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Dr. George F. Mack Middle School presents the 2007 6th Grade Parent Night. Who is who?. Mr. MacDonald. Mr. Lamoreaux. Mrs. Northrup. Ms. Conjura. Our Sixth Grade Team. FOLDERS. Schedule & Map of Building
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Dr. George F. Mack Middle School presents the 2007 6th Grade Parent Night
Who is who? Mr. MacDonald • Mr. Lamoreaux • Mrs. Northrup • Ms. Conjura
FOLDERS • Schedule & Map of Building • Organization for Middle School (Supply List)- What not to bring- CD player, games, toys • Helpful Tips • Study Skills • Ten Things That Best Describe the Young Adolescent • Middle School Discipline • Sleep Patterns
Sixth Grade Requirements Math Social Studies Science English Reading Physical Education Language Survey: Tech, Music, Art, Home and Careers and Life Skills
Language Requirement • A language credit is required to earn a Regents diploma. • Middle School students can earn this credit before high school. • Students can choose French or Spanish. • Your student should plan to take foreign language in high school, if they plan to go to college.
How can I prepare my child for the change to Middle School academics? • Organization is key • Assignment Book (Planner) • Color-Coding • Math – Orange • Social Studies – Blue • Science – Green • English - Yellow • Homework Hotline (NEW #) 6th grade: 865-4116 ext.3142 • Lost & Found
Middle School Guidance • Your Changing Middle School Student (Young Adolescent Handout) • Parent Conferences/Contact • Open Door Policy/Referrals • Groups – need based • AVP (Alternatives to Violence Project)
Academic Intervention Services (AIS) • What is AIS? Academic Intervention Services • How does my child receive AIS support? - New York State Assessments in Math and ELA -Teacher Recommendations • What is available? ELA Lab After School Study Club Mandatory Help Time Summer School
READING IS KEY! • Sixth Grade Reading Program • Accelerated Reader Program • Summer Reading Logs • Independent Reading
Health Office • Chicken Pox Shots – Tdap • Attendance
Guided tour with Mrs. Northrup Refreshments and Conversation with all presenters in cafeteria What’s Next