Preparation for Conferences

  With conferences right around the corner next week, on Monday November 18th and Tuesday the 19th, we wanted to share a few resources with you to better understand some of the new standards and way of teaching and learning we have been implementing.

       One major change we have begun implementing is the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) in reading and math. Please watch the following short video to better understand the direction of teaching and learning in the Hillsboro School District, as well as much of the country. 

Three-Minute Video Explaining the Common Core State Standards
     

                          

 

Spanish Version

 

        During conferences we will be presenting you with more information about the sixth grade standards your child will be expected to learn this year. Please come with any questions you may have to better understand how this change is taking place this year and how it will affect your child.

 

        We are looking forward to meeting with all of our wonderful parents and students during your conference time. We only have 20 minutes per conference this year, so please show up on time so we can make the most of our conference time. 

 

 

*Please also take a moment to take the poll on the right side of your screen about math homework. Please let us know how your child is feeling about their math homework, and feel free to leave a comment to let us know how we can help.*

       

Math Facts Practice

      As we have begun using our new CPM (College Prep Math) program, we are noticing that some kids still don't have their basic multiplication facts mastered or memorized, which is making many of our current lessons much more difficult than they need to be for students.
     Please take some time this weekend to dust off the old flashcards, or try some of these fun games online to help your child practice. We are asking that they practice at least 10 minutes every night until they can do them automatically.
     Thank you for working together with us to help your child be successful!

 

Mad Minute Multiplication: http://www.softschools.com/math/games/mad_minute_math/multiplication/

 

Multiplication Drills:

http://www.softschools.com/math/multiplication/multiplication_drills_game/

 

Interactive Games:

http://www.fun4thebrain.com/mult.html

 

Flashcards for Computers:

http://www.aplusmath.com/Flashcards/multiplication.html

 

Flashcards for iPod/iPad/iPhone:

http://www.aplusmath.com/Flashcards/index.html

 

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