.

5. School / Home Communication • Monthly Roosevelt Newsletter • Weekly Classroom Newsletter • Mid-term Report • Quarterly Grade Reports • Conferences twice/yr. • Overdue Homework Notices.

6. More Communication! • Internet- Campus Gradebook. • Email- gilbertd@wtn.k12.sd.us • Phone calls as necessary.

7. Additional Programs • GIFT --an after school homework room in library. Can be attended voluntarily or assigned by teacher. • AR-- students are given incentives through the library and classroom to achieve reading goals. • Honor Roll-- awards are given at the end of each quarter and at the end of the year. • Fun Day-reward given at the end of each month to students completing their homework on time.

8. Mrs. Gilbertson….. Teaches Math, Science, Lang. Arts, and Spelling Mr. Ewald…. Teaches Reading and Social Studies. Your Teachers

9. Sports • Boys’ Flag Football • Boys’ Basketball • Wrestling • Girls’ Volleyball • Girls’ Basketball • Elementary Cross Country Run • Annual Fit for Life Program and Run.

10. I’m looking forward to a great school year! Good Parents + Good Teachers = GREAT STUDENTS It’s a winning equation!!