Fun Facts About 6th Grade
Who are the top dogs of the school?
Sixth graders!
What is the expectation around lunch time and eating?
If you and a friend are having a conflict, what are some things you can do so it doesn't get worse or cause drama?
Give each other space
Don't talk about the other person to mutual friends
Ask if you can talk one on one at a later time
Apologize for your part in the conflict
Are you allowed to use a friend's phones to scroll on social media?
NO. Social media is addicting and harmful. You aren't old enough.
A big group of kids all start running in the same direction. You're pretty sure there is a fight that is about to happen. What do YOU do?
Walk the other way, find a safe space.
The average sixth grader reads ___ minutes a day.
30 minutes
In everything we do, we always give our...
best effort
What are the qualities of a good friend?
Encourages you to be your best
Consistently kind and respectful to you and others
Respects your comfort level
Brings you joy and laughter
Likes you for your true self
If you see anyone with vapes, or drugs, you should
You see someone who you don't know very well being teased again and again by people in your grade. What should you do?
Report it
Go over to the kids in your grade and tell them to stop.
Go up to that person later and ask if they are okay.
How many hours of sleep do 6th graders need to stay healthy and do well in school?
9-10 hours
Using bad words is...
an ugly way to talk (not allowed)
When you need to share your feelings with someone who hurt or upset you, what's the best way to communicate them?
Using "I" statements, instead of "you" statements
If you are sick, it is respectful and courteous to your classmates and teacher to...
wear a mask.
A group of boys begin playing with you and your friends. They begin to pull hair, push the girls around, and also touch their butts. What can you do?
Loudly and confidently say "Don't ever touch me like that." Then, tell us what happened so you don't have to deal with it alone.
Biologically speaking, what major hormonal change do many girls go through between 6 - 8th grade?
Puberty (they start their period)
How do we treat people who aren't our friends?
We treat everyone with respect, kindness, and are friendly (eye contact, smiling).
What does "bodily consent" mean?
Having the right to decide what happens to your own body and making sure you get a clear "yes" from others before touching them (for example: Asking if you can give a hug before going in for one)
Your "friend" offers you a sip from their gatorade bottle and it tastes super weird. They laugh and tell you it had alcohol. What should you do?
As soon as you can, call us and let us know what happened so we can help you.
This is why you don't share any food or drinks.
Why is your education important?
It is the gateway to achieving your dreams. It will give you financial idependence. You will have a happier life.
Tell your friends to stop or let it go.
Stand up for that person being teased.