Welcome to Math 6

Introduction Ms. McComb

From AZ, lived in Colombia, Taiwan, and Idaho
4
th
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!
Mrs. Roy-Filice
Education Masters in Education, Literacy Specialist specializing in
Reading and Writing, 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 11
th
year in Singapore
Personal
-Mr. Filice
3rd Gr. Counselor
-Simon 4
th
Year
University
-Elina 2
nd
Year
University
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.
CCSS Mathematical Practices
Math Units
1: Prime Time (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 :Data About Us (Statistics and Data Analysis)
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.
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





Class Information
Homework calendar



Class blog:
sasmccombmcmath.blogspot.s
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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

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

THANK YOU!

I look forward to working in
partnership with you this year.

tmccomb@sas.edu.sg

THANK YOU!

THANK YOU!

I look forward to working in
partnership with you this year.

tmccomb@sas.edu.sg