Here are a few specifics:
With only about 3 weeks of school left, it can be easy for students to become complacent. Please continue to encourage your student to stay focused and finish strong; the learning doesn’t stop! Staying on top of grades, assignments, and effort is important as we wrap up the year.
We’re excited for our Talent Show on Thursday! We have several 6th grade students participating, and we’re looking forward to cheering them on. Please note that this event is not open to the public.
On Friday, students should report to school as usual for Hobby Day. Please make sure your student comes prepared with everything they need for their specific activity. Attendance will be taken, as this is considered a regular school day.
Lastly, a quick reminder about dress code expectations. Shorts should be an appropriate length; stomachs must be covered, and tops must have straps. Students not in dress code may be asked to call home for a change of clothes.
Thank you for your continued support!
English: This week we will read chapters 19-20 in The Lightning Thief and take the Unit 3-4 Vocabulary Test. We have spent time studying vocabulary packets in class, but please encourage students to study at home as well leading up to the test on Monday-Tuesday of this week. We will also be taking our end of year STAR test on Wednesday and Thursday. Encourage students to do their best on this as it marks their overall progress for the year.
At the end of The Lightning Thief novel unit, we will be watching the movie adaptation; comparing the similarities and differences between the novel and the film. The movie is rated PG for action violence and peril, some scary images, and suggestive material. If you do not want your child to participate in watching this film, please email me before the last week of school.
Math: We'll begin our Create-a-Game project using the skills we learned in math this year. Students will design and build a board game that other students will play. If students have missing work or need to retake a test, please schedule a time to come in after school.
Social Studies: An ofrenda is a special display created to remember and honor someone who has passed away. It comes from a Mexican tradition connected to Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), but in our class we will focus on remembering loved ones and celebrating their lives in a respectful, non-religious way. An ofrenda is a way to show love, share memories, and keep a person’s story alive. Students will be creating their own ofrenda using a shoebox. This project is meant to celebrate someone important to them, such as a family member or loved one who has passed away.
⭐ Shoeboxes work best for this project. The box should be colored or decorated in a color associated with the person they are honoring (for example, their favorite color or a color that reminds the student of them).
⭐ If possible, parents can help by spray painting or covering the outside of the box before it is brought to school.
⭐ It would also be very helpful for families to help students gather any of the information and materials listed below ahead of time. We will be putting the project together in class, but it certainly helps if students come prepared.
Students should also gather printed pictures (please do not send original photos) and think about meaningful memories of the person they are honoring. We will complete most of this project in class. While we appreciate the support at home, it is important that students complete the majority of the work themselves so they can fully engage in the learning experience.
⭐ Please do not send any items that you would be worried about getting lost or broken. Printed pictures and simple objects or drawings work perfectly.
Science: We will be learning about electrical circuits and practicing ancient machines with a popsicle stick catapult lab. We took several workdays last week to get caught up on missing assignments; please remind students to stay caught up as we approach the end of the school year.
PACK: The most common question I get asked is, “Why do I have to know this?” It is a fair question, and I know in my life when I learned the “why” I became more invested in the learning or follow-through process. This week we will be looking at fractions by reading a tape measure. I will bring in some lumber, screws, and a saw. We are going to learn about why fractions matter: The width of a saw blade, the measurements of a 2”x4”,how knowing how to read and do basic math with fractions matters in the world of Pinterest ideas, construction, and being self-sufficient DIYers. We will do some cutting and assembling and we will have a writing assignment. Let me know if you have concerns or issues.
STEM: In STEM this week, students will wrap up their electricity exploration using Snap Circuits and begin learning about paper circuits. As we wind down the school year, please remind students to complete any missing bellringers if they have been absent. The last bellringer for credit will be on May 13th and 14th. Our Unit 5 quiz will take place on May 15th (A-Day) and May 18th (B-Day). Retakes will be available May 19th and 20th only, before or after school. Please make arrangements ahead of time if those dates do not work. Thank you! I will only be available on Wednesday to help students after school this week.
Warmly,
The 6th Grade Team
Kimberly Middle School
Actualización Semanal de 6º Grado, 4–8 de mayo
Aquí van algunos detalles:
Con solo unas 3 semanas de escuela restantes, es fácil que los estudiantes se relajen un poco. Por favor sigan motivando a sus estudiantes a mantenerse enfocados y terminar fuerte—¡el aprendizaje no se detiene! Es importante seguir al día con calificaciones, tareas y esfuerzo mientras cerramos el año.
¡Estamos emocionados por nuestro Talent Show el jueves! Tenemos varios estudiantes de 6º participando y estamos listos para apoyarlos. Tomen en cuenta que este evento no está abierto al público.
El viernes, los estudiantes deben asistir a la escuela como normalmente para Hobby Day. Por favor asegúrense de que traigan todo lo que necesitan para su actividad. Se tomará asistencia ya que es un día escolar regular.
Por último, un recordatorio rápido sobre el dress code. Los shorts deben ser de largo apropiado, el abdomen debe estar cubierto y las camisetas deben tener tirantes. Si no cumplen, se les puede pedir que llamen a casa para cambiarse.
¡Gracias por su apoyo siempre!
English: Esta semana leeremos los capítulos 19-20 de The Lightning Thief y tomaremos el examen de vocabulario de las Unidades 3-4. Hemos practicado en clase, pero por favor anímenlos a estudiar en casa para el examen del lunes-martes. También tomaremos el examen STAR de fin de año el miércoles y jueves—anímenlos a dar lo mejor, ya que mide su progreso del año.
Al final del libro, veremos la película y compararemos diferencias entre el libro y la película. La película es PG (algo de acción, escenas intensas). Si no quieren que su estudiante la vea, por favor mándenme un correo antes de la última semana de clases.
Math: Comenzaremos un proyecto de crear un juego usando lo aprendido este año. Si tienen trabajo faltante o necesitan repetir un examen, por favor programen tiempo después de clases.
Social Studies: Una ofrenda es una forma de recordar a alguien que ha fallecido. Viene de la tradición mexicana del Día de los Muertos, pero en clase lo haremos de forma respetuosa y no religiosa. Los estudiantes crearán su propia ofrenda usando una caja de zapatos.
⭐ Las cajas de zapatos funcionan mejor. Deben decorarse con un color significativo.
⭐ Si pueden, ayuden pintando o cubriendo la caja antes de traerla.
⭐ También ayuda mucho reunir materiales con tiempo.
Los estudiantes deben traer fotos impresas (no originales) y pensar en recuerdos importantes. La mayor parte se hará en clase.
⭐ No envíen objetos importantes o frágiles.
Science: Aprenderemos sobre circuitos eléctricos y haremos un laboratorio con catapultas de palitos. También es importante seguir al día con tareas mientras se acerca el final del año.
PACK: Una pregunta común es “¿para qué sirve esto?”. Esta semana veremos fracciones usando una cinta métrica. Traeré materiales para construir y ver cómo se usan en la vida real (construcción, proyectos DIY, etc.). Habrá práctica y una tarea escrita.
STEM: En STEM, terminaremos nuestra exploración de electricidad con Snap Circuits y comenzaremos con paper circuits. Por favor recuerden a los estudiantes completar cualquier bellringer faltante si han estado ausentes. El último bellringer con crédito será el 13 y 14 de mayo. El quiz de la Unidad 5 será el 15 de mayo (A-Day) y 18 de mayo (B-Day). Los retakes serán 19 y 20 de mayo solamente, antes o después de clases. Por favor hagan planes si esas fechas no funcionan. Esta semana solo estaré disponible el miércoles después de clases para ayudar a estudiantes.
Con cariño,
El equipo de 6º grado
Kimberly Middle School
