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Transitions

5th to 6th Grade

Welcome to MMS! 

This is such an exciting time for your 5th grader! Here is a general timeline of activities that help kick off your students' eventual arrival at MMS in the Fall!

Course Selection & Transition Timeline 2026-2027

5th to 6th Grade Transition

January 8: Principal Dimoulas' Parent Transition Invitation Letter...outlining the transition process. This includes specifics on Math placement, Music, and World Language choices.

  • January 27: Preview of MMS Musical Production, Bye, Bye Birdie!, 5th Grade field trip to MMS
  • February 10 (6:00 pm): 5th Grade Parents MMS Orientation Night in the MMS Auditorium. Topics include courses, teams, and the scheduling process.
  • February 24 (7:00 pm): 5th–6th Grade Math Transition (Online - Zoom Link).
  • February 25 (TBD): Articulation Parent Coffee for Parents of incoming students with a 504 or IEP
  • March 2: Deadline for the MMS Course Selection Form. This is also the deadline for waivers and level changes for World Language.

Late March: Recommended Math Course will be posted in Aspen. Information about math transition.


  • April 6 – April 10: 5th Graders visit MMS
  • April 6: Hindley 
  • April 7: Tokeneke 
  • April 8: Holmes 
  • April 9: Ox Ridge 
  • April 10: Royle

August: Schedules are posted on Aspen approximately one week prior to the start of school

Information about the various departments and departmental curriculum may be found on the district's "Teaching and Learning" webpage.


Placement and Scheduling:

Placement and scheduling begin in the Spring and continue into the Summer. As this is a very complex process, we do not honor requests for teachers or teams.

In order to facilitate scheduling for next year, it is essential that you share your child’s Music and World Language preferences with us. Please discuss and review the opportunities available at MMS with your child.  Please have the MMS Course Selection Form completed by March 2, 2026.

 

Math Placement: 

We are excited to partner with you as your child transitions to middle school and begins their journey in our math program. To assist you, we have created a comprehensive Math Department Website where you can find all the information you need about:

  • Math Levels: Learn about the different math courses offered at Middlesex Middle School. 
  • Placement Criteria: Understand the process and criteria used to determine the most suitable math level for your child. 
  • Course Progressions: Explore the sequence of math courses from middle school through high school and beyond. 
  • Additional Resources: Access materials and links to support your child’s learning.

We encourage you to review the information on our website and familiarize yourself with the opportunities available.

If you have any questions about the placement process, criteria, or your student’s placement, please feel free to reach out to the math department chair for further guidance.

We look forward to a successful school year!

 

Required Summer Readings & Math Work :

All incoming grade 6 students are expected to read "Restart" by Gordan Korman and 2 books of their choosing.

Math packets and enrichment will be available on the Summer Math Packets website.

Optional: Darien Summer School offerings, including the Voyagers transition program.