What's Up in Math?

The kids did a fine job multiplying and dividing fractions. We introduced canceling which many found easier to do than simpliying the solution at the end. We will continue to use fractions throughout this semester and each Friday students will receive an extra fraction practice page to complete over the weekend to keep skills fresh. This will begin on Feb. 23rd.

We have been using number lines to learn about integers. We spent two days working in groups as we learned to add and subtract and problem solve using integers. Next up, multiplication and division of integers. We will be ready for the unit test on February 22nd. Students can earn extra credit by completing the coordinate graph they will will be given on the 19th. It is due by test day.

On Tuesday, February 20th, all sixth graders will participate in the State Math Contest. This is a 40 question timed test. Students will be allowed to use calculators and must complete the test in 30 minutes. The top five sixth grade scores will be submitted to the state. Absent students will need to stay after school on Monday, February 26th to make up this test.