Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.

1. What materials should I have?
2. What about assignments? Are they hard? What if I don't do them?
3. What if I do poorly on a test or quiz?
4. What if I don't understand the homework?

What materials should I have?

You should ALWAYS have two pencils, a correcting pen or pencil, a 
highlighter, a ruler, and paper for note-taking.

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What about assignments? Are they hard? What if I don't do them?

I try to give homework every night.  I do not like "busy work" and so I try 
to make the assignments ones that will make you think!  If you try hard, show 
your work, and work for 20 minutes you will get full credit and a grade of 
100%, EVEN if you get several problems incorrect!  If you don't do your 
homework, I'll give you zero and will expect you to stay and complete the 
assignment after school that day.

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What if I do poorly on a test or quiz?

Because this is the first year you are doing Pre-Algebra, I want you to come 
and retake poor tests and quizzes.  I will help you until you achieve at 
least a 90% on the material.  Why?  I want you to understand these new and 
sometimes difficult concepts.  After you complete the retake, I will average 
the two grades together for a new average. Doesn/t that sound nice?

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What if I don't understand the homework?

You can always call me at home.  I have given you my home number and I'd love 
to help you over the phone.  You may also come in early before school or stay 
after any day but Wednesday.

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