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SIXTH GRADE

Meet Your 6th Grade Teacher

Mr. Ian Hinkle

I have been working for the Diocese of San Jose for 30 years, with 21 years of experience in education. I previously taught at St. Victor, where I did Music and IT and eventually Social Studies and Religion. For the past 4 years, I have taught Science at St. John Vianney where I have been able to incorporate STEM projects in the curriculum. I became a teacher to make a difference in students’ lives.

6th Grade Highlights

I expect my students to exhibit:

Critical Thinking: Develop the ability to analyze, evaluate, and apply information.
Collaboration: Work effectively in groups and communicate with peers.
Organization: Manage time and organize materials and assignments efficiently.
Technology: Utilize technology tools for research, communication, and presentations.

The highlight for sixth grade is science camp! This year we will be attending Camp Arroyo for Science camp. We will be doing a variety of Science projects including our cell projects. I will be hosting a podcasting elective.

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Religion

6th Grade Religion curriculum teaches about following Jesus and ancestors in Hebrew and Christian scriptures. It includes Family Life curriculum with Safe Environment lesson and weekly morning Mass attendance.

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Language Arts

Students use word origins, context clues, and literary knowledge to understand vocabulary. They read and comprehend grade-level material, connect ideas, and read one million words annually.

They describe and connect the essential ideas, arguments, and perspectives of the text by using their knowledge of text structure, organization, and purpose.

Students write clear essays, use proper English conventions, and deliver excellent presentations.

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Math

Sixth graders learn math operations, fractions, algebra, geometry, statistics data analysis, and probability. They solve problems, identify angles, draw quadrilaterals, and calculate circumference and area. They also compute range, mean, median, and mode of data.

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Science

Students learn about earth science the impact of earthquakes, volcanoes, and plate tectonics on the Earth's formation. They also study thermal energy and the transfer of heat through conduction and convection. Additionally, students explore the energy of the sun, which is our primary source of energy. Students design a scientific experiment, form hypotheses, and present a written report.

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Social Studies

Grade six students study ancient civilizations, focusing on people, events and geography. They learn about the everyday, accomplishments, and structures of these civilizations, as well as their ideas and enduring contributions. Students also develop critical thinking skills by analyzing the reasons for the rise and fall of civilizations and the interactions among different cultures.

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STEAM

Students continue to expand their understanding of the elements of art and apply them as they use basic tools and art-making processes such as printmaking and collage. Students receive weekly instruction in music enrichment.

Students learn to use word processing applications and design elements. Use of the school-distributed iPad's are woven throughout the curriculum.

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