Medlin

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6th GradeMiddle School Orientation

• Medlin

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Success in 6th grade
Success in middle school involves much more than
just good grades!

• Tablet (Make sure it is always charged)
• Keep organized
• Turn in assignments on time
• Attend tutorials when needed
• Communication with teachers and staff
• Ask questions for help when necessary
• Maintain a well-rounded schedule which includes
  extra-curricular activities

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Academics

• Factors to consider when choosing classes
• Your childs academic strengths
• Teacher input
• Grades and Tests performance
• Personal goals

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6th Grade Schedule

• 8 periods
• Double block for Math (90 minutes)
• 1 Language Arts
• 1 Science
• 1 Social Studies
• 1 P.E. (all 6th graders take P.E.)
• 1 elective of a Fine Art (band, choir, or
  orchestra)
• 1 other elective which could include a second
  fine art
• 4 minutes for passing period

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Choices for 6th Grade Core Classes

• Math Pre AP or Math
• Language Arts Pre AP, LA, or
• G/T (for identified GT students)
• Science Pre AP or Science
• Social Studies Pre AP or World Cultures

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How many Pre-AP classes should my child take???

• Only you and your child can determine this!
• What are your childs strengths?
• The amount of extracurricular activities should
  be considered.
• How important are these classes to your child?
• Motivation, Effort, Attitude!

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ELECTIVES
All 6th grade students will receive 2 electives
chosen from the following

• Fine Arts Electives
• Students must choose one elective from
• Band, Orchestra or Choir
• General Electives
• The 2nd elective is chosen from
• Introduction to Art
• Introduction to Theatre Arts
• Technology Applications
• Teen Leadership
• Band, Orchestra, or Choir (student may elect to
  take double fine art)
• Reading SSI, Math SSI (Based on current or
  previous performance)

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Math Course Sequence
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CLUBS

• Student Council
• NJHS (National Junior Honor Society)
• Go Green (Recycling)
• Running Club
• Theatre Club
• Robotics Club
• Chess Club

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