6TH GRADE MATHEMATICS

MRS. LOPEZ
2017-2018
Contact Information Classroom Rules
Class Website: http://mrslopez6thgrademath.weebly.com/
Email: Meagan.lopez@palmbeachschools.org 1. Take ownership of
your actions.
10-10 Rule/Potty Passes Grading Information
Students will be given 5
2. Respect others and
90-100% - A our classroom.
Potty Passes to use each 9-week
quarter. Students are expected to 80-89% - B 3. Come to class
use passes responsibly. No passes in 70-79% - C prepared to learn.
the first or last 10 minutes of class!
60-69% - D 4. Raise your hand for
0-59% - F permission to speak.
Student Expectations
Follow ALL class rules 5. Be focused and on
You will earn grades in task at all times.
Be respectful, responsible,
and resilient
the following areas:
Participate every day Tests and Quizzes -
Treat class technology with (40%) CONSEQUENCES
respect Classwork - (30%) 1st offense: Verbal
Homework - (10%) warning
Supplies 2nd offense: Written
Projects/Exams - (20%)
One (1) view binder Daily participation is important to
Warning
(any color, 1 inch) 3rd offense: Parent
your success in this class and your
Contact
One (1) pack of dividers future.
4th offense: Referral /
(minimum 5) Parent Conference
One (1) pack pencils 6th Grade Math Description
One (1) handheld pencil In this Grade 6 Mathematics course, instructional time will
sharpener with cover focus the following areas:
One (1) pack colored pencils Quarter 1:
One (1) pencil pouch for use Unit 1 Numbers
Unit 2 Number Operations
in binder
Quarter 2:
One (1) pen (not black) Unit 3 Proportionality Ratios and Rates
One (1) highlighter Quarter 3:
(any color) Unit 4 Equivalent Expressions
Two (2) packs filler paper Unit 5 Equations and Inequalities
Unit 6 Relationships in Geometry
(wide ruled)
Quarter 4:
Unit 7 Measurement and Data
 Mrs. Lopezs 6th Grade Math Class
2017-2018

Policies and Procedures

All school policies will be enforced in this class.
Hall Passes
Passes will be given on the basis of extreme emergency at the discretion of the teacher.
Do not request a pass to get water (this should be done between classes).
Please use the designated school signal when requesting to use the restroom.
Passes will not be given during the first 10 minutes or last 10 minutes of class AND you must have your planner in
order to leave.

Entering the room

You are to come prepared for class and ready to work. Paper, sharpened pencils/pen, textbook, etc. should be
brought to class each day, unless you are instructed to do otherwise by the teacher.
Enter the room quietly and calmly before the bell.
Get all materials before you find your assigned seat, and follow the instructions given on the board/projector.

Throwing things away

You dont have to ask.
If the teacher is teaching, please wait until she is finished.
Please do not throw things across the room.

Sharpening your pencil

Please make sure you have at least 2 sharpened pencils at the start of class.
Try to sharpen all pencils before the bell or during group transitions.
You dont have to ask during these designated times.
If the teacher or other students are talking to the class, please wait until they are finished.

Eating and drinking in class

No eating in class.
The only drink permitted in class is a bottle of water with a twist on lid and must be kept away from computer area.
This is a privilege! If the privilege is abused, it will be taken away.

Participation in Class
Students may not place their head on their desk for any reasonstudent participation is mandatoryNO EXCEPTIONS.
Respect teachers and classmates ideas during group work. Do NOT make derogatory comments for ANY REASON.

Computer Use
Computer & Internet activity is for class work ONLY.
You are not permitted to access unauthorized websites (including listening to music) or change the programming of
the computer or desktop.
Students will be assigned to a computer and must only use designated computer (This signed document serves as the
computer contract as well. Computer usage will be monitored daily).

Guests in the classroom

Please respect all guests in our room.
Treat them as you would want to be treated.
If someone walks in the room, they will address you if they need something.
Just smile and keep working.

Asking questions
Students are encouraged to ask for help whenever needed!!!
Please raise your hand and wait to be called on.
Please use the appropriate voice level.
If working in groups or pairs, and during Small Group instruction, please ask two peers before asking the teacher.

Leaving class?
The bell does not dismiss you, the teacher does!
 Parent and Student Contract:

DUE 8/21/17

Parent: Please sign showing you have read and understand the class policies and procedures on the
previous pages. On a daily or regular schedule, try to ask what your son/ daughter learned in class and
to see their binder, homework, or returned papers.

Print Name: _______________________________________

Sign:_____________________________________________

Phone Number: ( ) ___________ - __________________

Phone Number: ( ) ___________ - __________________

E-Mail:_________________________________________@____________

E-Mail:_________________________________________@____________

Student: I have read and understand the class policies and procedures on the previous pages. I
promise to abide by these guidelines and to provide writing, homework and returned work to my
parent(s) or guardian(s) on a regular basis and discuss the lesson from class when asked.

Print name: _______________________________________

Sign: _______________________________________________

E-Mail:_________________________________________@____________________________

Please keep your copy of the syllabus in your class binder to refer to.
IT IS THE STUDENTS RESPONSIBILITY TO REQUEST ANY MAKE UP WORK.

If you are overwhelmed or are having trouble, talk to me immediately. It is better to approach me for
extra help than to wait until work is late or not to do it at all. I am here to help you any way I can.
Success takes TEAMWORK!