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<p class="fontlook">In the Sixth Grade, the students are considered the leaders of the Intermediate school and with that privilege comes more responsibility.  The teachers act as guides in helping the girls choose the role that they will play in the Intermediate school.  The girls have community service opportunities in which they experience giving of themselves, such as the Barnyard tutoring program.  The girls now have a myriad of after school activities available to them, which helps them learn to balance school and personal responsibilities.  
	
<p class="fontlook">LANGUAGE ARTS
<p class="fontlook">Students practice a variety of writing activities, which cover the four main purposes:  to entertain, to inform, to persuade, and to express.  Following the steps in the writing process, the students learn the importance of revising and editing.  The literature program includes short stories, novels, poetry, and essays.  The elements of stories studied include character, setting, conflict, plot, and theme.  The students have opportunities to read as a whole class, in small group situations, or independently. Vocabulary is drawn from their reading, as well as other sources. Grammar is taught and reinforced through the writing process.      
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<p class="fontlook">MATHEMATICS
<p class="fontlook">The students will consolidate the previous ideas of previous mathematics courses.  The investigations, problems, and practice exercises will develop the students’ logical, mathematical and reasoning skills.  Students complete guided investigations that explore and develop ideas, then practice them along with procedural skills in subsequent chapters.  Each student will read and work all the problems as well as discuss them and reason the involved steps. 
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<p class="fontlook">RELIGION
<p class="fontlook">In the Religion program we explore the history of salvation – from Creation, through the Old Testament, to its fulfillment in Jesus – as we share stories of our ancestors in faith.  We recognize the importance of the prophets as witnesses for God and their relevance to our own time.  We find our connection to Christian worship from its roots in the Old Testament, and learn the life of God’s people and their relationship as it unfolds through the stories.  Important themes throughout the book call us to holiness, to care for the Earth, and to act in the ways of justice.      
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<p class="fontlook">SCIENCE
<p class="fontlook">An inquiry based learning approach is used to delve into the topics of Ecosystems including the Pollution and Endangered Species; Earth in Space; and Storm Systems.  Through small group, teacher-guided explorations; the students critically analyze the subject matter.  Through trial and error the students learn the process of scientific investigation.   
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<p class="fontlook">SOCIAL STUDIES
<p class="fontlook">Interdisciplinary units developed through readings, projects and electronic presentations facilitate the study of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance as it occurred in the western and eastern empires.  The course will also enable the students to develop a global perspective through the evaluation of ancient empires; as well as the economic, social, and political challenges faced around the world.  
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<p class="fontlook">SPANISH - For Speakers
<p class="fontlook">In the Spanish Speakers course, the student will be introduced to more complex aspects of the language.  This will enable them to develop writing skills in a more creative manner.  
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<p class="fontlook">SPANISH - For Non-Speakers
<p class="fontlook">In the Non-Speakers course, the vocabulary and grammar structures will be reinforced. Students demonstrate understanding of the nature of language through comparisons of the language studied and their own. They show evidence of becoming lifelong learners by using the language for personal enjoyment and enrichment.
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<p class="fontlook">STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
<p class="fontlook">The student development curriculum in the Intermediate School encourages the students to learn to make wise choices regarding their personal well-being and to practice healthy behaviors. Topics covered throughout the year are: conflict resolution, empathy, self-esteem, responsibility, building friendships, respect for self and others, effective communication, problem solving skills, community building,  peacemaking skills, bullying prevention, touching safety, body image, puberty, and drug and alcohol prevention.
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<p class="fontlook">CHINESE
<p class="fontlook">This is an introductory course designed for sixth graders non-native speakers of Chinese.  This course is focused on developing skills of listening, comprehension and speech in Chinese.  Students are required to master the Pinyin and the four tones.  Basic Chinese grammar and daily vocabulary are also introduced.  In addition, students are required to learn about the Chinese cultures and customs.
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<p class="fontlook">ART
<p class="fontlook">Students will learn the foundations of fine art through hands-on experience in many media, including chiaroscuro drawings, painting, sculpture, and relief printmaking. Students will gain knowledge of fundamental art techniques and concepts including value, color, proportion, perspective, repetition, form, composition, and chiaroscuro shading. Students will learn how projects fit into the context of art history and emphasis will be placed on studying specific artists, both historical and contemporary. Analysis and critique will be introduced as students become familiar with the vocabulary and interpretation of art.
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<p class="fontlook">TECHNOLOGY
<p class="fontlook">Keyboard speed and accuracy is expected to be 24 WPM by the end of the year and the students will use technology tools to process data and learn to report results using a variety of media and formats. 
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<p class="fontlook">MUSIC
<p class="fontlook">The sixth grade will learn how to correctly use and care for their voices.  They will sing a variety of multi-cultural songs and learn how to put expression into their singing.  They will also continue to strengthen their instrumental abilities.
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<p class="fontlook">PHYSICAL EDUCATION
<p class="fontlook">Physical education in the sixth grade includes continued skill development and mastering of skills with rules and regulations to various team sports which include; basketball, volleyball, soccer, kickball, softball, swimming and water polo.  They continue to develop appropriate attitudes concerning winning and losing that will impact favorably to acceptable social and emotional behavior.  
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