Sixth Grade Center

Congratulations to our Sixth Grade Center orchestra students! On Thursday evening, students wowed the crowd, especially with Principal Mr. Dinney guest conducting!
Bravo SGC musical panthers! Keep up the great work!

You're invited to join us this weekend for creativity, talent, and energy at the annual K–12 Art Showcase! The halls of Quakertown Community High School will be transformed with incredible student artwork from across the district, and the stage will come alive with a truly impressive cast and crew.
- 5/8 - QCSD Annual Art Show from 6pm - 8pm at QCHS
- 5/9 - QCSD Annual Art Show from 12pm - 8pm at QCHS

Take a sneak peek at our talented artists by clicking below:
https://www.flipsnack.com/FDDD99F6AED/qcsd-art-works-sample-2026

Don't miss out! Yearbook sales close on May 15th! Simply take a screenshot of the flyer, and tap the QR Code in the photo to activate the link!

This week, we are celebrating teachers from across the QCSD with Teacher Appreciation Week! Join the celebration and send a kind note to your QCSD teacher, past or present, and we’ll make sure they receive it! You may even see it posted here, like this kind message for Mrs. Hazelrigg of the Sixth Grade Center from 6th grader Sophia:

“I would love to celebrate this teacher because over the years, Mrs. Hazelrigg has made a huge impact on my music career. Because of Mrs. Hazelrigg, I was able to find my voice in something I love, which is music. Thank you, QCSD, for an amazing school year full of memories that will last a lifetime, and thank you, Mrs. Hazelrigg, for all you do for us at the SGC. Your work inspires us all!"

To send your QCSD teacher a note of thanks, simply click the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSIMftwBr0kVg_jW9l-5T4g8-xGWNOFb9DbD_Rie_5MZdWTg/viewform

Today is a very special day at the Sixth Grade Center —it's Principal Appreciation Day! Thank you, Mr. Dinney, for everything you do for SGC. Each and every day, you go above and beyond to support your staff and students, and it shows. Thank you for creating such a positive learning environment where students and teachers can thrive.
WE APPRECIATE YOU!
Have an amazing day—you deserve it!

🚌 Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day!
Today, we want to take a moment to recognize our amazing school bus drivers! Thank you for all you do, helping our students get to school and home safely every day! 💙

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4th - 8th
Our teachers go above and beyond to inspire, support, and guide our students. Now, it's time to let them know we care! Share your stories, compliments, and kind words about your QCSD teacher (past or present), and we’ll make sure they receive your message of appreciation.

Simply click the link below and tell us all about your QCSD Super Star. Let’s come together as a community to celebrate the heart of our schools—our amazing teachers.

Click here to send your message:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSIMftwBr0kVg_jW9l-5T4g8-xGWNOFb9DbD_Rie_5MZdWTg/viewform

Happy Administrative Professionals' Day to our Sixth Grade Center Super Hero — Ms. Amanda Finkle. Every day, Ms. Finkle is behind the scenes, ensuring our students, staff , and families have the information they need to thrive. We appreciate your dedication to the SGC community.
Thank you for all you do, Ms. Finkle!

Ask a Therapist Live is coming up fast on April 21st at 8pm online. Got burning questions about parenting, relationships, or your child's well-being?

Join us for Ask a Therapist Live with our renowned family therapist, Dr. Kevin Skinner. Participants anonymously submit questions to receive thoughtful, personalized answers.

Click here to register:
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Sixth Graders!
Don’t miss your shot to capture the memories!
Yearbooks are on sale NOW — and they’re going fast! From spirit days to special events, make sure your favorite moments last forever!
Order your Yearbook today:
https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/quakertown6thgradecenter

Got burning questions about parenting, relationships, or your child's well-being? Submit them anonymously before or during a live session with a skilled therapist who provides thoughtful, personalized answers to as many questions as possible.

Sign-up for free here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kIBAWpQVQWiH__vVXuWVBw#/registration

Why should you be excited? Because it's YOUR chance to:

1. Gain expert advice: Everyone can use help navigating the complexities of parenthood

2. Ask questions anonymously: Feel free to ask anything without fear, as all questions are submitted anonymously. Your privacy is our priority!

3. Be part of a supportive community: Connect with fellow parents facing similar challenges, and let's foster a network of understanding and empathy.

Mark your calendars for the session on April 21st at 8PM and get ready to embark on a journey to improve self-discovery and family well-being!

Last week, students at the Sixth Grade Center visited the Liberty Science Center in New Jersey! Students enjoyed the state of the art planetarium, the Infiniti climber, and seeing a replica skeleton of the infamous Tyrannosaurus rex “Sue” - the most complete adult Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton ever discovered. Students also mentioned getting to see other prehistoric superstars like a triceratops skull and experiencing what Sue’s breath might have smelled like, as well as prehistoric flowers! An amazing trip, for our amazing students.

Last week, Strayer Middle School hosted the Bucks County Intermediate Unit Reading Olympics—a program that promotes teamwork, discussion, and a love of reading. Teams of 8–16 students spent months preparing by reading 25 titles. The event culminated in an evening competition, where 12 Upper Bucks County teams—including Strayer’s “Fiction Addiction” and the Sixth Grade Center’s “Story Squad”—competed in three rounds and were recognized for their efforts.

Students began meeting with their coaches—Mr. Michael Murphy of Strayer and Mrs. Julie DiGiacomo of the Sixth Grade Center—in November. Tasked with mastering 25 books, teams divided the reading, with each student covering several titles—some nearly all. They reviewed, discussed, and quizzed one another using the 20-second format, practicing with Blooket, Gimkit, Kahoot!, Quizizz, and Quizlet. Students also shared summaries, ratings, and questions for each book, using a Google Sheet to stay organized and ensure every title was covered by at least two teammates.

Both teams represented the QCSD well! They were positive, encouraging, and respectful to the judges and are looking forward to next year’s competition and new books to read.

“Meet The Instruments Night” and parent meeting will be held Tuesday April 21st from 6-7:00pm at Strayer Middle School. This event is for any student who might like to learn a musical instrument next year in the band and orchestra program! (Current band and orchestra students do not need to attend this event unless you are considering learning a new instrument.)

At "Meet the Instruments Night" your child will get to try out their top 3 instrument choices before you enroll in the program and get an instrument for them. Parents will also learn more about the QCSD band and orchestra program, get to meet the teachers, learn about instrument rentals, and ask any questions.

You must pre-register for this event, so we will know our anticipated attendance and can provide the correct amount of supplies (mouthpieces, reeds, etc.).

Please click the link below to register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfp6cv8KWKc_RzqztqbtccME9wXF0wfzLUHlRczFxORMjmIcw/viewform

*Registering for “Meet The Instruments Night” does not enroll your child in the program. It simply allows the students an opportunity to try out the instruments before you rent, purchase, or borrow an instrument.

If you have questions, please contact your school’s music teacher. Visit qcsd.org/music and click the CONTACT page to find their contact information.

There’s an instrument for everyone, we just need to find the right fit for your child!

For over 40 years, March has been “Music in Our Schools” Month—a time when music education is celebrated nationwide.

The goal? To raise awareness of the importance of music education and highlight that QCSD students have access to valuable music programs.

Last week’s “Wear It Wednesday” at the Sixth Grade Center featured Rock & Roll vs. Country! This Wednesday (3/18), students and staff are encouraged to wear tie-dye as we celebrate music across all cultures and generations.

Happy Music in Our Schools Month SGC!

REMINDER!

There is no school on Friday, March 13th, for QCSD students for a Professional Development Day for staff.

Have a great weekend, Panthers!

We want to connect with you! Let us know which social media platforms you use and how you use them, so we can better communicate with our community.

Click the link below to take this quick survey and give us the insight we need to better connect with you:
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Join us Monday, March 9th at 5:15pm for our monthly Education Committee Meeting, located at 100 Commerce Drive, Quakertown, PA 18951 or join us online, where the meeting will be live-streamed here:
https://youtube.com/live/4Zs3EEVhij0?feature=share

Happy Read Across America Week!
Thank you to Sixth Grade Center student Oliver for sharing his book recommendation, "How to Train Your Dragon,” by Cressida Cowell.
Oliver started his recommendation with a warning: “Read the book before you watch the movie!” Oliver not only recommended the first book but also the entire 13-book series. His love of reading and fantasy is why this book series is the perfect fit for him. “My favorite part is at the end where there’s a fight between the dragons and the Vikings.”
If you like adventure, this book series is for you! Thank you, Oliver, for sharing “How to Train Your Dragon” with us, and Happy Read Across America Week!