6 South Math

 

 

Connected Math is a wonderful curriculum where students delve deeply into the world of mathematics.  It is an exciting world of discovery and finding the true value of mathematics in our world!

 

Tracey Jones  
jonestr@champaignschools.org  217.351.3819

 
My Educational Background

 Born in Champaign, Illinois, of course, I received my undergraduate degree in Secondary Mathematics from the University of Illinois in 1986.  Hired by Unit 4 that summer, I am now beginning my 22nd straight year with the middle school program at Franklin.  I received my Masters degree in Elementary Education from Eastern Illinois University in 1997.  Specialty training I have participated in include:  Cooperative Learning, TESA, Gifted Level I, Gifted Level II,  Problem-Based Learning, and Cognitive Coaching.
The Year at a Glance
 

The mathematics program of the Champaign Unit 4 Schools shall ensure that all students have an equal opportunity to become mathematically literate and capable of extending their learning to become informed citizens in a technological society.

Mathematically literate students are exposed throughout their school career to problem solving, reasoning, and communicating mathematically.  An appropriate mathematics curriculum incorporates manipulative, cooperative learning groups, technology, and processes of inquiry to foster students confidence their mathematical abilities.

All students have the right to learn significant mathematical and develop power over mathematical ideas; thus, students shall be provided access to the full range of mathematical topics.

Goals
The students will:

  • experience success and progress in order to become confident in their mathematical ability.
  • develop processes of inquiry, discovery, generalizing, and reasoning which can be used in all areas of life.
  • use a wide variety of methods and strategies, including technology, to solve problems.
  • learn to read, write and speak about mathematical topics in order that knowledge learned can be effectively used.
  • learn to recognize the value of the various roles of math in society.

 

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6th Grade Honors

6th Grade Math

State Standards

"The Illinois Learning Standards for Mathematics were developed by Illinois teachers for Illinois schools. These goals, standards and benchmarks are an outgrowth of the 1985 Illinois State Goals for Learning influenced by the latest thinking in school mathematics. This includes the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics; Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics; ideas underlying recent local and national curriculum projects; results of state, national, and international assessment findings; and the work and experiences of Illinois school districts and teachers..."
(Illinois State Board of Education Website)

ISBE Website
Grading Procedures

Class participation and being an active learner is essential to success in mathematics.  Students will be working in groups to verbalize their mathematical ideas.  homework will be assigned approximately three to five days per week.

The district policy is very specific with the grading policy.  This policy states that grades will be weighted and placed into one of three categories.  The categories and weights are as follows:

Daily Work (40%)       Homework  (20%)      Major Grades/Tests/Quizzes  (40%)

Hard copies of student grade reports are given to each student every 5 - 10 school days.  If your child is not bringing these home, please ask them to bring them home.  If you are still having no success, email is the easiest way to communicate with me.  Formal grade reports are sent out at midterm and the end of each quarter.

Parent Involvement
 

Parental/Guardian involvement is extremely important for the success of the student in math.  It is important that both the teacher and the parent/guardian communicate effectively with each other in order to ensure consistency.  I strongly encourage parent/guardian participation in math so that their child can have the best chance for a successful year.  Please feel free to contact me whenever you have questions or concerns. 

Ways for you to be more involved:

  • Communicate with your child's teachers via phone or email.
  • Check your child's assignment notebook on a daily basis.  He/she will be writing in it daily! 
  • Make arrangements to come visit your child's classes.
  • Make an appointment to meet with your child's team. 
  • Volunteer in class or come with us on field trips.
  • Attend Open House in the fall.
  • Set up a time to meet with teachers during parent-teacher conferences.

We want you to be a part of our team!