Author: Amber E. Waters

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Course Description: 6th Grade math will encompass an in-depth study of problem solving focusing on real life application of mathematical practices.

Numbers System Fluency
Division and multiplication with standard algorithm
Add, subtract, multiply and divide with decimals
Greatest Common Factor and Least Common Multiple
Compute with fractions and mixed numbers (unlike denominators)
Equivalent fractions, decimals, and percent
Factor sums and difference with the Greatest Common Factor
Rate, Ratio, and Proportional Reasoning
Understand ratio concepts and reasoning to solve problems
Understand unit rate (unit pricing and constant speed)
Make tables with equivalent ratios
Understand percent and solve problems involving percent (per 100)
Convert measurement units
Expressions
Read, write and evaluate numerical and algebraic expressions
Identify parts of an expression
Evaluate expressions at specific values for their variables
Apply properties to of operations to create equivalent expressions
Identify when two expression are equivalent
One-Step Equations
Use variables to represent numbers and write expressions when solving a real-world or mathematical problem
Solve one step equations by using inverse operations
Write an inequality to represent a constraint or condition in real-world or mathematical problem
Use variables to represent two quantities that change in relationship with one another ( independent and dependent variables)
Geometry
Find the area of triangles, special quadrilaterals and composite figures
Find the volume of a right rectangular prism
Represent 3D figures using nets made up of rectangles and triangles, and use the nets to find the surface area of these figures.
Statistics
Recognize a statistical question
Recognize measures of center and variation
Create dot plots, histograms, and box plots
Rational Exploration: Numbers and their Opposites
Understand that positive and negative numbers are used together to describe quantities have opposite directions or values
Understand a rational number as a point on the number line.
Understand ordering and absolute value of rational numbers
Solve real-world and mathematical problems by graphing ordered pairs in all four quadrants of the coordinate plane
Draw polygons in the coordinate plane given coordinates for the vertices

Grading Weights

Formative	60%
Summative	40%
Total	100%

*Formative includes class work, participation, quizzes, etc.
*Summative includes Chapter and Unit Tests

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6th Grade
Mrs. Waters

Class Materials

Composition notebook
Loose—leaf paper
Pencils
Erasers
Scissors
Glue sticks
Colored Pencils
1” binder or 2 pocket folder

Interactive Notebook

Students will be responsible for keeping an interactive notebook this year. We will be taking notes, completing example problems and keeping up with important vocabulary terms in this notebook. Students will need to have it with them everyday as it will be a great
resource for them.

Returned Tests / Test Corrections

Student tests will be returned to students as quickly as possible. Students will be given an opportunity to make corrections to missed questions. I will award half of the deducted points back for each correction made if the students show work or explain what the correct answer should be.
No points will be awarded without showing work/explanation.
NO changes should be made to the original test. Corrections are to be complete on a separate page and stapled to the original test.
Corrections will not be accepted after the assigned due date.

2016 –2017 School Year
SYLLabus

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Expectations

Classroom Procedures and Behavior
Arrive on time, passes required for late entry.
Enter the room in a quiet orderly manner, if the teacher is not present wait quietly in the hall.
Be prepared with all necessary materials (you may not return to your locker) supplies.
Be respectful of your teachers and classmates, listen and be considerate.
Be supportive of others in what you say and do.
Complete and turn in all assignments on time.
Clean up after yourself, throw out trash and return manipulatives.
Ask questions anytime you are not clear on what to do, if you are confused others probably have questions too.

Make Up Work

We will follow the county guideline for make up work.
Students have 5 days after returning from on absence to ask for their make–up work, complete it, and turn it in.

Teacher / Parent/ Student Communication

Google Classroom — each child will have a login (Shared documents, due dates, assignments, handouts, links)
Remind App — Parents and students can download the
Remind app for reminder texts of important dates and events.
Email - amberwaters@pickenscountyschools.org
Phone — 706 253-1700

Moby Max—All students will receive login information. This math program assesses each student’s needs and assigns lessons targeting their weakness. Students can login at home for additional practice.
www.mobymax.com or download the app
Quizlet—Students will be assigned vocabulary practice on Quizlet. They will be given in class time to practice, but this will also be available at home.
www.quizlet.com or download the app
Holt Textbook and online resources
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Google Classroom—download the app