Math Works! After School

Math Works! will start back after school on November 1st. We will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays most weeks, but the schedule may be slightly altered due to holidays, etc. Please email me if you are interested in your child attending Math Works! after school. For further information, please see below.

 

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Math Works!

There will be a math session available for all grade levels over Fall Break. Please see the image below for more information.

 

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Nine Weeks Tests

Both 6th and 7th grade students will take their end of the nine weeks math test on Friday, September 23. Students have received a 25 questions review for the test. On Thursday, students will receive a detailed study guide in addition to the review. Parents, please ensure that your child studies for the test on Friday.

by on September 22, 2011  •  Permalink
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Posted by Ms. Meyer on September 22, 2011

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Congratulations to my MASH class!

Thank you parents and students for turning in gently used uniforms for the clothing drive. My MASH class brought in the most clothing items for the 7th grade. As a reward, we won a Sonic drink party!

Again, congratulations and thank you.

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Posted by Ms. Meyer on September 3, 2011

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What is going on in Math?

6th Grade

Current Standards

SPI 0606.1.2 Judge the reasonableness of the results of rational number estimates and/or computations.
SPI 0606.2.1 Solve problems involving the multiplication and division of fractions.
SPI 0606.2.2 Solve problems involving the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of mixed numbers.
SPI 0606.2.3 Solve problems involving the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of decimals.
✔0606.1.5 Illustrate properties of operations by showing that two expressions are equivalent in a given context (e.g., using an area model for distributive property, and grouping/set models for commutative and associative properties).
✔0606.2.2 Use area models to represent multiplication of fractions.
✔0606.2.1 Efficiently compare and order fractions, decimals and percents; determine their approximate locations on a number line.
✔0606.2.3 Create and solve contextual problems that lead naturally to division of fractions.

I can . . .

  • multiply and divide fractions.
  • solve word problems by adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals.

 

7th Grade

Current Standards

SPI 0706.2.1 Simplify numerical expressions involving rational numbers.
SPI 0706.2.2 Compare rational numbers using appropriate inequality symbols.

✔0706.1.1 Recognize common abbreviations (such as gcd/gcf and lcm).
✔0706.2.1 Understand that the set of rational numbers includes any number that can be written as a ratio of two integers in which the denominator is not zero.
✔0706.2.2 Develop and analyze algorithms and compute efficiently with integers and rational numbers.
✔0706.2.3 Recognize that rational numbers satisfy the commutative and associative laws of addition and multiplication and the distributive law.
✔0706.3.1 Perform basic operations on linear expressions.
✔0706.3.2 Represent and analyze mathematical situations using algebraic symbols.

I can . . .

  • find the greatest common factor and least common multiple.
  • identify a rational number.
  • compute with integers and rational numbers.
  • simply numerical expressions.
  • compare rational numbers as less than, greater than, or equal to.
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Welcome to Ms. Meyer’s homepage!

About Ms. Meyer

I proudly serve as a 6th and 7th grade Math teacher at Walter J. Baird Middle School. Our focus on academic progress and a positive atmosphere makes WJB a fantastic place to teach and learn.

I am a graduate of Cumberland University. I hold a Master of Arts in Education and have completed my coursework for my Ed.D. in Teacher Leadership.

This school year marks my sixth year of teaching at WJB. Prior to that, I taught in Metro Nashville Public Schools.

I love teaching Math. I enjoy coaching soccer, leading the Tremont trip, and working on the school yearbook.

I have a dog named Jaxs that I love to pieces. I also enjoy reading, writing, and traveling abroad.

Belief Statement

As a teacher, it is my responsibility to ensure that my students are provided with support and experiences within a safe and structured environment that lead to success and growth. I desire to effect change and believe that every student can succeed.

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