Math 6 Course Syllabus

Mr. Brash Contact Information

Room:122, Team: Jaguars
Email address: martin_brash@bismarckschools.org

Mr. Brashs Beliefs

Math is a fun subject that everyone can be successful at. It requires hard
work and dedication. It is easy to get frustrated, but understand that every
problem is a process. You are not meant to get every single problem
correct. You should put down all work that you know for each problem and
never leave anything blank. You should be challenged but not overwhelmed
with your Math homework. I hope you have about twenty minutes of
homework a night. Just like anything you get better if you practice.
Topics we will study in Math 6
Quarter 1
Expressions
Number Properties
Multiplying &
Dividing
Fractions
Multiplying &
Dividing
Decimals

Quarter 2
The Number Line
Comparing Numbers
Absolute Value
The Coordinate
Plane
Fractions, Decimals,
&
Percent

Quarter 3
Ratios, Rates, &
Data
Analysis
Circles and Area
Equations

Quarter 4
Inequalities
Tables, Graphs, &
Functions

How will I be graded?

Grading: A standards-based progress report is used for the 6 th Grade Math Standards.
Score
Score
Score
Score

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2:
3:
4:

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limited understanding of the benchmark/goal.

partially met the benchmark/goal.
met the benchmark/goal.
exceeded the benchmark/goal.

Extra Credit Policy: There will be no extra credit offered in class. All
assignments/assessments, for which a student receives a 1 or 2, will be available for retakes until
that student scores a 3. All students who attain a score of 3 are offered the opportunity to
challenge themselves with a level 4 question.
Tutoring & Extra Help: I will be available by arrangement before school, during home base,
and also after school for extra help and tutoring. Students needing help should see me to make
arrangements.

What if I am gone from class?

Absences: If you are planning to be absent, please let me know at least one day
in advance. All makeup work/assignments are found on our team website.
Remember that if you have a cut slip for an absence, you are expected to have your homework
done when you return to school. You will have 2 days to make up homework for each day you
are unexpectedly absent (due to sickness, etc.).
Late Work & Missing Assignments: All assignments must be completed in to show progress
for standards based grading. Students will be asked to make arrangements and stay for
detention to complete assignments if they are not prepared when the assignment is due. This is
to ensure that students do not fall behind in their understanding of the material. Of course, if its
an issue for the student to stay that day or afterschool, I am happy to arrange a time that will
work for the parent.

Supplies
Supplies needed for class:
Blue 3-ring Binder
Notebook(Just for Math work)
2 Pencils

Math Links
Utilize www.bigideasmath.com for videos and the online textbook.
student
receives a user name and password for this site.

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