6th - 8th Grade

UPCOMING EVENTS

(NEW) First bell rings at 8:05, tardy bell now rings at 8:15

Be sure to join our REMIND class for your student's grade level to get information and updates!

6th Gr Code: gsa-6gr

7th Gr Code: gsa7th26

8th Gr Code: gsa8th26

Dress Code Reminders: Please review the district dress code policy. Students who violate the dress code will receive 2 verbal reminders. Continuous violation of the dress code will result in your child being sent to the office to wait for you to bring an outfit change. Only solid-colored sweaters will be allowed in the classroom. Students who bring hats to school must refrain from using them indoors.
GUM IS A CONTINUED PROBLEM with our middle school students. Please remind your child that GUM in NOT ALLOWED on campus.
Students may access Clever here to use the learning programs at home. Once they log in to Clever, they will not need to use any additional passwords. ST Math is a great way to practice mathematical concepts! At-home practice/work may be needed if your child is unable to complete the minimum requirement during the school day.

This week in Sixth Grade:

ELA: Unit 1 Discovering Your Voice

Collaborate and Compare

Students will be reading two stories:

Better Than Words: Say It With a Selfie
OMG, Not Another Selfie!
Both of these stories are found on HMH.

Math: Unit 3 - Unit Rates & Percentages

We just finished our test on Unit 2 - Intro to Ratios. After fall break we will start on Unit 3 - Unit Rates & Percentages.

Please check the list of math links I've created so you and your child can keep up to date!

If your gator could use more math practice at home, please consider checking out Khan Academy. Students can make an account and have additional practice that follows grade-level standards! The lessons offer step-by-step feedback to support complete understanding!

Science: Nov 10 -14
Science Fair: Due date is November 22

Students have been learning about States of Matter and Phase Changes. We will continue with the topic this week and have a Test Friday November 14.

Social Studies:

Students will learn about Ancient Mesopotamia and How the key features of it's geography and development of technology influenced the daily lives and culture of its people.
Graded Assignments: Hexagonal Thinking (10 pts) & Ancient Mesopotamia Map (10 pts). There may additional assignments that go into the gradebook.
Assessment: 10 question quiz on Ancient Mesopotamia.

6th Grade First Quarter

First Quarter Learning Targets

6th Grade 2nd Quarter Expectations

Second Quarter Learning Targets

Q3 6th Grade Quarterly Expectations.pdf

Third Quarter Learning Targets

Q4 6th Grade Quarterly Expectations

Fourth Quarter Learning Targets

This week in Seventh Grade:

Math:

Unit 5: Operations with Positive/Negative Numbers

Sub-Unit 1: Adding and Subtracting (Lessons 1–5 + Practice Day + Quiz)

Add and subtract positive and negative numbers using a variety of strategies.
Describe strategies for determining the sum or difference of two rational numbers.

Sub-Unit 2: Multiplying and Dividing (Lessons 6–10)

Perform all four operations with positive and negative numbers using a variety of strategies.
Describe strategies for determining the sum, difference, product, or quotient of two rational numbers.

Sub-Unit 3: Applying Operations (Lessons 11–13 + Practice Day)

Apply all four operations with positive and negative numbers to analyze changes in our environment.
Interpret information about real-world situations involving positive and negative numbers.

Additional Resources and Support for Unit 5:

Caregiver Guide for Lessons

Additional Practice Problems

Khan Academy

Amplify Caregiver Hub

Free online Math Tutoring through U of A: https://crr.math.arizona.edu/zoom-tutors

Science:

-As we begin Quarter Two, we will begin exploring our next System of the Body, the Skeletal System

-Students will explore the fundamentals of the Skeletal System and the Major Bone Structures of the body, their locations, and how they work together to facilitate movement

ELA: Q2 information

Unit 2: The Terror and Wonder of Space

Selection 1: Dark They Were, and Golden-Eyed
- Focus Skills: Analyze Science Fiction and Mood
Selection 2: Martian Metropolis
- Focus Skills: Analyze Structure and Central Ideas
Selection 3 & 4: Humans Need to Explore Outer Space & Let Robots Take to the Stars
- Focus Skills: Analyze Argument and Rhetorical Devices

Upcoming Assessments:

NOV. 20-21: End of unit Writing Task- Argumentative Essay

Social Studies:

DBQ: Why did Creoles lead the fight for Latin American independence?
- Documents B-F Analysis

7th Grade First Quarter

First Quarter Learning Targets

7th Grade Q2 Quarterly Expectations

Second Quarter Learning Targets

Q3 7th Grade Quarterly Expectations.pdf

Third Quarter Learning Targets

Q4 7th Grade Quarterly Expectations

Fourth Quarter Learning Targets

This week in 8th Grade:

Tax Credit: Tax Credit Donation Link

Camp Sponsors & Donations: Online Jot Form

Math:

Unit 5: Functions and Volume

Sub-Unit 1: Introduction to Functions (Lessons 1–4)

Determine whether graphs, tables, or rules represent functions.
Describe situations using terms such as function, input, and output.

Sub-Unit 2: Representing and Interpreting Functions (Lessons 5–9 + Practice Day + Quiz)

Create and compare graphs of functions that represent stories.
Describe graphs of functions that represent situations.

Sub-Unit 3: Volume (Lessons 10–15 + Practice Day)

Calculate and compare the volumes of cylinders, cones, and spheres.
Explain the relationship between the volumes of cylinders, cones, and spheres.

Caregiver Guide for Lessons

Additional Practice Problems

Khan Academy

Amplify Caregiver Hub

Free online Math Tutoring through U of A: https://crr.math.arizona.edu/zoom-tutors

Science:

In Quarter 2, we are focusing on our Physical Science Standards. We are taking on the idea of WAVES and how energy can be transferred.

October 20th - 27th - Waves Unit

- Covers wave properties, kinds of waves, and wave behaviors

October 28th - November 21st: The Power of Waves through Natural Disasters
December 1st -11th: Using Engineering & Technology to Sustain Our World

ELA: Q1 Information

Unit 1: Gadgets and Glitches

Selection 1: The Brave Little Toaster
- Focus Skills: Analyze Plot & Analyze Science Fiction
Selection 2: Are Bionic Superhumans on the Horizon?
- Focus Skills: Identify Central Ideas and details & Analyze Organization

Upcoming Assessments:

MAP Growth Measurement Aug. 7th

Social Studies: updated 11/13

🇺🇲Quarter 2 DBQ: “How Did the Constitution Guard Against Tyranny?”
Students are exploring Federalism, Checks and Balances, Separation of Powers, and Representation for Big vs. Small States. We have finished all these topics. By the end of the school on Monday, November 17, your child should have a final draft for reviewing.
🎒Google Classroom: We’ve connected to our Social Studies Google Classroom! If you received an invite via email, please accept so you can follow your child’s work and progress.
📰 Daily News: We watch CNN 10 each day and connect current events to historical ideals.
I encourage you to preview or discuss these stories with your child—talking about what’s happening in the world helps them grow into thoughtful, informed young adults.
Students keep a written reflection portfolio—please check in on their progress.- This heavily weighted assignment is due November 21.

🗺️ Students are learning U.S. states and capitals to build geography skills connected to our Constitution studies. Encourage a few minutes of GeoGuesser practice each day! The final chance to retake this test is Wednesday November 19.

⚠️ Academic Honesty: Please remind your student about your family’s values and expectations for honesty. We’ve seen a rise in copying and AI misuse across classes. Misuse of AI could result in grades being invalidated.
Please check your email for more detailed information!

8th Grade First Quarter

First Quarter Learning Targets

Q2 8th Grade Quarterly Expectations

Second Quarter Learning Targets

_Q3 8th Grade Quarterly Expectations.pdf

Third Quarter Learning Targets

Q4 8th Grade Quarterly Expectations

Fourth Quarter Learning Targets

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