1. Welcome to Math 6

2. Introduction Ms. McComb From AZ, lived in Colombia,Taiwan, and Idaho 4th year teaching math at SAS, first year in G6; 8 years teaching experience: G5 at OFS, ELL Prior life: MBA, Financial Analyst (HP) Two kids: Neill, (15, G10) and Kevin (14, G9) Enjoy: reading, hiking, new adventures Passion: Building confidence in kids through problem solving!

3. Mrs. Roy-Filice Education Masters in Education, Literacy Specialist specializing in Reading andWriting, Certification in ESOL , Adult Education and Special Education, Teaching Experience-Grade 1 through Grade -taught in Canada, Botswana, Belgium, Hong Kong, e 8. Saudi Arabia and now in my 11th year in Singapore Personal -Mr. Filice 3rd Gr. Counselor -Simon 4thYear University -Elina 2ndYear University

4. Why Common Core Math? New curriculum out of the U.S. thats been adopted by most states and benchmarked internationally. Teaches a more focused set of major math concepts and skills. (Deeper rather than broader) Gives students more time to master important ideas and skills. Uses rich and more rigorous content to engage in real world problem solving. Developed to meet 21st century demands.

5. CCSS Mathematical Practices

6. Math Units 1: PrimeTime (Factors & Multiples) 2: Comparing Bits & Pieces (Ratios, Rational Numbers, Equivalence) 3: Lets Be Rational (Fraction Operations) 4: Covering & Surrounding (Two-Dimensional Measurement) 5: Decimal Ops (Computing with Decimals and Percents) 6:Variables & Patterns (Algebra) 7 :DataAbout Us (Statistics and DataAnalysis)

7. Connected Mathematics 3 Each unit is contained within its own textbook. Textbooks are switched out after each unit. Replacement cost per textbook is S$20. Also available online more information to come.

8. Assessment Standards-Based Grading Formative vs. Summative Assessments Formative non-evaluated, check-in Summative (tests, projects) - evaluated - opportunity for students to demonstrate their current mastery of a standard - retakes are possible based on trends shown by student throughout unit Behaviors Organization, Responsibility, Collaboration, Reflection Student scores start at top Rubrics created in conjunction with students

9. Class Information Homework calendar Class blog: sasmccombmcmath.blogspot.s g

10. Homework Designed to hardwire a known skill through practice Should be: Done independently Foster self study by utilizing the resources Not be a source of conflict Not exceed 30 minutes* Mindful that Practice Makes Permanent

11. How you can help Foster independence, perseverance, self reliance, and confidence Regularly review your childs work Establish a homework routine Use the support systems Google calendar, blog Create opportunities for your child to be the teacher Be a role model by making math connections Pose real world math challenges for your child to solve Please do not let math become a source of conflict between you and your child Strive for automaticity with mental math

12. THANK YOU! I look forward to working in partnership with you this year. tmccomb@sas.edu.sg THANK YOU!

13. THANK YOU! I look forward to working in partnership with you this year. tmccomb@sas.edu.sg