A New Year!

Welcome to 6th Grade

School supplies are purchased, alarm clocks are set, desks are back in classrooms, it must be time for Back-to-School! I am so excited to have your children as my students this year. Our school theme gives a wonderful focus for our year:       

Jeremiah 29:11

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.

We are children of God! This year through our theme, we will explore God's ultimate plan for us is to join Him in heaven, our home prepared for us by his Son Jesus, our Savior.  In this life on earth we walk in faith according to God's plan.  I pray this school year gives you a renewed opportunity to grow in your faith: as a parent, as a student, and as a family.

I am eager to partner with you in both educating and nurturing your child this year. I encourage families to talk about lessons we learn, especially memory verses and Religion lessons. I look forward to seeing you in worship at Zion or hearing about your worship experiences at your home church as our class grows together in our faith walk. Together - student, family, and school – we can build each other in the Body of Christ! Please do not hesitate to contact me with your questions or insights throughout the year.

What's New in Grade 6?

One of our big goals in 6th grade is for students to become more independent in their learning. This news blog will update you on current happenings, but in 6th grade I no longer publish spelling words, memory assignments, or tests in the parent news.  These are things your child will be tracking in their assignment book.  If an individual student needs more organizational help, I will work one-on-one with that student.  I plan to publish this blog weekly on Fridays.

PTL Back to School Night

Mark your calendar: The PTL Back to School Night is Tuesday, August 21 at 6:30 p.m. This is an "adult only" information night.  Mr. Braddy and I will be combining parents in the 6R classroom to share further information about the unique aspects of 6th grade.  I look forward to seeing you! See the Banner email for the session times.

English Discussion Groups:

Working together to explore good communication skills

Body language is a form of communication

Listening, speaking and viewing are all involved

I have an idea!

Using good eye contact too!

 Cooperative thinkers!