Orientation - 6th Grade Mrs. Marti’s Room 2009-2010 School Year

1. Orientation - 6th GradeMrs. Marti’s Room2009-2010 School Year Welcome back to school!

2. Education/Teaching Experience Education • BS in Education – MLC, New Ulm • MA in Education, emphasis in Special Education – Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, WA Teaching License – State of MN renewed, 2009 Teaching Experience • Kent, Washington - Holy Trinity Lutheran School (various combinations of grades K-4) for 8 years. I even coached soccer! • Anoka-Hennepin School District – training adults, sub taught in K-8. • Bloomington Living Hope Lutheran School (Grades 5-8 1998 to present). Continuing Education • University of MN, Twin Cities Campus • Workshops at Hamline University and the Science Museum of MN • Bloomington School District Workshops

3. Professional Activities and Organizations • Member of Advisory Panel for the State of MN Science Test (2005-present). • State of MN Science Test Storyboard and Item Writer (2005-present). • Member of National Science Teacher’s Association (NSTA). • Member of the Minnesota Science Teacher’s Association (MnSTA). • Visiting team evaluator for the Minnesota Non-public School Accrediting Association (MNSAA) (2008-present).

4. This is how 6th Grade works! Find out what’s different and what’s the same!

5. School Year Theme Be the Bridge! John 14:6 “Jesus answered, I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”

6. Word of God • Catechism – Mrs. Marti • New Testament – Mrs. Marti • Memory Treasures • Mission money (collected the last day of each week) • Mission Projects (see green sheet) • Church Attendance

7. 6th Grade Teachers • Miss Bauder – Music, Chorus • Mrs. Koch – Literature, English • Mrs. Mohr – Geography • Mrs. Schmidt – Art • Mr. Zoellner – Math, Phy. Ed. • Mrs. Marti – Science, Catechism, New Testament, Spelling, Joyful Noise

8. Classroom Schedule • Check out the schedule in your packet (goldenrod sheet)! • Starting the day – Please be on time to school. Start time is 9:15AM. • Ending the day, dismissal times. • Before or after school students – Mrs. Aker’s Room.

9. Catechism • What is covered? • Exciting power point presentations, songs and skits. • Assessments: participation points, skit points, worksheets, tests.

10. New Testament • Capstone of Grades 2 and 4. • Taught with the best book, the Bible. • Application is stressed. • Assessment: worksheets, projects

11. Science • Hands-on • Technology of Paper first • Assessed: lab work, projects, notebooks, worksheets, tests. • Science Fair in the Spring • Scientific topic • Solid, repeatable experiment • Research all areas • Where things can go wrong • Topic – kids think they have to love it. • Experiment isn’t repeated enough • Research in only one area.

12. Spelling/Penmanship • A consumable book is used. • Some words may be added. • Test each Thursday. • Cursive handwriting will be taught using the spelling words. Letter grade will be given. • Writing the words is the best way to learn them.

13. Extracurricular Opportunities at BLS Acting/Public Speaking Music Opportunities • Band (new teacher)- fee • Piano lessons – fee • Chorus and Singing in Church • Joyful Noise Sports teams/Intramurals

14. Procedures • Absence or Tardy (late to school) • Sick child – note or email for school nurse • Notes, permission slips - please get these back on time. • Bathroom • Washing hands before lunch • Sharing food

15. Classroom Management • Student responsibilities and rights. (see beige sheet) • Respect yourself and others. Build up your classmates with your Christian words and actions. • Respect your teachers. Listen carefully and follow directions. Please ask questions if you need help. • Complete all assignments on time doing the best work you can do with your God-given talents. • Respect school property and school rules. • My teaching goal is to create a respectful Christian environment where each child is challenged to learn and grow in knowledge to the absolute best of their God-given ability! • Consequences (see white sheet- top) • Detention for Behavior Issues

16. Study Habits • Use of time at school • Homework (time/place at home) • Assignment notebook • Reports – planning, research, parent help • Consequences for incomplete or late work (see white sheet – bottom and back)

17. Preparing for the 6th Grade Year Be ready! • Brush up on your math facts and skills. • Read a few books before school begins. Don’t forget to read your Bible. • Have a plan so you can be organized. • You are ready! • Use the things to remember card (white sheet) on your mirror. Usually it’s not the big things that stress students, but forgetting the little things. • Don’t fall behind on homework. Schedule a time and place for homework. • Parents - let natural consequences work.

18. Bits and Pieces • Student charges $.25 for non-emergency phone use and for lost worksheets • Pop No open cans in hallway. Wait to purchase until lunch or later. • Gum None allowed • Dress code Parents, please monitor! • Book covers Please cover all books the first week of school. Grocery bags are the best! • Personal items: money, I-pods, video games, cell phones, etc. We are not responsible for these items – see handbook. • Gym shoes • School attendance and vacation planning • Lost & Found mark possessions • Bus Safety Parents and students please obey crossing guards. • Recruitment You are our best recruiters!

19. Tips for SUCCESS! • Be the Bridge: read God’s Word, pray, attend church regularly, tell others about Jesus. • Communicate with teachers! • Try, try, try your hardest! • Imagine success! • Smile - have a positive attitude!!! • Show your Christian acts!

20. Website Teacherweb.com Follow the instructions to find your Homeroom teacher, Mrs. Marti.