6th Grade
In addition to mastering curriculum and state standards in all subjects, our goal is to build positive digital citizens and prepare students for real-life experiences.
Curriculum
Science - NGSS Hands-on investigations focused on:
- Biology/life science - Cellular Systems including Genetics
- Physical Science - Weather systems, Earth Conservation and human impact on Earth Systems
- Science is everywhere!
Math
- Multiplying and Dividing Fractions
- Ratios - Unit Rates
- Operations with Decimals
- Coordinate plane with positive and negative numbers
- Beginning algebraic equations
- area and perimeter of 2D and 3D quadrilaterals and triangles
- Graphs and graphing
Social Studies
- World History Civilizations
- Focuses on: Geography, Religion, Accomplishments, Politics, Economics, and Social Class
Language Arts
- myPerspectives is used as our key learning material for English. This includes poems, short stories, and excerpts from novels of both fiction and nonfiction literature.
- We write 2 - 3 essays during the year to help us learn new skills as well as improve on the techniques learned in the past.
- We also use supplemental stories to reinforce our new skills.
Homework Expectations
Homework is given at the individual teacher's discretion.
Supplies
- Pencils
- Pens
- Colored Pencils
- Highlighters
- Spiral Notebooks - College Rule
- Wired headphones
Resources
Classlink Code: Lancsd
All classes at Endeavour comply with California Department of Education standards. Click here for detailed information about CA DOE Content standards.
