Mathematics
Mathematics
Department Highlights
Montgomery Middle Math uses a collaborative approach to problem solving and takes pride in encouraging the following attributes in our students:
- Cooperative Learning Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Error Analysis linked to communication of Mathematical Reasoning
- Technological activities (textbook, manipulatives, videos, etc.)
- Student Centered Instruction
Courses
Integrated Math 7, Integrated Math 8, IM 1 & Compacted Integrated Math Sweetwater’s adoption of CPM Core Connections is the central resource utilizing Common Core Standards and Mathematical Practices to deliver and assess Math learning in IM7 & IM8 at Montgomery. These resources are supplemented by each teacher’s use of other resources to deliver quality tasks, structured discourse, and supportive technology.
District Requirements
Beginning with the Class of 2020, students MUST pass all core classes (Math, English, Science, & Social Studies), including PE and achieve 21 or more semester credits to participate in Promotion activities at Montgomery Middle. Current 8th graders must pass all English & Math classes, and earn 21 or more semester credits, to participate in their promotion ceremony.
Site Resources
Teachers
Cesar Chapa, Integrated Math 7 syllabus, cesar.chapa@sweetwaterschools.org
Octavio Del Valle, Math Fundamentals, octavio.delvalle@sweetwaterschools.org
Ban Jonna, Integrated Math 7 syllabus and Integrated Math 8 syllabus, ban.jonna@sweetwaterschools.org
Kasey Kasem, Integrated Math 8, kasey.kasem@sweetwaterschools.org
Kylie Olsen, Integrated Math 7 and Integrated Math 8, kylie.olsen@sweetwaterschools.org
Lorena Perez, Integrated Math 7 and 8 syllabus, lorena.perez@sweetwaterschools.org