Pink Team - Math

Hi, my name is Mrs. Garcia! Welcome to the new school year at Prairieville Middle! I am thrilled to embark on this exciting journey with you in 6th grade. This year promises to be filled with engaging learning experiences, personal growth, and memorable moments.

I graduated from LSU where I majored in Elementary Education. I also earned my Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from LSU. Geaux Tigers!! I have been an educator for 19 years. My husband, Cruz, and I have three beautiful children, Ollie (6) Aubrey (3 ½), and Simms (14 months). We also have one dog, Nyla (2).

Communication:

Parent Square is my primary method of communication
- Weekly lessons, assignments
- Due dates and assessment dates posted 3 business days in advance
- Parent/Teacher messages
Pacing Calendar (bottom of this page)
- Daily PPTs
- Lesson Videos
Pear Deck and Performance Matters
- Students will take all assessments in these platforms. Parents can see student work and grades within these platforms after they are graded.
Powerschool
- Student attendance and grades will be updated on a daily/weekly basis
Google Classroom
- Class activities that require links will be posted on Google Classroom as needed.

Daily Supplies:

Pencils
Green folder
Eureka Learn book
Chromebook
Headphones (provided)
Calculator (provided)

Assessments/Grades:

5 test grades
Fluency quiz grade (average of all assessments)
District Benchmark assessment
Exit ticket bundles
Study guides
Other practice activities

Assessment Grading Scale:

87.5 - 100% A

74.5 - 87.4% B

57.5 - 74.4 % C

39.5 - 57.4% D

0 - 39.4% F

Grading Scale (not tests):
90 - 100% A

80 - 89% B

70-79% C

60-69% D

Below 60% F

Homework:

Homework is optional but strongly encouraged.
- Homework Options-
  - Learn Book - 'Remember' problems from the day's lesson - they are the last few problems from the Practice pages.
    - Students who complete the daily 'Remember' problems will receive 1 Pride Point per set.
  - Relex (Class Link)- multiplication fact fluency
  - Zearn (Clever) - Students who complete an entire Module of Zearn lessons prior to the respective District Benchmark will receive a 'bump-up' grade on an assignemnt of their choice. Example: Change a B letter grade on an assignment to an A.
  - IXL (Class LInk) - adaptive practice program; questions change in difficulty based on how well the student is doing.

6th Grade Eureka Math Squared Modules:

Module 1 - Ratio and Rates
Module 2 - Operations with Fractions and Multi-Digit Numbers
Module 3 - Rational Numbers
Module 4 - Expressions and One-Step Equations
Module 5 - Area, Surface Area, and Volume
Module 6 - Statistics

**This year we will begin the school year with Module 2, Topic A (5 lessons). Afterward, we will go back to Module 1 and follow the remaining modules/lessons in order.

Classroom Expectations:

I am KIND. I keep my hands, feet, and objects to myself. I treat everyone with dignity and respect.

I am PREPARED. I come with needed materials and I complete all of my work.

I am an ACTIVE LISTENER. I listen attentively and respond to what’s being said. I will do my best to retain the information for later.

I follow ALL directions, the first time given. I listen for directives and begin my work immediately.

I raise my hand for permission to speak or leave my seat so the focus of all students can be maintained.

Daily Pacing Calendar:

Quarter 1 Pacing Calendar

Classroom Jobs - Click on the tabs at the bottom of the spreadsheet to toggle between classes.

Job Descriptions