Welcome to the 6th Grade Math and Science Page!
Contact information for Ms. Hill:
A note to parents:
It's mid-term time! Please be sure to check your student's grades in Infinite Campus. If you do not have access to IC or have forgotten your access info, please email Deb Hall ASAP. I will be sending home parent signature sheets (for mid-terms) on Monday which will require that you have access to your student's info on IC. Students should have access to IC using their id # as their login and their birthdate (mmddyy) as their password.
No School Thursday 10/14 or Friday 10/15
Wednesday 10/13 Have a GREAT 4-day weekend!!!
6 GT Math
Classwork - Finished problem 4.2. Started problem 4.3. Students used their knowledge of making tables and graphs using their graphing calculators.
Homework - Study for Graphing Calculator Quiz on Monday.
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Finished key terms for chapter 6. Read chapter 6, sections 3 and 4. Worked on Forces in Earth's Crust worksheet.
Homework - Finish Forces in Earth's Crust worksheet if not done in class.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Reviewed skills worksheet. Took and graded as a class Bits and Pieces II quiz.
Homework - Study for Bits and Pieces Unit Test on Monday.
Tuesday 10/12
6 GT Math
Classwork - Warm-up ACE 11. Worked on/finished problem 4.2. Students attended an assembly about bus safety.
Homework - Inv. 4 ACE 17a.
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Students read chapter 6, section 2 and completed section 2 key terms. Students were given back their chapter 5 tests and had to correct any problems that they got wrong.
Homework - Finish correcting chapter 5 test.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Students completed Math Reflections 4 and worked on Skills worksheet 53 and 54.
Homework - Skills worksheet page 53 and 54. Study for quiz tomorrow.
Monday 10/11
6 GT Math
Classwork - Worked on problem 4.2: Making and Using Calculator Graphs. Students practiced using the trace feature on their graphing calculators to find values.
Homework - No homework.
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Read Chapter 6, Section 1. Completed key terms for ch. 1, sec. 1.
Homework - Visit website from text book page 165. Answer questions for section 1 assessment on page 168.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Finished problem 4.4. Students tested their algorithms for dividing fractions. Completed ACE problems 26 - 29. Students worked on worksheet page 58: Dividing Mixed Numbers.
Homework - Finish ws page 58.
Friday 10/8
6 GT Math
Classwork - Finished problem 4.1: Making and Using Calculator Tables.
Homework - No homework.
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Took Chapter 5 test.
Homework - No homework.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Worked on problem 4.4: Writing a Division Algorithm. Students looked for patterns and practiced writing algorithms.
Homework - No homework.
Thursday 10/7
6 GT Math
Classwork - Warm-up: ACE 1 on page 72. We continued working with graphing calculators to make equation tables. Students worked on finding patterns in the calculator tables and solving problems.
Homework - Inv. 4 ACE 7-10 (p. 74).
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Took a partner quiz on Plate Techtonics. Watched two short videos about plate boundaries and movements.
Homwork - Study for test tomorrow.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Completed problem 4.3: Dividing a fraction by a fraction. Students have been working on divding fractions by using the method of multiplying the first fraction (the dividend) by the reciprocal of the second fraction (the divisor).
Homwork - Inv. 4 ACE 13, 14 (p. 57 and58).
Wednesday 10/6
6 GTMath
Classwork - Starting using graphing calculators to make tables and graphs for equations.
Homework - No homework
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Reviewed Chapter 5 for test.
Homework - Finish Earth's Plates half sheet.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Completed problem 4.2: Dividing a fraction by a whole number. Students have been working on divding fractions by using the method of multiplying the first fraction (the dividend) by the reciprocal of the second fraction (the divisor).
Homework - Inv. 4 ACE 6 (pick 2), 7, 8.
Tuesday 10/5
6 GT Math
Classwork - Math Reflections 3 and Inv. 3 quiz.
Homework - Inv. 3 ACE 20, 38, 39.
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Students are continuing to work on the theory of Plate Techtonics
Homework - Finish crossword/Earth's interior ws.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Finished problem 4.1: Dividing a whole number by a fraction.
Homework - Inv. 4 ACE 24, 25.
Monday 10/4
6 GT Math
Classwork - Problem 3.3: paying bills and counting profits. Students worked on solving problems that involved using more than one operation in an equation, as well as forming the equations.
Homework- Inv. 3 ACE 9-12.
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Finished our Snacktectonics conclusions. We discussed the three typs of plate boundaries and what occurs at each of these boundaries.
Homework - No homework.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Problem 4.1: Dividing a whole number by a fraction.
Homework - Inv. 4 ACE 1 (pick 3) and 2.
A note to parents:
We wanted to give parents an update about the teacher situation and Infinite Campus. As of this week, Jamie Hill has been hired on as the 0.6 sixth grade math and science teacher. The district is working on getting all of the proper paperwork processed and into the system. Unfortunately, this takes some time and until that is completed, Infinite Campus will not be updated for the 6 GT Math, 6 AAP Science, or 6 AAP Math classes. Hopefully by Monday or Tuesday everything will be up and running and all of the grades will be inputted into Infinite Campus.
Today, an assignment sheet was send home with each student highlighting the assignments that are missing. Please ensure that you see this and it is signed by both your student and yourself and returned on Monday.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Hill at 720-972-8996.
Friday 10/1 Have an EXCELLENT weekend!!!
6 GT Math
Classwork - Students continued working on solving and writing equations that involve two operations. Completed problem 3.2 and started on problem 3.3.
Homework - No homework.
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Students participated in a yummy activity call Snacktectonics. We made a model of convergent, divergent, and transfor plate boundaries using frosting, fruit roll-ups, and graham crackers. The students really enjoyed this activity!!
Homework - No homework.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Completed and discussed Math Reflections 3. Students started working on the Distribution Dilemma problem about figuring out how many free movie tickets did a boy start with if a certain fraction were given out each day over a week.
Homework- No homework.
Thursday 9/30
6 GT Math
Classwork - Worked on solving equations that involve two operations.
Homework - Finish problem 3.5 A-B if not finished in class. Inv. 3 ACE 5-7 (p.56).
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Learned about the theory of Plate Techtonics and completed a worksheet. Learned about and discussed plate boundaries: convergent, divergent, and transform.
Homework - Finish worksheet and ensure understanding of the three different plate boundaries. Come tomorrow ready for a yummy experiment about plate techtonics.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Practiced writing and using a multiplication algorithm that involves fractions, whole numbers, and mixed numbers.
Homework - Finish problem 3.5 B-C if not finished in class. Inv. 3 ACE 21-29 PICK THREE (p. 43).
Wednesday 9/29
6 GT Math
Classwork - Finished problem 3.1. Continued to work on using equations to find unknown values of different variables.
Homework - Inv. 3 ACE 43 (p. 61).
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Discussed more evidence of Pangaea. We also learned about sea-floor spreading and all of its components.
Homework - Finish chapter 5 key terms worksheet. Look at website on sea-floor spreading:
http://phschool.com/webcodes10/index.cfm?wcprefix=cfd&wcsuffix=1014&area=view&x=8&y=16
Read information about sea-floor spreading, mid-ocean ridge, deep ocean trench, and volcanic islands, and complete the internet activity.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Continued to practice multiplication with mixed numbers and investigated using different strategies.
Homework - Finish problem 3.4 C-D.
Tuesday 9/28
6 GT Math
Classwork - Finished Investigation 2 check-up quiz. Worked on problem 3.1. We practiced looking at patterns in tables to help write equations for relationships. After writing an equation, we used the equation to compute values of an unknown variable when the other variable is known.
Homework - Inv. 3 ACE 2 (p. 56).
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Discussed the layers of the earth and their properties. Shared personal narrative stories from homework. Read and discussed text book pages 129-131. Finished Pangaea activity and started Investigating a Supercontinent worksheet.
Homework - No homework
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Review and more practice multiplying fractions with other fractions, whole numbers, and mixed numbers. Continued working on estimating the product and explaining if the exact answer will be greater than or less than the estimate.
Homework - Finish problem 3.4 A. 1-6.
Monday 9/27
6 GT Math
Classwork - Completed and discussed Math Reflections 2. Started Investigation 2 check-up quiz.
Homework - Review Investigation 2 to complete quiz tomorrow.
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Handed back Ch. 1 quizzes and tests. Discussed section 3 of chapter 5 and filled in chapter 5 key terms worksheet #16-18. Discussed continental drift and Pangaea. Continental drift activity.
Homework - Page 129: Data table; Page 131: Narrative story.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Practiced multiplying fractions with other fractions, whole numbers, and mixed numbers. Continued working on estimating the product and explaining if the exact answer will be greater than or less than the estimate. Also, we continued working on creating a model or diagram to find the exact answer.
Homework - Inv. 3 ACE 48 (p. 46).
No School Friday 9/24 Have a GREAT weekend!!!
Thursday 9/23
6 GT Math
Classwork - Finish problem 2.3. More discussion on deciding which variable is independent/dependant in different scenarios. Explained why certain graphs would fit each scenario.
Homework - No homework.
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Took Chapter 1 key terms test. Went over the answers.
Homework - No homework.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Took individual pictures for picture day. Finished problem 3.2. Completed ACE problems 8 and 10. More practice and discussion on multiplying fractions.
Homework - No homework.
Wednesday 9/22
6 GT Math
Classwork - Reviewed homework and 2.1. Started 2.3.
Homework - Finish Inv. 2.3 A-D.
6 AAP Science -
Classwork - Completed chapter 1 key terms quiz.
Homework - Study for chapter 1 key terms test tomorrow. Review study guide and pages 28-30.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Reviewed homework and 3.1. Started 3.2.
Homework - Finish Inv. 3.2 A-D.
Tuesday 9/21
6 GT Math
Classwork - Lesson 2.2: Finding Customers. We discussed making and analyzing a graph.
Homework - ACE 5, 17, 22, 23 (p. 38-47).
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Finished and shared conclusions for the Solving the Crime activity. Started Chapter 5: Plate Tectonics key terms worksheet.
Homework - Finish key terms through number 15. Convection Current.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Shared Inv. 2 Reflections. Discussed multiplying fractions by using picture models to represent the product of two fractions. Learned that to find a "part ofa part" means to multiply (e.g. 1/2 of 2/3 means 1/2 x 2/3).
Homework - ACE 1-3, 36 (p. 40 and 45).
Monday 9/20
6 GT Math
Classwork - Review/go over Investigation 1 quiz. Review/go over lesson 2.1 and ACE. Discussed patterns in tables and graphs and how to predict values not included in the table or graph by looking at those patterns. We also discussed difference between discrete variables and continuous variables.
Homework - Inv. 2 ACE 15, 16, 20, 21 (p. 42, 44-45).
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Students practiced their criminology skills by solving a crime while working through the Scientific Method.
Homework - Write a conclusion paragraph about the Solving the Crime activity.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Review/go over lesson 2.4. More discussion about writing an algorithm for adding and subtracting fractions. We also tested students algorithms to see if they were clear and precise. Discussed possible answers to Mathematical Reflections 2.
Homework - Inv. 2 ACE 19-25, 46, 47 (p. 26 and 28). Finish Mathematical Reflections 2 (p. 31) if not finished in class.
Friday 9/17 Have a GREAT weekend!!!
6 GT Math
Classwork - Constitution Assembly
Homework - Finish lesson 2.1.
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Day 2 of fingerprinting. Students learned about different classifications of fingerprints (loop, whorl, and arch).
Homework - Practice classifying fingerprints at home.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Continued lesson 2.4. Discussed how to write an effective algorithm and tested students algorithms for adding and subtracting fractions. Talked about the importance of being very clear and precise when writing an algorithm.
Homework - Finish lesson 2.4 B and C if you didn't finish in class.
Thursday 9/16
6 GT Math
Classwork - Finished Investigation 1 quiz. Started Investigation 2. We discussed how using tables, graphs, and words to represent relationships is an important part of algebra.
Homework - Inv. 2 ACE 1-4 (p.35-37).
6 AAP Science
Classwork - We started a unit on fingerprinting today. We discussed how fingerprints are unique to each person and the many reasons why fingerprints are taken. Students practiced taking their own fingerprints with pencil lead and tape.
Homework - Finish taking fingerprints. Practice taking someone else's fingerprints at home.
6 GT Math
Classwork - Finished Investigation 2 quiz and reviewed the answers. We talked about reading and following the directions completely and answering in complete sentences. We started lesson 2.4 and discussed how to design an algorithm.
Homework - Finish problem A (1-4) of lesson 2.4 (p. 23).
Wednesday 9/15
6 GT Math
Classwork - Reviewed Investigation 1 and took Investigation 1 quiz
Homework - ACE 29-30 on page 28
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Discuss the six different categories of technology (communications, transportation, manufacturing, biological and chemical, energy and power, and construction) and classified items students listed on their tech hunt worksheet. Reviewed how to make a line graph and the important components needed in graphing. Started Sam's Weight graph.
Homework - Finish line graph
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Reviewed Investigation 2 and started Investigation 2 quiz
Homework - Review problem 2.1
Tuesday 9/14
6 GT Math
Classwork - Reviewed and discussed Mathematical Reflections 1. We talked in depth about the steps taken in making a graph to show the relationship between two related variables; deciding which variable should be on each axis; advantages/disadvantages of representing a relationship between variables in a table, graph, and written report.
Homework - ACE problems 10 and 11 on page 21.
Study for Investigation 1 quiz tomorrow.
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Class discussion on 'What is technology?' and read and discussed pages 20-22 in the text book. Started Technology worksheet in class. Examined the difference between an engineer and a scientist.
*Parents, ask your student if a pencil is technology; Students, ask your parents if a pencil is technology.*
Homework - Finish Technology worksheet (definitions and tech hunt).
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Reviewed Fact Families and introduced fraction fact families. Completed problem 2.3.
Homework - ACE 14-18 on page 25-26.
Study for Investigation 2 quiz tomorrow.
Monday 9/13
*Ms. Hill will be filling in as our guest teacher for the next two weeks until a full time teacher is hired. Please feel free to call her at 720-972-8996 if you have any questions or concerns.*
6 GT Math
Classwork - Finished problem 1.5 and had a class discussion about how to make tables and graphs from notes instead of specific data points. We discussed how to make an "educated guess" about the points on the graph when we did not have specific information about each interval. Students finished creating a table and a graph from the notes.
Homework - Read over Mathematical Reflections 1 on page 29 and come prepared to discus as a class possible answers on Tuesday
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Finished 3 column notes for chapter 1 (p. 6-12) and discussed vocabulary words from the text as a class. We brainstormed more ideas for scientific experiments. We started working on Section 1 Assessment questions on page 12 and graphing worksheet.
Homework - Finish answering Section 1 Assessment questions on page 12 and graphing worksheet.
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Finished problem 2.2 with discussion about adding and subtracting fractions
Homework - ACE problems 4, 6, 7-12 on page 25. Complete problem 2.2 if not finished.
Friday 9/10 (Ms. Hockey was our guest teacher today)
6 GT Math
Classwork - Class discussion about how to make tables and graphs from notes instead of specific data points. We discussed how to make an "educated guess" about the points on the graph when we did not have specific information about each interval. Students are in the process of creating a table and a graph from the notes.
Homework - No Homework
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Took laboratory safety quiz; worked on 3 column notes for chapter 1 (p. 6-12) and discussed vocabulary words from the text as a class; long classroom discussion about what is a manipulated variable and what is a responding variable, we brainstormed ideas for scientific experiments and then discussed what the manipulated and responding variables of the experiments would be.
Homework - No Homework
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Review problems from Math Skill: Comparing Fractions worksheet (p.25, p.26); start section 2.2 with discussion about adding and subtracting fractions
Homework - No Homework
Thursday 9/9 (Ms. Hockey was our guest teacher today)
6 GT Math
Classwork - Discuss all the features of coordinate graphs; discuss ACE 24; started to review the problems from section 1.4, we will finish this tomorrow.
Homework - No Homework
6 AAP Science
Classwork - Review laboratory safety rules for quiz tomorrow; started 3 column notes for chapter 1 (p. 6-12) and discussed vocabulary words from the text as a class, we will continue this tomorrow
Homework - No Homework; study for lab safety quiz tomorrow
6 AAP Math
Classwork - Review problems from section 2.1
Homework - Finish Math Skill: Comparing Fractions worksheet (p.21, p. 25, p.26); ACE 39-40 (these two problems were supposed to be done at the beginning of class today, but several students didn't have them finished)
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