Here's a great explanation about why teachers are teaching math differently than "the way we learned it" as parents. As someone who struggled with math as a kid, I wish I had learned math the way I teach it now. Our state testing might be one-size-fits-all, but the way math is taught allows for creative and flexible thinking and gives students agency over their problem solving. I love seeing all the different ways kids come up with to solve the same problem.
http://www.mathplusacademy.com/heres-why-math-is-taught-differently-now/ Previously, I told students they could turn in homework on Mondays. I will still accept homework on Mondays, but would prefer that students turn it in on Fridays. We've talked about this as a class. Most students were turning it in on Friday anyway. If it is easier for your family to do homework over the weekend and turn it in Mondays, that is still fine. I'm happy to accept student work anytime!!
We had a great first week of school! Thanks to students for their focus and hard work, and thanks to parents for sending kids to school ready to learn. It's going to be a great year!
The Round Rock ISD transportation department is asking parents of school bus riding students to regularly check their route information throughout the first few weeks of school using the district’s online bus route application.
Parents can visit RoundRockISD.org/BusRoutes and use the Transfinder system to determine their student’s pick-up and drop-off times. The system requires parents to enter their home address and select their child’s school. Bus numbers will now reflect route numbers. In the event that a substitute bus is being used, the permanent bus and route number will be displayed on the placard on the side of the bus. WHAT IS REMIND AND WHY IS IT SAFE?
Remind is a free, safe, and simple messaging tool that helps teachers share important updates and reminders with students & parents. Subscribe by text, email or using the Remind app. All personal information is kept private. Teachers will never see your phone number, nor will you see theirs. Visit remind.com to learn more. To receive messages via text, text @msmcke to 81010. You can opt out of messages at anytime by replying, 'unsubscribe @msmcke'. |