6th Grade Experience
A strong partnership between the school and family starts day one. By working together, students can build confidence and develop important skills that set the foundation for future academic and personal success. We understand that middle school can feel intimidating to our incoming students; that's why we host several events throughout the school year to get our feeder families and students acclimated to our environment!
We're here to support our newest Patriots through this new transition!
Transition Events
5th Grade Visit
Each spring, 5th grade students from Holland, St. Joseph Central, Arlington and Shambaugh visit Jefferson to meet students and teachers, try opening a locker, visit classrooms, eat lunch and tour the school. We want our incoming 6th graders to feel familiar with our environment before the first day of school.
6th Grade Orientation
Right before school starts, incoming 6th graders come to Jefferson for orientation. This is where families and students can get familiar with our Patriot expectations, protocols and environment. During this time we take students through various activities including school lunch, open gate, trying out lockers, tours of the building and other stations. Parents drop their students off at 8 AM and pick them up at noon.
6th Grade Transition Day
A few days before the school year begins, incoming 6th graders are invited to Jefferson to meet their teachers and fellow students. As the newest class of Patriots, students receive their schedules and locker assignments, practice moving from class to class and engage in team-building activities.
Back to School Night
This is an open house for all current and incoming Jefferson families. This is one of our many events to help everyone get prepared, excited and ready for the school year ahead.
We’ve created a space just for our 6th graders to help them feel supported as they begin their middle school experience.
A Hall of Their Own
6th grade students are located in a dedicated hallway to create a close-knit learning environment and help with the transition from elementary school.
Core Teacher Team
Students work with a consistent group of teachers who collaborate to meet their academic and social-emotional needs.
Dedicated 6th Grade Assistant Principal
One of our assistant principals is focused specifically on supporting 6th grade students and their families throughout the school year.
