Academics Woodcreek Middle School WMS Academic Lead Teachers RELA Brenda Rider Math Wrendy Oseguera Science Jaime Fernandez Social Studies Karen Kennedy Special Education ID: 767856
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Academics Woodcreek Middle School WMS Academic Lead Teachers: RELA – Brenda Rider Math – Wrendy Oseguera Science – Jaime Fernandez Social Studies – Karen Kennedy Special Education – Sara Middleton
Grading – all Core subjects How does grading in middle school differ from elementary?All work vs. Weighted Categories Summative (60%) – Only 3 – 4 grades Tests/Assessments ProjectsPapersFormative (40%) – Numerous gradesClassworkHomeworkQuizzesLabs Oh my!!! This means at the end of a 9 week grading period each summative grade will effect 15 – 20 points of the average.
Comparison Example 1 Elementary Average: Middle School Average: Assignment Harry Plot/Index Card Knowsys 1 Quiz Plot Quiz Knowsys 2 MatchingOne PagerKnowsys 2 QuizPoint of ViewKnowsys 3 QuizSitcom Plot Booklet TypeFormativeFormativeFormativeFormativeSummativeFormativeFormativeFormativeSummative Grade959095100821001009080 92 87 Grade959082100951008090100 92 95
Comparison Example 2 Elementary Average: Middle School Average: Assignment Number System Benchmark Fractions and Decimals Percents Equivalent Fractions Quiz Test 1: Representing Equivalent ValuesConverting a Fraction DecimalConverting a Decimal Percent Comparing on a Number LineTest 2: Comparing Rational NumbersTypeFormativeFormativeFormativeFormativeSummative FormativeFormativeFormativeSummativeGrade100808510070 80859065 84 76 84 89Grade100808570 100 80 85 65 90
Pre-AP and On Level Classes What is the difference and why does it matter?
Science and Social Studies Be a strong readerBe an independent problem solverHave time management skillsHave organizational skills Demonstrate strong work ethics An ideal candidate for 6 th Science or World Cultures Pre-AP will:
RELA – Reading, English Language Arts Be an independent reader/problem solver Have a fluency rate of 140 wpm – 200 wpmRead and analyze higher level reading materialsHave strong study skills and self-motivationBe proficient oral communication skillsBe self-discipline to plan, organize, and carry out assigned tasksHave met commended performance on STAAR or close to that Maintain above average grade in Reading in 5 th gradeBe able to read/work at a faster pacedBe independent and directed note-takingEnjoy reading and writingAn ideal candidate for 6th RELA Pre-AP will:
Math – Accelerated Mathematics Whole Numbers-Multiplying 3 digit by 3 digit numbers Long Division with a minimum of 2 digit divisor Understanding of Place value Fractions-Equivalent forms such as simplified, improper, mixed numbersAdding, subtracting with unlike denominatorsDecimals- Adding , subtracting, applications with money Multiplication and division (decimals as dividends only)through hundredths place Place Value through thousandthsProblem SolvingDedication to work through tough challengesThink about problems in a different wayStrong Work EthicAdvocate for own learning“Can do” attitudeAn ideal candidate for 6th Math Pre-AP will have strong skills in these areas: