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Welcome to Sixth Grade!

Welcome to Sixth Grade!. Avon Grove Intermediate School. schedule. 8:10-8:30 Homeroom 8:30-10:00 Block 1 10:05-10:45 Special 1 10:50-11:30 Special 2 11:35-1:00 Block 2 1:05-1:45 Lunch/ Recess 1:50-3:15 Block 3 3:15 Dismissal. SPECIALS CYCLES. 4 cycles including: Art

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Welcome to Sixth Grade!

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  1. Welcome to Sixth Grade! Avon Grove Intermediate School

  2. schedule 8:10-8:30 Homeroom 8:30-10:00 Block 1 10:05-10:45 Special 1 10:50-11:30 Special 2 11:35-1:00 Block 2 1:05-1:45 Lunch/ Recess 1:50-3:15 Block 3 3:15 Dismissal

  3. SPECIALS CYCLES 4 cycles including: • Art • Science Lab (Chemistry Unit) • Technology • Music • Physical Education/ Health (every cycle)

  4. Math Teachers Mrs. Mapes (Blue) Ms. McGuffin (Blue) Mrs. Vaughn (Orange) Mr. DiEmidio (Orange) Mrs. Reichwein (Red) Ms. Linderman (Red) Mrs. Flood (Purple) Mrs. Bennett (Purple) .

  5. Learning support math teachers Mrs. Drinker Mrs. Litchfield Mrs. Tinney

  6. mathematics concepts • Emphasis on mathematical reasoning and problem solving. • Oral and written communication about mathematics. • Alternative strategies encouraged and valued. • Actively engaged in working with materials and with peers to solve mathematical problems • Math maintenance sheets.

  7. course 1 topics • Numbers & Operations • fractions • decimals • whole numbers • Data & Statistics • Algebraic Concepts • Measurements • Number Theory • Geometry • Probability • 3D Figures & Surface Area • Ratios & Proportions • Integers & Coordinate Planes

  8. course 2 topics • Decimals and Integers • Exponents, Factors, and Fractions • Operations With Fractions • Equations and Inequalities • Ratios, Rates, and Proportions • Percents • Geometry • Measurement • Patterns and Rules • Graphing in the • Coordinate Plane • Display / Analyze Data • Using Probability

  9. pre-algebra topics • Algebraic Expressions & Integers • One-Step Equations & Inequalities • Decimals & Equations • Factors, Fractions, & Exponents • Operations with Fractions • Ratios, Proportions, & Percents • Multi-Step Equations & Inequalities • Linear Functions & Graphing • Spatial Thinking • Area & Volume • Right Triangles in Algebra • Data Analysis and Probability • Nonlinear Functions & Polynomials

  10. online textbook • Prentice Hall provides an online interactive textbook that your child will have access to. • Username and password will be provided to the students. https://www.pearsonsuccessnet.com/

  11. Language Arts teachers Mrs. Casarino (Blue) Mrs. Johnson (Blue) Ms. Bolt (Orange) Mrs. Goldovich (Orange) Mrs. Naylor (Red) Mr. Yohannan (Red) Mrs. Mantell (Purple) Mrs. Waldman (Purple) .

  12. Learning support LA teachers Mrs. Drinker Mrs. Holden Mrs. Litchfield Mrs. Tinney

  13. Language arts Concepts • Understanding and using writing traits. • Key concepts in written expression. • Emphasis on progression. • Writing and Research in ALL content areas. • Study Skills • Grammar • Oral Presentation skills

  14. reading UNITS Elements of Fictions Elements of Non-Fiction Elements of Poetry & Drama Literary Elements Persuasive Texts and Media Online Textbook: http://go.hrw.com/gopages/la-li.html

  15. social studies teachers Mrs. Casarino (Blue) Mrs. Johnson (Blue) Ms. Bolt (Orange) Mr. DeFelice (Orange) Mrs. Naylor (Red) Mr. Yohannan (Red) Mrs. Mantell (Purple) Mrs. Waldman (Purple) .

  16. social studies enduring understandings • Humans adjust to life based on their physical surroundings and they alter those surroundings to meet their needs and wants. (Geography) • Cooperation and conflict between groups of people have produced change in the world. (History) • There are different levels of government; each has its own responsibilities to work to form a unified government. (Government) • Trade influences economic structure and growth. (Economics)

  17. social studies units • Mesopotamia • Egypt • Greece • Rome • China

  18. science teachers Mrs. Mapes (Blue) Ms. McGuffin (Blue) Mr. DeFelice (Orange) Mr. DiEmidio (Orange) Mrs. Reichwein (Red) Ms. Linderman (Red) Mrs. Flood (Purple) Mrs. Bennett (Purple) .

  19. science big ideas • Celestial bodies have patterns of movement based on the force of gravity. • All objects obey universal laws relating force and motion. • Systems interact with one another, have specific needs, and continually adapt and change. • Relationships exist among organisms in different ecosystems. • Composition of Matter

  20. science units • Astronomy • Motion & Design • Populations and Ecosystems • Chemistry (Science Lab Special)

  21. homework • Typically given on a daily basis as determined by the teacher. • Expected to be completed the next school day unless otherwise specified. • Recorded in assignment books.

  22. assignment books • Excellent Parent/ Teacher communication tool. • Must be carried to each class. • Homework is written down daily in class. • NONE is written if there is no homework. • If a student loses it, they will have to pay for a new one. • Responsibility Calendars should be kept with the assignment book.

  23. responsibility calendar • Calendars should be signed with every mark AND every Thursday night. • Helps students monitor their personal behaviors and identify traits where there is room for improvement. • Communication tool between teachers, students, and parents.

  24. teacher websites • Accessible from AGSD homepage athttp://www.avongrove.org/agis/teachweb.html • Click on your child’s teacher’s name • Please check for AGIS calendar, announcements, assignments, due dates…

  25. Thursday folders • All papers sent home will be in the folder (PTA, AGRA, etc…) • Goes home with the youngest student at AGI. • Please ask your child to see their folder!

  26. behavior expectations EVERYONE HAS THE RIGHT TO LEARN Be Respectful Be Safe Be Responsible Be Fair Do your personal best every day!

  27. Edu link • District communication system • Automatically calls home for important information from AGI or the District • Snow Days • Reminders • Emergencies

  28. map testing MEASURES OF ACADEMIC PROGRESS • 3 times a year • 50-60 minutes typically (untimed) • Students will set goals for improvement • Tool for teachers to differentiate instruction • More information at www.nwea.org

  29. wellness policy • Full policy is located online at the Avon Grove Website. • When sending food in for a birthday treat or party, it is school policy that the food be preapproved prior to being sent in. • Water bottles are permitted in class. • Please provide a healthy/ appropriate snack for your child. Keep in mind, many classrooms are nut free

  30. field trips Sixth grade takes 2 field trips during the school year • Trip 1 is an educational field trip related to the curriculum. • Trip 2 is a celebratory field trip to mark the end of sixth grade. Both Trips are currently in the planning process. When locations have been determined, you will receive more information. **To chaperone a field trip you must have valid clearances on file with AGIS. If applying for clearances, please be aware it may take up to four weeks to get them in the mail.

  31. q & a General questions? Please see your child’s homeroom teacher for their PSSA results. Thank you for coming! We look forward to working with you and your child this year!

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