2019 2020 AC Math 6 Syllabus This syllabus

2019 – 2020 AC Math 6 Syllabus This syllabus was approved by subject administrator prior to publication. Welcome to AC 6 th Grade Math! The course framework and instructional strategies for this course are differentiated in content, pacing, process skills emphasis, and expectation of student outcomes from the typical 6 th grade math course. Course content has been designed for mastery and extension of state and district performance standards. The course is appropriate for students who have high achievement and interest in math. Tapp MS has established criteria and guidelines to identify students who will be successful in this course. Students are placed in this class according to specified indicators of demonstrated exceptional ability and motivation. Students must meet continuation criteria to remain in the class. We must work together in order to achieve our goals. My goals are to teach you the Georgia Standards of Excellence, and provide a safe, nurturing, and interesting environment. Your goals should be to succeed in math, collaborate with your peers, and to come to class prepared with your supplies and a positive attitude. I have high expectations for all of you. Teacher Contact Information: Email: Jacqueline. Traster@cobbk 12. org Blog: cobblearning. net/jtraster/ AC Math 6 Objectives The math content for this course and relevant standards can be accessed at the site below: https: //www. georgiastandards. org/Georgia-Standards/Pages/Math-6 -8. aspx 1 st Semester 2 nd Semester Unit 1 4 -5 weeks Unit 2 3 -4 weeks Unit 3 4 -5 weeks Unit 4 4 -5 weeks Unit 5 4 -5 weeks Unit 6 4 -5 weeks Unit 7 3 -4 weeks Unit 8 3 -4 weeks Number System Fluency Rate, Ratio and Proportional Reasoning Expressions One Step Equations& Inequalities Area & Volume Statistics Rational Explorations : Numbers Show What We Know / Unit 1 Preview Grading Percent of Grade: 10% Formative 30% (quizzes, etc) 5% 40% 15% 30% Summative 40% (Unit tests, projects, etc) Daily Work 15% Math Writing 10% Required Class Supplies q q q q Composition Notebook Basic 4 Function Calculator (no scientific buttons allowed) Markers and Colored Pencils Loose Leaf Notebook Paper Pencils and Erasers Pencil/supply case Tab dividers (1 for math) Homework 5% Interactive Math Notebook Expectations The purpose of the interactive notebook is to enable students to be independent thinkers and problem solvers while being organized at the same time. They are used for class notes as well as for other activities. The notebook will be one of many tools used to help students review for the Georgia Milestone assessment in the spring. Requirements for set-up will vary from teacher to teacher. Handouts and other assignments must be kept in a three ring binder for math. Notebooks must return to class every day.

Homework Policy: Homework gives students the opportunity to practice and reinforce skills learned in the classroom. Therefore, students will be required to complete homework as assigned to reinforce key concepts. Academic Honesty Policy: In order to support student success and learning, a positive testing environment will be maintained. We will follow state testing guidelines, which include: 1. No talking during testing. 2. No use of devices and/or unapproved materials. 3. No copying or sharing of answers. Failure to comply with the testing environment expectations will result in disciplinary action in addition to a reduction of assessment scores or an invalidation of the assessment. Please note: the Reassessment policy will not apply to instances of Academic Dishonesty. Reassessment Policy: In the event a student does not show mastery of the standards on a summative assessment, he or she will be given the opportunity to: 1. Make error corrections to their summative assessment by the due date. 2. Complete modules or other practice as assigned by the due date. 3. Take an alternate summative assessment for a new grade. If the student fails to complete steps one and two, he or she will forfeit the opportunity to retake the test (step three). Please check Synergy for your student’s grades: https: //synergy. cobbk 12. org/ Late Work Policy: No late work will be accepted after one week from the due date. Additional time—one day extra per excused absence—will be given, but students must refer to the class blog to keep up with assignments. State Required Testing: Math Inventory (MI): Taken three times a school year, usually in August, January, and May. Georgia Milestones Test: Taken in April—May 6 th Grade Math Help Session All students may attend a help session with any of our 6 th grade math teachers AM Session: Thursday 8: 15 am – 8: 45 am Additional help sessions may be made available throughout the year to accommodate student needs: To be announced

Syllabus Receipt for 6 th Grade Math Class Please fill out and return only this page to the teacher. Parents/Guardians: Please check the boxes to the left indicating your agreement to the following: q q q I have reviewed this class syllabus and I understand the grading, late work, and reassessment policies. I understand that my child must adhere to all policies and procedures provided in the Tapp Student Handbook and CCSD policies and procedures not mentioned in this syllabus. I give my child permission to view G or PG movies/videos/film clips as they relate to the curriculum of the class. I agree to keep my contact info updated with the school and teachers—such as email address and phone number. I have access to the internet and will access the Synergy Parent. Vue feature at least once a week to check on my child’s progress. I have access to the internet and will access the teacher’s math blog feature at least once a week for weekly updates and class information. Parent/Guardian First and Last Name (please print): ___________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature: ___________________________________ Parent/Guardian Phone Number: Parent/Guardian Email address: __________________________________ STUDENTS: Please check the boxes to the left indicating your agreement to the following: q q q I have reviewed this class syllabus and I understand the grading, late work, and reassessment policies. I understand that I must adhere to all policies and procedures provided in the Tapp Student Handbook and CCSD policies and procedures not mentioned in this syllabus. I understand that my time in the classroom is an opportunity to educate and advance my early career: I will do my best each and every day to make sure that I am prepared, I have completed all assignments, and that I contribute to the classroom environment in a positive way. I have access to the internet and will access the Synergy Student. Vue feature at least once a week to check on my own progress. I have access to the internet and will access the teacher’s math blog feature daily for assignments, resources, updates, and class information. Student First and Last Name (please print): ________________________________ Student Signature: ________________________________