Welcome to Math 6

Introduction – Ms. McComb

From AZ, lived in Colombia, Taiwan, and Idaho

4th year teaching math at SAS, first year in G6; 8 years teaching experience: G5 at OFS, ELL

Prior life: MBA, Financial Analyst (HP)

Two kids: Neill, (15, G10) and Kevin (14, G9)

Enjoy: reading, hiking, new adventures

Passion: Building confidence in kids through problem solving!

Mrs. Roy-Filice Education –Masters in Education, Literacy Specialist

specializing in Reading and Writing, Certification in ESOL , Adult Education and Special Education,

Teaching Experience-Grade 1 through Grade

-taught in Canada, Botswana, Belgium, Hong Kong, e 8. Saudi Arabia and now in my 11th year in Singapore

Personal

-Mr. Filice3rd Gr. Counselor-Simon 4th Year University-Elina 2nd Year University

Why Common Core Math?

New curriculum out of the U.S. that’s been adopted by most states and benchmarked internationally.

Teaches a more focused set of major math concepts and skills. (Deeper rather than broader)

Gives students more time to master important ideas and skills.

Uses rich and more rigorous content to engage in real world problem solving.

Developed to meet 21st century demands.

CCSS – Mathematical Practices

Math Units

1: Prime Time (Factors & Multiples)

2: Comparing Bits & Pieces (Ratios, Rational Numbers, Equivalence)

3: Let’s Be Rational (Fraction Operations)

4: Covering & Surrounding (Two-Dimensional Measurement)

5: Decimal Ops (Computing with Decimals and Percents)

6: Variables & Patterns (Algebra)

7 :Data About Us (Statistics and Data Analysis)

Connected Mathematics 3

Each unit is contained within its own textbook.

Textbooks are switched out after each unit.

Replacement cost per textbook is S$20.

Also available online – more information to come.

Assessment

Standards-Based Grading

Formative vs. Summative AssessmentsFormative – non-evaluated, “check-in”

Summative (tests, projects) - evaluated- opportunity for students to demonstrate their current mastery

of a standard- retakes are possible based on trends shown by student

throughout unit

Behaviors – Organization, Responsibility, Collaboration, Reflection

Student scores start at top

Rubrics created in conjunction with students

Class Information

Homework calendar

Class blog: sasmccombmcmath.blogspot.sg

Homework

Designed to ‘hardwire’ a known skill through practice

Should be: Done independently Foster self study by utilizing the

resources Not be a source of conflict Not exceed 30 minutes* Mindful that “Practice Makes

Permanent”

How you can help…Foster independence, perseverance, self

reliance, and confidenceRegularly review your child’s work Establish a homework routine Use the support systems – Google calendar, blogCreate opportunities for your child to be the

teacherBe a role model by making math connections

◦ Pose real world math challenges for your child to solve

Please do not let math become a source of conflict between you and your child

Strive for automaticity with mental math

THANK YOU!

I look forward to working in partnership with you this year.

tmccomb@sas.edu.sg

THANK YOU!

THANK YOU!

I look forward to working in partnership with you this year.

tmccomb@sas.edu.sg