6th Accelerated Topics

Introduction

Supplies

Getting Ready for Middle School

Math Assignments

Assignment #1: Classifying Numbers

Assignment #2: Integer Operations

Assignment #3: Fraction Operations

Assignment #4: Decimal Operations

Assignment #5: Exponents

Assignment #6: Order of Operations

Assignment #7: Fractions, Decimals, and Percents

Assignment #8: Proportions

Assignment #9: Expressions vs. Equations vs. Inequalities

Assignment #10: Evaluating Expressions

Introduction

Because you are entering into an accelerated math course we need to make sure your skills are on-point and you are ready to go next school year. We also recognize that starting middle school is an adjustment, so we have a section dedicated to tips and suggestions for getting ready for next year! The math assignments are for you to review 5th and 6th grade skills, but they do have higher level skills to challenge your thinking (getting you ready for the type of challenges you will experience in class!) Each assignment has an answer key so you can check your work as you go. We encourage you to use the resource links to help you if you are stuck or need a refresher on how to do a certain problem.

Be sure to complete your assignment before the first day of school August 19, 2025

Note: This course will primarily cover 7th and 8th grade math standards and students will take the 8th Grade STAAR at the end of the year. You will be assessed within the first two weeks of school to make sure you are prepared for this course as it will be fast paced and very challenging. The best way you can prepare is to complete these summer assignments WITH FIDELITY, which means to take your time, show all your work, and ask for help if you need it.

Supplies

Here are the supplies that you will need for 6th Advanced Math starting on the first day. These are the supplies that you will be using EVERY DAY!

8.5 x 11 inch Notebooks: You will need 2 of these--One notebook will be for your notes and in class examples, and the other is where all of your scratch work will be organized. We recommend getting notebooks that are college ruled and at least 100 pages. You can have a spiral or bound notebook, but we recommend getting the larger 8.5x11 size to make inserting print outs easier!
1 inch Binder: This will be kept in the classroom so make sure it's one you don't mind keeping at school. It does not need folder pockets, but it could have them if you wish!
Pencils with good erasers
1 package of Graph Paper and Notebook Paper: These will be for community class supplies.
Headphones: They need to be able to connect to a Chromebook, but there is no preference between Bluetooth or wired headphones.

Getting Ready for Middle School

While you may have had multiple classes in elementary school, having 8 unique classes is a big change! To help you feel more prepared and organized for the school year, we have made a video that gives you some tips and suggestions! We encourage you to watch this video with your parents so they can help support you as you prepare to start middle school!

Getting Ready for Middle School: Kealing Edition

Math Assignments

The assignments are linked below as PDFs. Each assignment has an answer key so you can check your work as you go. We encourage you to use the resource links to help you if you are stuck or need a refresher on how to do a certain problem. You do not have to take notes on any of the resources linked.

How to Complete Assignments:

Option 1: Print PDFs and complete problems on printouts. Make sure to show all of your work and include units! You are welcome to attach additional scratch paper if you need. You are not to use a calculator and don't forget your units! Please STAPLE your assignments together in order when you are done, and make sure your name is on the first assignment page.

Option 2: Complete problems on notebook paper or graph paper. We ask that you title each page with the SAME TITLE as the PDF. You do not have to copy the entire problem down (unless you would like) but please make sure you have each problem's work numbered and answers clearly labeled. You are not to use a calculator and don't forget units! Please STAPLE your assignments together in order when you are done, and make sure your name is on the first assignment page.

Assignment Progression: Each of your assignment problems will increase in difficulty. We recommend starting with MILD and working your way to SPICY in each assignment.