Sixth Grade Math
Mrs. Rickerts
Back To School Night
Homework/Classwork x 1Practice Self Correcting Teamwork Tickets out the Door
Quizzes x 2Every FridayShort Assessments (5-10 Questions)
ASSESSMENT
Projects, Tests, Tasks x 3
Unit Tests cover many conceptsIncorporate higher level thinking skills
Projects -once a quarterCommon Core Performance Tasks
Teachers use grades:To assess current levels of masteryPredict future performanceAlert parents to possible problems with habits
Students should: Analyze each grade to find areas of strengths
and weaknessesMake corrections on TESTS
Must include code, explanation of error, explanation of proper process and how to prevent error in the future.
GRADES
A report card grade of C represents: Average work; Some Mastery; Prediction of a
Level IIIA report card grade of B represents:Above average work; Mastery; Prediction of
a Level III or IVA report card grade of A represents:Above and Beyond work; Mastery and
Application; Prediction of a Level IVA report card grade of D represents:Deficiency in concepts; Prediction of a Level
II or IIIA report card grade of F represents:FAILURE TO TRY.
Calculators not emphasized in math class, although calculator skills will be taught.
PROCESS is as important as ANSWER. Students should ALWAYS show their work.
Homework should never take more than 30 minutes.
Homework should be able to be completed independently.
Homework should be written in planner
HOMEWORK
Parent Conferences typically held at 1:30 on Monday or Friday and include parents, student and core teachers.
Contact AA teacher to set up conference
Focus on academic achievement and PRIDE
CONFERENCES
Graded workRemains in ClassroomContains valuable artifactsGrade Audit
PORTFOLIOS
Late Work Accepted during first semester with penalty of 10
points per day late. Silent Lunch for no workSign No HW notebook
AbsencesDo not typically send work ahead of time for
planned absencesStudents should check absent crate for missed
workStudent should check board to compare with
scribe's notes.
POLICIES
Wednesday mornings at 8 AM Must arrive by 8:10Will cover current conceptsAnyone can attendIf dropped off before 8, will need a note
Tuesday and Thursday Mornings at 8Must make prior arrangements with Mrs.
RickertsMrs. Rickerts will write a pass as
confirmationRemediation as needed
TUTORING
Log in at : https://pa.gcsnc.com/default.html
You can find additional information on the NWMS homepage link.
You will need your child’s student ID number.
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NC WISE PARENT ASSIST
Following Common Core StandardsFaster PacedHigher Level Thinking and Real Life
ApplicationSpiral Skills through warm ups and quizzes
and concept practiceUse Composition Notebook to studyTextbooks to be used as resource at homePlanning as cohesive sixth grade math teamAccommodations for individuals as needed
CURRICULUM
Email for fastest response: [email protected]
Find out homework information at:http://disco-math.wikispaces.com/
NWMS Website: http://schoolcenter.gcsnc.com/nwms
Info at your Finger Tips
Monday10/15
Future’s
so bright, we must
wear shades
Wear
sunglasses as a
reminder to set
short & long term
goals
Tuesday10/16
Run
towards your goal
Wear your running gear
and plot your course
for the future
Wednesday10/17
College Rocks!!
Wear your favorite
college team attire as you
consider educational choices after high school
Thursday10/18
I spy
Dress as
your future career
or Dress to
represent your hobby or talents
Friday10/19
‘Jammin’
for United
WayGive a
dollar and wear a hat
that represents
your school, team or hobby
or/and Give a Dollar to wear your comfy PJ
Pants
Spirit Week
Newcomers’ School in GreensboroWarm Clothing Drive in Fall
New or Gently Used CoatsGloves, Scarves, HatsBoots, Closed Toed Shoes, Tennis
ShoesHoodies
Pen PalsSpring Time Activity, TBD
Service Learning
Dry Erase MarkersIndividually Wrapped “Motivation”, aka candy
Auction Items
Classroom Needs
Thank you for coming tonight!
Please feel free to email me with any additional questions.
http://disco-math.wikispaces.com/
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