Kingsport City Schools

6^th​ ​ Grade Math Syllabus

2023-2024

Course Description: ​The Mathematics curriculum for 6^th​ ​ ​grade in Kingsport City Schools focuses on four critical areas:​

(1)​ ​Connecting ratio and rate to whole number multiplication and division and using concepts of ratio and rate to solve problems;

(2) Completing understanding of division of fractions and extending the number system to include integers;

(3) Writing, interpreting, and using expressions and equations; and

(4) Developing understanding of statistical thinking.

Curriculum:

https://bigideaslearning.com/

INSTRUCTION:

*Chapter Tests will be given at the end of each chapter.   Smaller quizzes will be given throughout the units.

Materials Needed:

• Pencils/Erasers
• Paper
• Pens/colored pencils
• Composition Books

Recommended Calculator:​ ​TI-34 Multi-View (approximately $20 and can be purchased at Wal-Mart, Target, Office Depot, Best Buy, or you can order online)

Kingsport City Schools

6^th​ ​ Grade Math Syllabus

2023-2024

ASSESSMENT:

Explanation of Assignments

• Assessments include quizzes over individual standards as well as unit tests.
• Classwork and homework are assignments that provide practice on individual skills.
• Math Tasks require students to give in-​-depth explanations of their thinking as they engage in problem-​-solving.
• TN Ready is the assessment given in the spring that tests the Tennessee Mathematics Curriculum.

Make-​-Up Work Policy/Late Work Policy

Make-​-Up Work: ​Students are responsible for getting and turning in make-​-up work when they are absent.

Late Work: ​Late work is discouraged. In mathematics, each day builds on the previous day’s work. It is important to complete work in a timely manner. Turn in all completed work as soon as possible.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

Classroom Policy/Procedures:

Achievement:​  Students will complete all work to the best of their ability. 

Respect: ​Students will treat others the way they want to be treated, act appropriately at all times, be kind to others, and take​ ​care of their school.  

Responsibility: ​ Students will do their homework, bring materials to class, study for quizzes/tests, attend class regularly.

Students will acknowledge personal successes and failures.

Honesty:  ​Students will ask for help when needed, do their own work, and always tell the truth.

Communication:

Email: ​The best way to communicate with us is via email.

Kristen Bridwell [email protected]

Lauren Brogden   [email protected]

Julie Tester      [email protected]

Parent Portal: ​Check your child’s progress/grades via Aspen.

Canvas learning platform​: ​www.k12k.com​  

Students’ tab-

Canvas-username and password is the same as computer login--calendar    (major assignments and tests will be listed on the calendar) 

Intervention Strategies:

We will have academic class, MTSS, online resources, tutoring and intervention classes available throughout the year to support students who may need a little extra help.  

We look forward to working with you as we explore sixth grade mathematics.  If you ever need anything, please feel free to contact us.