Weekly Classroom Newsletter

We are going to have an exciting year as you begin your first year of middle school. Math is a subject that helps us explore and understand the world through the study of patterns, relationships, and problem-solving.

This year, you will be challenged to think in new ways, especially as we explore concepts that may be very different from what you have learned before. We will work with rational numbers, learn how to compute with them, and investigate how they relate to one another and to real-world situations.

We will also continue to build your understanding of algebra, geometry, and financial literacy. Through exploration, discussion, and practice, you will develop the skills and confidence needed to become a successful mathematical thinker.

○        Loose Leaf Paper (start small, maybe 10 sheets). Optional Notebook placed in the divider folder if you do not want to use loose leaf paper.

○        Dividers – one divider with pocket for math

○        Supply Pouch with:

■        Glue Stick(s) or tape

■        Pencils (always bring extras!!)

■        Extra Eraser

■        Highlighter

■        Colored pencils or markers

■        Scissors

*Parent contacts will be made for students unable to comply.

1. Take care of restroom needs and drinks during the breaks between classes. Five minutes is more than enough time to take care of needs.  Make it a point to go before class even if you don’t think you need to!
2. Students will follow the campus 10/10 rule.
3. Students are required to use a hall pass and sign out when leaving during class time. Students with an emergency may use the pass when teacher talk is not happening.

Students will have homework daily and it will be recorded in their planner. 

Students are responsible for keeping up with homework.  

Homework will be posted in class, recorded in planners by students, and posted on Schoology. 

Homework is your opportunity to practice and master mathematical skills.

50% will be Major (tests, projects, etc.)

50% will be Daily (quizzes, daily work, etc.)

Grade Repair - Students may retake quizzes or assessments below a 75%. 

However, all homework and classwork must be completed satisfactorily to retake a quiz or assessment.

Students may attend tutorials with Ms. Thiel, Ms. Roy, or Mr. McCoy.

Monday 8:20-8:40 am  & Thursday 8:20-8:40 am

Assessments that are missed must be scheduled with Ms. Thiel ahead of time.  Please contact her by email to make arrangements.

Where to find content via www 1link fortbendisd com

Schoology will be a resource for students and parents to receive information. 

Clever will be used to access Carnegie Learning

Skyward will be the official gradebook. This is the grade that is reported on progress reports and report cards.

Student assignments will be found in Carnegie Learning or in their textbook pages.

Cell phones, personal laptops, smart watches, smart glasses, ear buds/headphones are not permitted according to state law.  Devices should remain in your locker or in a backpack and turned off.  Any phone that is seen or heard will be turned into the 6th grade administrator.