Dear Sixth Grade Families,
In sixth grade it is VITAL that the students know their multiplication facts with accuracy and speed. Many of the concepts taught in sixth grade involve multiple steps, and if your child does not know their multiplication facts they get so bogged down. A time test was given on Thursday; the students were given five minutes to solve 100 problems. Solving 95-100 problems in five minutes is not an awesome accomplishment--it is an expectation. Congratulations to the students who know their facts with speed and accuracy!! Students who did not solve 85 problems in five minutes will spend time during study hall and/or recess drilling on facts and take the test again this coming Friday (September 16th).
However, there simply is not enough time in the sixth grade day to work on multiplication facts. If your child did not reach the goal of 85 problems in five minutes, please break out the flashcards and help them brush up on the facts. There are also many web sites which provide fun ways to drill on the facts. When your learner improves his score, his grade will be changed to indicate the progress.
If you have questions about this sixth grade expectation, please be sure to contact me. I appreciate the time and support you will be giving to your child as we work together to meet this goal.
Sincerely,
Ruth Johnson
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