1. Download/View Mrs. Rivas' Calendar

You can download Mrs. Rivas' 6th grade Google Calendar into your own account to stay updated on key assignments and important due dates.

You may view the calendar and steps on how to download it on the "Calendar" tab of this website.

Monitoring the class calendar not only helps your child stay focused on assignments and time management, but it is also a wonderful conversation starter.

Instead of "How was school today?", you can ask, "How was your figurative language scavenger hunt?". Specific questions help generate conversations and can reinforce the day's learning.

3. Check Their Notebook

Your child will be recording notes and journal prompts on a weekly basis. Encourage your child to share their new learning, writing, and reading reflections.

4. READ, READ, READ!

Ensure that your child is reading 30 minutes every night! I understand this can be a challenge in middle school but here are some ideas!

• Designate a reading routine with your child (try to set a time and place where your child will read every night)

• Let your child read what they are interested in! Not all reading comes from a physical book. Allow your child to read newspapers, magazines, and online articles.

• Encourage your child to read aloud to yourself, a sibling, or even a pet!

• Praise your child when you see them reading.

• Take your child to the city library! Let them explore and see how many books are out there!