Mathematics Parent Information
SkillsTutor MSA Practice - Rreview the basic mathematics skills to prepare for the March 2011 MSA. You can access SkillsTutor by clicking on the SkillsTutor box on the SSI webpage or by logging in at http://www.myskillstutor.com/login.jsp.
Use your school computer log in and ID with the site code: silver01.
MCPS Middle School Math Support Teacher List (pdf) - Looking for a extra help in mathematics? Here is a list of MCPS middle school teachers that provide extra math support.
Math Course Expectations 2010-2011
Criteria for Passing and Earning Credit for High School Courses
Algebra 1, Honors Geometry, and Honors Algebra 2 are high school credit courses. For each course completed, your child may earn one of the four math credits necessary for high school graduation. According to Montgomery County Public Schools’ Policy 1SB-RA, page 7 (pdf), high school credit may be earned for Algebra1, Honors Geometry and Honors Algebra 2 taken in middle school if:
- For the course, the student has a passing final grade for semester 1 (the weighted average of MP1, MP2, Exam 1A)
- For the course, the student has a passing final grade for semester 2 (the weighted average of MP3, MP4, Exam 1B)
- For the course, the student has a passing final exam grade.
MCPS Just for Parents Publications
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- Prep Talk (pdf) - An MCPS newsletter dedicated to the preparation for college
- Mathematics Pathways to Success (pdf) - A chart for the course progression of MCPS Mathematics
- Seven Keys to College Readiness - Explore the pathway for students to follow that will increase their chances of being ready for and successful in college.
- MCPS Mathematics - Questions about the Montgometry County Public Schools math curriculum. Explore this site to for information about mathematic course units.
- Getting Set (pdf) - A guide for middle school students
Maryland School Assessment Information (MSA)
Student MSA Practice with SkillsTutor - students can login to SkillsTutor to practice for the MSA. Practice materials for all students are located under Mrs. Sigley; students will use their school computer log-in with the following Site ID: silver01.
- Parent Information - Learn more about the MSA from the Maryland State Department of Education
- Parent Guide (pdf) - More state assessment information from the Maryland State Department of Education
- MOD MSA Practice Tests - Parents and students can access this site to see public-released versions of the MOD MSA math tests to use for practice.
High School Assessment Information (HSA)
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Publications
How Can I Help My Child Be Successful In Math Class
Guide to Homework
Middle Years Programme Mathematics
Mathematics Framework (pdf)
Mathematics Assessment Criterion (pdf)
MYP Areas of Interaction(pdf)
IB Learner Profile(pdf)
SSI Math Learner Profile(pdf)
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