2012-2013 Curriculum Night

Mrs. Yamashita

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Introduction

Curriculum night addresses curriculum that is designed by Chandler Unified School District based upon State and Federal Guidelines

Topics of Discussion

What is the curriculum?

How does it differ from the regular classroom?

What does my child’s day look like?

How do I address possible gaps in your child’s education?

Curriculum

Details can be found online at www.Chandler.k12.az.us.org or the Arizona Department of Education website for Common Core Curriculum.

Character counts-The Six Pillars Art Masterpiece Junior Achievement After School Clubs/Activities

K-12: Focus on problem-solving, reasoning about numbers, and

modelingK-5: Focus on number sense and operationsK-7: Fractions, ratios, and proportional

reasoning to support algebra6-8: Modeling with ratios, geometry,

statistics, and probabilityHigh School: Rigorous algebra, geometry,

modeling, statistics and probability

Key Advances in 2010 Mathematics Standards

Math Curriculum Overview

Critical Areas: 5th Grade

Developing fluency with addition and subtraction of fractions, and developing understanding of the multiplication of fractions and of division of fractions in limited casesExtending division to 2-digit divisors, integrating decimal fractions into the place value system and developing understanding

of operations with decimals to hundredths, and developing fluency with whole number and decimal operations Developing an understanding of volume

Critical Areas: 6th Grade

Connecting ratio and rate to whole number multiplication and division and using concepts of ratio and rate to solve problems Completing understanding of division of fractions and extending the notion of number to the system of rational numbers, which includes negative numberWriting, interpreting, and using expressions and equations Developing an understanding of statistical thinking

Taking a closer look!

Understanding the Reading Process

Comprehending Literary & Informational Text and integrating core curriculum in English Language Arts, Social Studies and Sciences. Application and Presentation Writing

ResearchDramatics/TheaterSpeeches

Science

Science Process Skills / Scientific MethodThe Solar SystemForces and MotionProperties of MatterSimple MachinesHuman Body SystemsScience Fair

Social Studies

American Colonization and the Thirteen ColoniesAmerican RevolutionCivil WarEconomicsGeographyFoundations of Government

Schedule8:30-8:45 Opening Procedures8:45-10:00 Math 10:15-10:45 English Language Arts I10:50-11:20 Block 11:20-12:05 English Language Arts II12:05-12:45 Lunch12:45-1:45 English Language Arts III1:15-1:45 Library Day 61:45-2:45 Theme *Social Studies / Science /

Problem Based Learning

How do I address possible gaps in your child’s

learning? All students are pre-assessedAfter pre-assessments, curriculum is designed to address areas of improvement.Areas of strength are supported through various gifted methods that are research-based.Students are monitored throughout the year using district-approved tests.Tutoring is available throughout the year.

What This Means

CUSD CATS students have a unique opportunity to interact with one another at a challenging level during the entire day. They are not ‘gifted’ for just one hour a day or three hours a week! In addition, your child is at a very friendly school where the environment is conducive to positive social interaction with new friends at various grade levels!

Next Steps

Continue to support your child!Be an advocate for Gifted EducationAllow mistakes…Embrace differencesCreate a parent ‘network’

Thank you for attending curriculum night.

Any questions or concerns please contact me at:

yamashita.kierstin@chandler.k12.az.us.org

or 480-883-4746