6th Grade News
The 6th grade is moving so quickly. The students are writing, building, comparing, debating sides, socializing and just doing all the activities that 6th graders do.
The team is still asking for all parents to help their child/children to come to school and class prepared. This includes cleaning lockers periodically. You would be surprised at what you might find in there.
Parents, also, please remember to always check your child’s/children’s agendas. This is where you will find homework and or any communication from the teachers. For those parents whose child has a yellow sheet for communication, remember that it is your child’s responsibility to bring it to each teacher to be signed, and then to bring it to you each day to be initialed.
Thank you to all the parents that stay in contact, check homework, agendas, donate supplies, and volunteer. It is greatly appreciated.
Campbell’s Science:
Last week we began our unit on the Diversity of Life. The students participated in an investigation where they put celery into colored water to show how the xylem draws in water.
This week we will be continuing this unit, but we will be concentrating on leaves, seeds, and flowers.
If students could find leaves and seeds to bring into class, that would be a fantastic supplement to the unit.
Campbell’s Social Studies:
We have and are continuing our unit on Ancient Egypt. The students are reading and defining vocabulary for this unit. They will be building various structures of Ancient Egypt this week.
Campbell’s Elective:
The elective class is a combination of various studies. Sometimes we write, draw, study character, or just talk about what interests us. This week we will play Blurt and Pictionary along with a little bit of reading comprehension thrown in.
As Always,
Thank you for Caring,
Thank you for Sharing,
Ms. Campbell and the 6th Grade team
campbellsclassrocks@yahoo.com
campbellsclassrocks.blogspot.com
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Sunday, October 24, 2010
October 25th/October 29th Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
6th Grade News!
Thank you to all the wonderful parents who attended parent teacher conferences. It was so nice to speak to each and every one of you about your child/children. Many students still need to become more organized and come prepared to class. With parent help, I know that this can be accomplished.
Notices were given out at the conferences about being prepared for classes. They explained that to be prepared for all classes, the students must always bring: pencils, paper, agendas, homework, and we are asking all students to bring a personal pencil sharpener. A small plastic one (non-battery operated) with a cover. Many items need to be replaced throughout the year, such as: reams of paper (white preferred, but any color will do), boxes of tissues, and disinfecting wipes.
Thank you again to all parents, for all your support and generosity throughout the year.
SCIENCE:
This past week in science we finished our unit on the hierarchy of cells. The students created skeletons and filled them up with the organs of the bodies systems. They had a great time doing this and the bodies turned out fantastic.
This week in science we are going to be discussing plant structure and how plants survive. The students will be bringing home homework, so please make sure you are checking agendas for this. Great website- Biology4Kids.com
Campbell’s Social Studies-
The students finished a unit on prehistory and ancient Mesopotamia. They created posters depicting, how they lived, movement, how water affects civilizations, the religious aspects of a civilization, and the social classes of a civilization.
This week we will be incorporating these same concepts while we read and look at ancient Egypt.
Campbell’s Elective-
The students just finished a quick three paragraph essay using a simple sentence. They found appropriate adjectives and adverbs to complement their story. Can’t wait to read them.
This week we are going to concentrate on reading comprehension. We will be reading speed reads and answering questions.
As Always,
Thank you for Caring,
Thank you for Sharing,
Ms. Campbell and the 6th grade team
campbellsclassrocks@yahoo.com
campbellsclassrocks.blogspot.com
Thank you to all the wonderful parents who attended parent teacher conferences. It was so nice to speak to each and every one of you about your child/children. Many students still need to become more organized and come prepared to class. With parent help, I know that this can be accomplished.
Notices were given out at the conferences about being prepared for classes. They explained that to be prepared for all classes, the students must always bring: pencils, paper, agendas, homework, and we are asking all students to bring a personal pencil sharpener. A small plastic one (non-battery operated) with a cover. Many items need to be replaced throughout the year, such as: reams of paper (white preferred, but any color will do), boxes of tissues, and disinfecting wipes.
Thank you again to all parents, for all your support and generosity throughout the year.
SCIENCE:
This past week in science we finished our unit on the hierarchy of cells. The students created skeletons and filled them up with the organs of the bodies systems. They had a great time doing this and the bodies turned out fantastic.
This week in science we are going to be discussing plant structure and how plants survive. The students will be bringing home homework, so please make sure you are checking agendas for this. Great website- Biology4Kids.com
Campbell’s Social Studies-
The students finished a unit on prehistory and ancient Mesopotamia. They created posters depicting, how they lived, movement, how water affects civilizations, the religious aspects of a civilization, and the social classes of a civilization.
This week we will be incorporating these same concepts while we read and look at ancient Egypt.
Campbell’s Elective-
The students just finished a quick three paragraph essay using a simple sentence. They found appropriate adjectives and adverbs to complement their story. Can’t wait to read them.
This week we are going to concentrate on reading comprehension. We will be reading speed reads and answering questions.
As Always,
Thank you for Caring,
Thank you for Sharing,
Ms. Campbell and the 6th grade team
campbellsclassrocks@yahoo.com
campbellsclassrocks.blogspot.com
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Fall Conferences
10-17-10
6th Grade News
Reminders:
This week there are three half days, Wed., Thurs., and Fri. - dismissal is at 12:45
Conferences are on Thursday 10-21 and Friday 10-22 beginning at 1:30pm
I hope that this news letter finds everyone well rested. The sixth grade team is excited to be able to meet with all parents this Thursday and Friday during parent teacher conferences. We look forward to discuss your child’s progress.
The team would like to ask that all parents please make sure that your child is ready and prepared for each day of class. Help your child remember to bring all necessary supplies to all classes. Some of these items are, but not limited to: completed homework, pencils, small pencil sharpener with catcher, paper, agenda, color supplies, highlighters, dry erase markers, binders, journals, and water bottle (one is good and can be refilled).
Many of these items need to be replenished throughout the year. Some of these items are, but not limited to: Completed Homework, Pencils, Paper, Highlighter, and Dry Erase Markers. Again, if you can make sure that your child is prepared for each work day; this may ensure a less stressful day for everyone, especially your beloved child.
Also, many students need to be reminded of school policies and class procedures. If all parents can please remind students that some of the policies and procedures are: No gum chewing, Enter classrooms quickly and quietly, Lockers are for getting supplies and not for visiting, Quiet in the Halls, Remain silent when the teacher is speaking, Raise hand to answer questions, Remain in classroom seat unless teacher says to move around, Bathrooms are not playgrounds (keep lights on), When in line, we walk in a straight, single file, quiet line from class to anywhere. With your help, maybe we can resolve some issues that the team is having with some of the students.
Science- this week we will be reviewing for our hierarchy of cells, tissues, organs, systems test.
Social Studies- this week we will be reviewing for our Ancient Mesopotamia test.
Elective- this week we will be creating another Narrative story.
Thank you for Caring,
Thank you for Sharing,
Ms. Campbell
campbellsclassrocks.blogspot.com
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Fall Yeh!!!!!! 10-11/10-15
6th Grade News
Parents! We still are looking for volunteers, if you would like to help, please contact your child’s teacher.
Its conference time again. Please mark your calendars and save the date. Teachers will be sending out conference slips this week to be filled out for an appointment to discuss your child’s progress. A conference is mandatory to receive your child’s report card. The 6th grade team is looking forward to meeting with all parents.
We have had our first school assembly and the ducks are in season. The fundraiser is going great. Many students are selling enough items to be entered for the Wii and many other great prizes.
Now that fall has arrived, please make sure you are taking your vitamins. The weather is changing and colds will be prevalent. Stay hydrated and healthy.
Campbell’s News:
Social Studies:
We have just finished talking about prehistoric man and have begun a unit on early Mesopotamia. The students will be creating posters showing the life styles, government, religion, and scientific advancements to get us to where we are today in our society.
Science:
We are still discussing the hierarchy of cells. The students started the unit drawing and labeling a plant and animal cell, they made a model of a lung out of a plastic bottle, balloon, and bag, and we are now going to create the body systems. The students are discovering that cells make tissues, that make, organs, that make, systems, that make us. Always remember to slow down a little in this world, spend an hour with your child outside looking at nature and how things work. Ask questions of your child about the everyday things that make the world go around. Talk about machines, bugs, animals, water, mountains, friends, how to use a knife and fork, just talk, and you will be amazed at some of the things kids say.
Elective:
We are continuing with science reading comprehension. Please take 30 minutes or more to read to your child, or have your child read to you. By listening to your child read you will discover if they are reading too fast, too slow, or just having trouble. You will connect with your child when you find books that excite them. I have many books that your child can check out in my room. So, read, read, read.
Thank you for Caring,
The 6th grade Team
Ms. Campbell
campbellsclassrocks@yahoo.com
campbellsclassrocks.blogspot.com
Parents! We still are looking for volunteers, if you would like to help, please contact your child’s teacher.
Its conference time again. Please mark your calendars and save the date. Teachers will be sending out conference slips this week to be filled out for an appointment to discuss your child’s progress. A conference is mandatory to receive your child’s report card. The 6th grade team is looking forward to meeting with all parents.
We have had our first school assembly and the ducks are in season. The fundraiser is going great. Many students are selling enough items to be entered for the Wii and many other great prizes.
Now that fall has arrived, please make sure you are taking your vitamins. The weather is changing and colds will be prevalent. Stay hydrated and healthy.
Campbell’s News:
Social Studies:
We have just finished talking about prehistoric man and have begun a unit on early Mesopotamia. The students will be creating posters showing the life styles, government, religion, and scientific advancements to get us to where we are today in our society.
Science:
We are still discussing the hierarchy of cells. The students started the unit drawing and labeling a plant and animal cell, they made a model of a lung out of a plastic bottle, balloon, and bag, and we are now going to create the body systems. The students are discovering that cells make tissues, that make, organs, that make, systems, that make us. Always remember to slow down a little in this world, spend an hour with your child outside looking at nature and how things work. Ask questions of your child about the everyday things that make the world go around. Talk about machines, bugs, animals, water, mountains, friends, how to use a knife and fork, just talk, and you will be amazed at some of the things kids say.
Elective:
We are continuing with science reading comprehension. Please take 30 minutes or more to read to your child, or have your child read to you. By listening to your child read you will discover if they are reading too fast, too slow, or just having trouble. You will connect with your child when you find books that excite them. I have many books that your child can check out in my room. So, read, read, read.
Thank you for Caring,
The 6th grade Team
Ms. Campbell
campbellsclassrocks@yahoo.com
campbellsclassrocks.blogspot.com
Sunday, October 3, 2010
October 4th to October 8th- Happy Fall
The 6th Grade News
The 6th grade team is looking for parent volunteers. If you are interested, contact your child’s teacher. We would appreciate any help that any parent can give.
Hello to all from the 6th grade team. Things are really moving along so quickly these days. We are already into October and fall is here. It has come to our attention that many students are telling their parents that they never have homework. Well, I just want to clarify this. There is always homework in language from Mrs. Barron. Your child will almost always have daily work for this subject. In math, Ms. Aven sometimes has homework. Many times it is started in class, and if not completed, it will go home as homework. In Ms. Lyn’s class, your child always must read. Ms. Lyn expects the students to read 30 minutes a day. So, read, read, read. If your child needs to check out a book I (Ms. Campbell) have many in my room that can be checked out. And in my room, I sometimes give homework, but it is usually work that is started in class and not completed in class. Please always check your child’s agenda. All teachers will sign by respective subjects. Parents are to sign also. There is a signature line at the bottom of the agenda page. Please make sure you are doing this.
Only two and a half more weeks until parent teacher conferences. Please keep an eye out for sign-up sheets. They will be set for the week of October 18th. Report cards go home on the 21st. If your child needs to improve their grades for this quarter, now is the time to kick it in gear. They must start focusing and concentrating in class. They must complete all assignment, and make up any missing work. This is not too far away, so please keep reminding them that hard work does pay off. They will see it in their grades.
Campbell’s Class
Social Studies- We will continue to read maps this week. This will lead us into prehistory of man. We will be discussing hunter-gatherer societies and early writing.
Elective- We have started a unit on character. We just finished the character trait of Trustworthiness and will begin this week with Caring. I am hoping to create caring posters, beads, a caring chain, and caring messages to each other.
Science- In science, we have finished our unit on cells which leads us into tissues, organs, and systems. The students will be creating lungs this week and making diagrams of the human body. Be looking for these to come home. I have decided not to create the Jell-O, fruit cell, so no fruit is need after all. I will send the recipe home and the students can do this project with you at home.
Thank you for Caring,
Thank you for Sharing
Ms. Campbell and the 6th grade Team
campbellsclassrocks@yahoo.com
campbellsclassrocks.blogspot.com
The 6th grade team is looking for parent volunteers. If you are interested, contact your child’s teacher. We would appreciate any help that any parent can give.
Hello to all from the 6th grade team. Things are really moving along so quickly these days. We are already into October and fall is here. It has come to our attention that many students are telling their parents that they never have homework. Well, I just want to clarify this. There is always homework in language from Mrs. Barron. Your child will almost always have daily work for this subject. In math, Ms. Aven sometimes has homework. Many times it is started in class, and if not completed, it will go home as homework. In Ms. Lyn’s class, your child always must read. Ms. Lyn expects the students to read 30 minutes a day. So, read, read, read. If your child needs to check out a book I (Ms. Campbell) have many in my room that can be checked out. And in my room, I sometimes give homework, but it is usually work that is started in class and not completed in class. Please always check your child’s agenda. All teachers will sign by respective subjects. Parents are to sign also. There is a signature line at the bottom of the agenda page. Please make sure you are doing this.
Only two and a half more weeks until parent teacher conferences. Please keep an eye out for sign-up sheets. They will be set for the week of October 18th. Report cards go home on the 21st. If your child needs to improve their grades for this quarter, now is the time to kick it in gear. They must start focusing and concentrating in class. They must complete all assignment, and make up any missing work. This is not too far away, so please keep reminding them that hard work does pay off. They will see it in their grades.
Campbell’s Class
Social Studies- We will continue to read maps this week. This will lead us into prehistory of man. We will be discussing hunter-gatherer societies and early writing.
Elective- We have started a unit on character. We just finished the character trait of Trustworthiness and will begin this week with Caring. I am hoping to create caring posters, beads, a caring chain, and caring messages to each other.
Science- In science, we have finished our unit on cells which leads us into tissues, organs, and systems. The students will be creating lungs this week and making diagrams of the human body. Be looking for these to come home. I have decided not to create the Jell-O, fruit cell, so no fruit is need after all. I will send the recipe home and the students can do this project with you at home.
Thank you for Caring,
Thank you for Sharing
Ms. Campbell and the 6th grade Team
campbellsclassrocks@yahoo.com
campbellsclassrocks.blogspot.com
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