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New Castle Junior High School - Gr. 6
New Castle JH 6th Grade
310 E. Lincoln Avenue 
New Castle, PA  16101

Phone:  724-656-4700 
Fax:  724-856-4159    
Email Office Secretary: [email protected]
Email Guidance:  [email protected]
ORIENTATION Hybrid-Students

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Virtual Open House

VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE: Every year we host an open house where students, parents, and guardians get to visit the building, meet teachers, and learn more about our classes. This year, we were creative and put together a Virtual Open House. Please click HERE to “attend” our Virtual Open House. Enjoy each slide and click on every link to learn more about our classes and school!

Yearbook Pictures Needed

We are working to create a yearbook that highlights ALL 6th Grade Students during both Virtual and Hybrid learning. We would love to include pictures of 6th Grade Students learning virtually in his/her "virtual learning home-classroom/small learning nook"
Click HERE for details.

Picture Day Information 20-21

Please click HERE for Picture Day Information 
Any questions, please contact our office.
Thank you!

Hybrid-Virtual Learning Model

HYBRID-VIRTUAL Learning Model 
Start Date:  FEBRUARY 8, 2021
Grade 6 Information
6th Grade Parent / Guardians:
The following were included in a previous mailing for the Hybrid-Virtual Learning Model. The letter linked below has been revised to reflect current information since mailed home. (click on blue links to see info)
  1. Dr. Marino's Letter with information about Hybrid-Virtual Learning, Policies, & Procedures
  2. Bell Schedules 
  3. NEW Student Schedule by Homeroom Teacher & Group Assignment
Please remember to sign up for your SAPPHIRE PARENT PORTAL. The instructions are in the attached letter. Bus information, grades, locker information, group for Hybrid-Virtual, and managing your student's contacts & account are all found on your Sapphire Parent Portal.

FOOD SERVICE DETAILS: Please click HERE to view important food distribution information, including access to a Google Form that must be filled out if your student is staying 100% virtual but would still like to receive meals.

If you have any questions, please contact our 6th Grade office. 
Thank you.

African-American History Poster/Writing Contest

6th Grade Students:
All students (Groups A, B, & V) can participate in the African-American History Poster/Writing Contest!
If you are a virtual student and you do not have the 12x18 Construction Paper for the Poster or Paper for the Essay, we have it available for you. You are welcome to pick up the supplies at the security desk.  
All information and details will be provided in your Writing Classrooms!

Need Technology Help? Need Sapphire Help?

TECHNOLOGY & SAPPHIRE ASSISTANCE IN THE 6TH GRADE...
If your student is in 6th grade and you need help with technology or Sapphire the 6th Grade office is here to help!
Instead of emailing or calling the help desk, start with contacting our 6th Grade office first. We will work to assist you and answer your technology and Sapphire questions.
Office #:  724-656-4700 (option 3 on menu)

SAPPHIRE Parent Portal ... Quick Tips & Q&A
Please note, it is important for you to sign up for a Sapphire Parent Portal. Below are some tips and answers to common questions we have received in the 6th grade office.
1.  How do I know how to sign-up for this portal?
Instructions to sign-up for a parent portal can be found in many places:
  1. Instructions were mailed home in our Hybrid Letter & Letter is also posted on the 6th Grade Website
  2. Instructions were posted in each HR Google Classroom
  3. Instructions are included in our 6th Grade September/October Newsletter
  4. Instructions were posted by Mrs. DeBlasio on the main page of the NCASD website 
2.  I can not locate any of the communicated instructions listed above ... what are the quick steps to sign-up for a Parent Portal Account?
  1. Go to:   WWW.NCASD.COM
  2. Click on:  Sapphire Community Portal (left side of screen in red box)
  3. Click on:  Community Portal (middle of screen in the green box)
  4. Click on:  Create a Web Portal Account (it is a blue sentence on the screen)
  5. Fill out Application & Submit
3.  What Happens Once I complete the Application?
The application will be sent to our office and we will approve it. Once the application is approved you will be emailed a PIN from Sapphire. (Check your spam if you do not see it in your inbox)

4. What if I apply multiple times for an account?
Multiple accounts in the same person's name/email will be declined. To avoid duplicating accounts, we will re-email you the PIN to the existing approved account.

5.  What if my 6th Grade student is not visible on my parent portal but once was?
Contact the office, we can assist with this

6.  Any other Sapphire Questions?
CONTACT THE 6TH GRADE OFFICE

6th Grade Monthly Newsletter 2020-2021


Welcome to 2020-2021 ... Meet The 6th Grade Team



Thank You to the Ronald J. Alexander Memorial Trust Fund

Thank You to the Ronald J. Alexander Memorial Trust Fund for providing every 6th Grade student with a package of school supplies for students to complete projects and assignments during virtual learning. You have put many smiles on our students' faces and our teachers are excited to plan fun projects for our students while they are learning from home. 

Welcome Back 2020-2021 Mailing

6th Grade Parent / Guardians:
Please check your mailboxes for information regarding 6th Grade back to school and virtual learning. The following were included in your mailing:
  1. Welcome Letter with information about Virtual Learning
  2. Virtual Bell Schedule
  3. Student Schedule
  4. Teacher Names & Contact Information
  5. Agreement for use of Equipment Waiver (to complete if you are picking up a device)
  6. School Calendar 20-21
Important Dates To Remember:
AUGUST 25, 2020:  
*Device & Materials Pickup.  9:00AM-2:00PM. Hurricane Drive.
*If you do not need a device, please still come. We prepared a bag of school supplies for all 6th grade students to use for assignments and projects during virtual learning. 
*Please identify if your child is in Mrs. Reider's or Mr. Cubellis' homerooms; your child will receive additional ELA materials along with the school supply bag. 
*If you do need a device, fill out the waiver mailed to you in your welcome packet and bring it to distribution day.
AUGUST 26, 2020:
*Accelerated Virtual Meet & Greet with Mrs. Reider & Mr. Cubellis (letter previously mailed home to students in these classes)
AUGUST 31, 2020:
*First Day of School For Students

6th Grade Device & Materials Distribution - DATE CHANGE

DATE CHANGE ...
6th Grade Device & Materials Distribution has been rescheduled to TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2020 from 9:00AM - 2:00PM.  
The distribution will be at the Junior/Senior High School on Hurricane Drive. 

If you do not need a device, please still come to distribution, as all 6th Grade students will receive a bag of school supplies to complete projects and assignments during virtual learning.  Please identify if your child is in Mrs. Reider's or Mr. Cubellis' homerooms; your child will receive additional ELA materials along with the school supply bag.

Thank you!

Locker Clean Out & Device Return 19-20

 Please click HERE for important information regarding return of devices and locker clean out for Grades 6-11.  Thank you!    

6th Grade Yearbook Sale 19-20

NCASD 

Junior High 6th Grade 

YEARBOOK SALE

2019-2020

In a few short months, we made and captured amazing memories!

Book Ships Directly to You!

$15.00

Order Online Using a Credit Card at:

https://sales.yearbookmarket.com/stores/newcastle6thgrade/products/1243?pidx=0

 ON SALE UNTIL JUNE 6th

Questions: Call 724-656-4700 or Email [email protected] [email protected]

A Message To Our 6th Grade ... #NCSTRONG 19-20

 

6th Grade Monthly Newsletters 2019-2020

New Castle Spirit Wear Sale DUE 11/25/19

Order Forms for NC Spirit Shirts were sent home with students.  We are excited that some shirts have our 6th Grade Logo on them! All money and orders are due by November 25th.  To see order form and shirt designs click HERE
Thank you! 

SAVE THE DATE - 6TH Grade Harvest House Warming Open House November 20, 2019

 
The above save the date was sent home with students on September 16.  Additional information will be sent home prior to November 20.  We are looking forward to seeing you at our Harvest House Warming Open House!  Students are welcome to attend, but must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. 
 
 
Look What's Happening in Gr. 6!
Upcoming Events
Mar
8

Group Change (If Requested) Begins

Mon Mar 8 2021
Mar
15

No School

Mon Mar 15 2021
Apr
1

No School

Thu Apr 1 2021
Apr
2

No School

Fri Apr 2 2021
Apr
5

No School

Mon Apr 5 2021
6th Grade Schedules 2020-2021
HYBRID-VIRTUAL LEARNING MODEL 
Dates in Use:  FEBRUARY 8, 2021 - Present
Click HERE to view the bell schedules for the 6th Grade Hybrid-Virtual Learning Model
Click HERE to view student schedule of classes by Homeroom (click & scroll to find your homeroom number to see your daily schedule)

VIRTUAL LEARNING MODEL
Dates in Use:  August 31, 2020-February 5. 2021
Click HERE to view the bell schedules for the 6th Grade Virtual Learning Model
Sapphire Calls/Emails Gr.6 from Dr. Marino
Please click date(s) below for recent Sapphire Parent Calls/Emails. If you did not receive the call/email, check your contact information on your Sapphire Parent Portal or call the 6th Grade Office.

March 4, 2021-Yearbook&Virtual Open House
February 25, 2021-Picture Day&Group Change
FEBRUARY 8, 2021-Hybrid/Virtual 1st Day
FEBRUARY 4, 2021-Hybrid/Virtual Reminders
JANUARY 22, 2021-Hybrid/Virtual Info


 
New Castle Area School District
420 Fern Street
New Castle, PA 16101

Phone: 724-656-4756 | Fax: 724-656-4767
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