Welcome

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2024-2025

August 29, 2024

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Mrs. Hernandez

Math

About the class

CPM Math

CPM incorporates problem solving strategies, questions, investigate, analyze critically, gather and construct evidence, and communicate rigorous arguments to justify their thinking. Students are taught how to gather and organize information about problems, break problems into smaller parts, and look for patterns that lead to solutions. Students will learn to collaborate with others, share information, expertise and ideas. While solving complex mathematical problems, students will be communicating their thinking and understanding, both formally and informally, by writing or speaking out loud.

CPM uses Problem Based Learning in order to develop an understanding together with a procedure for solving problems rather than practicing a procedure after being told. True quality learning takes place while students are working on problems.

About Me

• I have had the honor of being a 6th grade teacher at Rivera Middle School for 29 years. I have taught multiple subjects; now primarily Math and Intro. to Art.
• I grew up in Temple City, CA and went to Temple City High School.
• I earned a degree of Bachelor of Arts and Teaching Credential from CSULA.
• I earned a Master of Arts in Education from Concordia University, Irvine.
• I am 2nd generation Japanese American. ( I do not like sushi...lol)

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Attendance

Attendance is taken daily.

Tardies - Students must be in their seats and ready to learn BEFORE the tardy bell rings. Excessive tardies will affect students’ citizenship marks.

Parents will be notified through Aeries of any absences or tardies recorded for the day.

Absence: If a student will be absent, a parent/guardian must contact the RMS office at (562) 801-7580.

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Expectations During Class

• BE RESPONSIBLE
• Have all supplies and materials with you.
• Pay attention/Stay focused.
• Actively PARTICIPATE.
• Raise your hand when you have a question and wait to be called on.
• Be still...unless you have a purpose. Moving around too much is a distraction for others.
• Be RESPECTFUL to others and yourself.
• Exemplify the qualities of good character.

What a Day in Class Looks Like...

• Attendance
• Review homework.
• Present lesson - take notes, ask questions.
• Homework is assigned. If time permits, students may begin working on homework during class time.
• Smiles =)

Math Notes and Assignments

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• All work is to be done and kept in a spiral notebook.
• All math work must be completed using pencil only.
• Students must show all work and thinking.
• All work must be done neatly and appropriately labeled: Assignment Title, First and Last name, Date & Period.
• Complete all assignments on time.

Homework Policy

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• Homework is posted after each day of class (Homework Website; Google Classroom).
• The grade for late or incomplete work will not exceed 75% (C).
• Parents will be notified through the Aeries Parent Portal of missing work.
• NOTE: Work turned in on time will take priority over work that is turned in late. Work turned in on time will be graded and updated in the Grade Portal. Work that is turned in late will be graded as time allows, for partial credit.

Homework may take longer at the beginning of the school year until the students learn how to organize, study more efficiently, and use their time wisely.

Please help and encourage your child to manage and develop effective work habits throughout the year.

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*CPM Core Connections Course 1 resources & help: CPM Textbook/Resources

Grading of CPM Work

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• Students’ work will be checked (during class) and scored on an Assignment Sheet.

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• At the end of each Unit/Chapter the Assignment Sheets will be collected for a final Homework Score. It is very important for the students to take great care of their Assignment Sheets for it will have all the scores for each homework assignment (sheet protectors are recommended).

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Absent Work

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• It is the STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY to look in their Google Classroom or the RMS Homework Website to find out what assignments they have missed.

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• It is the STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY to look in the ABSENT FOLDER for any work.

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• Absent work must be turned in within a week of the absence.

Grades

Grades are available on Aeries Parent Portal, or you may email me for an updated grade and citizenship.

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Individual Test 35%

Quiz/Activity 30%

Classwork 20%

Homework 15%

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Office Hours

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• I will be available to answers questions, review assignments, and to provide needed support to students.

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Contact Information/Live Conference

Email: ggomez@erusd.org

School Phone Number: 562-801-7580

Phone Conference: Please call, email or send a note with child to make an appointment (requires 48 hours notice prior to your requested date and time). Please be sure to also include your name and phone number.

In-Person Conference: Please email/notify me at least 48 hours prior to your requested date and time.

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Just a Note….

6th grade is a transitional year for our kids. Students may have a hard time adjusting, but do not worry. Once the kids learn the expectations and routines of their teachers and the new protocols of learning (and follow them), they will be fine. I have been teaching for many years and have seen changes happening each year…..and I know the kids will adjust to this new way of learning. Believe me, the kids will adapt and be successful.

Please be assured that your child is like my child now and that I only want the best for them and will do what needs to be done to assure an easier transition into 7th grade.

Helpful Words to Remember This Year...

Patience

Understanding

Flexible

Adapt

Breathe

Thank You

for coming

Back To School 2024-2025

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