Mr. Epstein - Mathematics & Humanities

	Room 238 802-264-5800 Ext. 4034 epsteink@csdvt.org home: 644-8173
Mr. Epstein's Homework Calendar (This is an off-site link.)
We are currently working on two-dimensional measurement in math class in a unit titled Covering and Surrounding. Following is a link to a site that will be helpful to parents and students thoughout this unit: Connected Mathematics Grade 6: Covering and Surrounding: Two-Dimensional Measurement
That Quiz.org
Beginning February 2, 2010 students will have a weekly assignment that comprises the selection of 5 problems from "MathCounts" (visit the MathCounts web site for more details) and/or "Palette of Problems" (published in Teaching Middle School Mathematics). Students have been provided with a rubric to guide them through their mathematical explanation and reasoning.

My name is Ken Epstein and I am the Mathematics and Humanities teacher for the Mansfield House sixth grade and teaming with Perry Nunn at CMS. Teaching and working with young adults and adolescents is a satisfying and fulfilling responsibility that I have grown to embrace more deeply with each passing year. I will strive to make your child's experience as a student challenging and rewarding through a caring and supportive classroom.

Please know that you are always welcome to contact me with questions or concerns either at school or home any time.

Sixth Grade Connected Mathematics Project - Student Home Page
CMP² Parent Page
CMP² Grade Six Interactive

Prime Time - Resources for School or Home

Investigation 1: Problem 1.1 (7) "The Factor Game"
Investigation 1: Problem 1.3 (11-13) "Product Game"
Investigation 2: Problem 2.1 (22-24) "Factorize"
Investigation 5: Problem 5.1 (61-64) "Locker Problem"

Shapes and Designs - Resources for School or Home

Homework Help for Selected A.C.E. Questions
Investigation 3 Problem 1: Angle Sum Activity
Investigation 4 Problem 2: Linkage Strips Activity
Investigation 4 Problem 3: Quadrilateral Game Activity

Class and homework assignments are to be kept in your notebook. Place your name and the current date on your work, and store it chronologically in your binders. Although your homework grade is a small percentage of your overall grade, it is the questions and discussions that arise from these assignments that make your participation critical to your understanding. It is important that you begin to learn how to monitor your own understanding of new learning and to ask for clarification when you are unclear. I will be using several assessments to help you throughout this process.

Make sure homework is completed neatly and timely. Put your full name, assignment and date at the top right of your paper. Do your best and seek help when you need it. You can always use the Mr. E. Homework Hotline at 644-8173. Operators are waiting. Please call prior to 8:00 p.m. Thanks!

Check the following link for information about the Accelerated Reader Program

Accelerated Reader Requirements

I am available to meet with students after regular school hours Monday - Wednesday from 2:20-3:45 by appointment. Students should provide a note stating parental permission for their attendance. Please make an appointment at least one day in advance.

Student On-Line Quizzes at ThatQuiz.org