American history provides the framework for the Social Studies program. During the year, the students will study geography, and government as well as history. The 6th grade program is primarily self-contained. All of the students will be assigned to a homeroom teacher who will provide instruction in reading, spelling, and English. The teachers will work together to provide instruction in Science, Social Studies, and Math.
Academic areas continue to receive emphasis in sixth grade.
The reading program stresses comprehension, vocabulary development, and writing. Novels will frequently be used to supplement the text. The math program will continue to develop basic skills. Problem solving techniques will also receive emphasis. Social Studies will focus on world history and geography.