Course Title: 6th Grade Mathematics

Course Instructor: Mrs. Lyons -- phone: 505-891-5335 ext. 54723 -- email: erika.lyons@rrps.net

Curriculum: enVision Mathematics 2021 Common Core Grade 6

*Please see the Class Policies and Procedures Presentation at the bottom of this page for more information.*

Supplies: **Many items will need to be replenished throughout the year

• Students will receive a consumable enVision Mathematics Workbook at the start of each semester that contain their daily classwork and homework. The workbook will need to be kept in their backpack and brought to class each day and home in the evening. If lost, students will need to purchase a new copy at school.

• Agenda/planner for all classes

• 2 Composition Notebook (to be used only for math) - One for Practice and one for Notes

• 1 Folder

• Calculator (Basic - 4 Function)

• Pencils (mechanical is fine but buy lots of extra lead!)

• Pens (for correcting)

• Highlighters

• Headphones for computer usage - corded, please

• Glue sticks

• Supply pouch or box

• Recommended: Reusable water bottle (no glass)

• Recommended: USB mouse for computer usage (corded or wireless)

• Recommended: Personal pencil sharpener

Daily Agenda/Assignments:  Are Posted on Daily Agenda Slide (click this link for website page)

Homework:  Homework will be assigned nightly.  It is due the next day in class.  Families can see what the homework is each night by checking my Daily Agenda slides on this page: (click this link).  Students must show their work (evidence of their learning) for each problem to receive credit on all assignments and tests.

Classroom Rules and Student Expectations:
Rule 1: Be Respectful
In this classroom, students are expected to…

• Listen to and follow the teacher’s instructions.

• Raise their hand to speak. (No blurting)

• Do not talk while others are talking.  

• Do not be a distraction to the learning of others.

Rule 2: Be Responsible
In this classroom, students are expected to…

• Bring all necessary materials to class every day.

• Attempt and complete all homework assignments on time.

• Ask for help if they have questions.

• Participate in all class work.

• Learn from their mistakes by trying again and fixing errors.

• Arrive to class on time (tardies will be marked in PowerSchool.  After your 4th tardy, you will receive a written office referral and a call home)

• Do not be a distraction to the learning of yourself or others.

• You must show all your written work on all assignments and tests in order to get credit!  NO WORK = NO CREDIT

• Have your Student ID with you always

Rule 3: Be Safe
In this classroom, students are expected to…

• Listen to and follow the teacher’s instructions right away.

• Keep hands and feet to yourself.

• Keep 4 on the floor, no rocking or dangerous chair behavior.

• Stay in your seat unless given permission to get up.

Consequences:

1)  Warning

2)  Discussion with Teacher (Lunch Chat)

3)  Parent/Guardian Contact

4)  Written Office Referral

5)  Parent/Student and Principal Conference

***Steps may be skipped or combined depending on the level or severity of behavior 

Grading Policy:

Breakdown: 70% Assessments, 30% Practice (Tests heavily affect students’ grades!)

Cumulative Final Exams are given for Semester 1 in December and Semester 2 in May. 

Students may redo any homework assignment (unless otherwise communicated to students) for a better grade.  Making and fixing mistakes are how we learn!  Redo's, or any late or missing assignments must be completed and turned in before each of the Topic Tests or set deadline at the end of each quarter.  Opportunities to make test corrections and raise students' grades and understanding are given during the test taking time.  This allows students to get immediate feedback and correct mistakes in a timely manner.  Additional opportunity for retake involves a re-learning action given to students after a discussion with the teacher prior to being able to retake the assessment. 

6th Grade Curriculum Scope and Sequence: 

Topic 1: Use Positive Rational Numbers
Topic 2: Integers and Rational Numbers
Topic 3: Numeric and Algebraic Expressions
Topic 4: Represent and Solve Equations and Inequalities
Topic 5: Understand and Use Ratio and Rate
Topic 6: Understand and Use Percent
Topic 7: Solve Area, Surface Area, and Volume Problems
Topic 8: Display, Describe, and Summarize Data