WELCOME TO 6TH GRADE!

You are Rockin Crocs

OUR GOAL TONIGHT

Help you understand who we are Help you understand some differences between 5th grade

and 6th grade Give you a supply list and ways to get “ahead” now Dress code expectations Middle School expectations

MEET THE TEACHERS!

Mrs. Desmarais – Math Mrs. Miles – Social Studies Mr. Sturdivant – Language Arts Mrs. Myers - Science

5TH TO 6TH DIFFERENCES

5th Grade 6th Grade

Report cards say 1, 2, 3, 4

With one teacher most of the day

Rotating “specials” throughout the week

Cubby or desk to keep your stuff

Limited homework and tests

Report cards say A, B, C, D, F

Move to 4 core classes every day

Go to PE and your elective every day

Lockers with a combination lock (limited locker visits)

Homework each night and tests in all subjects

YOUR TYPICAL DAY

Arrive on campus at 7:45 and report to homeroom (read, work on homework, stay ahead)

GEAR UP – enrichment period Core 1 Core 2 Elective 1 Lunch Elective 2 Core 3 Core 4

WHAT DO YOU NEED FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL? Supply list (also available online) School website Team website Teacher websites Online grades

DRESS CODE

Boys Girls

No shirts with inappropriate content

No hats No sagging pants (no

visible undergarments No tank tops

Shorts must meet “6 inch rule”

No visible undergarments No shirts that show your

stomach NO LEGGINGS! If you think it might be

borderline, don’t wear it or bring a change of clothes

MIDDLE SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS

Bring your agenda everyday and use it everyday Take pride in what you do and be responsible for your

actions Turn work in on time Plan ahead! Make good choices Make new friends Have fun and be excited for a great year