Welcome to 6th Grade!

Mrs. Williams is a lifelong learner who strives to inspire student agency and provide rich, diverse, and meaningful learning opportunities for all her students. She believes strongly in the power of building close relationships and treats every child as if they were her own. Mrs. Williams aims to balance the cultivation of academic advancement with social/emotional needs unique to this age group. She is truly honored to be a part of each individual's journey toward success. 

Sixth grade is a remarkable year of discovery and growth while preparing for the next phase of the academic journey to Middle School. Students in 6th grade deepen their discernment of literature and analytical texts across genres, cultures, and centuries. They extend their writing by asserting and defending claims, examining and conveying research information, and crafting narratives with compelling details and effective techniques. Mathematically, students engage in tethering concrete skills to abstract concepts with ratios, percentages, statistics, geometry, and fractions. Sixth graders will explore Ancient Civilizations, noticing the development and commonalities among those that thrived. They engage in scientific discoveries with topics including genetics, body systems, and the human impact on Earth's climate. 

In addition to academic growth, sixth graders learn to manage their time wisely, set priorities and organize their assignments. They learn to self-advocate through communication and use a variety of resources. Sixth graders also learn to recognize and strengthen their emotional well-being and foster healthy, diverse social connections. 

Personal History 

Mrs. Williams is married to Craig R. Williams, a San Dieguito Union High School District math teacher. They have two incredible children: Noah, age 23, studying BioMolecular Engineering at U.C.Santa Cruz, and Kalea, age 22, studying Business Administration (CPA) at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Mrs. Williams lives in Solana Beach and enjoys many ocean activities, hiking, mountain biking, and backpacking in the Sierras. She also enjoys reading literature, exploring artistic mediums, and spending quality time with family and friends.