7^th Grade Mathematics  

Mrs. McGovern ~ 2009-2010

Email:mcgovernj@kingphilip.org 

Phone:  (508)541-7324  ext. 115

·        Classroom policies:

1. Respect others, and they will respect you.
2. Arrive to class on time.  Do not come to class late without  a pass.
3. Bathroom breaks are allowed during the first 5 minutes of class time.  Put your books on your desk and tell me that you are going to the bathroom.
4. Be prepared for class by bringing the required materials (see below).  No locker passes will be given, so it’s up to you to be organized.
5. Your book must be covered at ALL times.
6. Raise your hand if you would like to speak during class.  Do not speak while another person is talking.
7. The bell does not dismiss you, the teacher does.
8. Obey all regular school rules – see Student Handbook.

·        Materials needed everyday:

     1.  Book – covered (no contact paper).

     3.  Pencils (NO PENS)

     4. Completed homework.

     1.  Check your homework answers with the answers displayed and then put your completed homework on your desk.

     2.  Copy down the daily homework assignment, and check for any upcoming quizzes, tests or projects.

     3.  Work on the problem of the day.

·        Homework policy:

1. Homework is given almost every night.
2. It must be done in pencil only, unless otherwise stated, i.e. projects.
3. NO credit will be given for late homework assignments.  They are due when you come to class.  However, if it was impossible to complete the assignment because of extenuating circumstances, please speak with me.
4. You must write the original problem and all work to receive full credit.  You need to complete all problems assigned.  An incomplete credit may be given at the discretion of the teacher.
5. Each term you start off with a “100” grade.  FIVE points will be deducted for each assignment not done.
6. Homework is an easy way for you to earn an excellent grade in math, for at the end of each term, homework will be counted twice.  Therefore, homework greatly affects your grade!!!
7. Daily homework assignments and other important information can be found at teacherweb.com.  I am listed under King Philip Middle School.

·        Make-up work due to absence:

     1.  It is your responsibility to check with me about missing work when you return to school.

     2.  I will NOT chase you to make up missing work.  It is your responsibility to turn in the make-up work and complete any missing tests or quizzes.

          Homework

                   -  Missing homework assignments need to be made up in a reasonable time.  This is defined in the student handbook as follows:

     Tests and Quizzes

·        Grading policy:

Each term the following elements will be used to determine a student’s grade.  If a student needs an additional copy of a packet they will lose 10 points off the grade for that assignment.

Quizzes:      Quizzes will be given during a unit to monitor the progress of each student.  Quizzes will count once.

MCAS Packets:    MCAS Packets are given at the end of each chapter.  The questions in the packet refer to the material just covered.  They are a way of practicing MCAS problems.  They are to be completed at home or during SAT time.  The student may get help from his/her parent or guardian and have the answers checked.  They will count as a quiz grade.

Cumulative Reviews:  These are given as a way to review concepts already covered.  Students will have 2-3 weeks to complete 50 problems.  They are to be completed at home or during SAT time.  The student may get help from his/her parent or guardian and have the answers checked.  They will count as a quiz grade.

Homework:   Each term the homework average will be counted as a test grade.  Therefore, it counts twice.

Projects:      A project will count once or twice depending on its complexity.

2.  5 – 10 points a day will be deducted for late assignments, such as projects.

·        Extra help:

1. After school help will be on Tuesdays.  It lasts until 2:50 p.m.  There is a late bus for students to take home.
2. By appointment during S.A.T. periods.