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CORE ACADEMICS at SIMMONS: 6th GRADE

Math

We look forward to working with the students and parents next year. If you have any questions before the start of the school year, please email Mrs. Nelson, Mrs. Winterberger, Ms. Pezeshkmehr, or Mrs. Odom.


Units of study per nine weeks:

  • 1st: Place Value and Decimals

  • 2nd: Fractions

  • 3rd: Percents and Measurement

  • 4th: Geometry/Statistics

 

Here are sample problems students should already be able to compute:
ADDITION

     5678+ 86                5008+ 34

 

SUBTRACTION
     30009             23009             3568     
        -548             - 9999           -   807

 

MULITIPLICATION:
        34             101           989
    x  45         x 321         x   76

 

***Students are expected to know all of their multiplication facts 1-12. If you are struggling with this, try flashcards!

 

LONG DIVISION:

     3/546                      24/8709

 

SMS offers 3 math classes; math team, advanced math and 6th grade math.  If you are interested in math team, please contact Michael Arman at marman@hoover.k12.al.us 

Websites to use for review:

Welcome to 6th Grade Science!  

 

Science in the sixth grade deals with our planet in many ways.  First, we take an in depth look at the phenomenon that many call Catastrophic Events.  This covers weather (thunderstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes), earthquakes, and volcanoes.  Then, we will begin an exploration of Earth and its relationship with the Sun and other planets in our Solar System.  Finally, we will end the year with a closer look at biomes and the ocean.  At Simmons, we utilize a fantastic series of AMSTI (Alabama Math and Science Technology Initiative) modules that provides us with great hands-on learning activities throughout the year.  

 

We also incorporate science notebooks in lieu of textbooks, (which are used primarily as a supplementary text).  Each AMSTI module comes with a student book specific to the unit of study.  All additional information will be given in class and recorded in the student’s notebook.

 

In addition, technology is utilized whenever possible.  Not only do we use the LCD projectors, document cameras, and interactive websites, but we also have class websites that are specific to the needs of our students.  

 

Feel free to contact us at anytime if you have questions or concerns about your child's science experience at Simmons.  We are excited to meet you!

 

 

Science

Language Arts

 

The Language Arts curriculum in sixth grade encompasses all phases of language arts including writing, reading, vocabulary, and spelling. Using the workshop approach, students learn to use the writing process to write, edit, and rewrite for publication. There will be a focus on the four modes of writing as we teach the writing process as well as English grammar skills.  By the end of sixth grade, students should have a strong background in correct writing techniques including paragraph writing, punctuation, capitalization, and proper sentence structure.  The workshop approach is also used in reading where students are exposed to various genres and encouraged to broaden the types of materials they read as well as their vocabulary.  Included in the reading material are current authors, classics, poetry, fairy tales, biographies, and some real life situations.  Through large group, mini lessons, and individual conferencing, reading skills are taught, reinforced, and extended.  We also try to incorporate the use of technology whenever possible.  

 

Please encourage your child to read and write over the summer! Keeping a journal is a wonderful way to incorporate writing into their other summer activities. Joining the summer reading program at the Hoover Public Library is a great way to keep your child reading!

 

We look forward to having your child in the upcoming school year and welcome any questions or concerns that you might have. Do not hesitate to contact us

 

 

Welcome incoming sixth graders!  Social studies in the sixth grade covers modern America from the beginning of the 20th century to present times.  Students will have the opportunity to analyze how history influences their way of life.  Through an integrated approach that includes historic, geographic, economic, political, social, and cultural perspectives, students will explain the role of various groups and their influence in the development of American society.  We will be covering:

  • Immigration:  opportunities and difficulties immigrants found in the U.S. and how the immigrants’ arrival changed American society.

  • Progressive Movement:  accomplishments and movements of the time period, the role of American women- Woman’s Suffrage, and the impact of 16th, 17th, 18th, and 19th amendments on society.

  • World War I: U.S. Involvement, the causes of WWI, and the reasons for U.S. entry into the war.

  • The Jazz Age:  causes of cultural upheaval in the 1920’s

  • The Great Depression:  causes and effects of the Great Depression

  • World War II and the Holocaust: American involvement in the war, negative effects of prejudice, racism, and stereotyping on society

  • The Cold War:  social and cultural implications of Cold War America in the 50’s: prosperity of the 50’s, America’s poor during the 50’s, and the rise of dissent

  • Civil Rights: key events and people

  • Vietnam Era: social and cultural implications of the Vietnam War for America viewpoints and actions of Americans in society

 

Please contact us!

Social Studies

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