6 th Grade PEP

6th Grade PEPAcademic Planning

Overview1. Introduce note-taking tips for success in

middle school2. Understand:

o Terms and/or semesterso Standards-based report cardso Characteristics of a successful learner

3. Introduce student portal (if applicable)4. Review and assess lesson notes5. Complete activity to introduce other

study skills for success in middle school

Middle School Success Tips

• Watch note-taking video:o http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gCrslHx7xA

• Get out pen and paper and take key notes, using your method.

• Video Discussion Questions:o What did you learn about note-taking from this video?

• (e.g. LISTEN, Cornell, Outline, T-notes, 5 Rs)o Think about what you learned and compare to your notes.

• Do they look like any of the styles you learned about?o Are there any important strategies that the video didn’t discuss?

• (e.g. keep notes neat and easy to read; get a copy of the notes if or when you miss class)

Cornell Note-Taking Example

Note-taking LISTEN Tips

The 3 styles

The 5 Rs

L ead - read material before classI deas – write only main ideasS ummarize in own words within 24 hrsT alk to teacher if Qs or ideasEnd - review notes & identify problemsN otes – key points or words

• Cornell Notes • Outline• T-notes

• R ecord notes• R educe to key poits• R ecite – repeat out loud• R eflect – think through notes• R eview same day

Summary: 1) main ideas 2) details 3) summary.

Key pts. Then summarize and review.

Note-taking practice

For the rest of the lesson, take notes using the Cornell method

so we can check your understanding.

Terms & Semesters

Terms & Semesters• The rectangle below represents one school year

• Some schools divide their year into 2 Semesters, made up of 4 Terms or Quarters.

1st Semester 2nd Semester

• Some schools divide their year into 3 Terms, otherwise known as Trimesters

• Discuss the schedule used by YOUR SCHOOL

School Year (August – June)

1st Quarter

2nd Quarter

3rd Quarter

4th Quarter

1st Trimester 2nd Trimester 3rd Trimester

Standards-Based Report

Cards

Standards-Based Report Cards

• A standard is what all students should know and be able to do. Standards are consistent from school to school and statewide.

• Progress/Report cards provide information on specific areas of progress toward the state standard each term, as well as an “end of year” determination of your achievement level in relation to the standard.

• Students are expected to demonstrate proficient achievement of state standards by the end of the year.

Example 6th grade Standards

Standards-Based Report Cards

• You may receive a 4 if you are far ahead of where students are expected to be at that point in time relative to the standards.

• You will receive a 3 if you are well on your way to reaching the standard at the end of the year!

• You will receive a 2 if you have made some progress but are not quite on track to reach the standard by the end of the year. Some intervention may be necessary.

• You will receive a 1 if you definitely require extra support and intervention to achieve the standard.

Standards-Based Report Cards

• 3’s = on track to reach the standards.o Discussion Questions:

• Why is it important to be “on-track” each year?• What are the long-term implications?

• 1’s and 2’s = not on track o Discussion Question:

• What do you think students can do to help get on-track?• Is it ever too late?

“Clear, consistent college- and career-ready standards establish what students at every grade level need to know in order to be prepared for success beyond high school” (Bill & Melina Gates Foundation website)

Standards-Based Report Cards

• Activity:o Review sample report card A

• Determine if this student is on-track academicallyo Review scores on “Characteristics of a Successful

Learner”o Review sample report card B

• Determine if this student is on-track academicallyo Review scores on “Characteristics of a Successful

Learner”

o Is there a connection between grades and scores on Characteristics of Successful Learners?

Standards-Based Report Cards

• If you are not on track after the first term,o Evaluate your areas of academic strength and

weakness.o Look closely at your scores in the section,

“Characteristics of a Successful Learner.” • Research shows that effort in these areas directly impact

school achievement and long-term life success. • The good news is that you have immediate and direct

control over your success in these standards. o Set up a meeting with your teacher and create a

plan to get on track by the end of the year.

Characteristics of

Successful Learners

Characteristics of Successful Learners

Characteristics of Successful Learners (Effort) Trimester

1 2 3

Work Habits:

Completes class assignments Completes homework in a timely and satisfactory manner Participates in class activities as a productive and respectful group member Self assesses and sets goals for further learningSocial Responsibilities:

Takes responsibility for own actions

Follows school, class, and playground rules Shows respect for self and others’ ideas and property

Where do you stand? Identify one area of strength and weakness.

Notes ReviewTerms & Semesters

Standards-based Report Card

Characteristics of Successful Learners

1st Semester 2nd Semester

Quarter 1 Quarter 2 Quarter 3 Quarter 4

Trimester 1 Trimester 2 Trimester 3

• 4 – ahead of grade-level • 3 – on-track, on grade-level• 2 – not quite to grade-level• 1 – need extra help/support

• Impact grades, achievement, and long-term success

• Within MY control• Includes assignments, homework,

participation, goal setting, responsibility, respect, & rulesSummary: Our school uses trimester terms

3’s&4’s on-track 1’s&2’s off-track, get helpHomework & participation help with achievement

Student Portal

From here, you can view your attendance, grades, & other important information to help you stay on-track.

Middle School Success Tips

Middle School Success Tips

• Middle School Success Tips Activity 1 or 2• Follow directions to divide into teams

Team A Team B

Post-Test