At KECSS we have designed an engaging mathematics course where students will begin to see and understand math as an integral and fascinating part of life. Our goal is to create a math environment where students are empowered to explore the many possibilities of problem solving. The core of the 6th grade mathematics curriculum is mastery of numeration concepts, such as: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division with whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Students will connect and extend graphing and statistical concepts while they apply their knowledge to real life situations. They will also begin exploration of algebra and geometric theories as they utilize manipulatives to construct, comprehend and analyze mathematical theory. Our students will also learn to verbalize, justify and present their arithmetic cognition, through journal writing and Socratic Seminars.
