Course Description:

Welcome to math class!  In RSP Math, your child will be receiving a standards based mathematics education that addresses both remediation of basic math knowledge and understanding, while also moving through new standards that are specific to their grade level. The standards are taught through direct instruction, independent skill practice, hands-on learning activities, partner work, group discussion, projects, and problem solving.  Since this class is part of the Resource Program, students will also be working on their individual IEP goals and objectives.

Units of Study:

Whole Number Operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)

Operations and Problem Solving with Integers

Operations and Problem Solving with Fractions

Operations and Problems Solving with Decimals

Relating Fractions, Decimals and Percents

Rates, Ratios and Proportions

Geometry-area, perimeter, circumference, surface area and volume

Functions and Graphing

Algebraic Expressions and Equations

Student Materials:

Students will need to bring the following materials to class each day:

• Whiteboard marker
• Highlighter
• Pencil
• Scotch tape or glue stick (used to attach work to interactive notebook)

Grading and Homework:

Students will be graded on in-class assignments such as “Daily Math” warm-ups, guided note taking activities, guided practice lessons, and individual practice lessons.  Students will also be graded on projects, homework and exams.  Exams can be re-worked to improve the accuracy and the score.  Students can earn back ½ credit for each corrected problem.   Homework is expected to be turned in on time.  If homework is late, it will be accepted for 50% credit unless student requests additional time.  Students may be asked to re-do an assignment in order to demonstrate further mastery of a concept.  Homework is assigned most nights, but not every night.  It is assigned when students are ready to practice a concept independently.  Please check you child’s planner each night and encourage them to complete their homework each night.

Here Are Some Additional Ways For Your Child To Practice Math At Home:

• Multiplication Facts (0-12)
• Counting Money
• Making Change
• Measurement- cooking, building projects, temperature, time, etc.
• Look For Patterns
• Calculate Basic Discounts at Stores- 50%, 25%, 10%, etc.
• Talk About Math Lessons From School
• Discuss Homework Assignments
• Play Games That Involve Counting Or Patterning
• Examine and Discuss Charts and Graphs From Newspapers Or Other Sources