Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions
of students and parents.
- How is the class graded?
- How is Math Prime different than regular math?
- Does my child deserve to be in Math Prime? How did he/she get in?
- What if my child struggles?
- Will my child be in Algebra next year?
How is the class graded?
75% Tests and Quizzes
25% Performance Assessments
NO EXTRA CREDIT
How is Math Prime different than regular math?
This class moves at a quicker pace than regular math. While we
use the same
text and are based on the same curriculum, we do stray from the
text to
provide supplemental and enrichment instruction.
Does my child deserve to be in Math Prime? How did he/she get in?
Placement in to Math Prime is based on a number of items. A
matrix is
created that contains scores from NJ ASK, InView, the Math Prime
Placement
test and the End of Year Math Test as well as teacher
recommendation. When
a child is placed in the program, they deserve it, and we feel
confident
that they have the ability to succeed.
What if my child struggles?
If your child routinely struggles with homework please let me
know. You can
contact me directly, or have your child talk to me. The best way
to get
help is to ask questions in class. Make use of the class time.
If your
child is too embarassed to ask in front of the class, they can
come up to me
at the beginning or end of class, or send me an email.
I am available by request after school. I do not automatically
stay, or
have a scheduled day every week. If a student asks me to stay,
barring any
conflicts, I am generally available.
Will my child be in Algebra next year?
Every year we re-screen all students. Being in Math Prime in 6th
grade does
not guarantee placement in to 7th grade Algebra. Again,
standardized test
and placement test scores will be used along with class
performance and
teacher recommendation. A small number of students who are not
in Math Prime in 6th grade do get placed in to Honors Algebra in
7th grade.
