My Mission for your Child Each and Every Day for Each and Every Child. I will do my best each day to give your child relevant knowledge, the courage to try new things, the curiosity to seek new answers and the ability to be the best they can be. And I plan for us to have a lot of fun in the process! “People rarely succeed unless they have fun in what they are doing". ~Malcom Forbes

Welcome to Mrs. Bachleda’s 6th Grade Transition to Pre-Algebra (TPA) Open House September 15, 2016

My Background Proud (and tired ) mom of 4 teenagers. SSCU – Elementary Education MA – Special Education 6th YR – Learning Differences 18th year at TMS 28th year teaching middle school Adjunct professor at UB My best teachers have been my own children and my students.

*6th Grade Transition to Pre-Algebra Math Program* -The program is aligned to the Common Core State Standards and will be challenging and interesting as long as students learn to pursue the opportunities offered. -Appropriate placement is key. -Each student is expected to reach upward mathematically, but have success within his/her grasp. -This math course is fast paced and will firmly establish a general foundation for pre-algebra and future mathematics.

Units of Study for Transition to Pre-Algebra (TPA) Unit 1 – Operating with Positive Rational Numbers Unit 2 – Using Expressions and Equations Unit 3 – Applications of Geometry Unit 4 – Ratios and Rates Unit 5 – Understanding Positive and Negative Numbers Unit 6 – Algebraic Reasoning Unit 7 – Statistics and Distributions Unit 8 – Operating with Rational Numbers Unit 9 – Proportional Relationships Want more details? Pick up a hand-out on your way out.

*Work Philosophy* The student must step up! The teacher must support! Encourage students to ask questions in class, independently use their resources & seek extra help. Give credit for every attempt to complete assignments where work is shown. Guide students to be more independent learners who use their resources to recall, understand and practice. We are learning through exploration and from our mistakes. Many enrichment activities will be offered to be sure the program is challenging. Encourage your child to take advantage of them.

Student vs. Parent Responsibilities Establish a quiet HW location/routine. 2 ½ hours per week Support and guide your child with HW- don’t do it for him or her. Encourage the use of class notes, online textbook and resources to recall and practice while showing work. Help with weekly checks (Backpacks, homework, supplies, communication, etc); Student vs. Parent Responsibilities

COURSE POLICIES AND REQUIREMENTS *Grading in Brief COURSE POLICIES AND REQUIREMENTS   GRADING Summative Assessments: 50% Total May Include: Individual Tests, Projects, Mid-Chapter Tests Classwork Formative Assessments: 40% Total May Include: Daily Assignments, Exit Slips, Quizzes, Class Presentations Behavioral Characteristics: 10% Total May Include: Homework, Participation, Classwork MATERIALS   Textbook, practice journal, math folder. binder, spiral notebook, highlighter, pencils etc. EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS To be respectful to all other individuals and all property. To be prepared and on time with appropriate materials and assignments. To be responsible for any missed work and notes. To be motivated to learn and accept challenges

A Look at a Few Resources: https://www.bigideasmath.com/BIM/login https://campus.fairfieldschools.org/ https://www.khanacademy.org/ http://www.factmonster.com/ https://www.ixl.com/math/

My Goals To make the program supportive, challenging and interesting. For my students to build upon their prior knowledge in mathematics in order to be prepared for the next mathematics level. For my students to genuinely enjoy mathematics and experience success in it. Extra Help I offer extra help by appointment, usually during lunch. It is the child’s responsibility to ask for and take advantage of the extra help.

I’m looking forward to working together this year! Thank you for coming. I’m looking forward to working together this year!

The Heart of my Classroom Rules Be responsible and prepared. (Follow Directions.) Be respectful to yourself and others. Raise your hand and wait to be called on. Don’t be afraid to try. Put effort and pride into whatever you do. Don’t panic! Talk to me.

Encouraging Good Homework Habits Having a regular time to do homework helps children finish assignments. The best schedule is one that works for your child and your family. What works well in one household may not work well in another. For instance, one child may do homework best in the afternoon, completing homework first or after an hour of play and another may do it best after dinner. However, don’t let your child leave homework to do just before bedtime. Remember, children are more likely to complete homework successfully when parents monitor their assignments. How homework benefits your child… Homework assignments are given to students for a multitude of reasons: To review and practice what they’ve covered in class; To get ready for the next day’s class; To learn to use resources, such as libraries, reference materials and web sites to discover information; To explore subjects more fully than classroom time permits; To integrate their learning by applying many different skills to a single task, such as projects and long term assignments. Homework can also help students develop good study habits and positive attitudes. It can teach them to become independent learners.