Similarities/Differences
A difference between 5th and 6th grade
Different teachers, more challenging work, different lunch/recess time, YOU are the role models of the building
The subjects you are taking next year in 6th grade are basically the same classes you take this year.
True (ELA, math, social studies, and science)
Will you still have Mrs. Petro for a music teacher in 6th grade?
Yes!
One thing that will help you stay organized as a 6th grade student.
YOUR AGENDA!!!!!!
A similarity between 5th and 6th grade
Same core classes (ELA, math, science, and social studies) or same specials
Mr. Okafor HATES snacks
False! He loves food!
Is Mrs. Bohnel the principal for 6th graders?
No! Mrs. Bohnel is the other amazing school counselor; *Mr. Zwahlen is our principal!
Do 6th graders have RTI during ELA?
Yes-- RTI will continue in 6th grade!
Is the class size very different in 6th grade?
No-- same class size (about 20-25 students/teacher)
6th graders have band and chorus before school
True!!--- Make sure you go to bed early!
***Daily Double***
Name two teachers who teach both 5th and 6th grade classes.
Mrs. Joyce, Mr. Perry, Mr. Lancy, Mr. Bottazo, Mrs. Petro, Mr. Kuhn, etc.
Do 6th graders still have readers and writers workshop?
YES! That's what ELA is!!!
Will homework be different and more challenging in 6th grade?
Yes. Each grade you reach will be a little more challenging, but you are WELL prepared!!!
You will no longer travel with the same students to each of your classes; instead you will have a new group of students in each of your classes just like you will have at Dake.
False! Same group of students that travel throughout the day together.
Name three ELA teachers in 6th grade.
Mrs. Sawh, Mrs. Truesdell, Mrs. Weber, and Mrs. Greco
What types of responsibilities do 6th graders have here at Iroquois? What might our expectations be since you will be the "top dogs" of the building?
Be a role model! Do the right thing. Be kind. Treat your classmates with respect. Be polite. Work hard.