Fisher Middle School Math Information Night

Lisa Fraser, Principal Fisher Mathematics Team April 26, 2018

Presentation Objectives ¡ Introduce Fisher Mathematics Staff

¡ Review Mathematics Course Sequence

¡ Provide a brief overview of the 6th through 8th grade Common Core Math Domains and corresponding student learning profiles for accelerated courses.

¡ Review Math Placement Protocols and Timelines ¡ Placement Criteria/Assessments ¡ Parent Notification and Follow-up (Waiver Process)

¡ Q&A

Presentation Objectives ¡ Introduce Fisher Mathematics Staff

¡ Review Mathematics Course Sequence

¡ Provide a brief overview of the 6th through 8th grade Common Core Math Domains and corresponding student learning profiles for accelerated courses.

¡ Review Math Placement Protocols and Timelines ¡ Placement Criteria/Assessments ¡ Parent Notification and Follow-up (Waiver Process)

¡ Q&A

Presentation Objectives ¡ Introduce Fisher Mathematics Staff

¡ Review Mathematics Course Sequence

¡ Provide a brief overview of the 6th through 8th grade Common Core Math Domains and corresponding student learning profiles for accelerated courses.

¡ Review Math Placement Protocols and Timelines ¡ Placement Criteria/Assessments ¡ Parent Notification and Follow-up (Waiver Process)

¡ Q&A

Common Core Math Domains New Standards Introduced

Domains 6th 7th 8th

The Number System

13 11

2

Ratios and Proportional Relationships

7 7

Expressions, Equations, and Inequalities

12 6 13

Geometry 4 6 12 Statistics and Probability

9 13 4

Functions 5 TOTAL 45 43 36

Math 6CC+ Student has: •  A minimum 80% retention of 5th grade standards as demonstrated on •  cumulative placement test •  Strong arithmetic skills and does not need remediation of basic skills concepts

involving (+ - x) of fractions and decimals •  Strong mastery of K-5 math standards, and a willingness to work independently

outside of class should he/she have gaps in prior knowledge Student is: •  Academically responsible •  Capable of regularly completing tasks on time •  Capable of regularly producing quality work •  An active participant in class discussions, and able to swiftly transition between

tasks •  Well organized, recognizing that middle school involves assignments from

multiple teachers and content areas •  Resilient and confident in the ability to deal with setbacks, including •  grades •  Interested in demonstrating depth of knowledge as well as speed of

calculations

Math 7/8CCA Student has: •  A minimum 80% retention of 6th grade standards as demonstrated

on cumulative placement tests •  Strong number sense skills and does not need any remediation or

review of basic skills concepts involving positive rational numbers in fraction or decimal form

•  Attention to quality of work •  An interest and willingness to take on a challenge •  Strong cumulative understanding Student is: •  Mature in work habits, focus, interest, desire, and attitude •  Resilient and intrinsically motivated •  Comfortable working at an accelerated pace and is able to

quickly make connections among multiple concepts •  Comfortable showing work to demonstrate understanding and to

communicate mathematically

Algebra I Student has: •  A minimum 80% retention of 7th and 8th grade standards as

demonstrated on cumulative placement tests •  Strong fluency with all Rational Number operations •  Prerequisite skills from 7th and 8th grade math courses where

probability, statistics, and geometry are taught •  Time management skills appropriate to a high school level workload •  An understanding that s/he may need additional study time for tests •  An understanding that grades will appear on High School Transcripts •  A strong attendance record Student is: •  Mature in work habits, focus, interest, desire, and attitude •  Able to deal with setbacks, including grades •  Equally fluent in writing mathematically using algorithms and proving

conceptual understanding with written language •  Comfortable showing work to demonstrate understanding and to

communicate mathematically

Geometry Student has: •  Completed a year-long course of Algebra I with B+ or higher •  Time management skills appropriate to a high school level workload •  High attention span with an ability to focus for sustained periods of time •  Strong note-taking abilities •  Strong problem solving skills •  Perseverance •  An understanding that grades will appear on High School transcripts •  A strong attendance record Student is: •  Self-disciplined, resilient •  Mature in work habits, focus, interest, desire, and attitude •  Equally fluent in writing mathematically using algorithms and proving

conceptual understanding with written language •  Confident applying prior knowledge with problem-solving skills •  Fluent in prerequisite skills that will present in a Geometry course but

were not taught in Algebra I (ex: Statistics, probability, and geometry prerequisites)

•  Prepared for the rigor of this course as preparation for advancement to accelerated math courses in high school

Presentation Objectives ¡ Introduce Fisher Mathematics Staff

¡ Review Mathematics Course Sequence

¡ Provide a brief overview of the 6th through 8th grade Common Core Math Domains and corresponding student learning profiles for accelerated courses.

¡ Review Math Placement Protocols and Timelines ¡ Placement Criteria/Assessments ¡ Parent Notification and Follow-up (Waiver Process)

¡ Q&A

Fisher Middle School Math Placement Timelines Placement Testing Window May 15th through May 23rd

Placement Testing (5th grade) May 23rd (Early Release Day)

Parent letters/waiver form emailed: No later than June 11, 2018

Deadline to submit waiver request: No later than June 18, 2018

Placement confirmation: No later than June 28, 2018

Test

Answer Format

Number of Questions

Time Limit

Content

6th Grade

Readiness Test

Multiple Choice Free Response

30 problems

1 hour

Fluency, problem solving, and conceptual understanding of 5th grade standards

7th grade

Readiness Test

Multiple Choice

40 problems

1 hour

Fluency, problem solving, and conceptual understanding of 6th grade standards

Math Fluency Assessment

Free Response

40 problems

1 hour

Fluency on operations with rational numbers (fractions, decimals, percents, integers); some equations and geometry

High School

Readiness Test

Multiple Choice

45 problems

1 hour

Fluency, problem solving, and conceptual understanding of middle school standards

No calculators allowed on any tests All tests are secure

Placement Reconsiderations

Math Placement Waiver Form Dear Parent,

Your son/daughter recently completed math placement test(s) and has been placed according to the criteria noted on the attached letter. On occasion, a student may not meet all of the criteria, but may be extremely motivated to accept the challenge of a more rigorous course. Based upon space availability, we would like to provide him/her with this opportunity if we can appropriately accommodate this request.

Please click the link below if you would like your child’s math placement reconsidered. The password to enter the form is:

Begin Waiver Request Here

Finding the Right Equation Other Variables to Consider

Questions? Thank You