Are you a 5th Grader?  Will you be coming to Stout next year?   Well if you are, this page is for you because all the comments on this page were made by 6th graders about 6th grade.

How is 6th grade different than 5th grade?

• 6th graders have more teachers and more classes than fifth graders.
• In 6th grade you have seven classes - four core classes, one elective, gym and enrichment.
• You switch classes every hour.
• You carry your trapper and books from class to class.
• You get to walk to your classes without standing in line.
• You get a planner to write your homework in.
• You get more homework.
• You get a longer lunch.
• You go to lunch on your own instead of lining up with your teacher.
• You have more food choices at lunch.
• You do not have recess.
• You get two lockers, one in 6th grade hall and one in the locker room. 
• In 6th grade you have four core classes - Math, Science, Social Studies and Language Arts.  These classes are taught by two to three teachers depending on what team you are on.  Each team gets a certain number of students.
• Elective classes are classes you have either 3rd or 6th hour.  They are Keyboarding, Tech Ed, Life Management, Art, Foreign Language or Study Skills.  You can also sign up for Band or Performing Arts.
• Gym is a required class, you go there everyday unless you are in Band or Performing Arts, then you go every other day.
• Each morning you go to AA where the teacher reads the morning bulletin.
• Four times a year, there is a school dance where you can dance, eat candy, drink pop and talk to your friends.  It costs $2.00 to go to a school dance.  They happen right after school.
• In 6th grade you have to be more independent.  You have to rely on yourself more.  You are responsible for getting all your homework done.  You have to know where you belong, you have to memorize your schedule so you won't be late to any of your classes.

What do you like about Stout? 

• The teachers and the way they teach.
• I like how whenever you need help, the teachers help you.
• The day goes by fast.
• It's not boring.
• We learn new things.
• You get to change classes every hour.
• The kids - they're nice.
• My friends are here.
• We all look out and care for each other and the rules are easy to follow.
• The counselors - they help you when you have a problem.
• The School Dances!
• Our fieldtrips.
• The food in the cafeteria.  Try the garlic bread!
• Gym, the Elective Classes and Enrichment.
• The after school activities and intramural sports.
• The after school tutoring. 
• I like the way the building looks - inside and outside.
• We have lockers to put our stuff in.

What advice would you give next year's 6th graders?

• Don't be afraid or nervous because there is no need to.  Everyone here is really nice.
• Be happy you're coming to a new school that's like your family.  It's full of fun and happiness.
• Never give up on something you do not know how to do - ask for help.
• Get a trapper because it helps you to stay organized.
• Always have a pencil.
• Do all your homework.
• Turn all your assignments in on time.
• Remember your locker numbers.
• Strive to get good grades.
• Work hard.
• Try your best.
• Study!
• Try to make the Honor Roll.
• Follow the rules.  Stay out of trouble or you'll get a detention.
• Respect everyone, including yourself.
• Always listen to your teachers.
• Never be rude to anyone.
• Be honest.  NEVER cheat.
• Don't chew gum.