curriculum night oct. 2, 2014 mrs. eusebio [email protected] 253.373.2033
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MathematicsInstructional Model
CPM 1 /FFA 1
0 The math curriculum follows the state’s Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for 6th grade. The standards provide clear expectations for instruction, assessment, and student work. The standards isolate the skills students need for problem-solving, reasoning, communicating, and making connections with other information.
0 The following on-line source is available for students to access homework practice at home: http://www.cpm.org/students/homework/
0 Classwork includes checking of homework, concept/skills instruction, practice problems, problem-solving, and performance tasks.
0 Assessments occur at the end of each unit. A Homework Record comes home at the end of each Unit Test. Attached are homework sheets and a matrix that summarizes the result of a unit test.
Foundations for Algebra 1
Other Resource
• ToolKit is provided by school
• consumable
Student’s Own math supply
• Ruler, calculator, binder, protractor, math notebook
• Loose Lined or grid paper, colored pencils, highlighter
Reading WorkshopInstruction is dynamic & differentiated
Whole Group: Mini-lesson
Small Group: Guided Reading
One-on-one/small group Intervention
Benchmark Titles6 t h Grade Bay Novels
Scope Magazines
Resources
Writing Workshop
Whole group
• Mini-lesson
Small Group
• Guided writing
One-on-one
• Conferring
Writing WorkshopText Types and Purposes
NarrativeExpository EssayPersuasive EssayPoemsTechnical WritingAcross Curriculum Writing
English Language Arts
0 Conventions of standard English capitalization, spelling, and punctuation, correct use of pronouns, sentence fluency, correct grammar.
0 Vocabulary Acquisition and Use determining the meaning of unknown multiple-meaning words and phrases; figurative language, etc.
Also…
Daily practice of skills such as capitalization, punctuation, verb tense
Use of appropriate pronounParts of Speech
Social Studies Science
0 Geography0 Mexico0 Maya, Aztec, Inca (CBA)0 Projects: Flag, CityMap, Map Enlargement. Glyphs, huichol yarn art,Aztec calendar
0Scientific Process
0 Investigations0 Technical Writing
InterventionMath/Reading
0 Small group intervention in class for math/reading based on diagnostic scores from iready, and math chapter tests, and quizzes.
Regular Homeworkcompleted at home
Spelling Exercise Express/Take-Home-Task Monday through Thursday
Vocabulary Packet every two weeks Reading Logs Tuesday through Tuesday 25 minutes of reading every night (minimum of 180
minutes/week Math homework Monday through Thursday Reading or writing projects A No homework/incomplete homework is marked
with red pen on the planner.
SWIFT
Homework are posted on Swift website
Grading PolicyHomework Policy:
0Spelling homework and vocabulary packet homework are graded. Spelling tests are counted into Language grades
0Weekly reading logs are graded and counted into Reading grades
0We will have major tests at the end of each unit in math and quizzes dispersed throughout.
Behavior Steps
0 One Reminder/Warning to make a good choice or change to positive action.
0 Warning 2 – CC Ticket stating a consequence to go home requires a parent signature or parent contact.
0 For other behavior issues refer to Parent/Student Handbook for school rules and policies.
0 Three (3) tickets may result in a behavior referral to Mrs. Wick especially if behavior issue is constant.
Being a collaborative member of our team, it is vital that we all work together for our students to BE SAFE, BE A LEARNER; BE RESPECTFUL, and BE RESPONSIBLE.
Goal Setting ConferencesOct. 20-24
0 Foster independence in students by teaching them how to set goals, reflect on their progress, and follow a plan toward achievement
0 Support enduring strategies for life-long learning0 Share student workPurpose of Goal Setting Conferences:0 Build sound relationships between the teacher, the
student, and the family0 Set Smart Goals in reading, writing, and math for each
student
6th Grade Camp
0 April 14-17, 2015 0 Camp Killoqua0 Cost per student depends on amount generated from fundraising
0 We will need mom and dad chaperones
Miscellaneous Info
0Homework and other information are posted on my website.
http://teacher.kent.k12.wa.us/carriagecrest/beusebio/index.php
0Parent/Teacher Communication: phone; write on planner; email (preferred)
Thank you!Q & A