Academic Enrichment, Algebra teacher, Math Intervention Sept 4, 2014

Dave Martys 7th year in the district Fourth year teaching Math/AE. First year just at POQ!! I received a Master’s degree in counseling. Married to Mary. Son Will  Love golf/coach

Curriculum Future Problem Solving International Trial of Socrates and Philosophy Survival Simulation Junior Great Books Touchtone Discussions Math Problem Solvers Major Focus of the first half of the year on analyzing problems, high order thinking skills, enriched readings, application and team work. 3 rd MP- High school level readings along with creativity in individual projects. Fun!! 4 th marking period- Analytical and critical thinking skills related to philosophy with a focus on the arts at the end of the year!

Future Problem Solving International (FPS) In groups of Four students will: Analyze the Situation Brainstorm Challenges Identify Underlying Problem Brainstorm Solutions Evaluate Solutions Develop Action Plan for Best Solution

This Years Topics PP1-Social Media- October 18 th steps 1-3 PP2- Processed Foods- December 12th Steps 1-6 QP- Propaganda- January 30th States- Human Potential -April 10-11th

NSD at FPS Harrisburg

Trial Of Socrates Research Develop Character Roles Create Costumes/Props Conduct Trial

Discussion and Essays Junior Great Book Short Stories Touchstones Harrison Bergeron—Weebly Website Ray Bradbury’s “The Veldt”—GoAnimate

MAP MAP– Measures of Academic Progress A Tool for Teachers Created by educators for educators, MAP assessments provide detailed, actionable data about where each child is on their unique learning path. Adapting the Test to the Student MAP dynamically adapts to a student’s responses – as they take the test. Answer a question correctly and the test presents a more challenging item Miss a question, and MAP offers a simpler item In this way, the test narrows in on a student’s learning level, engaging them with content that allows them to succeed.

NSD Wiki Travel Drive—Z-drive

What will your child need for class? A binder (kept in class) Loose leaf paper A flash drive

Expectations

What’s next: GIEP meetings before thanksgiving (I hope) Opening communication Please make sure your is in our system! blasts Check my website: Fundraising ideas? Field Trips….