1. 6th Grade Parent Orientation
Math & Science
6th Grade Parent Orientation

2. Math 7 at La Paz Common Core Math
Deeper understanding of mathematical concepts (the “why” behind the “steps” & the “interconnection” of concepts)
No longer teach the “rules” but rather have students discover patterns and rules through various activities

3. Math 7 at La Paz
Project-based performance tasks (and traditional assessments)
Ratio/Proportion Examples
Students determine best deal using catalogs and menus
Super Size Me and Comic Dilation projects

4. Math 7 at La Paz Technology
Online textbook with video tutorials and mini assessments
Socrative.com (real time practice results)
Kahoot.com

5. Science 7 at La Paz Next Generation Science Standards
Increased focus on inquiry & performance tasks (Do labs & explain results using scientific and academic vocabulary)
Like scientists, students read informational text, and produce writing that provides evidence to support their claims.

6. Science 7 at La Paz Animal Project and San Diego Zoo Trip
Labs: Cell Size, Flower Dissection, Microscope
Understanding their world: photosynthesis in action, changes in organisms due to environment, positive/negative human impact

7. Honors at La Paz
Specific Honors course titles on report cards and transcripts
Invitation based on 6th grade teacher rec.
(and district math test given in 6th grade classroom)
1, 2, 3 or 4 Honors courses

8. District Math Sequence
Math 7 to Math 8 (Math 7 & 8 Standards)
Math 7 Honors to Algebra 1
3 years of Math in 2 years
Math 7, Math 8 and Algebra 1 Standards

9. Science 7 Honors
Student may also “try out” for honors at the beginning of the school year.
Differentiated classroom with each unit having alternative activities/assignments for Honors students

10. La Paz Students’ Perspective

11. Questions and Answers