5th to 6th Grade Transition
Transition Information
Middle School Counselors, Middle School Principals, and Curriculum Coordinators have created an informational video about what goes on in the spring and summer to help prepare students for middle school. This series of 3-minute informational videos detail the social, emotional, and academic shifts at the middle school and describes the differences in course offerings and supports available.
Live Q & A
Middle School Counselors, Middle School Principals, and Curriculum Coordinators will go live on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 to answer questions about what goes on in the spring and summer to help prepare students for the next school level. During this session, parents may also ask questions regarding the placement process for Advanced Studies in Grades 6-8. To accommodate parent schedules, morning and afternoon sessions are being held. Parents are invited to attend either session.
9:30 am Zoom link, 10:30 am (Spanish) Zoom link
7:00 pm Zoom link, 8:00 pm (Spanish) Zoom link
English FAQ and Spanish FAQ from Q&A sessions
Fifth to Sixth Grade Parent Input Request
In order to provide input for your student’s middle school placement in ELA, Math, and Science, parents are given an opportunity to provide the committee with their insights via the Parent Input Form prior to February 6, 2026. Before completing the form, we highly recommend reviewing the videos . Please note: completion of this form does not guarantee placement into the selected courses.
Grade 6 teachers and administrators constantly monitor student progress and achievement to ensure their needs are being met in their courses. Adjustments to course schedules are made on a case-by-case basis and can happen at any time throughout the school year. Parents are a key factor in the decision to make movements in classes. The middle school philosophy for the district ensures that all parents are notified early and often when schedule or course changes are recommended.