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< Sixth Grade >

Philosophy

The sixth grade team empowers all students to take ownership of their learning as they navigate the transition between elementary and middle school. We are dedicated to ensuring all students thrive in this benchmark year through an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Instructional Approach

We strive to meet all student needs through differentiation of instruction that empowers students to thrive through choice, small group learning, and individualized instruction. 

Curriculum details

Math

Throughout the school year, students will explore the following math topics: 
  • The Number System 
  • Ratios and Proportions 
  • Expressions and Equations 
  • Geometry 
  • Statistics and Probability ​

Reading

Throughout the year, the students will engage in the following units:
  • Notice and Note (Strategies for reading fiction)
  • Book Clubs
  • Novel Study
  • Poetry
  • Analyzing Informational Text

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Science 

Throughout the year, the students will study earth science. Units will include:
  • Topography
  • Erosion and Deposition
  • Plate Tectonics 
  • Earth from space
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​Social Studies


Throughout the year the students will explore the ancient cultures of:
  • Mesopotamia
  • Egypt
  • China
  • Greece
  • Rome
  • The Middle Ages
  • Renaissance
Grading Scale
100 - 90 - A
89 - 80 - B
79 - 70 - C
69 - 60 - D
59 and Below - F

Middle School Expectations
As middle school teachers we hold our students to high academic and behavioral expectations. You can find the link to our Middle School Expectations here. 

Benchmark Year & Promotion Criteria 
Sixth Grade is a benchmark year. That means students must meet district criteria (found here) in order to pass to Seventh Grade. It is imperative that your student takes this important year very seriously.
Any student who does not meet the district criteria will need to attend summer school. Summer School is usually held at a different school and is mandatory if the student does not meet the promotion criteria. Failure to attend summer school results in automatically repeating the 6th grade.

It is our goal as the 6th grade team to work with the families to ensure all students pass to 7th grade without attending summer school.

 General Schedule

Time
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8:15 - 8:25
Morning Work/Breakfast
Morning Work/Breakfast
Morning Work/Breakfast
8:25- 9:25
Social Studies
Intervention
Intervention
9:25-10:25
Specials
Specials
Specials
10:25-11:25
Math
Reading
Science
11:25- 12:25
Intervention 
Science 
Reading
12:25-1:10
Lunch & Recess
Lunch & Recess
Lunch & Recess
1:10- 2:10
Reading
Social Studies
Math
2:10- 3:10
Science
Math
Social Studies

Grade level Events 

Field Trips
There will be field trips planned throughout the year. Most field trips will cost $5 - $10 which covers the cost of buses and admission. 


On June 2,2020, sixth graders will take a field trip to Medieval Times in order to connect what they’re learning in Social Studies. This field trips costs approximately $50. We will send out information at the beginning of 4th quarter that includes

Resources to use at home

Math: iXL.com is a website where students can practice skills they learn in class at home. Every week, there will be specific skills on the back of the homework sheet that aligns with the content taught in class. 

Reading: 
  • iXL.com (remember to click on “Language Arts” at the top)
  • Chicago Public Library 
  • NewsELA  - Login with Google
  • Bateman School Library Catalog

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  • Be Bateman
    • Our Mission & Vision
    • History of Bateman
    • Message from the Principal
    • Enrollment
    • Academics >
      • Grade Levels
      • Dual Language Overview
      • Essentials >
        • Library Science
        • Physical and Health Education
        • Fine Arts >
          • Visual Arts Overview
          • Music Overview
          • Bateman Art Blog
      • Social-Emotional >
        • Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS)
        • Second Step
        • Partnerships
      • Assessment
    • CPS Policies & Guidelines
  • Be Connected
    • Contact Us
    • School Directory >
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    • School Tour >
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    • Bateman News
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        • Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)
        • Bilingual Advisory Committee (BAC)
        • Bateman Boosters
    • Students >
      • Activities and Clubs
      • High School Information
      • MAP Resources
      • Bateman Basilisks
    • Before & After School >
      • Morning Care
      • PreK After Care
      • Neighborhood Boys Girls Club (NBGC)
      • FORGE After School >
        • FORGE: NRC & Bateman
        • FORGE Program Guide