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Franklinton Middle School

6th Grade Math Syllabus

2021-2022

Mr. Brandon Mitchell

Google Classroom code: np3bxcj

Office Hours:  Thursday 3:30-4:00 

 

Course Description:  The Mathematics curriculum for 6th grade in Franklin County Schools focuses on 11 critical areas:

 

  1. Connecting ratio and rate to whole number multiplication and division
  2. Understanding the division of fractions and extension of the number system
  3. Writing, interpreting, and using expressions/equations to solve real world problems
  4. Develop understanding of statistical thinking

 

Curriculum:

The North Carolina Mathematics Standards can be found at the following web address:

https://www.dpi.nc.gov/media/7256/open

 

Instruction:

 

Module

Estimated Dates

Number of Days

Unit 1: Area and Surface Area

8/23 - 9/17

25

Unit 2: Factors and Multiples

9/20 - 9/29

9

Unit 3: Ratios

9/30 - 10/29

29

Unit 4: Fractions

11/1 - 12/1

30

Unit 5: Decimal Computations

12/2 - 1/6

35

Unit 6: Integer and Rational Numbers

1/7 - 2/4

28

Unit 7: Coordinate Planes

2/7 - 2/22

15

Unit 8: Algebraic Expressions

2/23 - 3/16

21

Unit 9: Algebraic Equations

3/17 - 4/29

43

Unit 10: Volume

5/2 - 5/6

4

Unit 11: Statistical Reasoning

5/9 - 5/24

15

*Unit Tests will be given on the last day of the Unit.  Smaller quizzes will be given throughout the units.  Please refer to the course calendar on Canvas for updated dates.

Materials Needed:

  • Binder/Notebook
  • Pencils/Erasers
  • Pens/Colored Pencils

*Google Sheets will be used for more complicated calculations

 

Grading:

 

Tests & Quizzes

30%

Classwork

70%

 

Explanation of Grading:

  • Tests: As stated above, Unit Tests will be given on the last day of every Unit.
  • Quizzes:  Quizzes will be given periodically throughout the Unit to observe student comprehension.
  • Class Participation & Classwork:  Learning in Math 6 will revolve around in-class discussion and in-class activity.  Students will be expected to participate.

 

Make-up Work Policy / Late Work Policy:

  • Make-up Work:  Students are responsible for getting and turning in make-up work when absent
  • Late Work:  If present at school, late work is not accepted.  Extra credit is offered at the end of the semester to offset this policy.

 

Student Expectations:

  • Respect:  Students will treat ALL people with respect and kindness regardless of their race, religion, or gender.
  • Engagement:  Students will responsibly engage in mathematics with the understanding that they are capable of learning all materials covered throughout the school year
  • Listen & Follow Directions: There will be a plethora of  classroom rules and procedures and students are expected to adhere to them.

*All concerns need to be addressed with Mr. Mitchell if anything is hindering a student from operating under the stated expectations

 

Communication:

Franklinton Middle School

3 N Main St, Franklinton, NC 27525

(919) 494-2971

 

Email:  The best way to communicate with us is via email.

brandonmitchell@fcschools.net

Text:   Please text or call if necessary, but email is the most reliable way to reach me

252-226-9182

 

We look forward to partnering with you in the exploration of your potential during this upcoming school year.  If you ever need anything, please feel free to contact us.

Course Summary:

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