Miss Perris' 6th Grade ELA, Reading, and Social Studies

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Welcome to Miss Perris' 6th grade website.  I teach Language Arts, Reading/Literature, and social studies.  Below you will find daily annoucements, reminders, and nightly homework for all of my classes.  Click on the individual dates in order to access the information.

Classroom News and Information

4/23/19

Updated Tue, Apr 23rd
Happy Tuesday,
 
There will continue to be Homework Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays!
 
Campbell Union School District invites you to the 41st Annual Richard Ullmann Writing Faire.  The Faire will take place from May 13 - May 22, 2019 at the Campbell Public Library.  A special reception for all participants and their family and friends is on Wednesday, May 15 between 6:00 - 7:30 pm at the library.  The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Campbell Library.  Join us at 6:00 pm for welcoming remarks by Superintendent Shelly Viramontez, or come at any time to view the entries.
I will be submitting the following entries to the Writer’s Faire:
Argumentative essays:
Allyson Jezyk**
Denali Reilly**
Regan Steele**
Kenzo Williams
 
Narrative writing:
 
Madeline Crowley
Sinchana Holla
Allyson Jezyk**
Issac Martinez
Denali Reilly**
Snigdha Shenoy
Regan Steele**
Noella Thu
Bailey Wilcox
Informational writing:
 
Sinchana Holla**
Amber Lopez
Anjani Nabar
Denali Reilly**
 
There are several other entries that I would like to submit.  Students have been told that ALL EDITED WRITER’S FAIRE ENTRIES MUST BE TURNED IN TO ME BY TOMORROW!
 
As we get closer to SBAC testing, administration has asked us to pass on this message.  Students are allowed to bring earbuds from home (must plug into the computer).  You do not need to go out and purchase them if your child does not have any at home.  We will provide them here at school.
 
SBAC testing is starting soon.  ELA testing begins first on Thursday, 5/2/19.  The testing block is from 10:15 - 11:37 am on testing days.  Please put the following dates/times on your calendar:
 
Thursday, 5/2/19 — ELA CAT 
Friday, 5/3/19 — ELA CAT 
Monday, 5/6/19 — Math CAT
Tuesday, 5/7/19 — Math CAT
Thursday, 5/9/19 — ELA PT
Friday, 5/10/19 — ELA PT
Monday, 5/13/19 — Math PT
Tuesday, 5/14/19 — Math PT
 
Please do not schedule appointments (if it can be helped) during testing times.
For all the latest Rolling Hills news, you can go to https://rollinghills.campbellusd.org.
Homework for 4/23/19:
 

Reading/Literature:  READ 30 minutes every night including weekends!  

Language Arts:  
 
*Learn the singular pronouns (Helpful hint:  Words with “one” are singular; words with “body” are singular; words with “thing” are singular.)  Examples of singular indefinite pronouns:  one, anyone, no one, someone, anybody, somebody, nobody, anything, something, everything, nothing . . .  
 
Math:  Learning Map - pg. 421-425 and 427-430.  Pages 429 (#4, #5, #6 only).  Complete all of pg. 430.
Science:  Review the study guide for the TEST TOMORROW.
 
Social Studies:  Chapter 7 test on Greece is on Thursday, 4/25.  Pink packet due at that time. 
Have a great night.
 
Ms. Perris/Ms. Harrington

4/22/19

Updated Mon, Apr 22nd
Happy Monday,
 
I told students today about the leave.  I think they are okay, as long as I come back.  :)  I spoke with Mr. Gillie over the weekend, and he wanted me to let you know that the classroom will be open during lunch (after a brief break), AND he will be having Homework Center on Tuesday and Thursday until 4:00 pm or so.  I greatly appreciate the fact that Mr. Gillie is willing to do this for us.  I expect the best behavior from students at all times, including during lunch and at Homework Center.
 
Campbell Union School District invites you to the 41st Annual Richard Ullmann Writing Faire.  The Faire will take place from May 13 - May 22, 2019 at the Campbell Public Library.  A special reception for all participants and their family and friends is on Wednesday, May 15 between 6:00 - 7:30 pm at the library.  The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Campbell Library.  Join us at 6:00 pm for welcoming remarks by Superintendent Shelly Viramontez, or come at any time to view the entries.
I will be submitting the following entries to the Writer’s Faire:
Argumentative essays:
Allyson Jezyk**
Denali Reilly**
Regan Steele**
Kenzo Williams
 
Narrative writing:
 
Madeline Crowley
Sinchana Holla
Allyson Jezyk**
Issac Martinez
Denali Reilly**
Snigdha Shenoy
Regan Steele**
Noella Thu
Bailey Wilcox
There are several other entries that I would like to submit.  Students have been told that ALL EDITED WRITER’S FAIRE ENTRIES MUST BE TURNED IN TO ME BY WEDNESDAY, 4/24.
 
As we get closer to SBAC testing, administration has asked us to pass on this message.  Students are allowed to bring earbuds from home (must plug into the computer).  You do not need to go out and purchase them if your child does not have any at home.  We will provide them here at school.
 
SBAC testing is starting soon.  ELA testing begins first on Thursday, 5/2/19.  The testing block is from 10:15 - 11:37 am on testing days.  Please put the following dates/times on your calendar:
 
Thursday, 5/2/19 — ELA CAT 
Friday, 5/3/19 — ELA CAT 
Monday, 5/6/19 — Math CAT
Tuesday, 5/7/19 — Math CAT
Thursday, 5/9/19 — ELA PT
Friday, 5/10/19 — ELA PT
Monday, 5/13/19 — Math PT
Tuesday, 5/14/19 — Math PT
 
Please do not schedule appointments (if it can be helped) during testing times.
For all the latest Rolling Hills news, you can go to https://rollinghills.campbellusd.org.
Homework for 4/22/19:
 

Reading/Literature:  READ 30 minutes every night including weekends!  

Language Arts:  
 
*Learn the singular and plural indefinite pronouns (Helpful hint:  Words with “one” are singular; words with “body” are singular; words with “thing” are singular.)  Examples of singular indefinite pronouns:  one, anyone, no one, someone, anybody, somebody, nobody, anything, something, everything, nothing . . .  
 
*Complete both sides of the two (2) worksheets on pronouns
 
Math:  
 
*Period 1:   pg. 424-425 + make cube and square pyramid  
 
*Period 2:   Complete pages 424 and 425 
Science:  Science test on Wednesday, 4/24 (chapter 14- atmosphere).  Students will receive a study guide tomorrow.
 
Social Studies:  REVIEW the pink packet.  Chapter 7 test on Greece is on Thursday, 4/25.  Pink packet due at that time.  We will review for part of the day tomorrow and Wednesday.
Have a great night.
 
Ms. Perris/Ms. Harrington

4/19/19

Updated Fri, Apr 19th
Happy Friday,
 
So, your children are growing like weeds, and many of them are complaining that they are hungry.  Like me, I think many of them eat their sandwich (or main food item) during break and then have very little left over for lunch.  My cabinets are always stocked full of Goldfish, pretzels, granola bars, etc., but it’s been difficult keeping up with the demand.  :(  I’ve asked students to talk to you about packing more food (or, having them pack more food, if they pack their own lunch).
 
SBAC testing is starting soon.  ELA testing begins first on Thursday, 5/2/19.  The testing block is from 10:15 - 11:37 am on testing days.  Please put the following dates/times on your calendar:
 
Thursday, 5/2/19 — ELA CAT 
Friday, 5/3/19 — ELA CAT 
Monday, 5/6/19 — Math CAT
Tuesday, 5/7/19 — Math CAT
Thursday, 5/9/19 — ELA PT
Friday, 5/10/19 — ELA PT
Monday, 5/13/19 — Math PT
Tuesday, 5/14/19 — Math PT
 
Please do not schedule appointments (if it can be helped) during testing times.
For all the latest Rolling Hills news, you can go to https://rollinghills.campbellusd.org.
Homework for 4/19/19:
 

Reading/Literature:  READ 30 minutes every night including weekends!  

Language Arts:  No homework
 
Math:   Survey due on Monday, 4/22
Science:  Continue to work on the current event project
 
Social Studies:  REVIEW the pink packet.  Chapter 7 test on Greece is next Thursday, 4/25.  Pink packet due at that time.
Have a great weekend.
 
Ms. Perris/Ms. Harrington

4/18/19

Updated Thu, Apr 18th
Happy Baskin-Robbins Thursday,
 
So, your children are growing like weeds, and many of them are complaining that they are hungry.  Like me, I think many of them eat their sandwich (or main food item) during break and then have very little left over for lunch.  My cabinets are always stocked full of Goldfish, pretzels, granola bars, etc., but it’s been difficult keeping up with the demand.  :(  I’ve asked students to talk to you about packing more food (or, having them pack more food, if they pack their own lunch).
 
SBAC testing is starting soon.  ELA testing begins first on Thursday, 5/2/19.  The testing block is from 10:15 - 11:37 am on testing days.  Please put the following dates/times on your calendar:
 
Thursday, 5/2/19 — ELA CAT 
Friday, 5/3/19 — ELA CAT 
Monday, 5/6/19 — Math CAT
Tuesday, 5/7/19 — Math CAT
Thursday, 5/9/19 — ELA PT
Friday, 5/10/19 — ELA PT
Monday, 5/13/19 — Math PT
Tuesday, 5/14/19 — Math PT
 
Please do not schedule appointments (if it can be helped) during testing times.
For all the latest Rolling Hills news, you can go to https://rollinghills.campbellusd.org.
Homework for 4/18/19:
 

Reading/Literature:  READ 30 minutes every night including weekends!  

Language Arts:  No homework
 
Math:   No homework
Science:  No homework
 
Social Studies:  REVIEW the pink packet.  Chapter 7 test on Greece is next Thursday, 4/25.  Pink packet due at that time.
Have a great night.
 
Ms. Perris/Ms. Harrington

4/17/19

Updated Wed, Apr 17th
Happy Wednesday,
 
SBAC testing is starting in a little over 2 weeks.  ELA testing begins first on Thursday, 5/2/19.  The testing block is from 10:15 - 11:37 am on testing days.  Please put the following dates/times on your calendar:
 
Thursday, 5/2/19 — ELA CAT 
Friday, 5/3/19 — ELA CAT 
Monday, 5/6/19 — Math CAT
Tuesday, 5/7/19 — Math CAT
Thursday, 5/9/19 — ELA PT
Friday, 5/10/19 — ELA PT
Monday, 5/13/19 — Math PT
Tuesday, 5/14/19 — Math PT
 
Please do not schedule appointments (if it can be helped) during testing times.
For all the latest Rolling Hills news, you can go to https://rollinghills.campbellusd.org.
Homework for 4/17/19:
 

Reading/Literature:  READ 30 minutes every night including weekends!  

Language Arts:  Think about the poetry packet.  What questions do you have?
 
Math:   No homework
Science:  Quiz TOMORROW (postponed from today).
 
Social Studies:  REVIEW today’s section 2 notes.  Chapter 7 test on Greece is next Thursday, 4/25.  Pink packet due at that time.
Have a great night.
 
Ms. Perris/Ms. Harrington

4/16/19

Updated Tue, Apr 16th
Happy Tuesday,
 
SBAC testing is starting in a little over 2 weeks.  ELA testing begins first on Thursday, 5/2/19.  The testing block is from 10:15 - 11:37 am on testing days.  Please put the following dates/times on your calendar:
 
Thursday, 5/2/19 — ELA CAT 
Friday, 5/3/19 — ELA CAT 
Monday, 5/6/19 — Math CAT
Tuesday, 5/7/19 — Math CAT
Thursday, 5/9/19 — ELA PT
Friday, 5/10/19 — ELA PT
Monday, 5/13/19 — Math PT
Tuesday, 5/14/19 — Math PT
 
Please do not schedule appointments (if it can be helped) during testing times.
For all the latest Rolling Hills news, you can go to https://rollinghills.campbellusd.org.
Homework for 4/16/19:
 

Reading/Literature:  READ 30 minutes every night including weekends!  

Language Arts:  No homework
 
Math:   Complete the 2-sided worksheet.  Side 1- p. 335, review of Dot Plots (do not do #6-8).  Side 2 - p. 341, review of histograms.  Please remember that the intervals need to each be the same amount. 
Science:  Finish up worksheets if you haven’t yet completed them (section 4 of the atmosphere chapter).  Study for a quiz on it TOMORROW.
 
Social Studies:  REVIEW the pink packet.  Chapter 7 test will most likely be next Thursday, 4/25.  The pink packet will be due on the day of the test.
Have a great night.
 
Ms. Perris/Ms. Harrington

4/15/19

Updated Mon, Apr 15th
Happy Monday and Welcome Back,
 
SBAC testing is starting in a little over 2 weeks.  ELA testing begins first on Thursday, 5/2/19.  The testing block is from 10:15 - 11:37 am on testing days.  Please put the following dates/times on your calendar:
 
Thursday, 5/2/19 — ELA CAT 
Friday, 5/3/19 — ELA CAT 
Monday, 5/6/19 — Math CAT
Tuesday, 5/7/19 — Math CAT
Thursday, 5/9/19 — ELA PT
Friday, 5/10/19 — ELA PT
Monday, 5/13/19 — Math PT
Tuesday, 5/14/19 — Math PT
 
Please do not schedule appointments (if it can be helped) during testing times.
 
Ms. Harrington began each math class today with a survey.  She asked questions relating to mental health and wrote down student’s answers.  As a class, they discussed making connections to others and clarifying different ways people get help from family and friends.  She explained that this is a stressful time of year and that students should check in with those close to them.  Also, she encouraged students to reach out to an adult on campus, because we are always here to listen too!   
For all the latest Rolling Hills news, you can go to https://rollinghills.campbellusd.org.
Homework for 4/15/19:
 

Reading/Literature:  READ 30 minutes every night including weekends!  

Language Arts:  The informational essay is due TOMORROW.  Please PRINT OUT THE ESSAY and BRING TO CLASS TOMORROW! 
 
Math:   Complete the back side of the intro to histograms. We did page 343, and the back side, page 344, is homework.  Bring your math book - Module 16, Lesson 5.
 
Science:  Be looking for an article on current events to share in science.  Starting this week, 5 students will present during science class on Fridays.  Students should know if they are scheduled for this Friday.
 
Social Studies:  REVIEW chapter 7, section 1 notes on Greece.
Have a great night.
 
Ms. Perris/Ms. Harrington

4/5/19

Updated Fri, Apr 5th
Happy Friday,
 
Just a reminder that next week is Spring Break!!
For all the latest Rolling Hills news, you can go to https://rollinghills.campbellusd.org.
Please check out the Online Book Fair.  It has a larger selection of items.  They are conveniently broken down by grade level and age group. 
Aside from elementary level through middle school books, there is the availability of high school level and adult best sellers. Please check it out. 
Any purchases will be sent directly to the school after Spring Break. 
 
Homework for 4/5/19:
 
Reading/Literature:  READ 30 minutes every night including weekends!  
Language Arts:  The informational essay is due on Tuesday, 4/16.  Please PRINT OUT THE ESSAY and BRING TO CLASS on TUESDAY! 
 
Math:   No homework
 
Science:  If you have been chosen for the science project, think about your article.
 
Social Studies:  No homework
Have a great week!!  We’ll see you back on the 15th.
 
Ms. Perris/Ms. Harrington

4/3/19

Updated Wed, Apr 3rd
Happy Wednesday,
 
Some reminders that tonight is the Spring Band Concert and next week is Spring Break!
For all the latest Rolling Hills news, you can go to https://rollinghills.campbellusd.org.
TOMORROW is the last day of the Book Fair!  Please see below about the Online Book Fair.  :)
 
We were able to extend our Online Book Fair until April 12, 2018.  
The Online Fair has a larger selection of items.  They are conveniently broken down by grade level and age group. 
Aside from elementary level through middle school books, there is the availability of high school level and adult best sellers. Please check it out. 
Any purchases will be sent directly to the school after Spring Break. 
 
Pennies for Patients Fundraiser will end on Friday, 4/5.
Homework for 4/3/19:
 
Reading/Literature:  READ 30 minutes every night including weekends!  
Language Arts:  The informational essay (5 paragraphs) should be complete at this point.  Students should continue to revise and edit the essay this evening.  I have been putting essays under the document camera and dissecting them in front of the class.  Students have been very supportive of each other’s writing and are learning a lot from this process.  Although individual writing can differ greatly, the framework of the informational essay is the same, and it’s quite formulaic.  I think students are beginning to understand this concept.
 
Math:   Bring lessons 16.3, 16.4, and 16.5 to class tomorrow.
 
Science:  No homework
 
Social Studies:  No homework
Have a great night.
 
Ms. Perris/Ms. Harrington

4/1/19

Updated Mon, Apr 1st
Happy Monday,
For all the latest Rolling Hills news, you can go to https://rollinghills.campbellusd.org.
Don’t forget that the Book Fair is being held in the library this week!
Pennies for Patients Fundraiser will end on Friday, 4/5.
Homework for 4/1/19:
 
Reading/Literature:  READ 30 minutes every night including weekends!  Jaguar composition books due TOMORROW - GREEN GROUP ONLY  
Language Arts:  Complete the informational essay tonight at home.  BRING A PAPER COPY TO CLASS TOMORROW.
 
Math:   Please review the introduction to statistics worksheet with your student.  What are statistical questions?  Mean, mode, median as central tendencies that help us when we collect, present, analyze, and make decisions using statistics.  The backside is homework.  Bringing Module 16 is homework, as well.
 
Science:  Quiz on section 1 for atmosphere on Wednesday, 4/3/19 (NOTE DATE CHANGE):  definition of atmosphere, gasses in the atmosphere (78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen, 1% other gases such as argon, carbon dioxide, and water vapor, which is an invisible gas that forms when water reaches a certain temperature), small particles that are in the atmosphere ( dust, volcanic ash, sea salt, dirt, smoke), how gravity works to form air pressure, why air pressure is highest near Earth’s surface, air pressure changing as altitude increases, layers of the atmosphere: troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere (defined by changes in temperature).
 
Social Studies:  No homework.  Students will present their Greek city-state flags in class tomorrow.
Have a great night.
 
Ms. Perris/Ms. Harrington
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