Homework

Nightly homework is a fact of life in sixth grade. Students are given a planner in which to record all homework assignments.  Homework assignments are posted on the board in  each classroom.  Homework directions are explained several times each day.  Parents will be contacted if a homework problem develops.  At first, some students may experience difficulty adjusting to the nightly homework.  Eventually, all students become better skilled at organizing their time and being responsible about completing all assigned work.

Grades

Report cards are issued every ten weeks (November, January,  April, and June.)  Mid quarter supplemental reports are mailed home at the midpoint of each quarter. The supplemental reports provide the student's averages in each subject and inform the parent of any academic or behavioral difficulties the child might be experiencing.  Sixth grade teachers are in continuous, close communication about the academic progress of each sixth grader.

Discipline

Our school discipline policy states that no student may infringe upon the rights of another student to learn or on the teacher to teach.  Physical violence is unacceptable. Rude or disrespectful language or mannerisms are not tolerated. Individuals who break these simple rules lose recess privileges and/or spend time after school.  We  emphasize with our sixth graders the importance of personal responsibility for words and actions. By sixth grade, we feel our students should be able to "play by the rules."

Absence from School

Students who are absent from school are expected to complete all assignments missed.  Teachers will send home the work with a sibling or neighbor.  Parents may also pick up the work in the main office.  Students are given a few extra days to catch up on work after an absence.  Sometimes, afterschool help is necessary for the child to grasp the concepts taught during his/her absence.