Course Outline & Syllabus 2009-2010
Mr. Hazard Phone: (310) 937-5888 x227
COURSE OUTLINE
The purpose of this course is to introduce mathematical concepts appropriate
to the grade level.
The subject matter of the course will parallel the California Mathematics
Content Standards.
ASSESSMENT AND GRADING:
Grades will consist of the following, and will be based on a point scale.
* Homework (3 points nightly)
* Tests (100 points)
* Quizzes (20-25 points)
* Projects (points vary)
* Participation/Work Habits Grade *
* Active participation in the classroom is an essential part of learning. This
includes class discussions and cooperative efforts.
HOMEWORK:
Homework will be assigned five nights per week. Each assignment will be worth
a maximum of 3 points and is due at the beginning of class. It will be checked
and corrected each day and filed for a study tool in a pocket folder. If a
student is absent, he or she will have an appropriate amount of time to turn
in the assignment(s).
** Students must show ALL of their work ALL of the time to receive full credit.
SUPPLIES:
* One 2-inch 3 ring binder with 6 dividers
* paper & graph paper
* 2 mechanical pencils with lead
* Erasers
* 2 red pens for correcting
* 1 ruler (inches/cm)
GRADING SCALE:
This is the standard grading scale used at Hermosa Valley School.
A 92-100 C 72-77
A-90-91 C- 70-71
B+ 88-89 D+ 68-69
B 82-87 D 62-67
B- 80-81 D- 60-61
C+ 78-79 F 59 and below
CLASSROOM RULES:
These rules are designed to allow each and every student the opportunity to
maximize their learning experience.
* Be in your seat and ready to work when the bell rings.
* Follow the rules and guidelines for the classroom at all times.
* Complete homework and class work on time.
* Be respectful of those working around you.
I look forward to a very exciting year. Please e-mail me if you have any
questions.
Mr. Hazard