6th Grade
Honors Math Syllabus
2015-2016
Teacher: Miss Isabel Lopez
Room: 8017
Cell Phone:
956-573-7011
Email:
ilopez042@rgccisd.org
Welcome to Ac2E Middle School 6th graders!
I am looking forward to a brand new school year with new students! My goal is to empower my students
mathematically by coaching them to be critical thinkers as well as scholars
understanding our new concepts. Also, by
building self-esteem each will be enabled to be positive and productive members
of society.
Course Description:
6th Grade Math reinforces basic
mathematical concepts and introduces skills that are essential for all
students. Concepts, procedures, and vocabulary
that students will need in order to be successful in upper-level algebra and
geometry courses are introduced and continually practiced. Students begin with a general review of the
four basic operations. They are introduced to exponents, geometric formulas,
algebraic concepts, ratios, percentages, and adding, subtracting, multiplying,
and dividing signed numbers, etc. 6th
Grade Math students work extensively with fractions, mixed numbers, decimals,
and estimating. Problem solving
strategies are also an integral part of the curriculum.
To be successful in this course,
you will need to attend class on a regular basis, do all assigned homework, be
prepared for class by bringing materials, ask questions, and have a good
attitude. These things will not only
make you successful in this class, but also in life.
Course Goals:
•For students to demonstrate
comprehension and application of the above topics with 100% proficiency.
•To prepare students for the STAAR exam
by covering the Texas state standards (TEKS) and have a 100% passing rate.
·
Always work extra hard in math class and be the
best you can be.
Grading Policy: Students
are strongly encouraged to take home all graded material the day it is
returned. The material should be
reviewed by the parents.
Quizzes/Classwork/Homework/Project/Journal/ etc: 75% of
student grade
Tests/Exams: 25% of student grade NOTE: IN ORDER FOR STUDENT COMPREHENSION TO INCREASE AT AC2E MIDDLE
SCHOOL WE WILL INCLUDE BOTH OPEN-ENDED QUESTIONS AND MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS
ON TESTS/QUIZZES. OUR GOAL IS TO DECREASE THE USE OF MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS
FOR SUPERIOR STUDENT SUCCESS. STAAR TEST FORMAT QUESTIONS WILL ALSO BE INCLUDED
FOR PRACTICE THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR.
·
Teachers
will not assign a grade of “A” for work turned in late.
·
Work not
turned in will be recorded as “M” (missing) so that grade reports will compute
the grade as a zero until handed in. This will allow students and parents to
see what the grade will be if work is not completed.
·
Teachers
may count off as much as 10 points per day for late work.
·
Work that
is turned in and is of good quality will not be assigned a grade lower than a
“70.”
Homework/Class Work Policy:
You are expected to come to class
prepared to learn. This means having
homework assignments completed BEFORE class starts every day, having a pen, a
pencil, paper, and a good attitude. We
all have “bad days” from time to time, but let’s all make a conscious effort to
leave any discouraging words, thoughts, and attitudes at the door.
Homework must be completed in pencil,
and all problems must be written down, worked out and at least attempted in the
way shown in class in order to receive credit for the assignment. YOU MUST SHOW ALL WORK ON HOMEWORK, TESTS,
AND QUIZZES TO RECEIVE CREDIT! There
will not be extra time given at the beginning of class to finish homework.
Assignments may include, but are not
limited to:
Group
work
Projects/tasks
Individual
activities
Homework
problems
Practice
papers/worksheets
Journal
entries
Warm
ups
Each student will have a Math Interactive Notebook that they are
expected to update daily; specifically: math notes and foldable cut outs.
*STUDENTS MUST TAKE THEIR JOURNAL HOME EVERYDAY TO REVIEW THEIR MATH NOTES. This
notebook is collected at least once a month and will be graded on organization,
neatness, and completeness.
*Daily math bell ringer problems are
a crucial part of defining students’ metacognition of mathematical processes
and concepts. Warm up bell ringers will
tend to be a variety of math problems or a review of previous concepts.
*If you find yourself getting behind,
or not understanding something, please see me for help. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Our goal is to help you be successful and
learn as much as you can.
Class Rules and Expectations:
1. Responsibility-bring
all necessary materials (pencil, notebook, and agenda) to class. You will not be permitted to go to your
locker to get anything you forgot. Do all assigned work, make up any missed
work, use time appropriately, and be mature.
2. Respect
-classmates and all teachers. Teasing
will not be tolerated. Be fair and
listen to each person’s ideas. Also
respect all school property. This
includes desks, computers, bulletin boards, and all classroom materials.
3. Raise- hand
and wait to be called on. If a teacher
is talking, you are not.
4. Use- only
constructive criticism.
Consequences:
Behavior will be dealt by following the Discipline Plan
outlined below. There will be no
tolerance of the impeding of others’ learning.
1. Warning
2. Parent
Contact
3. Team
Meeting
4. Detention
5. Administrative
Referral
Any offense that is
disrespectful or hurts another person will result in an automatic discipline
referral to the office.
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Please sign below that you and your child have read and
discussed the Math Syllabus for this year.
This will be checked off and returned to the student.
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