Online Math Textbook Instructions

You can access a copy of the textbook online along with other math resources.  If you plan to use the online version when completing homework, please have your textbook as a backup in case an unforeseen issue arises (i.e. the power goes out).

In order to access the online textbook, you must complete the following steps:

1. Go to www.bigideasmath.com
2. Click “New to Big Ideas Math”
3. Enter the access code that applies to your grade level and click “next”
   1. Period 2/4 - ND74-SPTT-8M73
   2. Period 7/8 - K3XT-ATMD-PKBM
   3. Period 9/10- HRX4-DSBT-B3MK
4. Complete steps 1-5 and click “next”
   1. Create a password that you will remember and write it below.  I will not have access to your password.
   2. Use your student ID for step 5 (it is in the front cover of your assignment journal)
5. The company creates a username for you.  Please write the username below and keep this paper for future reference.
6. Click “next” and it should redirect you to the main page
7. Log in using your username and password
8. Click on your name in the top right-hand corner
9. Click “add class”
10. Enter the access code that applies to your grade level and click “next”
    1. Period 2/4 - ND74-SPTT-8M73
    2. Period 7/8 - K3XT-ATMD-PKBM
    3. Period 9/10- HRX4-DSBT-B3MK

***There is also a Big Ideas Math app that you can download.  Use the same username and password to log in to the app.

Remind Text Instructions

Dear Parents/Guardians,

I’d like to welcome you and your child to 6^th Grade Math!  This year, I’m using Remind to help keep you informed about classroom assignments and activities.  Remind is a free service that lets me send quick messages via text, push notifications, or email to everyone involved in class.  We’ll be able to stay in touch without revealing our personal contact information.  Signing up for my messages on Remind is easy, just follow these steps!
 

Receive messages via text message

- Step 1
   Text my class code @FAMSmath6 to 81010 or (270) 572-4681

-  Step 2
   Reply to the message from the Remind team with your first and last name, and you’re in!

Receive messages via push notification

- Step 1
   Download the Remind app on your Android or iOS device, or go to rmd.me/a to install the app.

- Step 2
   Once you’ve downloaded the app, create a parent account with your email address.

- Step 3
   Go to the classes tab, tap the +, and enter our unique class code @FAMSmath6.  That’s it!

 

Thanks for signing up for my class on Remind!  Here’s some information that might be helpful:

> Your personal contact information is not visible to me or the school.

> I can send announcements to the entire class or a direct message to a specific parent.

> All messages are recorded and easily accessible in case they need to be referenced in the future.

> Messages from my class will be sent directly to your phone or email account.
 

I’m excited to get to know you and your child better this year!  If you have any questions about Remind, please feel free to contact me at rodgers@freeport.k12.pa.us .  I look forward to connecting with you!

Mrs. Rodgers

Syllabus

• Course Topics:

1. Number System +,-,÷,X
2. Ratios & Proportional Relationships
3. Expressions & Equations
4. Geometry
5. Statistics & Probability

• Classroom Rules:

1. Be Prompt
2. Be Prepared
3. Be Productive
4. Be Polite
5. Be Patient

• Behavior Consequences:
  • 1^st à Warning
  • 2^nd à Discuss/reflect with teacher
  • 3^rd à Written reflection to be signed by guardian and                       
              returned the following day
  • 4^thà Lunch Detention
    • The severity of the action may require some consequences to be skipped

• Classroom Procedures:
  • Completely copy any assignments in assignment journal
  • Grab your math journal and complete the warm-up activity
  • Review/check homework
  • Complete guided notes and store in math binder
  • Participate in small group activity to reinforce that days lesson

• Class Supplies: pencils, paper notebook, textbook, math binder, folder, homework, assignment journal, (optional: dry erase marker/eraser)

• Attendance: Students are responsible for any missed work. They will be given 1 day per assignment to complete the assignment for each day missed. Tests/quizzes/projects must be made up in a reasonable amount of time.

• Grades: The students’ mastery of the subject will be determined through tests, quizzes, homework, projects, and classwork.

• Homework Policy:
  • Homework will be posted on the white board as well as sent through a Remind text
  • Homework will be given out nightly
  • Perfect homework = 2 points based off of completion
  • Late homework can receive ½ credit if turned in by the following day (students are responsible to see me in order to earn the point)
  • Projects will lose a letter grade each day the project is late

• Extra Help: In addition to class time, I will be available before and after school hours for additional help upon request. This support can be initiated by the student, teacher, or parents. Arrangements must be made in advance.