Rising 6th Grade Families: Please complete BOTH forms (see below or the side menu) by 3/28! Thank you!
The transition from fifth to sixth grade is a big deal, and we're excited to welcome our new sixth graders to middle school! We hope you're excited too!
In order to prepare for our new sixth graders' arrival in the fall, Clarke Middle School will be using this website to serve as a hub for all communications, documents, and information related to your child's advancement to middle school. Please see the timeline below for an overview of the transition process.
QUESTIONS?
After attending/watching our middle school transition info sessions on or after March 10, you may have questions. If so, please contact the Clarke main office at 781-861-2450 between the hours of 7:30 - 3:30 on weekdays.
5th-6th Grade Transition Timeline
Monday, March 3 — 5th-to-6th Grade Transition Website Launch
You will receive a message inviting you to visit this transition website, linked on the Clarke website, that will contain all the necessary information and resources you’ll need to complete the course request process for your rising 6th grader.
Monday, March 10 — Family Information Night (7-8PM in Clarke Auditorium)
This is a comprehensive presentation about Clarke, providing you with detailed information for making choices about your child’s middle school experience. We have recorded a presentation of the slideshow linked it above so that families who don’t attend the event live may watch at their convenience. There will be an opportunity to ask questions, and we are partnering with Clarke’s PTO to host a parent/caregiver panel who will discuss tips and considerations for managing the transition to middle school.
Tuesday, March 11th — Course Registration Begins (Complete Google Forms)
The Program of Studies has been posted on the Clarke website, and we will email you with two different forms:
These forms have been posted on this website, as well. We ask that you complete these two forms by March 28, 2025 so that we may begin the teaming and scheduling process for next school year.
Friday, March 28th — Course Registration Window Closes
Tuesday, June 10 — 5th Grade Step-Up Day
5th grade students will visit Clarke in the afternoon to tour the building and meet some of our staff.
Mid-August — Your child’s team placement will be emailed home through our Aspen portal.
All middle school students will receive their full schedule on the first day of school.
TBA in Late August — Open House for Parents/Caregivers & Students