IB MYP 6th grade

2016-2017
The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and
caring young people who help to create a better more peaceful world through
intercultural understanding and respect.
This International Baccalaureate Middle Years (IB MYP) course covers the AACPS curriculum and
is taught and assessed using IB methodology. The IBs student-centered philosophy, with its
focus on inquiry, action and reflection, empowers students for a lifetime of learning, both
independently and in collaboration with others. An IB education centers on learners, develops
effective approaches to teaching and learning, and explores significant academic content within
the context of global ideas.

Blue Crabs

Terrapins

Rockfish

Math Ms. Wiesblatt

MWeisblatt@aacps.org

Math: Ms. Garman

JGarman@aacps.org

Math Ms. Miller

AMiller2@aacps.org

Science Ms. Saunders

CMSaunders@aacps.org

Science: Ms. Henry

NHenry@aacps.org

Science Ms. Swepston

LSwepston@aacps.org

I&S Ms. McMahon*

RMcmahon@aacps.org

I&S: Ms. Ruff*

JRuff@aacps.org

I&S Mr. Randes

WRandes@aacps.org

Lang. & Lit.- Ms. McDermott

SBMcdermott@aacps.org

Lang. & Lit: Ms. Schlegel

sschlegel@aacps.org

Lang. & Lit.- Ms. Hirschfeld*

HHirschfeld@aacps.org

Lang. & Lit/Math: Ms. Robinson

MPRobinson@aacps.org
Special Educator: Ms. McHarg
MMcharg@aacps.org
Special Educator: Ms. Michalski
SMichalski@aacps.org

6th Grade Teams

*Designates team leaders
Grading policy:
The following codes may be given on student grade sheets.
NHI (not handed in, no effort made)= 0%
GFE (good faith effort- students attempted and worked hard but did not reach a
satisfactory score) =50%
Work will be graded based on the following categories (Please see individual course sheets for
more information):
Per Marking Period
Grade Category
Weight
Criterion A:
21.25%
Criterion B:
21.25%
Criterion C:
21.25%
Criterion D:
21.25%
Homework
10%
Quarterly Assessments
5%

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Assignment Descriptions:
1 Summative Unit Assessments and Projects there will be at least one unit
assessment or project per unit.
2 Classroom Assignments and Quizzes there will be at least one graded classwork
assignment every two weeks. When an assignment is completed as part of collaborative
work, each student will receive his/her own grade based upon his/her individual work.
3 Quarterly Assessment there will be one quarterly assessment per quarter. Quarterly
assessments measure student mastery of the major standards for the quarter and
course. These assessments may not be redone.
4 Homework there will be at least one graded homework assignment per week.
Homework serves as opportunities to promote the attainment of positive work habits and
study skills, practice material and skills previously taught so learners can continue to
practice mastery of content, prepare for upcoming lessons by reviewing prerequisite
content/skills, study for upcoming assessments, and/or extend student understanding of
concepts.
What the Teacher Will Do to Support the Student:
Grade Sheet Monday: Beginning in September, grade sheets will be given to students
each Monday during Caring Community. Students have the opportunity to stay after
school for extra help, re-dos and makeups on Tuesdays.
Create engaging and rigorous learning activities that help students build his/her understanding
of algebra and mathematical practices.
Chunk assignments into manageable amounts and include time in class to debrief and review
work.
Provide additional support for assignments and assessments, including reteaching so
that students meet course standards.
For 1st semester this will be on Tuesdays from 3:05 4:00.
Notify parents via email or phone at any point during the marking period if a student is in
danger of failing or dropping 2 or more letter grades.
What the Student Will Do to be Successful:
Come to class with required supplies and ready to be an active participant in the learning
process.
Complete all assignments as required.
Review and synthesize classroom notes, activities, and assignments frequently to help prepare
for upcoming assessments and to internalize learning.
Take advantage of opportunities for additional help. Students should attend these sessions with
specific questions so that the teacher can most effectively help the student.
What

Parents Can Do to Support the Student:

Ensure that the student has supplies and that they complete homework and study for tests.
Encourage the student to seek additional help when it is needed.
Check Parent Connect regularly to monitor student grades, along with weekly grade
sheets given out on Mondays
Contact teacher with any questions about assignments, grade, or other issues in a timely
manner.

Opportunity for Mastery (Redo):

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Per AACPS regulation, students may redo five assessments and/or assignments each quarter.
Students are encouraged, but not required, to participate in teacher-led reteaching. All redo
items must be completed within ten days of receiving the original grade and may only be
redone one time. The higher of the two grades will be used for calculating the students quarter
grade. The teacher may choose to have the student redo all of an assessment or assignment or
may have student only redo specific items or parts of the work. Students may not
redo homework, the quarterly assessment, or a large project. However, students may redo
parts of a large project, if graded separately by the teacher, with each part counting as a
separate redo. Assessments or assignments due in the last week of the quarter are not eligible.
Homework policy:
10-15 minutes of homework will be provided as needed. If your child needs help with
completing assignment or needs more work to complete, please utilize pages 19-20 in their
agenda book and use the following resources:
Additional Resources:

BrainPop
o Website: http://www.brainpop.com/
o Username: annm403
o Password: dragon
Edmodo
o Username: Student ID (XXXXXX)
o Password: dragons
EasyBib
o Username: StudentID@ams.com
(XXXXXX@ams.com)
o Password: dragons

NearPod:
o Nearpod.com

Discovery Education-Streaming
o Username: StudentID + de
(XXXXXXde)
o Password: computer password

Microsoft Office 365/One Drive

o Username: (StudentID)@aacps.org
o Password:
computer
password

Late Work and Incomplete Assignments:

Students are expected to submit assignments on the date that they are due. Students are expected
to complete assignments, in full, to the best of his/her ability and students should take advantage of
tutoring and reteaching opportunities so that the student can submit his/her best work. Late
assignments are penalized % for each day it is late up until five school days (not A/B days). After
five school days, the assignment becomes a zero and may not be submitted for a grade.
Teachers shall assign a minimum grade of 50% to assignments or assessments for which
the student made a good faith effort, as determined by the teacher, to meet the basic
requirements. Signified by a comment/Score of GFE
If a student does no work on an assignment or assessment, the teacher shall assign a
grade of zero.
When a student is absent, it is the students responsibility to get the make-up work. The
student will be allotted the same number of days equal to the number of days absent to make-up
work.
Recording of Grades and Communication with Parents:
Per AACPS regulation, all grades, with the exception of lengthy assignments such as projects and
extended writing assignments, will be entered into Parent Connect within one week of assignment
submission. Parents can check Parent Connect regularly to monitor student grades.

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Academic Dishonesty:
A student who exhibits academic dishonesty as determined by the teacher and administrator shall
receive a zero on the particular assignment in question. Violations of the Academic Integrity Policy
and Regulation may result in disciplinary action. Consequences for violations may vary according to
the severity of the violation and shall follow the progressive interventions and discipline as outlined in
the Student Code of Conduct.
** If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact your students teacher(s)

Please complete and return the following form to acknowledge that you
have received the course syllabi and agree to the each of the class
expectations for 6th Grade.
Student Name: __________________________________________
Team (Circle all that apply) :

Terrapins

Blue Crabs

Rockfish
Parent/Guardians Name:
______________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardians Email(s) Please write legibly:
___________________________________________
Parent/Guardians Phone Numbers:
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Cell: (

Work: (

Other:

Does your child have access to the internet? (Circle any that apply)
At Home

At Library

Via Phone

Other: ________

Please provide any particular information that will help the team better
support your students success this semester:
_________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
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I ________________________ (guardian) and my student ______________________

(student name) have reviewed this syllabus and understand the policies
and expectations for both Annapolis Middle School and Anne Arundel
County Public Schools for all core classes including - Math, Social Studies,
Science, and Language & Literature.

Guardian Name (please print): __________________________________________

Guardian Signature: ___________________________________________________ Date:
_________
Student Name (please print): __________________________________________
Student Signature: ___________________________________________________ Date:
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Please return to Social Studies Teachers: Mrs. McMahon, Mrs. Ruff or Mr. Randes