A great big THANKS to ALL the parents that helped with wonderful Halloween activities and treats! We really appreciate all the efforts, fun, and enjoyment. Please have a safe Halloween weekend, and take Monday off to eat your candy AT HOME! :)
HOMEWORK:
Planner/RC signed 11/2
Read 30 minutes each day (record in planner)
Reading: Spelling test Tuesday. Book reports due Wednesday. Vocabulary/Comprehension Assessment Wednesday.
Language Arts: Memorize Poem "The Road Not Taken" Due: 11/10. Remember to practice it Loud, Slow, and Clear. The first half of the poem should be memorized by now to be keeping on track. Students will be graded in the following areas:
*Memorization
*Volume (Voice must travel to the back of the classroom)
*Fluency (Smooth and even)
*Rate (Speed. Not too fast; not too slow)
*Expression (Should not sound robotic or dull)
Students are being STRONGLY encouraged to not procrastinate memorizing their poem until the last minute. It only creates frustration.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Thursday, October 28, 2010
October 28, 2010
The mummy cases in our hallway look absolutely amazing! Way to go sixth graders!
Homework
Planner signed due 10/29
Soc. Studies: Egyptian Project due November 8, 2010. The projects that have been turned in are beautiful and great examples of quality work.
Language Arts: Memorize poem "The Road Not Taken". due: 11/10.
Homework
Planner signed due 10/29
Soc. Studies: Egyptian Project due November 8, 2010. The projects that have been turned in are beautiful and great examples of quality work.
Language Arts: Memorize poem "The Road Not Taken". due: 11/10.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
October 27, 2010
Homework:
Planner signed: 10/28
Read 30 minutes
Language Arts: DLP Sentences #7-10 due: 10/28. Come to class prepared to begin writing essay on "My Favorite Hobby." Memorize poem "The Road Not Traveled" by 11/10. Remember to practice it Loud, Slow, and Clear. Progress reports due: 10/28. All missing assignments due Friday, October 29.
Planner signed: 10/28
Read 30 minutes
Language Arts: DLP Sentences #7-10 due: 10/28. Come to class prepared to begin writing essay on "My Favorite Hobby." Memorize poem "The Road Not Traveled" by 11/10. Remember to practice it Loud, Slow, and Clear. Progress reports due: 10/28. All missing assignments due Friday, October 29.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Salt Dough Recipe
1 c. water
1 c. flour
2 tsp. vegetable oil
1/2 c. salt
2 tsp. cream of tartar
Cook on medium heat until mixture pulls away from the side of the pan. Dough should not be overly sticky.
1 c. flour
2 tsp. vegetable oil
1/2 c. salt
2 tsp. cream of tartar
Cook on medium heat until mixture pulls away from the side of the pan. Dough should not be overly sticky.
October 26, 2010
Homework
Read 30 minutes.
Get planner signed.
Reading: Class time was spent reading "The Girl Who Married the Moon". Questions 1-7 were half finished by most students, if not, it is homework. We will correct/discuss tomorrow. Spelling WS and Vocab WS that was given on Monday for Spelling/Vocabulary words are due to correct tomorrow, too. Book reports are due Thursday, November 4th, during class time. Tuesday, November 2nd, reading calendars will be passed out.
Math Pg 382 # 6-32 Division of 2 fractions.
Math Progress reports were sent home on Monday. Please review this with your student and return to school signed. All make-up or late work in math is due Fri. Oct. 29th.
Social Studies: Tomorrow is another "in class" work day. Students should have their research almost finished for their Egyptian project. Rough drafts or sketches should be nearly completed to be on schedule.
Science: Students will need a flashlight again on Tuesday, November 2.
Language Arts: DLP Sentences #4-6 due 10/27. "Beginnings of Basketball" Wkst. due: 10/27. Progress Report signed by a parent due 10/28. If it is signed and returned on 10/27, it will earn extra credit. Memorize poem "The Road Not Taken" due 11/10. Remember to practice it Loud, Slow, and Clear. All make-up or late work is due Friday, October 29.
Read 30 minutes.
Get planner signed.
Reading: Class time was spent reading "The Girl Who Married the Moon". Questions 1-7 were half finished by most students, if not, it is homework. We will correct/discuss tomorrow. Spelling WS and Vocab WS that was given on Monday for Spelling/Vocabulary words are due to correct tomorrow, too. Book reports are due Thursday, November 4th, during class time. Tuesday, November 2nd, reading calendars will be passed out.
Math Pg 382 # 6-32 Division of 2 fractions.
Math Progress reports were sent home on Monday. Please review this with your student and return to school signed. All make-up or late work in math is due Fri. Oct. 29th.
Social Studies: Tomorrow is another "in class" work day. Students should have their research almost finished for their Egyptian project. Rough drafts or sketches should be nearly completed to be on schedule.
Science: Students will need a flashlight again on Tuesday, November 2.
Language Arts: DLP Sentences #4-6 due 10/27. "Beginnings of Basketball" Wkst. due: 10/27. Progress Report signed by a parent due 10/28. If it is signed and returned on 10/27, it will earn extra credit. Memorize poem "The Road Not Taken" due 11/10. Remember to practice it Loud, Slow, and Clear. All make-up or late work is due Friday, October 29.
Help with Mummy Cases
Mummy cases are due Wednesday, Oct. 27. We need a few parents to help tape the mummy cases up in the hallway. You may come anytime on Wednesday. We might even need a little help on Thursday.
Thanks!
Thanks!
Monday, October 25, 2010
October 25, 2010
Homework
Planner signed - due 10/26
Read 30 minutes daily
Please bring a flashlight for Science. Any missing assignments from Heat must be turned in tomorrow, October 26, or they will be figured into the term Science grade as a zero.
Language Arts: DLP Sentences #1-3 due: 10/26. Memorize poem "The Road Not Taken" due: 11/10. Practice it Loud, Slow, and Clear.
Reading: ABC/Voc Definitions due tomorrow. Word lists for spelling and vocabulary words were passed out. ABC/Definitions will be given back after corrected tomorrow. TWO sources to use for studying.
Planner signed - due 10/26
Read 30 minutes daily
Please bring a flashlight for Science. Any missing assignments from Heat must be turned in tomorrow, October 26, or they will be figured into the term Science grade as a zero.
Language Arts: DLP Sentences #1-3 due: 10/26. Memorize poem "The Road Not Taken" due: 11/10. Practice it Loud, Slow, and Clear.
Reading: ABC/Voc Definitions due tomorrow. Word lists for spelling and vocabulary words were passed out. ABC/Definitions will be given back after corrected tomorrow. TWO sources to use for studying.
Friday, October 22, 2010
October 22, 2010
Homework
Responsibility Card signed - due 10/25
Read 30 minutes
Bring a flashlight for Science.
Spelling Test on Monday.
Responsibility Card signed - due 10/25
Read 30 minutes
Bring a flashlight for Science.
Spelling Test on Monday.
October 22, 2010
Homework
Responsibility Card signed - due 10/25
Read 30 minutes
Bring a flashlight for Science.
Language Arts: Handwriting Wkst. due 10/25. Poem: "The Road Not Taken" memorized by 11/10.
Responsibility Card signed - due 10/25
Read 30 minutes
Bring a flashlight for Science.
Language Arts: Handwriting Wkst. due 10/25. Poem: "The Road Not Taken" memorized by 11/10.
Egyptian Project Choices
Egyptian Museum Projects
1. Make a model of a water clock and write a description of how it worked. 50pts
2. Make a working model of a shadoof and write a description of how it worked. 50pts.
3. Do some research and mummify a chicken. Display pictures of each step. Write a caption for each picture. 100 pts. (Do NOT start this project now. It's too late!)
4. Make a sculpture of the Sphinx. Write a one- page essay about its significance in ancient Egypt. 40 pts
5. Make four tri-folds and glue them back- to- back. Make 3-D scenes of the following: Egyptian daily life, gods and goddesses, life on the Nile River, and ancient Egyptian achievements. 50 pts.
6. Invent a game to teach other students about Egypt. Include a page of rules, gameboard, cards, playing pieces, etc. 40 pts.
7. Make a pop-up book of at least five pages about ancient Egypt. Include a paragraph on each page. 100 pts.
8.Make an ABC book to teach terms to know while studying about ancient Egypt. Include a minimum of two sentences for each letter and 26 illustrations. 100pts.
9. Choreograph and perform a dance to tell the story of how Egypt was created. Choose appropriate music and costume. 50 pts.
10. Paint a mural (bulletin board size) depicting life in ancient Egypt. 100 pts.
11. Design an accordion book about the art and architecture of Egypt. 30 pts.
12. Write a minimum of a three-act play about the Egyptians’ beliefs about death. 50 pts.
13. Design a fashion catalogue for ancient Egyptians. Include fashions and accessories for a pharaoh, woman, priest, slave, merchant and child. 30 pts.
14. Become an artisan and make either a religious or death mask. Write a paragraph about masks. 50 pts.
15. Make a chart to show the significance of ancient Egyptian symbols. 15 pts.
16. Make a 3-D map of the Nile. See Ms. King for the requirements. 100 pts.
17. Make a model of a funerary boat. Explain the significance of the symbols. 50 pts.
18. Design a poster to show the different types of boats used by the Egyptians. 25 pts.
19. Make a map showing the various quarries in Egypt. 25 pts.
20. Design a picture book about the plants and animals of ancient Egypt. Make sure to explain the significance of each one. (minimum of 25 plants/animals) 50 pts.
21. Write a story using hieroglyphics. Write the translation under each symbol. 25 pts.
22. Make a book of at least 12 gods and goddesses. Describe their physical appearances and their purposes in a paragraph about each one. 40 pts.
23. Write a story about your life in ancient Egypt. (minimum of 5 paragraphs) You may NOT be a pharaoh, king, queen or god. You may be a priest, worker, soldier, merchant, farmer, slave, or visitor. 25 pts.
24. Make a chart that compares the height of several pyramids to the worlds’ highest structures. Use illustrations on your chart. 40 pts.
25. Design a book to explain Egyptian numbers. Solve 10 Egyptian math problems.(20)
26. Make a model of a felucca. 20 pts.
27. Construct a model of an Egyptian burial chamber. The burial chamber should include wall paintings, the sarcophagus with the coffin in it, canopic jars, and items this Egyptian would need in the afterlife. 100 pts.
28. Design a travel brochure for tourists visiting ancient Egypt. Include: a map, information about travel, 5 sites to see, information about the government, and other information a tourist would need. 50 pts.
29. Create a crossword puzzle using terms and information about Egypt. You must have a minimum of 20 clues. 15 pts.
30. Design a piece of jewelry that could have been presented to Nefertiti, or Nefetari by her pharaoh husband in recognition of her contributions. Write a 1-2 paragraph description of the piece and how it represents the queen. Keep in mind important gods/goddesses. 40 pts.
31. Write a research paper about the qualities and leadership skills of the New Kingdom’s seven great pharaohs. 50 pts.
32. Draw and label (or make a model) of a cross-section of a temple. Include: the pylon, courtyard, hypostyle hall, second hall, sanctuary, and the sacred lake. 50 pts.
33. Make a queen’s headdress and a pharaoh’s crown. (There are several types.) 25pts.
34. Make a model of a chariot and explain how it was used. 50 pts.
35. Write an essay about the contribution of women to the ancient Egyptian culture. (5 paragraphs) 30 pts.
36. Make three models of ancient Egyptian toys or games. 50 pts.
37. Make an ankh, a scarab seal, and a royal cartouche. 25 pts.
38. Make a farming display including some tools used in ancient times. 25 pts.
39. Imagine you are a person from ancient Egypt (slave, priest, farmer, pharaoh…etc). Give a two -minute speech on the way you think a person in Egypt felt. Include their beliefs, values, culture, and social status. 25 pts.
40. Write an essay on, “If I could be a pharaoh, I would be _____________________ because…” (Must be a minimum of three paragraphs with five facts about the pharaoh.) 20 pts.
41. Find an Egyptian myth or legend and retell it in you own words. (Consider costume, voice, and fluency) 20 pts.
42. Create a chart comparing what life would be like without the Nile and what life was like with the Nile. Include: agriculture, food supply, sanitary needs, family life, etc. 25 pts.
43. Compose an original piece of music or song about Egypt and perform it for the class. Report on ancient Egyptian musical instruments. Provide visual aides. 40 pts.
44. Change the lyrics of a popular song into lyrics about ancient Egypt. Perform your new song. 20 pts.
45. Make a poster about ancient Egyptian technology. Explain how it changed lives. (Minimum of five) 25 pts.
46. Create an ancient Egyptian newspaper. Write several new articles. Be creative with other sections of the newspaper (entertainment, business, sports, etc). 100 pts.
47. Make an Egyptian Book of the Dead. Write 2-3 paragraphs to explain how it was used. 20 pts.
48. Read a non-fiction book about ancient Egypt. Write a one-page summary of the book. 15 pts.
49. Produce a radio broadcast. Interview three important people of ancient Egypt. Include sound effects and a commercial. 40 pts.
50. Design a mail order catalog from an Egyptian retailer. Items must have a description and a "price". (i.e. 2 bushels of corn, 1 goat, etc.) Have each page feature a different category (furniture, food, animals, personal care/fashion, weapons, funeral equipment, etc) 100 pts.
51. Write a fractured fairytale with Egyptian characters. (i.e. Queen Nefertiti and the 7 Tomb Robbers) 30 pts.
52. Make an ancient Egyptian cookbook. Include recipes and illustrations. 40 pts.
53. Research ancient Egyptian medical practices. Write a medical handbook of cures and remedies for ailing Egyptians. 30 pts.
54. Make a cubit stick. Measure 15-20 common items of varying sizes. Graph/chart your measurements. 20 pts.
55. Make a shabti out of a bar of soap. 20 pts.
56. Mold the four canopic jars out of clay. Write a paragraph to explain their significance. 25 pts.
57. Make an obelisk in honor of your nome god/goddess. 20 pts.
58. Construct a pharaoh's crook and flail. 20 pts.
59. Prepare for an ancient Egyptian ceremony by making a sistrum. Write a paragraph to explain its use. 20 pts.
HOW TO EARN AN 'A'
1. Make sure that your name (first and last), date, and homebase teacher is on your project.
2. Turn your project in on time.
3. Draw thumbnail sketches to plan your project.
4. Write several rough drafts.
5. Frame/matte pictures and paragraphs.
6. Be careful not to have jagged edges when you cut something.
7. Think- BIG! BOLD! BEAUTIFUL! (Be aware of white space on displays.)
8. Make your lettering a uniform size.
9. Proofread!!!!!
10.Color in ONE direction! Use colored pencils unless your project calls for another medium.
11.Center titles and remember top, bottom, and side margins.
12.Use appropriate materials i.e. graph paper for a graph, art paper for art, final draft writing paper for anything that is written.
13.Securely glue down items. Use an appropriate amount of glue and the proper glue for your project.
14.Turn in QUALITY WORK!!! (No smudges, smears, tears, food stains, sloppy handwriting, words that are misspelled, inaccurate information, copying from a book or the Internet, incomplete projects, paper ripped from a notebook, projects that are taped instead of glued, sloppy coloring and coloring outside of the line, etc.)
15.Use technology where appropriate BUT DO NOT just print out pictures and information and slap it on a poster board.
16.This is YOUR project. Parents my HELP but it is not their project. You will be graded on the work that you do, not what your parents do.
17.Plan mini due dates for yourself so that you are NOT trying to do a project at the last minute.
Requirements
You will need to earn 94 points to earn an A on this project. The point values next to each project are approximately the number of points that may be earned. You may earn more or less depending on the quality and sophistication of your project. You may complete more than one project in order to earn an A. It is better to complete one really nice project rather than a whole bunch of sloppy projects. You have plenty of time to research and complete a project. Plan your time well. Don’t try to do a project a couple of days before it’s due. Only choose a project from this list. Other projects will receive 0 points.
100+ pts. =A+ (a few extra credit points)
94 =A
90 =A-
86 =B+
84 =B
80 =B-
76 =C+
74 =C
70 =C-
lower =Needs Improvement
1. Make a model of a water clock and write a description of how it worked. 50pts
2. Make a working model of a shadoof and write a description of how it worked. 50pts.
3. Do some research and mummify a chicken. Display pictures of each step. Write a caption for each picture. 100 pts. (Do NOT start this project now. It's too late!)
4. Make a sculpture of the Sphinx. Write a one- page essay about its significance in ancient Egypt. 40 pts
5. Make four tri-folds and glue them back- to- back. Make 3-D scenes of the following: Egyptian daily life, gods and goddesses, life on the Nile River, and ancient Egyptian achievements. 50 pts.
6. Invent a game to teach other students about Egypt. Include a page of rules, gameboard, cards, playing pieces, etc. 40 pts.
7. Make a pop-up book of at least five pages about ancient Egypt. Include a paragraph on each page. 100 pts.
8.Make an ABC book to teach terms to know while studying about ancient Egypt. Include a minimum of two sentences for each letter and 26 illustrations. 100pts.
9. Choreograph and perform a dance to tell the story of how Egypt was created. Choose appropriate music and costume. 50 pts.
10. Paint a mural (bulletin board size) depicting life in ancient Egypt. 100 pts.
11. Design an accordion book about the art and architecture of Egypt. 30 pts.
12. Write a minimum of a three-act play about the Egyptians’ beliefs about death. 50 pts.
13. Design a fashion catalogue for ancient Egyptians. Include fashions and accessories for a pharaoh, woman, priest, slave, merchant and child. 30 pts.
14. Become an artisan and make either a religious or death mask. Write a paragraph about masks. 50 pts.
15. Make a chart to show the significance of ancient Egyptian symbols. 15 pts.
16. Make a 3-D map of the Nile. See Ms. King for the requirements. 100 pts.
17. Make a model of a funerary boat. Explain the significance of the symbols. 50 pts.
18. Design a poster to show the different types of boats used by the Egyptians. 25 pts.
19. Make a map showing the various quarries in Egypt. 25 pts.
20. Design a picture book about the plants and animals of ancient Egypt. Make sure to explain the significance of each one. (minimum of 25 plants/animals) 50 pts.
21. Write a story using hieroglyphics. Write the translation under each symbol. 25 pts.
22. Make a book of at least 12 gods and goddesses. Describe their physical appearances and their purposes in a paragraph about each one. 40 pts.
23. Write a story about your life in ancient Egypt. (minimum of 5 paragraphs) You may NOT be a pharaoh, king, queen or god. You may be a priest, worker, soldier, merchant, farmer, slave, or visitor. 25 pts.
24. Make a chart that compares the height of several pyramids to the worlds’ highest structures. Use illustrations on your chart. 40 pts.
25. Design a book to explain Egyptian numbers. Solve 10 Egyptian math problems.(20)
26. Make a model of a felucca. 20 pts.
27. Construct a model of an Egyptian burial chamber. The burial chamber should include wall paintings, the sarcophagus with the coffin in it, canopic jars, and items this Egyptian would need in the afterlife. 100 pts.
28. Design a travel brochure for tourists visiting ancient Egypt. Include: a map, information about travel, 5 sites to see, information about the government, and other information a tourist would need. 50 pts.
29. Create a crossword puzzle using terms and information about Egypt. You must have a minimum of 20 clues. 15 pts.
30. Design a piece of jewelry that could have been presented to Nefertiti, or Nefetari by her pharaoh husband in recognition of her contributions. Write a 1-2 paragraph description of the piece and how it represents the queen. Keep in mind important gods/goddesses. 40 pts.
31. Write a research paper about the qualities and leadership skills of the New Kingdom’s seven great pharaohs. 50 pts.
32. Draw and label (or make a model) of a cross-section of a temple. Include: the pylon, courtyard, hypostyle hall, second hall, sanctuary, and the sacred lake. 50 pts.
33. Make a queen’s headdress and a pharaoh’s crown. (There are several types.) 25pts.
34. Make a model of a chariot and explain how it was used. 50 pts.
35. Write an essay about the contribution of women to the ancient Egyptian culture. (5 paragraphs) 30 pts.
36. Make three models of ancient Egyptian toys or games. 50 pts.
37. Make an ankh, a scarab seal, and a royal cartouche. 25 pts.
38. Make a farming display including some tools used in ancient times. 25 pts.
39. Imagine you are a person from ancient Egypt (slave, priest, farmer, pharaoh…etc). Give a two -minute speech on the way you think a person in Egypt felt. Include their beliefs, values, culture, and social status. 25 pts.
40. Write an essay on, “If I could be a pharaoh, I would be _____________________ because…” (Must be a minimum of three paragraphs with five facts about the pharaoh.) 20 pts.
41. Find an Egyptian myth or legend and retell it in you own words. (Consider costume, voice, and fluency) 20 pts.
42. Create a chart comparing what life would be like without the Nile and what life was like with the Nile. Include: agriculture, food supply, sanitary needs, family life, etc. 25 pts.
43. Compose an original piece of music or song about Egypt and perform it for the class. Report on ancient Egyptian musical instruments. Provide visual aides. 40 pts.
44. Change the lyrics of a popular song into lyrics about ancient Egypt. Perform your new song. 20 pts.
45. Make a poster about ancient Egyptian technology. Explain how it changed lives. (Minimum of five) 25 pts.
46. Create an ancient Egyptian newspaper. Write several new articles. Be creative with other sections of the newspaper (entertainment, business, sports, etc). 100 pts.
47. Make an Egyptian Book of the Dead. Write 2-3 paragraphs to explain how it was used. 20 pts.
48. Read a non-fiction book about ancient Egypt. Write a one-page summary of the book. 15 pts.
49. Produce a radio broadcast. Interview three important people of ancient Egypt. Include sound effects and a commercial. 40 pts.
50. Design a mail order catalog from an Egyptian retailer. Items must have a description and a "price". (i.e. 2 bushels of corn, 1 goat, etc.) Have each page feature a different category (furniture, food, animals, personal care/fashion, weapons, funeral equipment, etc) 100 pts.
51. Write a fractured fairytale with Egyptian characters. (i.e. Queen Nefertiti and the 7 Tomb Robbers) 30 pts.
52. Make an ancient Egyptian cookbook. Include recipes and illustrations. 40 pts.
53. Research ancient Egyptian medical practices. Write a medical handbook of cures and remedies for ailing Egyptians. 30 pts.
54. Make a cubit stick. Measure 15-20 common items of varying sizes. Graph/chart your measurements. 20 pts.
55. Make a shabti out of a bar of soap. 20 pts.
56. Mold the four canopic jars out of clay. Write a paragraph to explain their significance. 25 pts.
57. Make an obelisk in honor of your nome god/goddess. 20 pts.
58. Construct a pharaoh's crook and flail. 20 pts.
59. Prepare for an ancient Egyptian ceremony by making a sistrum. Write a paragraph to explain its use. 20 pts.
HOW TO EARN AN 'A'
1. Make sure that your name (first and last), date, and homebase teacher is on your project.
2. Turn your project in on time.
3. Draw thumbnail sketches to plan your project.
4. Write several rough drafts.
5. Frame/matte pictures and paragraphs.
6. Be careful not to have jagged edges when you cut something.
7. Think- BIG! BOLD! BEAUTIFUL! (Be aware of white space on displays.)
8. Make your lettering a uniform size.
9. Proofread!!!!!
10.Color in ONE direction! Use colored pencils unless your project calls for another medium.
11.Center titles and remember top, bottom, and side margins.
12.Use appropriate materials i.e. graph paper for a graph, art paper for art, final draft writing paper for anything that is written.
13.Securely glue down items. Use an appropriate amount of glue and the proper glue for your project.
14.Turn in QUALITY WORK!!! (No smudges, smears, tears, food stains, sloppy handwriting, words that are misspelled, inaccurate information, copying from a book or the Internet, incomplete projects, paper ripped from a notebook, projects that are taped instead of glued, sloppy coloring and coloring outside of the line, etc.)
15.Use technology where appropriate BUT DO NOT just print out pictures and information and slap it on a poster board.
16.This is YOUR project. Parents my HELP but it is not their project. You will be graded on the work that you do, not what your parents do.
17.Plan mini due dates for yourself so that you are NOT trying to do a project at the last minute.
Requirements
You will need to earn 94 points to earn an A on this project. The point values next to each project are approximately the number of points that may be earned. You may earn more or less depending on the quality and sophistication of your project. You may complete more than one project in order to earn an A. It is better to complete one really nice project rather than a whole bunch of sloppy projects. You have plenty of time to research and complete a project. Plan your time well. Don’t try to do a project a couple of days before it’s due. Only choose a project from this list. Other projects will receive 0 points.
100+ pts. =A+ (a few extra credit points)
94 =A
90 =A-
86 =B+
84 =B
80 =B-
76 =C+
74 =C
70 =C-
lower =Needs Improvement
Parent Teacher Conferences
Because Sixth Grade students rotate to five different subjects, similar to middle school, we will not have scheduled Parent Teacher Conferences. All teachers will be available on Wednesday, November 10, from 4:00 to 7:30 and on Thursday, November 11, from 2:00 to 6:30.
You can come and meet with any or all teachers at your convenience. We will watch and take parents on a first come, first served basis. Please bring your sixth grade student with you. Your student’s report card will be sent home on Monday, November 8. This will give you an opportunity to look it over and come to the conference prepared with questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Elk Meadows Sixth Grade Team
You can come and meet with any or all teachers at your convenience. We will watch and take parents on a first come, first served basis. Please bring your sixth grade student with you. Your student’s report card will be sent home on Monday, November 8. This will give you an opportunity to look it over and come to the conference prepared with questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Elk Meadows Sixth Grade Team
Thursday, October 21, 2010
October 21, 2010
Homework
Soc. Studies: The mummy case should be completely drawn and much of it colored by now to be on schedule. Students, make mini due dates for your Egyptian projects. Don't try and complete a project at the last minute. Next Tuesday and Wednesday will be "in class" days to work on your project. Plan accordingly. If you are unable to bring something to work on for your project, plan to work on other assignments during the social studies work time i.e. math, poem, reading, spelling, etc. Students who come unprepared to work will be given an extra assignment to complete during the class period.
Soc. Studies: The mummy case should be completely drawn and much of it colored by now to be on schedule. Students, make mini due dates for your Egyptian projects. Don't try and complete a project at the last minute. Next Tuesday and Wednesday will be "in class" days to work on your project. Plan accordingly. If you are unable to bring something to work on for your project, plan to work on other assignments during the social studies work time i.e. math, poem, reading, spelling, etc. Students who come unprepared to work will be given an extra assignment to complete during the class period.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
October 20, 2010
Homework:
Math Pg 374 #1-16 Review of multiplication of fractions. DUE Monday the 25th
Planner signed: 10/21
Read 30 minutes
Language Arts: DLP Sentences #6-8 due: 10/21. Handwriting Wkst. "Clay Tablets" due: 10/21. Poem "The Road Not Taken" memorized by November 10. Remember to practice "Loud, Slow, and Clear."
Math Pg 374 #1-16 Review of multiplication of fractions. DUE Monday the 25th
Planner signed: 10/21
Read 30 minutes
Language Arts: DLP Sentences #6-8 due: 10/21. Handwriting Wkst. "Clay Tablets" due: 10/21. Poem "The Road Not Taken" memorized by November 10. Remember to practice "Loud, Slow, and Clear."
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
October 19, 2010
Next Monday and Tuesday, we will be doing Science experiments with light. If you can send a flashlight with your student both days, that would be helpful.
Homework
Science Expert Report - due 10/20
Planner signed - due 10/20
Read 30 minutes
Math page 366 # 15-61 odds. Multiplying fractions with whole numbers
Reading: After working in class for 40 minutes today, whatever you have left is homework. "Amelia Earhart" Comp WS 112+113 is due to correct tomorrow, 10/20. Spelling WS from yesterday is due, too.
Language Arts: DLP Sentences #4-5 due 10/20. "Ping Pong" Wkst. due 10/20. Poem: "The Road Not Taken" memorized by November 10. Students should practice memorizing the poem with the following three words in mind: LOUD, SLOW, and CLEAR. Volume, speed, fluency, expression, and memorization skills will be reviewed in class and graded during the final presentation.
Homework
Science Expert Report - due 10/20
Planner signed - due 10/20
Read 30 minutes
Math page 366 # 15-61 odds. Multiplying fractions with whole numbers
Reading: After working in class for 40 minutes today, whatever you have left is homework. "Amelia Earhart" Comp WS 112+113 is due to correct tomorrow, 10/20. Spelling WS from yesterday is due, too.
Language Arts: DLP Sentences #4-5 due 10/20. "Ping Pong" Wkst. due 10/20. Poem: "The Road Not Taken" memorized by November 10. Students should practice memorizing the poem with the following three words in mind: LOUD, SLOW, and CLEAR. Volume, speed, fluency, expression, and memorization skills will be reviewed in class and graded during the final presentation.
Monday, October 18, 2010
October 18, 2010
Homework:
Language Arts: DLP Sentences #1-3 due 10/19
Math Pg 362 # 17-21 odds and 34-53 all. Rounding and multiplying fractions.
Planner signed
Read 30 min.
Social Studies: Egypt Study Guide #1-9 Mummy Case due Oct. 27 Egyptian Project due Nov. 8 (+10 pts. if project is turned in by Nov. 5)
Reading: Spelling ABC Order and Vocabulary Definitions due tomorrow, 10/19.Spelling WS 117+86 due Wednesday, 10/20. Spelling Test next Monday, 10/25.
If you have any advertisements for Target, Kmart, Shopko, Walgreens, Rite Aid, or grocery stores that you do not need, please send them to school with your child to give Mrs. Boehme during Science. They are needed for a Computer project.
Language Arts: DLP Sentences #1-3 due 10/19
Math Pg 362 # 17-21 odds and 34-53 all. Rounding and multiplying fractions.
Planner signed
Read 30 min.
Social Studies: Egypt Study Guide #1-9 Mummy Case due Oct. 27 Egyptian Project due Nov. 8 (+10 pts. if project is turned in by Nov. 5)
Reading: Spelling ABC Order and Vocabulary Definitions due tomorrow, 10/19.Spelling WS 117+86 due Wednesday, 10/20. Spelling Test next Monday, 10/25.
If you have any advertisements for Target, Kmart, Shopko, Walgreens, Rite Aid, or grocery stores that you do not need, please send them to school with your child to give Mrs. Boehme during Science. They are needed for a Computer project.
Saturday, October 16, 2010
October 16, 2010
SCIENCE - Mrs. Coombs
Hope you're all having a wonderful weekend and enjoying the beautiful weather.
Just a huge reminder that the Science Expert Report is due on Wednesday, October 20th.
Please remember to include a bibliography and your poster. I'm looking forward to reading about all you've learned. If you have questions please email me at karlin.coombs@jordan.k12.ut.us
See you Wednesday.
Hope you're all having a wonderful weekend and enjoying the beautiful weather.
Just a huge reminder that the Science Expert Report is due on Wednesday, October 20th.
Please remember to include a bibliography and your poster. I'm looking forward to reading about all you've learned. If you have questions please email me at karlin.coombs@jordan.k12.ut.us
See you Wednesday.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
October 13, 2010
We hope everyone has a fantastic LONG weekend!
Homework
RC/Planner Signed due October 18
Soc. Studies: Students can begin coloring their mummy case and deciding on a project to work on for our study of ancient Egypt. The mummy case is due Wed. October 27. Students may use paint, markers, crayons, etc. for their coloring. Many students in the past have used gold spray paint as a base. They may also embellish their mummy case with small jewels, ribbon, or other light weight decorations. The requirement for this assignment is to be creative, colorful, and authentic. Do not decorate the mummy case like a Ute fan, etc. The mummy cases will be displayed in our hallway. I'm looking for QUALITY work!
We will talk about the Egyptian project next week. The project is due November 8, 2010.
Language Arts: Preposition Quiz #5 10/18. This is the final preposition quiz and students should know all 53 prepositions. Progress Reports signed and returned 10/18. All missing assignments due 10/18. DOL Week #3 due 10/18.
Homework
RC/Planner Signed due October 18
Soc. Studies: Students can begin coloring their mummy case and deciding on a project to work on for our study of ancient Egypt. The mummy case is due Wed. October 27. Students may use paint, markers, crayons, etc. for their coloring. Many students in the past have used gold spray paint as a base. They may also embellish their mummy case with small jewels, ribbon, or other light weight decorations. The requirement for this assignment is to be creative, colorful, and authentic. Do not decorate the mummy case like a Ute fan, etc. The mummy cases will be displayed in our hallway. I'm looking for QUALITY work!
We will talk about the Egyptian project next week. The project is due November 8, 2010.
Language Arts: Preposition Quiz #5 10/18. This is the final preposition quiz and students should know all 53 prepositions. Progress Reports signed and returned 10/18. All missing assignments due 10/18. DOL Week #3 due 10/18.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Red Ribbon Week
October 18-22
Monday, October 18: Write off Drugs - Wear red. Students will be given a red pen.
Tuesday, October 19: Use your Head, Don't do Drugs - Red hat day. Mad Science Assembly
Wednesday, October 20: Hugs not Drugs - Bring your favorite stuffed animals
Thursday, October 21: Band Together Against Drugs - Wear a red headband
Friday, October 22: Turn your Back to Drugs - Wear your shirt backwards
We hope all students will participate in these activities to remind them about the dangers of doing drugs.
Monday, October 18: Write off Drugs - Wear red. Students will be given a red pen.
Tuesday, October 19: Use your Head, Don't do Drugs - Red hat day. Mad Science Assembly
Wednesday, October 20: Hugs not Drugs - Bring your favorite stuffed animals
Thursday, October 21: Band Together Against Drugs - Wear a red headband
Friday, October 22: Turn your Back to Drugs - Wear your shirt backwards
We hope all students will participate in these activities to remind them about the dangers of doing drugs.
October 12, 2010
Homework
Math Pg 346 # 10-31 subtracting mixed numbers - This is due on Monday the 18th.
Planner signed - due 10/13
Read 30 minutes daily
Language Arts: Preposition Quiz #5 Monday, 10/18. This is the final quiz and ALL prepositions should be memorized. DOL (Daily Oral Language) Week #3 due: 10/18. Progress Reports with parent signature due: 10/18. All missing assignments due: 10/18
Math Pg 346 # 10-31 subtracting mixed numbers - This is due on Monday the 18th.
Planner signed - due 10/13
Read 30 minutes daily
Language Arts: Preposition Quiz #5 Monday, 10/18. This is the final quiz and ALL prepositions should be memorized. DOL (Daily Oral Language) Week #3 due: 10/18. Progress Reports with parent signature due: 10/18. All missing assignments due: 10/18
Monday, October 11, 2010
October 11, 2010
CONGRATULATIONS to Hunter from Orange for being the school grand prize winner of the Pumpkin Decorating Contest. Britley from Purple who won for the sixth grade. The pumpkins were awesome!!
Homework
Planner signed 10/12
Read 30 minutes
Math Pg 342 # 6-36 evens
Science Progress Report signed - due 10/12
Social Studies Progress Report signed - due 10/12
"Two Rivers" due 10/12
Language Arts: Sentences #7-8 Due: 10/12. Progress Report signed Due: 10/18. Missing assignments Due: 10/18. Progress Report signed and returned tomorrow, 10/12, earn 10 extra credit points. Preposition Quiz #5 on Monday, 10/18. This is the final quiz and all prepositions should be memorized.
Picture day - 10/12
Homework
Planner signed 10/12
Read 30 minutes
Math Pg 342 # 6-36 evens
Science Progress Report signed - due 10/12
Social Studies Progress Report signed - due 10/12
"Two Rivers" due 10/12
Language Arts: Sentences #7-8 Due: 10/12. Progress Report signed Due: 10/18. Missing assignments Due: 10/18. Progress Report signed and returned tomorrow, 10/12, earn 10 extra credit points. Preposition Quiz #5 on Monday, 10/18. This is the final quiz and all prepositions should be memorized.
Picture day - 10/12
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Friday, October 8, 2010
Homework
Social Studies: Mesopotamia Map and Long./Lat. Reading word search due Monday, Oct. 11.
PICTURE DAY ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12.
Language Arts: Preposition Quiz 10/11. (All the way through "through.")
Social Studies: Mesopotamia Map and Long./Lat. Reading word search due Monday, Oct. 11.
PICTURE DAY ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12.
Language Arts: Preposition Quiz 10/11. (All the way through "through.")
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Homework:
Math Pg 322 7-45 odds- adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators
This is due on Monday, Oct. 11.
Read 30 minutes
Planner signed: 10/8
Language Arts: Preposition Quiz #4. Memorize prepositions #1-42 (through "through") 10/11
Social Studies: Mesopotamia Map and Long./Lat. Reading wordsearch due Monday, Oct. 11.
Reading: Comp WS 1+2, Spelling Review WSs both due on Monday. Review Spelling Test with 42 words will be Tuesday, Oct. 12.
Math Pg 322 7-45 odds- adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators
This is due on Monday, Oct. 11.
Read 30 minutes
Planner signed: 10/8
Language Arts: Preposition Quiz #4. Memorize prepositions #1-42 (through "through") 10/11
Social Studies: Mesopotamia Map and Long./Lat. Reading wordsearch due Monday, Oct. 11.
Reading: Comp WS 1+2, Spelling Review WSs both due on Monday. Review Spelling Test with 42 words will be Tuesday, Oct. 12.
Stink Bombs and Sewer Maggots
Students may register for the new science class at the office.
Labs include:
Rotten Egg Gas
Squealing George
Invisible Fire Extinguisher
Dry Ice Cannons
Fog City
Soap Bubble Parade
Coke Volcano
Sewer Maggots
Salt Sensitive Larve
Silicate Garden
BS Cannons
Snowstorm in a Tube
Smokescreen on Demand
Surprise Fire!
Students may choose between two different class dates. Class #1 Oct. 25 and 26 Class#2 Oct. 27 and 28 The class is from 3:15-4:45 each day and the cost is $50. The registration deadline is October 13. Only 40 students from 4-6 grades will be able to take the class. Classes fill up fast!
Each student receives their own kit with over 20 lab items to use and keep along with a guide to record observations.
Come join the fun!
Labs include:
Rotten Egg Gas
Squealing George
Invisible Fire Extinguisher
Dry Ice Cannons
Fog City
Soap Bubble Parade
Coke Volcano
Sewer Maggots
Salt Sensitive Larve
Silicate Garden
BS Cannons
Snowstorm in a Tube
Smokescreen on Demand
Surprise Fire!
Students may choose between two different class dates. Class #1 Oct. 25 and 26 Class#2 Oct. 27 and 28 The class is from 3:15-4:45 each day and the cost is $50. The registration deadline is October 13. Only 40 students from 4-6 grades will be able to take the class. Classes fill up fast!
Each student receives their own kit with over 20 lab items to use and keep along with a guide to record observations.
Come join the fun!
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
October 6, 2010
Homework:
Math Pg 318 # 12-40 adding and subtracting fractions with like denominators
There are still a few kids who have not turned in their progress reports for math.
All make up work for Unit 1 is due by Friday the 8th.
Read 30 min
Planner signed 10/7
Language Arts: Memorize Prepositions through "through." :) Quiz #4 Monday, 10/11. Worksheet "Simple Predicates" due: 10/7.
***We had a fun assembly put on by Extensions, a group of our own students. They did a fabulous job welcoming us back to school and helping us get excited about learning! The director, Ms. King, has put in many long hours helping the kids prepare. Thanks for all the hard work!
Math Pg 318 # 12-40 adding and subtracting fractions with like denominators
There are still a few kids who have not turned in their progress reports for math.
All make up work for Unit 1 is due by Friday the 8th.
Read 30 min
Planner signed 10/7
Language Arts: Memorize Prepositions through "through." :) Quiz #4 Monday, 10/11. Worksheet "Simple Predicates" due: 10/7.
***We had a fun assembly put on by Extensions, a group of our own students. They did a fabulous job welcoming us back to school and helping us get excited about learning! The director, Ms. King, has put in many long hours helping the kids prepare. Thanks for all the hard work!
Meet the Candidates Night
Sponsored by Region 6 PTA
Eastlake Elementary: 6:30 - 8:30 Thursday, October 21
Format: Open House
Jordan School Board candidates Susan Pulsipher and Roy Harward
United States House of Representatives District 3 candidate Karen Hyer
Utah Board of Education District 3 candidates Burtis Bills and Craig Coleman
County Council candidate Steven Debry
Utah House of Representatives District 41 candidate John Jackson
Utah House of Representatives District 50 candidates Gary Olsen, Russell Hatch, and Merlynn Newbold
Eastlake Elementary: 6:30 - 8:30 Thursday, October 21
Format: Open House
Jordan School Board candidates Susan Pulsipher and Roy Harward
United States House of Representatives District 3 candidate Karen Hyer
Utah Board of Education District 3 candidates Burtis Bills and Craig Coleman
County Council candidate Steven Debry
Utah House of Representatives District 41 candidate John Jackson
Utah House of Representatives District 50 candidates Gary Olsen, Russell Hatch, and Merlynn Newbold
Monday, October 4, 2010
October 4, 2010
Homework
Planner signed 10/5
Read 30 minutes.
Soc. Studies: "Mesopotamia" map skills and "Writing on the Wall" comprehension are both due Thursday. Make sure to write complete sentences, using part of the question in your answer, and to write in cursive.
Science: Heat Review Packet and study for test on Heat - due 10/5
Pumpkin Decorating Contest - no carving, just color or glue decorations on - due 10/11
Picture Day - 10/12
Language Arts: DOL Sentence corrections #1-2 due: 10/5 Grammar p. 56 #10-16 due: 10/5
(This was originally due today, but we ran out of time in class.) Preposition Quiz #4 on Monday, 10/11. Memorize the first 42 prepositions.
Planner signed 10/5
Read 30 minutes.
Soc. Studies: "Mesopotamia" map skills and "Writing on the Wall" comprehension are both due Thursday. Make sure to write complete sentences, using part of the question in your answer, and to write in cursive.
Science: Heat Review Packet and study for test on Heat - due 10/5
Pumpkin Decorating Contest - no carving, just color or glue decorations on - due 10/11
Picture Day - 10/12
Language Arts: DOL Sentence corrections #1-2 due: 10/5 Grammar p. 56 #10-16 due: 10/5
(This was originally due today, but we ran out of time in class.) Preposition Quiz #4 on Monday, 10/11. Memorize the first 42 prepositions.
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Costume Heads Up
At the end of March, the sixth grade is planning a Renaissance Fair and possibly some Shakespeare plays. Students will need a simple costume for the day. Students can start thinking now and getting ideas from various sources. Halloween is a great time to be looking for odds-n-ends to embellish a costume.
Friday, October 1, 2010
October 1, 2010
Homework
Planner signed 10/4
RC card signed 10/4
Read each night
Social Studies: Thank you to all of the parents who have helped cut out Egyptian
coffins. We only need about 30 more.
Language Arts: Preposition Quiz on the first 31 prepositions: 10/4 Grammar Book: p. 56 #10-15 Sentences copied: 10/4 Grammar worksheet "Simple Subjects": 10/4
Planner signed 10/4
RC card signed 10/4
Read each night
Social Studies: Thank you to all of the parents who have helped cut out Egyptian
coffins. We only need about 30 more.
Language Arts: Preposition Quiz on the first 31 prepositions: 10/4 Grammar Book: p. 56 #10-15 Sentences copied: 10/4 Grammar worksheet "Simple Subjects": 10/4
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