Difference between 5th and 6th Grade

There are many differences, as there are similarities, between 5th and 6th Grade.

5th Grade:
 * Less freedom
 * Must walk as a class in straight lines
 * 1 Core Teacher (Basically, your Math, Science, Social Studies, etc. teacher.)
 * Subjects usually are 50-60 minutes long
 * P.E is 30 minutes long
 * School ends at 3:15
 * Everything stored in "Cubbies"
 * Most materials are provided for you.
 * Organization is not as important

6th Grade:
 * More freedom
 * Walk as an individual in any way you want(As long as you make it in class on time)
 * 5 different teachers(8, if you include 1 elective teachers and the P.E and Foreign Language teacher.
 * Subjects are 90 minutes long
 * P.E is 90 minutes long
 * School ends at 4:00
 * Everything is stored in "Lockers"
 * Materials need to be purchased by you.
 * Organization is crucial
 * Some form of "Recess" every Thursday

Even though there are many differences, you will get use to it in no time!