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6th Grade Syllabus

cet001
Sep 3, 2015
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Religion:

Topics Covered:

We will use the Loyola series, Christ Our Life to study the Hebrew Scriptures (the Old Testament) and other tenets of our Catholic faith. The class will explore the Bible and how we approach it as Catholic Christians. We will look at how God reveals Himself to us in the Hebrew Scriptures and how He formed a family of faith that eventually became our own family, Christianity. Highlights include study of Exodus, the Ten Commandments, the Judges, Kings Saul, David and Solomon, the Exile, and some of the Prophets.

We will also celebrate our Catholic faith and Holy Days throughout the Church Year. We will study the saints and students will write one report about a saint. Prayer services in Church will be a regular part of our class. Our faith is integrated into each subject throughout the day.

We will plan and attend weekly Mass on Friday. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Tests:

Students should expect tests every 6-7 schooldays.

Math:

Topics Covered:

We will use the Houghton/Mifflin text, Math Steps, to study decimals, fractions, percent’s, beginning geometry, integers, and beginning algebraic equations.

Student will keep a separate notebook and use it to make their own “interactive notebook” by writing down directions and examples for how to solve different math equations and problems. Students will also use a consumable Math book for most assignments.

Daily lessons and practice will be followed by an assignment in class, but will need to finish at home. This gives me the chance to answer questions in the classroom and to re-teach the concept if necessary.

Tests:

Students should expect to be tested on math concepts every two-three weeks.

Reading/Spelling:

Topics Covered:

We will use the Macmillan/McGraw Hill series, Treasures, to develop reading skills. Workbook assignments and creative activities are a part of the weekly expectations.

Spelling assignments also follow a weekly routine. Spelling words and vocabulary from the story will make up the weekly content. Workbook assignments will be given and checked weekly.

Tests:

Students should expect a test each week on the story and skills practiced during the week. The comprehension test is on Friday of each week.

There will also be a spelling test every Friday.

Book Reports:

Students can expect to write four - six book reports this year. A grading rubric for book reports will be provided and should be followed by the student.

Science:

Topics Covered:

We will use the Harcourt Science series, Science, in our classroom this year. This school year we hope to cover:

Interactions in Ecosystems, including a four-day visit to Camp Lael to study outdoor education in depth.
Understanding Living Things, including the structure and life processes of a cell, mitosis, cell differentiation, bacteria, protists, fungi, and viruses.
Matter and Energy, including physical and chemical properties and changes; elements, compounds, and mixtures; acids and bases; atomic structure; mass, volume, and density.
Cycles on Earth and In Space, including characteristics of the ocean, waves and tides, the water cycle, and Earth’s weather patterns.
Forces and Machines, including gravity, friction, speed, simple machines, and measuring changes in motion.

Notes:

Students will keep a separate notebook consisting of:

Chapter vocabulary- Vocabulary must be first in the notebook. Students will underline the words (or highlight them), number them, and define them.
Chapter outline- The outline of the chapter follows the chapter vocabulary. Students will outline each section using Roman numerals (will be taught together in class).
Review questions- Student will write out the “Test Prep” questions at the end of each section, and answer them. There will be two for each section. Questions must be written out.

This will constitute a significant portion of their science grade (50% along with tests). We will learn how to outline a chapter together in class.

The science notebook will be handed in on test day for grading. Handwriting must be legible and notebook should only consist of science vocabulary, notes and questions.

Tests:

Students should expect tests every 6-7 days.

Science Fair:

Science Fair projects are mandatory in 6th grade. The Science Fair is in February.

English:

Mrs. Yaros

cyaros@bishopkelleylapeer.org

www.bksenglish.weebly.com

In 6th grade English, we will be studying grammar and applying it to different forms of writing. Students will refine their writing skills daily through the use of journals, writing assignments, and other exercises. We will be using the Loyola Press series Voyages in English: Writing and Grammar as our textbook. Students are expected to bring their textbook and workbook to class each day, along with their homework, paper, and a writing utensil. In addition, all students will need two one-subject notebooks. One will be used for taking notes; the other will be used for journaling. This journal will stay in the classroom at all times and is not to be used for any other subject. Please have these on hand the first day of class.

Grading:

Tests/Quizzes 50%

Homework 30%

Journals/Notes 20%

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Students will need to bring in one small container of Play-doh by October 1st for my class. Also, please consider investing in a flash drive to save typed assignments.

Social Studies:

Text: The World, Scott Foresman Social Studies is a blend of Geography, Archaeology, History and Sociology. In this textbook we examine ancient cultures, their inhabitants and how they interacted with their environment. We will begin with early hunters and gatherers 4 million years ago. We move on to early civilizations in Mesopotamia, the Fertile Crescent, Babylon and Jerusalem. Eventually, we discover what life was like in most of the continents on Earth in ancient times. The chapters in the Social Studies book are relatively short. There will be a test almost every week to ten days. The tests are challenging. However, we do review what they need to know before each test. Your child should bring home studying materials before each test. Before beginning ancient cultures, the sixth grade students will spend time learning about our own 50 United States and capitals. We will spend class time reviewing the states and capitals through games and music. Students also take a practice test set up exactly like the final test. It is a blank U.S. map on which the students fill in the correct state name and its capital. The state must be spelled correctly to earn full credit. Any help you can give them at home would be appreciated. Sixth grade is a transitional year for our Bishop Kelley students. They are learning to handle more homework, more intense tests and more social interaction than 5th grade. Sixth grade students will be invited to attend the Junior High dances this year. They switch classes two times during the day. It is a very different world for them. It is also very exciting to see them grow into young adolescents. I am anticipating a great year! If you have any concerns, please contact me at Bishop Kelley.