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WELCOME TO MRS. KEE’S MATH CLASS EDUCATING, INSPIRING AND EMPOWERING THINKERS AND PROBLEM SOLVERS

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Page 1: WELCOME TO MRS. KEE’S MATH CLASS   EDUCATING, INSPIRING AND  EMPOWERING THINKERS AND

WELCOME TO MRS. KEE’SMATH CLASS

EDUCATING, INSPIRING AND EMPOWERING THINKERS AND

PROBLEM SOLVERS

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What is Math in Focus?Math in Focus provides an authentic Singapore math curriculum—highlighting problem solving as the focus of mathematical learning. This complete program teaches concepts using a concrete–pictorial–abstract learning progression to anchor learning in real-world, hands-on experiences.

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What is Math in Focus?Math in Focus is especially strong in developing conceptual understanding. It does not try to teach every concept every year. Instead, it focuses on fewer topics but teaches them thoroughly so they need not be re-taught and reviewed continually each year.

A major focus is upon preparing students for success in algebra. Consequently, algebraic thinking and expressions are introduced early and used frequently throughout the series.

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What is Math in Focus?*Supports the goals of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics*Research-based pedagogy focuses on classroom learning, discussion, and practice*Balances conceptual understanding, visual learning, and problem solving

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WHAT ARE YOUR MOST IMPORTANT PARENT

RESOURCES?

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#1 Me! # 2 Math Specialist

#3 Math Homework Lab#4 MIF textbook#5 my.hrw.com

#6 MIH free, weekly university tutor

WHAT ARE YOUR MOST

IMPORTANT PARENT

RESOURCES?

WHAT ARE YOUR MOST

IMPORTANT PARENT

RESOURCES?

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#7 Teacher website #8 WMS Math Night #9 Quarterly – Back to

Math Class nights for parentsDates TBD

WHAT ARE OUR MOST

IMPORTANT PARENT

RESOURCES?

WHAT ARE OUR MOST

IMPORTANT PARENT

RESOURCES?

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How do WMS Math teachers SUPPORT ALL LEARNERS

•1-1 help (AM, lunch, PM)•Math Strategies Class

•Challenge homework/projects•Math Club - weekly

•AM Math Homework Lab – Daily for ALL students on a drop-in basis

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WE LOOK FORWARDTO YOU JOINING OUR MATH

TEAM THIS YEAR!See you at MATH NIGHT