6th Grade
Sixth graders at Parkway Heights Middle School are taught a curriculum consisting of language arts, math, social studies, science, and physical education.
Most sixth grade students also take one elective that meets every other day for 83 minutes.
Language Arts 6
Language Arts 6 is based on the California Common Core State Standards. This class covers reading, writing, grammar, spelling, vocabulary development, speaking, and literature.
The program is enriched by novels that build upon this study and help develop a love of reading and literature.
Classes meet daily for 83 minutes.
Through the use of various materials, students study setting, plot, character development, theme, forms of fiction, poetry, biography and autobiography, expository critique, and literary criticism.
Visit the California Department of Education's website for a complete listing of the state's Common Core State Standards at: https://www.cde.ca.gov/re/cc/.
Math 6
Math 6 is based on the California Common Core State Standards. This class covers basic computation skills including arithmetic, decimals, fractions, geometry, and an introduction to algebraic concepts.
Classes meet daily for 83 minutes daily.
Math Pathways
1. Students are placed in Core (grade level) Mathematics for sixth grade.
The typical pathway for middle school students is Math 6, Math 7, and Math 8 with algebra in ninth grade.
2. Students enter the advanced math pathway through a combination of CAASPP scores, prior grades, SSFUSD benchmark testing scores, and teacher recommendations.
The advanced math pathway is Math 6, Advanced Math 7, and Algebra 8 with geometry in ninth grade.
Social Studies 6
Social Studies 6 is a standards-based course that introduces students to ancient civilizations and geography.
This exciting course enables students to explore the civilizations of ancient Egypt, China, India, Israel, Greece, and Rome with many opportunities for interdisciplinary projects that combine history, writing, language arts, technology, and art.
Classes meet every other day for 83 minutes.
Science 6
Science 6 is a standards-based course that introduces students to earth science. Topics of study include the Earth's resources, the Earth's internal structure, reshaping the land, oceanography, weather, and climate.
Labs, activities, and projects supplement and reinforce the concepts presented.
Also included in the program is a unit on health that includes topics such as substance abuse prevention, family life, self-esteem, protecting one's health, and decision-making skills.
Classes meet every other day for 83 minutes.