Hopewell Middle School

Language Arts 6 Resource 23.8110000 LA 6 Team-Taught On-Level 23.9110000 LA 6 On-Level 23.0110000 LA 6 Advanced LA 6 TAG 23.0110040 23.2110040 LA 7 On-Level LA 7 Advanced LA 7 Advanced (TAG) 23.0120050 23.0120060 23.2120060 Small group Language Arts setting that focuses on 6th grade standards with a modified curriculum Two teachers collaborate together to teach one class Georgia 6th grade standards are taught in one year with differentiated assessments Georgia 6th grade standards are taught in one year with differentiated assessments Georgia 6th grade standards are taught in one year with differentiated assessments featuring real-world applications stressing higher order thinking skills 7th grade standards are taught in one year Note: We do not recommend placing students in ELA 7 On-Level. The class would be in the 7th grade hallway with 7th grade students. LA 6 Curriculum is comprised of six 6-week units and align with the FCS District Unit Assessments: Unit 1 Reading: Primarily literary texts interspersed with informational texts Writing Focus: Narrative writing completed in stages, constructed response paragraphs Unit 2 Reading: Primarily informational texts interspersed with literary texts Writing Focus: Informational, constructed response paragraphs Unit 3 Reading: Literary texts interspersed with thematically connected informational texts Writing Focus: Argument writing, constructed response paragraphs Unit 4 Reading: Informational texts interspersed with thematically connected literary texts Writing Focus: Informative essay, document based constructed response paragraphs Unit 5 Reading: Literary texts interspersed with thematically connected informational texts Writing Focus: Narrative and Argument writing, constructed response paragraphs Unit 6 Reading: Informational texts interspersed with thematically connected literary texts Writing Focus: Narrative and Informational writing, document based constructed response paragraphs LA 7 (Accelerated/TAG) Integration of vocabulary, literary and nonfiction texts, reading strategies, writing, oral language skills, research, and grammar. These will be included in the writing process and technology usage.

The 6th Grade Earth Science curriculum provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills in earth sciences. The course is designed to provide students with an overview of the common concepts in earth sciences including but not limited to meteorology, geology, astronomy, hydrology, and impact of humans on the earth, resources utilization and conservation. These concepts are investigated through observing, collecting, summarizing, analyzing, and presenting the results of scientific investigations and fieldwork for students to develop the appropriate skills in science as inquiry. COURSE NAME COURSE NUMBER Earth Science 40.0610000 Earth Science Team Taught 40.9610000 Earth Science Resource 40.8610000 Earth Science TAG 40.2610000 Unit One Weathering and Erosion Unit Two Rocks and Minerals Unit Three Plate Tectonics Unit Four Hydrology Unit Five Meteorology Unit Six Natural Resources Unit Seven Astronomy

HMS SOCIAL STUDIES Social Studies 6 Resource 45.8070000 Social Studies 6 Team-Taught On-Level 45.9070000 Social Studies 6 Social Studies 6 TAG 45.0070000 45.2070000 Small group Social Studies setting that focuses on 6th grade standards in one year. Two teachers collaborate to teach the 6th grade standards in one class. Georgia 6th grade standards are taught in one year. Georgia 6th grade standards are taught in one year with a more extensive focus. Topics of Study Geography History Personal Finance Government Economics Basic Map Skills Units of Study Europe Canada Latin America Australia Social Studies Course Overview: Sixth grade is the first year of a two-year World Studies course. Sixth grade students study Latin America, Canada, Europe, and Australia. The goal of this two-year course is to acquaint middle school students with the world in which they live. The geography domain includes both physical and human geography. The intent of the geography domain is for students to begin to grasp the importance geography plays in their everyday lives. The government/civics domain focuses on selected types of government found in the various areas so as to help students begin to understand the variety of governments in the world. The economics domain builds on the K-5 economics; however, the focus shifts from the United States to how other countries answer the basic questions of economics. The history domain focuses on major events in each region during the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. ards.pdf)

HMS READING Reading 6 Resource Reading 6 Team-Taught On-Level Reading 6 On-Level Small group reading setting that focuses on 6th grade standards. Course Number 23.8140000 Two teachers collaborate together to teach one class. Course Number 23.9140000 Georgia 6th grade standards are taught in one year. Course Number 23.0140000 Mini-lesson focused on reading habits, genres, and standards Small group and individual conferences Focus on increasing the volume and stamina of reading Students choose independent reading texts Personalized Learning Readers’ Workshop Framework Focus on reading habits, reading strategies, reading standards Focus on increasing the volume and stamina of reading Increased amount of time for students to read independently with teacher led conferences How does this look? Reading 6: All Levels Read to Think Think to Learn Varied strategies Just in time instruction Choice and voice Mastery- based assessments Choice for demonstrating learning Flexible pacing Co- plan learning

Spanish & French Spanish and French for 6th grade students are designed Course Overview for students at the beginning level of proficiency. During this year, students are expected to strengthen Spanish and French for 6th graders are designed for students at the their foundation and build their communicative skills beginning level of proficiency. During this year, students will through listening, speaking, reading, writing. strengthen their foundation and build theirand communicative skills through listening, speaking, reading, and writing. SKILLS Listening Speaking Pure listening comprehension will be encouraged as a vital component in developing students’ language skills. Listening tasks may also include listening to authentic materials such as stories created in class, calendar information, songs, and daily chats about students’ activities and preferences. Tasks will include roleplaying, skits, class discussions, partner work, and oral questioning. Reading Tasks will include answering questions based on assigned reading selections, stories created in class, legends, movie-talks, and a novel Las Aventuras de Isabela/ Les Aventures d’Isabelle. Writing Tasks will include creating simple sentences/paragraphs using appropriate sentence structures and vocabulary used in class. Also, students will retell stories covered in class. TYPICAL CLASSROOM TOPICS Greetings/Farewells Classroom objects Numbers (0-100) Alphabet Map/countries/ capitals Days of the Week/Months Seasons/Weather Colors Animals Favorite activities (likes/dislikes) Adjectives (appearance/ personalities) Clothing items Family members Spanish Culture is included in every unit: Origin of the Spanish language/Influences of Spanish in the US Holidays, traditions, folktales, food, and music French Culture is included in every unit: Origin of the French language History of culturally significant holidays Customs, etiquette, etc. Music

Fulton County Schools Placement for World Languages Students Q: When do students begin year-long World Languages (WL) studies in Fulton County Schools (FCS)? Year-long WL courses begin in 6th grade. Here are the FCS World Languages Offered by Zone. Q: How do students qualify to start taking year-long WL courses in 6th grade? Students may enroll in a year-long 6th grade WL course if their Grade 5 Reading Semester 1 average is 80 or higher (Reading 5 On-Level, Reading 5 Advanced) or is 70 or higher (Reading 6 Accelerated) AND/OR there is a recommendation from their Grade 5 Reading teacher. Middle School Placement Guidelines FY23 Q: What are other options for WL in 6th grade? Students may, depending on their middle school’s WL offerings, take a WL course as part of the Connections curriculum or enroll in year-long Spanish for Native Speakers*, where offered, as a 6th grader. (*For native/heritage Spanish speakers only). Q: What is the articulation for middle school WL? Year-long 6th Grade WL is an introductory course and is not required to take WL in 7th grade. 7th and 8th Grade WL courses combine to equal Level 1 of high school WL. Some FCS middle schools offer an accelerated WL track where students may earn 2 high school WL credits by completing Level 1 of WL in 6th and 7th grades, and Level 2 of WL in 8th grade. See link to WL Offered by Zone, above. Q: What is the articulation for high school WL? Students who successfully complete WL at the middle school level may continue to Level 2 or 2 Honors of the same language they studied in middle school. Accelerated middle school WL students may continue to Level 3 or 3 Honors of the same language. High School Placement Guidelines FY23 Students may decline high school WL credit for courses taken at the middle school level. Those students should not retake those courses in high school but should change to another world language or take a placement test to determine proper placement. Middle School Opt-In for High School WL Credit Students who did not take WL at the middle school level should begin at Level 1 of a WL, unless they already have proficiency in a WL. Native or heritage speakers of Spanish should be given the option to take Spanish for Native Speakers (SNS) where offered. The SNS pathway includes SNS1, SNS2 and SNS3 and meets graduation and college entrance requirements. Q: How is WL proficiency determined? Students coming to FCS with prior proficiency in a language other than English may demonstrate proficiency by taking a reading/writing/speaking test at the local high school (administered and/or facilitated by the WL department chair), or by other testing means so that proper placement and/or award of high school credit may be determined. Q: What are some other options for earning WL credit? Students who were born outside of the United States may be tested for their native language proficiency and, depending on test results, may earn up to two high school credits in that language via Credit in Lieu of Enrollment. Students may seek credit outside of FCS by completing an Off-Campus Course Request. Students may contact their school counselor for further information on these credit options.

Performing Arts Music Department

Hopewell Middle School Music Department Band, Chorus, & Orchestra Dear Parents of Rising 6th Graders: Welcome to Hopewell! Your child will have many wonderful opportunities next year, one of which is to become involved with the Hopewell Music Department. We are very proud of our music programs’ numerous accomplishments, and we are excited to introduce you and your student to the music options offered at HMS. More than half of all students at Hopewell Middle School participate in either band, chorus, or orchestra. 6th grade students can join, regardless of whether they have previously played an instrument or sung in chorus. Beginners are welcome, and students with prior experience are encouraged to continue! Music classes are a year-long commitment, and students are expected to continue throughout middle and high school. There is also a financial commitment. Parents will be responsible for providing instruments, supplies, method books, and uniforms. More information will be distributed at a later date. Please note that students are never denied participation due to financial hardship. Below are brief descriptions of each class. Each class is a performance-based course of study aligned with the Georgia Performance Standards. All three performing groups participate in group instruction and perform several times each year. In addition, students will have opportunities for both individual and group enrichment activities, such as performance field trips, competitions, honor ensembles, and much more. Classes will require hard work, dedication, and a commitment to having fun! Band is comprised of the woodwind, brass, and percussion families of instruments. Woodwinds include the flute, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, and oboe. Brass instruments include the trumpet, trombone, French horn, baritone, and tuba. Concert band percussion includes the xylophone and marimba which are similar to the piano, in addition to snare drum, bass drum, and timpani (a student who plays percussion plays all of these instruments and many more ). Chorus is the performing music class that sings! The human voice is the most personal, most versatile and most available musical instrument – it is always with you! Choral students learn how to sing in harmony, sing solos, and sing a capella (without instruments!), as they develop musicianship and music reading skills. Choral students perform in a variety of concerts with a wide range of musical styles including traditional choral, jazz, classical, musical theatre and pop. Through performance opportunities, students develop stage presence and confidence as they perform throughout the year. Singing skills developed in chorus provide a foundation for future success in many fields of study! Orchestra is comprised of the string family of instruments. These include the violin- the smallest and highest pitched of the string instruments, the viola- a mellow midrange instrument slightly larger than a violin, the cello- a great lower register instrument, and the string bass - the largest and lowest of the family. Students will have an opportunity to try each string instrument before choosing their specific instrument. All string instruments come in multiple sizes for different sized players. Thank you for taking the time to discuss the musical option you feel will be best for your student. In joining our music program, your child will begin a journey which will evolve into a lifetime of music appreciation and enjoyment. We look forward to having your child join our Mustang music family! Audrey Murphy Band Director murphyal@fultonschools.org Michael Snyder Chorus Director snyderm1@fultonschools.org Teresa Hoebeke Orchestra Director hoebeket@fultonschools.org

HMS Band (www.hopewellbands.com) Band students learn to play brass, woodwind, or percussion instruments while also studying basic music theory. Sixth graders entering the HMS band program start on flute, clarinet, trumpet, or trombone, and are placed in either the woodwind or brass class. There will be an opportunity for students to switch to other instruments such as oboe, bassoon, saxophone, French horn, tuba, or percussion at the end of the first semester. HMS bands travel annually to participate in music festivals and competitions. Past performances have taken place in Florida, Georgia, Indiana, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, and have included amusement parks such as Busch Gardens, Carowinds, Dollywood, Six Flags, and Universal Studios. Members of the Hopewell band program have consistently earned chairs in both District Honor Band and All-State Band. Students have also participated in the University of Georgia Middle School Band Festival, the Jacksonville State University Honor Band Clinic, and the Reinhardt University Middle School Honor Band Clinic. Students who sign up for Band will complete an instrument selection process to decide which ones are most suitable for them (preferences will be taken into consideration!). More information regarding instrument selection will be sent home at a later date. HMS Chorus (www.hmschorus.wordpress.com) In the HMS Chorus, students improve natural talent by learning vocal skills and techniques in daily rehearsal. Students learn to sight-read music as part of a comprehensive musicianship program along with performance concerts in the fall, winter and spring and additional performance opportunities throughout the year. The HMS Chorus also perfoms frequently for community events such as the annual Tree-Lighting, The Milton Round-up and the Milton Senior Center events. Each grade level has two chorus classes, mixed chorus and treble chorus, and often performs across grade levels as well as combines with all classes in performances. Classes generally range from 25-35 students per class. The HMS Chorus has consistently received Superior ratings for performance and sight-reading at our annual District Large Group Performance Evaluation as well as a first place ranking in Music in the Parks Festival at Six Flags over Georgia. The HMS Chorus has also received invitations to perform at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida as part of the Disney Performing Arts Program in addition to performances at local events. HMS Chorus students have regularly been selected as members of the Georgia Music Educators District Honor Chorus, Georgia All State Chorus, Spivey Hall Honor Choir Workshop, 6th Grade Statewide Honor Chorus, American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) Southern Division Honor Chorus as well as the ACDA National Honor Chorus. HMS Orchestra (www.hopewellorchestra.weebly.com) Students in the HMS Orchestra learn to play violin, viola, cello, and bass. The 6th grade orchestra focuses on developing basic technique (bowing and left hand), note reading skills, music theory, and musicianship; in addition to building a strong sense of responsibility, teamwork, and commitment. Sixth grade orchestra students participate in three concerts, with additional performance opportunities throughout the school year. The HMS Orchestras participate annually in the Music in the Parks and Trills and Thrills Festivals at Six Flags over Georgia and Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tn. The orchestras have won first place and Best Overall Orchestra distinctions at both festivals. Hopewell Orchestras have also received invitations to perform at the Georgia Music Educators Association In-Service Conference in Savannah, the Governor’s Mansion Holiday Open House, and the Disney Performing Arts Program at Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL. The HMS Orchestras have consistently received Superior ratings for performance and sight-reading at the GMEA District Five Large Group Performance Evaluation. HMS Orchestra students have regularly been selected as members of the GMEA All-State Orchestra, Fulton County Youth Orchestras, GMEA District Five Middle School Honor Orchestra, and GMEA Solo and Ensemble.

*If you have already selected a music class on your child’s course verification form, you do not need to complete this form https://bit.ly/hopewellmusic CHORUS - Mr. Snyder snyderm1@fultonschools.org ORCHESTRA – Mrs. Hoebeke hoebeket@fultonschools.org BAND – Ms. Murphy murphyal@fultonschools.org

Connections

Connections are like elementary school specials. Students must choose a General Connections program or a Performing Arts connections program. These pages will provide you with an overview of some of the general connections offered this year. Connections may vary from year to year. Health and Physical Education Units in Physical Education include various team sports, individual sports, rhythm and dance, recreational games, and fitness-related activities. Units in Health Education incl

HOPEWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Home of the Mustangs 13060 Cogburn Road Milton, GA 30004 (470) 254-3240 fultonschools.org/hopewellms HMSMustangPride@twitter.com School Colors: Red and Silver Mascot: Mustang Elementary Feeder Schools: Alpharetta Elementary School Birmingham Falls Elementary School Cogburn Woods Elementary School