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Welcome!
Welcome!
Please click on each of the expandable topics below to access the information and resources you will need for this course.
Please click on each of the expandable topics below to access the information and resources you will need for this course.
🔗 Why You Really Need to Know Your Multiplication Facts!
🔗 Why You Really Need to Know Your Multiplication Facts!
Calculators Are Not Permitted in Math 6 or Math 7
Calculators Are Not Permitted in Math 6 or Math 7
The California Common Core State Standards (CCSS) expect students in Math 6 and Math 7 to be able to do long division and multiplication by hand – including with decimals – using what’s called the "Standard Algorithm" (the same steps most parents learned in school). Math 7 students also need to be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide with positive and negative numbers—also known as signed numbers. That means you can't have a calculator do all that thinking for you.
Why You Need to Know Your Multiplication Facts
Why You Need to Know Your Multiplication Facts
If you don’t have your multiplication facts memorized yet, math work takes way longer than it needs to and small mistakes can turn into big problems .
Just some of the things you’ll need multiplication facts for:
Working with ratios and rates (6.RP.1–3, 7.RP.1–3 )
Dividing fractions and solving word problems (6.NS.1, 7.NS.1–2 )
Using the standard algorithm for multiplication and division (6.NS.2–3, 7.NS.2 )
Finding common denominators and adding/subtracting fractions (6.NS.4–5, 7.NS.1 )
Solving equations and evaluating expressions (6.EE.5–7, 7.EE.3–4)
Finding area, surface area, and volume (6.G.1–4, 7.G.4–6)
Working with positive and negative numbers (7.NS.1–3)
Solving real-world problems with percents (6.RP.3c, 7.RP.3)
Bottom line: Knowing your facts means less stress and better results.
So even though it might feel like “just memorizing,” strong multiplication skills make everything quicker and easier. Multiplication facts are the building blocks for everything that comes next in math. The better you know them, the more confident and successful you’ll be!
🔗Communication - Stay Connected!
🔗Communication - Stay Connected!
Student Gmail: https://mail.google.com
I will communicate with students mostly via your school Gmail account. Even if you provided me with a personal email address, I will still expect you to check your school email regularly.
Gmail Address: You District ID#@stu.sandi.net (example: 12345@stu.sandi.net)
Gmail Password: Your Active Directory Password (Case-Sensitive)
Join Remind: https://www.remind.com/
Join Code @492cee
I use the Remind app to send quick text updates to students and families. Don’t worry—no phone numbers are shared!
It’s the fastest way for me to send important class messages (like due date reminders, schedule changes, or unplanned class cancellations). It’s also the best way for you to reach me outside of school hours.
Office Hours
While I have dedicated times for Math Help, I don’t hold official office hours for other matters. But my door is always open—if I’m not teaching, feel free to stop by!
If you'd prefer to set up a time to meet, the best way to reach me is through email.
🔗Cover Sheets (Lists of Assignments)
🔗Cover Sheets (Lists of Assignments)
Your monthly Cover Sheets outline all of your assignments. Be sure to review them carefully at the start of each month so you don’t miss any important details or deadlines.
Follow the Pacing Guide on the Cover Sheet to stay on track—assignments are listed in the order they should be completed.
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🔗Access Your Assignments in Canvas
🔗Access Your Assignments in Canvas
Course Link: Accelerated Math 6 (26-27)
All of your homework assignments will be posted in Canvas. Be sure to follow the Pacing Guide on the monthly Cover Sheet to stay on track. Falling behind can make things tough, so do your best to keep up!
You’ll log in to Canvas using your SDUSD ID number and password—the same ones you use to log in to school computers or other district apps.
You can use the direct link above or log in to Clever first, then open Canvas from there.
🔗Big Ideas Math (BIM)
🔗Big Ideas Math (BIM)
Big Ideas Math (BIM) is our curriculum. You will use both the physical textbook and the companion website.
How to Log In:
Access Big Ideas Math directly through Clever. See Accessing BIM Online.
Need an Assignment Returned?
If you need an online assignment returned to you (from Big Ideas Math, Edpuzzle, or any other platform), please submit a request using this form: Return Online Assignment
Access Your Digital Textbook:
Note: Sometimes the textbook link redirects to a main menu instead of taking you straight to our book. If you see a page labeled "Free Easy Access Student Edition," follow these steps:
Click "Choose Your Program."
Select "California."
Click "Go."
Select our textbook: Advanced 1 (orange)
🔗Video Tutorials & Other Resources
🔗Video Tutorials & Other Resources
🔗Course Grades
🔗Course Grades
Grading Philosophy
Grading Philosophy
In this class, we use Weighted Grading. This means your grade isn't just about adding up a giant pile of points. Instead, your work is divided into two "buckets," and each bucket is worth a different percentage of your final grade:
Show What You Know (70%): This is the biggest bucket. It includes anything you do in front of me—like tests, quizzes, and classwork. Because it is worth 70%, it has a huge impact on your final grade!
Homework (30%): This is for independent work you practice outside of class. This is meant to prepare you for assessments and the other work you do in class.
Why is the "Show What You Know" bucket so big?
Why is the "Show What You Know" bucket so big?
Your grade should be an honest mirror.
It should show what you truly know on your own. At home, you may have help—parents, siblings, Google, or AI. That’s great for practicing! But in-class work is just you, your brain, and your pencil. Doing well here proves that you’ve truly mastered the material.
Think of it like playing a sport.
Homework is your practice; in-class work is game day. Just like an athlete, how hard you practice determines how well you play. Practice gets you ready, but game day is where you show what you can do—and giving your best effort on in-class activities and assessments is what really drives your grade home!
🔗Assessments
🔗Assessments
All assessments fall under the "Show What You Know" bucket, which makes up 70% of your grade. You’ve been practicing at home—now it’s your time to show what you can do on your own!
WEEKLY QUICK CHECKS
At the beginning of most classes, we’ll do a Quick Check (a short mini-quiz). These will cover what we learned the week before, plus earlier topics we need to keep fresh in our minds. Here's why these status checks matter:
For You (A Progress Check): They show you exactly what’s clicking and what’s still tricky before the Unit Test. Think of it like a scrimmage—it helps you build confidence and spot what to review before game day.
For Me (A Dashboard for Teaching): Your results show me who’s mastered a concept and who needs more practice. This helps me form small support groups and make sure everyone gets the exact help they need.
UNIT TESTS
I offer multiple testing sessions during "Turn-In" Week. Here's how it works:
Flexible Schedule: You do not have to test during your regular class time unless you want to. Choose the times that fit your schedule best!
No Appointment Needed: Just show up to Room B-16 during any open testing time.
Take Your Time: You don't have to finish in one sitting. Spread your test across multiple sessions if needed. If time runs out, just come back to the next session to finish up.
Deadlines: All testing must be completed by the end of "Turn-In" Week—no extensions!
Testing Week Schedule (Turn In Week Only):
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
8:00 am - 9:15 am
10:40 am -11:55 am
Note: These are the only testing times I offer, and all sessions will begin and end on time.
RETAKING A TEST
Didn't get the score you wanted? Don't worry—learning is a process, and you get a second chance! You may retake each test one time to improve your score.
Zero Risk: I will always keep your highest score (original or retake), so retaking a test can only help your grade! It will never hurt.
What to Expect: The retest covers the exact same types of problems as the original test, just with different numbers.
The Golden Rule (Test Corrections First): To be eligible for a retest, you must complete Test Corrections first. Why? If you don't fix your original mistakes, you'll likely just repeat them! Showing me you understand what went wrong proves you're ready to crush the retest.
Deadline: You have one academic month from the original test date to finish your retake. Contact me to arrange a time.
🔗Math Help/Office Hours
🔗Math Help/Office Hours
Want some extra support? Come to Math Help! Whether you're struggling wih a concept or just want to get ahead, my door is open. This is a relaxed, open space where you can work independently or with friends. I'm available to any answer any questions and provide guidance whenever you need it. No appointment is required. Just show up!
Math Help/Office Hours (times subject to change)
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10:45am - 11:45am
While I’ve set aside these specific times for dedicated Math Help, I’m available to assist you beyond those hours. Just shoot me a message via email or the Remind app if you need me.
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