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6th Grade Math
Sixth Grade
Grade 6 classes are heterogeneously grouped. The course covers the sixth grade curriculum and begins the seventh grade curriculum.
Students will:
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evaluate expressions using rational numbers (whole numbers, decimals, fractions, integers)
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apply properties of addition and multiplication in various problem solving situations
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solve one-step, two-step, and multi-step algebraic equations using the algebraic process with rational numbers
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use algebra in various problem solving situations
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explore basic number theory
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use visualization and spatial reasoning to analyze characteristics of geometric shapes and to calculate their area and volume
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be introduced to coordinate planes
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use ratio, proportion and percentages for problem solving and application
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be introduced to statistics and analysis with central tendencies
- engage in critical and creative thinking through various problem solving activities
Placement process for 7th grade math:Placements for seventh grade are made by the sixth grade teacher and shared with parents via Infinite Campus in June. There is one section of Math 7-1 and three sections of Math 7-2 in each house. When making recommendations to the higher level math course (Math 7-2), teachers look for these attributes in their students:- Displays self-advocacy skills (voluntarily seeking help and clarification when needed)
- Able to independently initiate and sustain working on math tasks
- Possesses an enjoyment and enthusiasm for the “challenges” of higher-level problem solving tasks
- Willingness to take mathematical risks
- Able to work collaboratively in groups to perform problem solving tasks
- Able to communicate mathematical thinking and understanding
- Exhibits resilience and a willingness to persist when faced with difficulty or struggle
- Can view problems from multiple perspectives with multiple ways to solve
- Displays reasoning capabilities that have shifted from a concrete to an abstract nature
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