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I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you and your child to 6th Grade Math in our beautiful Middle School! I am looking forward to getting to know you and your child throughout the upcoming year.  Sixth Grade is a crucial year as we begin to explore math topics that will build the foundation for higher level math.  With sixth grade comes new information, new responsibilities, and new opportunities.   I have high expectations for all of my students and with your support, we will have a successful school year! 

I would like to introduce myself to you.  My name is Mrs. Kristin Lowery.  I have been teaching in the Freeport Area School District since 2008.  I earned an Elementary Education degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Gannon University.  I enjoy learning various teaching methods that I can apply to my everyday instruction to meet the needs of my students.  Math has always been a passion of mine and I hope to pass that along to your child.  As your child’s teacher, it is my goal to help them become a confident learner and I will make certain that they have a positive learning experience. 

Online Textbook Directions

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” 
    -- Math 6 - EMYK-SNG4-M7DJ
  4. Complete steps 1-5 and click “next”
    -- Create a password that you will remember and write it below.  I will not have access to your password.
    -- 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”
    -- Math 6- EMYK-SNG4-M7DJ

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

Syllabus

Math 6 
Mrs. Lowery
lowery@freeport.k12.pa.us
724-295-9020 ext: 2407
 

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:

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

Classroom Procedures:

  • Completely copy any assignments in assignment journal
  • 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 on Schoology
  • 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, there will be tutoring available after school hours for additional help upon request.  Arrangements must be made in advance.