Best Practices for Grade Six

SVMS 6th Grade Homework Tips for Students and Parents

• In 6th grade, we expect approximately one “working” hour on school work.

• For Math, have your student stick to a time limit, and then have him/her come to class with questions about homework he/she didn’t understand.

• If your student needs to take a break every 15 minutes, set a timer, take a break, then set the timer again for another 15 minutes.

• Plan your week using the SchoolLoop, which is updated at the beginning of each week.

• Set aside space to work, with all supplies necessary

• Have the student do homework where you can easily supervise.

• Enrichment is not a time for homework, but it is a time to get extra help on homework or catch up on absent work.

• Put distractions away during homework time!! Examples can include social media devices, video games, and TV.

• Don’t forget that 6th graders require good nutrition and rest to function well at school.

6th Grade Materials Recommendation:

• 3 ring binder

• SVMS Binder Reminder or calendar/planner

• Plastic tab dividers

• Binder paper

• Tons of pencils and erasers

• Handheld pencil sharpener with shaving receptacle

• Pens (blue or black ink)

• A set of colored pencils

• Dry erase markers

• Highlighters For Science:

• ERSKINE: 1-2 two pocket folders

• FISH:2 composition books with 100 pages each. Can purchase from science teacher the first week of school.

• For Math: calculator, glue stick, metric ruler, Quad Ruled Composition books

• Silent reading book

• Optional: plastic pencil holder in the binder

• At home: computer, clear tape, glue, scissors

STEPS FOR SUCCESS

•Check School Loop nightly for assignments, classroom, and school news.

• Record and review information in your Binder Reminder for weekly homework.  Be sure to check Illuminate and the school website weekly.

• Bring to class the following supplies daily: binder, binder paper, Binder Reminder, pen, pencils, colored pencils, highlighters, and a pencil sharpener.

• Always write with complete sentences, and R the Q (restate part of the question in your answer).

• When absent, you are still required to read all assigned materials and complete all make-up work (check School Loop for homework and check in with your teacher for missed classroom  assignments)

• Utilize your time in Enrichment period to get caught up on late or absent work or get help from your subject teachers.

 

PARENT SUPPORT NEEDED AT HOME

• Expect nightly homework.

• Check your student’s completed work.

• Print out the week’s assignments from the school website (School Loop).

• Check Illuminate each week for graded/missing assignments.

 

TEACHER SUPPORT GIVEN AT SCHOOL

• Work will be provided for students when they return from an absence.

• Available to help students during Enrichment period.

• Grades updated weekly on Illuminate.

• Assignments updated on School Loop weekly and listed on classroom board for the week.

• Large assignments are broken down.