Orange Team

Welcome parents, family and friends to Room 128,

Mr.Fisher. Please sign in at the front table. You

will also find a copy of your child’s schedule on the front table.

Sixth Grade• Each student is a member of a 4-teacher

team, each teaching three subject areas. • All students begin the day receiving two

periods of Language Arts instruction followed by three core academic classes.

• The core academic classes are Science, Mathematics, and Social Studies.

• All sixth grade students take the same core academic courses with the exception of mathematics.

• In addition, each student participates in the Creative Arts Program, Health/Phys. Ed. Program and optional performance music classes. (Band, Chorus, Orchestra)

Orange Team Teachers• Language Arts– Mrs. Cerquone, Mr. Gordon,

Mr. Fisher, and Mr. Rothrock • Social Studies – Mr. Fisher, Mrs. Cerquone• Math – Mr. Gordon, Mr. Rothrock • Science – Mr. Rothrock- Levers and Pulleys

Mr. Fisher- Models and DesignsMrs. Cerquone- Life ScienceMr. Gordon- Gravity and Motion

Orange Team Expectations

We have high expectations for our students and will hold them to a high standard of behavior and

academics.

• Be prepared- have everything you need for class.

• Be on time – be ready for class by time the bell rings. • Be respectful – to your classmates and to adults.

• Be responsible - for your actions, for your assignments, and for your success.

• Students are required- to make up any missed assignments due to absences.

What is 6What is 6thth Grade Grade Language ArtsLanguage Arts

What is 6What is 6thth Grade Grade Language ArtsLanguage Arts

EnglishSixth grade English will focus on

three components. 1. The writing process2. Grammar skills 3. Reaffirm and support reading

skills.

WRITING EXPECTATIONS

• WRITING PROCESS– PERSONAL NARRATIVE– PERSUASIVE ESSAY– COMPARE AND CONTRAST– RESEARCH PAPER (done in Social Studies)– SHORT STORY– MANY OTHERS (friendly letter, directions,

poetry, etc)

Reading• Houghton Mifflin 2005• Leveled Readers• Novels/Projects• Assessment

– Practice Book (workbook pages)– Selection Test– Spelling Quizzes– Leveled Reader Comprehension Check– PSSA Practice Test– projects

Spelling• The students spelling list will be

generated from their reading vocabulary words.

• Spelling will be tested in conjunction with the vocabulary test at the end of each story.

Visit Houghton Mifflin On-line

• www.eduplace.com

HOMEWORK• Reinforce skills taught in the

classroom• Students are expected to complete

all homework assignments when due.

• Students may receive points toward their grade for completed assignments.

ASSESSMENT• HOMEWORK• PROJECTS / HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES • JOURNAL PAGES• GROUP PARTICIPATION• QUIZZES• TESTS

Study Guides, Notes and/or Vocabulary Lists will be presented during each chapter / area of study.

GRADING

A = 90-100B = 80-89C = 70-79D = 60-69F = 0-59

How can I help my child succeed in Middle School?

• Access grades on a weekly basis on-line with a personal pin number which is available in the office.

• Check folders/notebooks/planner• Review notes• Informal subject discussion at home• Homework webpage• Utilize community resources• Communicate everyday with your child

CONTACT INFORMATION• E-MAIL mfisher@cdschools.org• Phone

– 545-4709 ext. 328• Homework Online

– http://www.cdschools.org– Choose Central Dauphin East

Middle– Sixth Grade Orange Team – Homework

What is 6What is 6thth grade gradeSocial Studies?Social Studies?

What is 6What is 6thth grade gradeSocial Studies?Social Studies?

Social Studies

The Central Dauphin 6th grade curriculum will allow students to learn Social Studies utilizing the five strands. The five strands are geography, cultures, history, government and economics. These strands will be the focus while studying the different countries of the world.

Harcourt Horizons website: www.harcourtschool.com

Social StudiesPlaces of Interest……

CanadaMexicoCentral AmericaSouth AmericaAustraliaNew Zealand

HOMEWORK• Reinforce skills taught in the

classroom• Students are expected to complete

all homework assignments when due.

• Students may receive points toward their grade for completed assignments.

ASSESSMENT• HOMEWORK• PROJECTS / HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES • JOURNAL PAGES• GROUP PARTICIPATION• QUIZZES• TESTS

Study Guides, Notes and/or Vocabulary Lists will be presented during each chapter / area of study.

GRADING

A = 90-100B = 80-89C = 70-79D = 60-69F = 0-59

How can I help my child succeed in Middle School?

• Access grades on a weekly basis on-line with a personal pin number which is available in the office.

• Check folders/notebooks/planner• Review notes• Informal subject discussion at home• Homework webpage• Utilize community resources• Communicate everyday with your child

CONTACT INFORMATION• E-MAIL mfisher@cdschools.org• Phone

– 545-4709 ext. 328• Homework Online

– http://www.cdschools.org– Choose Central Dauphin East

Middle– Sixth Grade Orange Team – Homework

What is 6What is 6thth grade gradeScience?Science?

What is 6What is 6thth grade gradeScience?Science?

SCIENCE

The FOSS Science series will discuss and enrich the students in the area of SCIENTIFIC METHOD, MODELS and DESIGNS, GRAVITY and MOTION, LEVERS and PULLEYS, ECOLOGY, and DIVERSITY OF LIFE. Each unit is designed to allow students to maximize practice and understanding through hands-on learning.

* FOSS Website: www.fossweb.com

HOMEWORK• Reinforce skills taught in the

classroom• Students are expected to complete

all homework assignments when due.

• Students may receive points toward their grade for completed assignments.

ASSESSMENT• HOMEWORK• PROJECTS / HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES • JOURNAL PAGES• GROUP PARTICIPATION• QUIZZES• TESTS

Study Guides, Notes and/or Vocabulary Lists will be presented during each chapter / area of study.

GRADING

A = 90-100B = 80-89C = 70-79D = 60-69F = 0-59

How can I help my child succeed in Middle School?

• Access grades on a weekly basis on-line with a personal pin number which is available in the office.

• Check folders/notebooks/planner• Review notes• Informal subject discussion at home• Homework webpage• Utilize community resources• Communicate everyday with your child

CONTACT INFORMATION• E-MAIL mfisher@cdschools.org• Phone

– 545-4709 ext. 328• Homework Online

– http://www.cdschools.org– Choose Central Dauphin East

Middle– Sixth Grade Orange Team – Homework