6 th Grade Mathematics Information

Welcome Back! We are looking forward to a productive and successful school year in mathematics. It is our hope that you will participate in and enjoy many exciting and rewarding experiences this academic school year. The goals of all mathematics at the sixth grade level are that all students will have an improved command of their mathematical skill sets to draw upon, the ability to integrate these skills with related concepts, and the ability to apply procedural and conceptual knowledge to new situations. This year in 6th grade we will work through Curriculum NOWexploring the Number System through Rational Numbers, Algebraic Relationships, Ratios & Proportional Relationships, Data Distribution & Analysis, Geometry, and Graphing through the Coordinate System.

Materials Recommended for Math Class Everyday: 1 inch Binder with 5 Tab Dividers, Colored Pencils, Single Subject Spiral Notebook, Notebook Paper, Checking Pens, Pocket Folder, 10-12 Sharpened #2 Pencils, Handheld Pencil Sharpener, Dry Erase Markers and Student Agenda or a calendar/date book where students record assignments. Optional: Tissues, Scissors, and Calculator.

Grades: Math grades will be determined by assessing the skills mentioned above for computation and application mastery using the following three weighted categories listed below: 50% Assessments 40% Classwork 10% Homework Letter grades are based on the percentage grade earned and are based on the FCPS grading scale.

Textbook: We are most fortunate to have access to some wonderful resources. This year we will be issuing the online access codes for all of our available textbooks instead of issuing a singular hardcover textbook to students. Letters with detailed explanations and access codes will come home from your child’s math teacher in the coming weeks. When you visit the sites you’ll find explanation of concepts, extra worksheets, and even a site for parents.

Learning from Assignments: To better prepare students for critical skills and mastery understanding, partial credit will not be given on assignments. Students may be assigned the opportunity to rework certain assignments. At the teacher’s discretion, this may change the original grade of the assignment.

Homework: You can expect math homework about 4 days per week. Occasionally, a weekend assignment may be required. Homework will be checked or collected the next school day. Homework turned in on time will be given full credit. Anything not presented at teacher check time can be turned in by the next math class for half- credit. Anything after that time receives no credit. All homework must be completed in PENCIL.

Late work: Partial credit may be given for late work depending on the assignment and the circumstances.

Make-up work: In the event of an absence, the student should see the teacher about the work that is missed. It is the student’s responsibility to complete all missing assignments.

Tutoring: In-school tutoring is available on an as needed basis during the school day.

Erica French ([email protected]) Victoria Stephens ([email protected]) Marie Tully ([email protected]) Irene Viti ([email protected]) Heather Wurster ([email protected])