6th Grade Math and Science
Mrs. Beyenhof, Room D116
WELCOME to an EXCITING year!
Common Core Math 6
We will focus on all aspects of Sixth Grade Mathematics including Number Sense, Fractions and
Decimals, Algebraic Expressions, Area and Volume, Ratios, Integers, Equations, Data Analysis and
Statistics. We are using the Big Ideas curriculum for 6th grade, focusing on the California Common
Core State Standards.
Science Course Description
6th grade science is all about the Earth! We will learn about the scientific process, Earth’s energy, heat,
plate tectonics and Earth’s structure. This course emphasizes building on prior knowledge through
increasingly challenging situations and preparing students for future science classes in middle and high
school. Our text is CPO Focus on Earth Science.
Grades will be calculated using a weighted average.
Grading for Math:
 Tests
 Quizzes and Projects
 Homework
 Interactive Notebook/Class work
50%
20%
10%
20%
Grading for Science:
 Tests
 Quizzes and Labs
 Homework/Class work
 Interactive Notebook/Projects
50%
20%
10%
20%
SCALE: 90 and above = A 89-80 = B 79-70 = C 69-60 = D 59-below = F
Assignments
All assignments are required and expected to be turned in on time, neat and complete. Assignments are
often begun before the end of class. Any portion of the assignment not completed in class is to be
completed at home. Examples from each section of the assignment will often be done together as a class
before individual work begins. Problems need to be numbered, written out, and all work shown for
complete credit to be given on each assignment. Incomplete assignments do not receive full credit
– every problem must be addressed and at least attempted. Homework credit is given for effort.
Daily homework assignments are worth 5 points. If the assignment is not done, it will receive a
grade of zero; however, the assignment still needs to be completed so that the learning can take
place and so as not to lose more points at the end of the unit when notebooks are checked.
Homework is 10% of the total grade, but the notebook is 20% of the total grade.
Homework
To enrich the learning process, students should expect 30-45 minutes of homework daily (MondayThursday). Homework may be required over the weekend for special projects.
Math homework will either be from the textbook, workbook, or in the form of a worksheet. To receive
credit for the work, students must write the problem (if it is from the textbook), complete it (in pencil),
and show all their work. ***IT IS NOT ACCEPTABLE TO WRITE THE ANSWERS ONLY.***
Incomplete homework will not receive full credit. Corrections must be made in ink.
Science homework will consist of reading the text, gathering information, and completing assignments,
labs, or projects.
*** Except in the case of an absence, late homework will not be accepted. However, all assignments
need to be completed before the notebook check at the end of the unit!
***Remember, the notebook is 20% of the total grade!!!***
I try to keep daily assignments posted on my website so please check my web page often!!!!
Late Work (Projects only):
In the case of projects, late work will be accepted up to three days after the due date. Students will
automatically lose one letter grade for one day late work. If a student turns in a project three days late
their grade automatically starts at a D even if it is A quality work. Please encourage your child to turn
work in on time! Note: REGULAR HOMEWORK will not be accepted late.
Absences/My teacher web page
 For each day that a student has an excused absence, he/she will have one day to make up his/her
work. Any projects that were due on the date of the absence are due the day the student
returns.
 The student is responsible for checking the homework tab on my website (Go to Dorothy
McElhinney website, teachers, Mrs. Beyenhof, Homework.). In class, students will find an
agenda for the day, any handouts that were provided, and homework assignments on the board.
 In the event that a student misses a test, the student is responsible for scheduling an
appointment with me to make up the test. The same time requirement applies for making up
tests as for making up work missed because of an excused absence.
Cheating & Plagiarism:
I will adhere to the zero tolerance policy for cheating and plagiarism. If a student is caught, he/she will
receive a zero for the assignment and will receive an additional assignment (packet) related to the topic of
cheating, what it is, and why it is so serious. In addition, the incident will be reported to the office for
further disciplinary action.
Behavior:
Classroom Expectations:
 Be Respectful: Treat everyone in the classroom with respect and kindness. Be positive and
helpful toward your classmates.
 Be Prepared: Be in your seat when the bell rings, ready to learn, with all required materials
(including sharpened pencil and notebook paper!) and completed work.
 Be Productive: Use time wisely and get work done in class.
 Be A Good Citizen: Follow all school-wide policies and regulations.
 NO food or drinks allowed in class (except water)
Rewards
 Tickets for prizes (including free answer pass, homework pass, etc.)
 Positive call/note home
Consequences
For students who choose to violate the previously stated expectations, one or more of the following
consequences will be applied at the teacher’s discretion, and not necessarily in this order:
 First Offense
Warning (name on board or verbal)
 Second Offense
Minute after class (Check mark)
 Third Offense
Time Out/alternate seating/Lunch Detention
 Severe Violations/4th Offense
o Fighting, vandalism, defiance
Sent to Administration
*Parents will be notified of third offense violations and beyond.
Materials Needed
For Student Success, they will need the following personal supplies no later than August 17th:
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(2) SINGLE subject, college ruled spiral notebooks with hard plastic covers and a pocket.
*MUST BE 8 ½” x 11” (Please check – many are 8” x 10 ½ ” which doesn’t accommodate a
piece of regular copy paper). One is for Math and the other is for Science.
Please DO NOT buy a 3 subject notebook!
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You will also need another single subject notebook in January for Math, 2nd Semester
***These will become your interactive notebooks for notes and homework assignments***
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Small supply of loose leaf lined paper (to add to notes in interactive notebook)
*Keep in a small Pee Chee type folder – 3 ring binder is not required or encouraged!
Small notebook (composition type book) for daily warm – ups
Pack of 100 white 3 x 5 index cards for Science flash cards
Regular Scotch Tape for taping Science flash cards into notebook
A chapter book or silent reading book (have at all times!)
Classroom Supplies – Instead of each student having their own supplies, I am going to try something new
this year. I will supply pencil boxes for students to share in class, and you can donate items to my classroom to
help me fill them! With this in mind, please consider donating any of these items to our classroom:
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Kleenex Tissues – large boxes (we go through LOTS of these!)
Elmer’s Glue Sticks (we go through LOTS of these as well!)
Pre-moistened wipes to clean desks
Scotch Brand refill tape, ¾” wide
Reams (500 sheets) of Printer paper (white or pastel colors)
FOR CLASSROOM PENCIL BOXES:
 Red, green, or purple pens for correcting papers/notebooks
 Wooden No. 2 pencils and/or mechanical pencils with 0.7mm lead
 Extra 0.7mm lead for pencils
 Hand pencil sharpeners with receptacle for shavings
 Crayola Colored Pencils (pack of 12)
 Crayola Markers (pack of 10 – thin or thick, I use both)
Please remember that these supplies are to be shared and left in the classroom pencil boxes.
Calculators and Cell Phones
Calculators will not be used in class except when indicated by the curriculum. Cell phones may not be
used as calculators and are not allowed in class. They must remain in your backpack (TURNED OFF)
or they will be confiscated and a parent will need to pick up phone after school in the office.
Questions:
I am available through e-mail: nbeyenhof@murrieta.k12.ca.us. If you would like to schedule an
appointment with me, please email me and arrangements can be made. E-mail is the quickest form of
communication for me and I try to respond as soon as possible. You will be receiving information
regarding the procedure for logging in to Aeries to check on your child’s progress (i.e. see their grades)
– I encourage you AND your student to get in the habit of checking this regularly in order to stay
informed. I look forward to working with you and your child this school year!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Beyenhof
*Syllabus is a work in progress and may be subject to change.
Teamwork
We are a team. If we work together, this year can be rewarding and fun. Please let me know what will
help you succeed in Math and Science. Your job is to try! You need to take notes, pay attention, do all
of your assignments, and get extra help when you need it. I am available to help you at break or lunch –
just let me know when you need some help! I am here to help you succeed.
Let’s have a GREAT year! 
Homework tonight: Go on the school website, click on teachers, click on Mrs. Beyenhof. You
have found my website! Now click on the “Information Packet” tab on the left and download and
print the packet you find there and bring it, along with this completed page, to school tomorrow.
This quiz will count as your first grade in Science. 
Quiz:
1.
Where do you find homework assignments? _____________________________________
2.
How can you keep informed of your grade in my class? ______________________________
3. If you miss a homework assignment, is it important that you finish it anyway? __________
Why? _______________________________________________________________________
4. How many 8 ½” x 11” notebooks should you buy now, while they are on sale? __________
5. Do you need your own pencil box for this class? ____________________________________
6. What do you need to have for daily warm-ups? ____________________________________
7. What is your favorite color? ____________________________________________________
Acknowledgement
I have read the syllabus and agree to comply with all policies. I will keep this syllabus
in my notebook at all times.
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Student Signature
Print Student Name
Block # ___________
I have read the syllabus and understand the requirements and policies that my child will
be held to. I understand the syllabus may be subject to change.
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Parent Signature
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Print Parent Name
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Date
***Please return this page only (with quiz completed) to Mrs. Beyenhof by
MONDAY, AUGUST 17th.
Keep this packet in your notebook for future reference.***