th 6

grade Gifted & Honors Team

Sarah Doyle SS Stacy Jurick MA Carol Mays LA Ashley Shaver - SC

Schedule
8:55-9:30 Homeroom, breakfast, and announcements. ALL students receive free breakfast each day! 9:30-10:00 DEAR time and Friday advisement 10:00-11:00 1st Period 11:00-12:35 2nd Period
Lunch is 11:35-11:55am

12:35-1:50 Connections 1:55-2:55 3rd Period 2:55-4:00 4th Period 4:00-4:15 Dismissal

Attendance
When your child is absent, an excuse note must be submitted ASAP. All students should arrive to school no later than 9:20. Students are tardy after 9:20 Unexcused absences may result in a SARC meeting.

Supply List
2 three-subject spiral bound notebooks 2 packages loose leaf notebook paper 5 composition books (preferably with pages sewn, not glued) Flash drive Liquid glue (not glue sticks) Scissors 2 boxes #2 pencils Hand pencil sharpener Paper towels 2 boxes of tissues Dry-erase markers Colored pencils 2 highlighters (1 blue) Index cards Blue or black pends 4 folders with pockets Seedfolks by Paul Fleischman

Student Agendas
Students should be filling out their agenda books daily with homework assignments and upcoming tests and project due dates. You can also find important information in the agenda book like dress code policy, promotion criteria, and policies and procedures at RMS.

Promotion Criteria
All students must pass 4 out of 5 classes each semester to be promoted to the seventh grade. A child must earn a 70% or higher average each semester in order to pass. Both Language Arts and Math must be passed both semesters in order for a child to be promoted. Students in the gifted/honors program must earn at least a 74% average in academic classes in order to maintain eligibility for this team.

Dress Code
As you shop and prepare for the school year ahead, please be mindful of the following Dress Code specifics. Students are expected to dress in a manner that is Supportive of a Positive learning environment. Students shall not dress in a way as to DISTRACT from the learning environment. Following are some examples. Please review your students agenda for all Dress Code Guidelines.

Dress Code
No tank tops (boys or girls), tops that reveal midriff, or sheer clothing that makes underclothing visible are allowed at school.

Dress Code
All pants should be worn at the waist. Pants cannot SAG. No underclothing (boxers or shorts) should be visible.

Dress Code
Shorts and skirts can be no shorter than 5 inches above the kneecap, With or without leggings. Leggings cannot be worn as pants. This includes leggings that Look Like Jeans

Dress Code
No Headgear can be worn at school. This includes hats and bandanas

*No bandanas should be brought to school

Dress Code
Holes should not be visible higher than 5 inches above the knees (With or without leggings).

Dress Code
No Ear buds, Headphones, or electronic devices should be visible at school

Grading Distribution
Please refer to the syllabus for each academic class for information on grading policies, as they vary slightly by department. In addition to regular tests, projects, and class work, students will take a midterm and a comprehensive final exam each semester.

The New Norm?

Most students on our team were previously the head of the class in elementary school. When the cream of the crop are placed on one team, not all students end up on top. It is entirely normal that your straight A student may now have Cs in some classes, but with diligence, may return to the honor roll.

Work Ethic
In order to be successful on the gifted/honors team, students must be willing to put forth additional effort. Our classes are designed to challenge our students with high, yet reachable, expectations to ensure their greatest achievement .

Important Websites
GCPS: http://www.gwinnett.k12.ga.us RMS: http://www.richardsmiddle.org Math: http://rmsjurick.weebly.com Language Arts: http://a-mays-ing.weebly.com Social Studies: http://doylegiftedss.weebly.com Science: http://sciencepanda.weebly.com

GCPS Website

RMS Website

Language Arts
In Language Arts, we read, write, learn grammar/usage/mechanics, and study word origins. Etymology WordMasters 1st Novel study Seedfolks by Paul Fleischman Grammar sentence structure Great Mail Race Sensory details in writing Introducing/supporting claims Cursive writing

Language Arts Website

Math
Unit 1: Number System (this includes dividing fractions, all operations with decimals, GCF, & LCM) Unit 2: Rate, Ratio, Proportion Unit 3: Expressions Unit 4: Equations and Inequalities

Math Website

Social Studies
In 6th grade social studies we set our focus on four areas of the world: Europe and Canada 1st semester, Latin America and Australia 2nd Semester, in each are of the world we look at the geography, history, government and economics of the countries. We concentrate on vocabulary above all else and writing is am essential part of our curriculum, Next year the students will be learning about Africa, the Middle East and the far east. Our curriculum this year gives the students a great foundation to stand on in terms of how countries communicate and trade with each other.

Social Studies Website

Science
Rocks and Minerals Paleontology Ecology Plate Tectonics Weathering, Erosion, Deposition and Soil Hydrology Meteorology Astronomy Characteristics of Science Accelerated Content

Science Website

Parent Portal
If you would like access to your childs grades at any time, you can sign up for the Parent Portal in the Parent Center. Keep in mind that teachers may not necessarily enter new grades every day, so averages may not change on a daily basis. For access, sign up in the parent center with Mrs. Forrester
Link on GCPS homepage and teacher sites

Parent Portal

Student Portal (my eCLASS)

Students may check their own grades Students have access to online textbooks and school research data bases Link on GCPS homepage and teacher sites

Student Portal

Extra Help
Every Wednesday morning at 8:15am, students may come in for extra help with any of their teachers . Please let us know Tuesday if you plan on coming in Wednesday morning. We offer other times by appointment.

Discipline Policy
Teachers use Class Dojo to monitor both positive and negative behaviors 3 positive points in a week = positive behavior referral 3 negative points in a week = a step on the team discipline plan

PBIS: Positive Behavior Instructional Support

G.R.I.PGood Judgment Respect Integrity Pride Students will receive Knight Shields for positive behavior that they can redeem for prizes. Students going above and beyond might receive a positive behavior referral On team, students can also earn Seed Money You can find more info at www.pbis.org

Discipline Policy
1st time offender = conduct notice and silent lunch 2nd time offender = conduct notice and morning detention 3rd time offender = conduct notice and cross team 4th time offender = referral This restarts each quarter

Need to get a hold of us?

First, send an email! Well get back to you as soon as possible If your situation requires a conference, visit our conference scheduler to book a time Visit rms6d.youcanbook.me

Conference Scheduler

Remind101

Support RMS!
The PTA does wonderful things for the students and teachers all year Please consider joining its only a $6 donation! 100% of 6th grade teachers at RMS are part of the PTA!

Volunteer Opportunities
We love parent volunteers! If you would like to contribute to the classroom, please let one of us know! We love getting to know you and always appreciate help.

Clubs and Activities

The morning announcements and the RMS website are the best location to find out the latest info on joining clubs. A list is published in the agenda If you dont see your club, ask a teacher to sponsor it!

Clubs and Activities

Readers Rally Beta Club (7th and 8th) Intramurals Science Fair Lego Robotics Club Orchestra Band Chorus Filter Youth Movement Recycling Club Student Council Cheerleading, Dance, Step, and Basketball (7th and 8th)

Field Trip
Location: Tybee Island, Georgia Dates: February 10-12, 2014 Cost: $200 we will fundraise! We need chaperones! This will be an incredible opportunity! If you are hesitant, PLEASE talk to me. It will be an unforgettable, life changing, educational experience for all!