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Allen Elementary School

Whitley - Sixth Grade

Welcome to the 6th grade.  Mrs. Baldie and Miss Whitely are your teachers for this year.  Mrs. Baldie will teach reading and Miss Whitely Math.  

Your courses are as follows         
 
                                                                Mrs. Baldie is the reading teacher.
                                                                                          

Reading

Students will be taught strategies used by strong readers in the areas of comprehension, fluency, and vocabulary acquisition.  Students are also expected to complete monthly book projects on various genres.  Mrs. Baldie will teach reading to all three classes this year.         

 

Writing

Sixth grade writing instruction includes using the 6 Traits of Writing taught through various genres such as persuasive, descriptive, creative, etc. The district’s Write Source writing curriculum and district assessments will be used.

Spelling

The Harcourt curriculum includes a spelling component that will be used that includes a spelling pattern each week and a weekly spelling test. Each student will have an individualized spelling list every week that matches their spelling needs.

Mathematics

Students will continue computational work, along with problem solving, fractions, decimals, geometry, percentage, probability, and algebra by using the “Connected Mathematics” district curriculum. Mr. Whitley will teach math tthis year.

Social Studies

Using the Harcourt Horizons textbooks, students will study world regions. Units of study integrating reading, vocabulary, guided outlines, chapter tests and/or special projects.

Science

Using the district FOSS Science Curriculum
students will engage in three units over the course of the year: Models and Designs,
Mixtures and Solutions, and Earth History.  Students will be engaged in hands–on investigations during each unit of study. Mrs. Smith will teach Science to all three classes.
 
                                                   
                                                                           

Music/Band

Sixth graders have a variety of opportunities to explore and participate in vocal and instrumental music.  In addition to two periods of music, students may also participate in band before school two mornings a week..

PE/Health
Students are to participate in two periods of PE weekly. Appropriate clothing (sneakers, shorts/pants, etc.) is required for PE. Like last year, Health will be taught by the classroom teachers. 

Library
Sixth grade students will continue to have a weekly library period where they will explore a variety of genres.

Art
In-class opportunities using a variety of art mediums will be integrated into content areas throughout the year.

Field Trips
We attend a few field trips throughout the year.

 Sixth Grade Suggested Supply List
 
  •  College-ruled paper ** (at least 2 reams to start)

· Pencils** (if mechanical, bring plenty of lead)

· Erasers (pencil toppers)

· Three-ring binder

· Tab-index dividers  (6 tabs)

· Manual pencil sharpener (must have holder for shavings)

· 2 Black Sharpie pens: one ultra thin, one regular

· Scissors

· Colored pencils

· 2 Ballpoint pens (red or blue)

· Highligher

· 2 Large glue sticks

· Pencil pouch/box

· Calculator

· Protractor

· Ruler labeled labeled with both metric & standard

· Pocket dictionary (thesaurus recommended too)

· Large box of tissues for class 

· A flashdrive

And…

     A positive outlook,

strong work habits,

       a respectful attitude,

and a desire to learn and have fun!!!

(P.S. Please put your name on ALL supplies.)
 
**= Often these supplies do not last all year, please replenish as needed throughout the year.