ECST Mathematics Department
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October 2-6, 2023
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The ECST Mathematics Department goal for the 2023-2024 school year is to improve the modeling and reasoning conceptual categories reported on standardized assessments by implementing new strategies learned and developed during professional development and professional learning communities.
ACTIONABLE ITEMs
UPDATE!!! UPDATE!!! UPDATE!!! UPDATE!!! DEADLINE: THU., OCT 5 @ 4PM
The window to administer the diagnostic assessments is closed. The results from the Delta Math diagnostics have been shared in folders (see links below). Teachers, please insert your name next to your students' names in these spreadsheets. Also, the scores from the diagnostic assessments given on paper (Calc, APCalc & ICA) should be inserted into the provided spreadsheets. This is a test to see if you read the newsletter and can follow directions. This is where Ms. Koltsova always gets a gold star. 😉
Delta Math - Alg1, Geo & Alg2 (TEACHERS SHOULD INSERT THEIR NAMES NEXT TO THEIR STUDENTS' NAMES IN THE SPREADSHEETS. Use format LAST, FIRST.)
Paper Administration - Calc, APCalc & ICA (TEACHERS SHOULD INSERT THE RAW SCORE NEXT TO THEIR STUDENTS' NAMES IN THE SPREADSHEETS; LOOK FOR THE TAB WITH YOUR NAME. Insert only the raw score and not a % or fraction.)
Attention Junior Teachers
Attention Junior Teachers
IF APPLICABLE, INFORMATION IS DUE BY WED., OCT 4 @ 3:00PM
The chart contains the list of 11th grade teachers. Highlighted are the teachers that I remember having already visited on my tour. If I have already visited your class and your name is not highlighted, please contact me. I know I have visited more than 4 so far, but you know.... old age affects memory. 😄 Also, if the junior class that you teach is not listed in the chart, contact me.
As in years past, my goal is to visit every 11th grade class to stress the importance of the 3 assessments that the Juniors will be taking this year (PSAT, NJGPA & SAT). I will focus on the pacing modifications to the curricula to best prepare the students for the skills presented in all 3 assessments. I will not be discussing graduation requirements.
REMINDERS & IMPORTANT NOTES
Tues., September 26 - Back to School Night
Fri., October 6 - Building-Based Inservice (Single Session for Students)
Mon., October 9 - Federal Holiday - Schools Closed
Wed. & Thu., October 11-12 - Fall Adminsitration of the NJGPA (11th grade students who have not previously passed)
Wed., October 25 - PSAT School Day for all 10th & 11th grade students
Digital PSAT & SAT Slide Presentation for Students
Digital PSAT & SAT Slide Presentation for Students
A student friendly slide presentation has been created to assist you in discussing the Digital PSAT & SAT with your 10th & 11th grade students. Access the presentation HERE.
A reminder...
Digital PSAT School Day on Wed., October 25, 2023
10th grade
11th grade
Digital SAT School Day on Wed., April 24, 2024
11th grade
Learn more about using the Desmos calculator on the Digital PSAT & SAT HERE. You won't want to miss the tips provided in the short article.
Dropping this little nugget HERE as well. Interested in your feedback. Especially from those who know the Desmos calculator.
SAT Suite Question Bank & Teacher Resources
SAT Suite Question Bank & Teacher Resources
THIS IS IMPORTANT TO VIEW - DO NOT SCROLL PAST!
How to Create a Question Set within the SAT® Suite Question Bank:
Go to https://satsuitequestionbank.collegeboard.org . To create a question set:
Use the filters to narrow the list.
Select question IDs to view question content.
Check boxes to create the set (up to 20 questions).
Select the “Export PDF” button.
Choose to print questions with or without the correct answers and explanations.
College Board Resources for Teachers & Coaches
From 2020 - Oldie, but goodie (The math lesson plans above link to these documents)
SAT Suite Student Study Guide - Chapter 16 Heart of Algebra
SAT Suite Student Study Guide - Chapter 17 Problem Solving & Data Analysis
SAT Suite Student Study Guide - Chapter 18 Passport to Advanced Mathematics
SAT Suite Student Study Guide - Chapter 19 Additional Topics in Math
PROFESSIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCES WORTH SHARING
Dr. Milou's Resource Spreadsheet
Dr. Milou's Resource Spreadsheet
Last year, Dr. Eric Milou generously shared a spreadsheet filled with resourses, many of which he introduced to us during the PD session. Well, he had updated it to include BTC resources and links. Check it out!
What research says and what Michael Pershan does. An article from August 2023. He mentions Delta Math!
What research says and what Michael Pershan does. An article from August 2023. He mentions Delta Math!
We need a club just for the math teachers. Any suggestions? Dancing, music, crochet, bowling, math in art, painting, pickleball, movie night?
Amy, what do you suggest?
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