7th
Grade POR Math 2009-2010
Mrs.
Kelly
Period
4
Room:
128
Welcome to seventh
grade mathematics! This
year will be very exciting and challenging. You
will be expected to try your hardest and be an active participant as we expand
your mathematical knowledge.
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We will be learning
some new math skills
this year, such as identifying, writing, and solving equations.
We will also
cover topics in pre-algebra, geometry, numbers and operations, and probability.
Problem solving
and journal writing will be used to increase communication of mathematics
knowledge using numbers, pictures, graphic representations, and words. You
will continue learning that there is more than one way to solve a problem.
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We will use several sources
of instruction
among which will be the IMPACT and Houghton-Mifflin series.
Supplemental material will be provided as needed.
In order to be
successful in this course, students must come to class prepared and ready to
learn.
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Remember that practice
is necessary to develop and maintain skills. Therefore,
homework
will be assigned most nights. You
should complete assignments with diligence and effort to receive credit.
If a problem
causes difficulty, you should provide a written explanation of what is not
understood. Credit
will not be given for problems left blank or when no work is provided to
support an answer. If
you miss a class, you are still responsible for seeing me to make up the work.
Each “on time” and reasonably completed homework assignment is worth 5 points.
Points will be deducted if the assignment is late and/or incomplete.
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Extra help
is available most days. Please
ask for extra help as soon as you feel that you are struggling!
Don’t wait
until the day of the test to seek help. Extra
help the morning of a test will be available as long as you inform me and get
a pass in order to gain early entrance to the school.
I am usually in
school by 7:25 most mornings.
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Grading
is determined on a “points” basis.
You
can calculate your grade at any time in the marking period using the grading
sheet you will receive. We
will practice using this sheet as a class.
Parents
will be asked to sign this sheet twice during the marking period.
(Simply
add up all of the points earned and divide by the total points possible.
Then
multiply this number by 100 to calculate the percentage.)
Tests
and quizzes will vary in points based upon the length and difficulty of the
topic. Tests will range between 30-50 points each.
Quizzes
will range between 5 -30 points each.
Your
marking period grade will also include evaluation of homework, classwork,
notebook grades, and Do-Now journals as well as participation and cooperation.
The
total possible points for each of these will be indicated on your grading sheet
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If at any time you or
your parents need to contact me, you can email me at:
kkelly@spfk12.org
or call (908) 322 – 5215 ext. 128.
Materials Requirements
All students should
have a three-ring binder with at least one folder.
Binders may be
just for math or may contain other subjects as long as there is a section that
is clearly designated for math. NO
spirals! Be
sure to have a supply of white-lined paper. We
will clean out our notebooks at the end of each unit.
Your math section will
contain notes, classwork, homework, worksheets, and quizzes.
This will be
kept in sequential order with a table of contents and will help to keep you
organized. End of chapter notebook checks will take place during the marking
period.
I will provide a
separate binder that will be kept in class. This binder will contain all DoNow
(Problem of the Day) work, grade level refreshers, reflections, math cluster
assessments, and signed tests. Journal
and DoNow work will be graded for completeness and accuracy.
Pencils and a
scientific calculator are required for all students.
Work completed
in pen will not be
accepted. (Erasable
pens are ok). Students will have scientific calculators to use in class.
I would
encourage all students to have a calculator to keep at home.
The best type
of calculator is one that calculates fractions, decimals and percents.
Classroom Rules and Expectations:
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Be prepared with your
materials, be on time, and ready to work.
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Be respectful of
everybody in your class.
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Be an active,
responsible learner. Participation
is welcome!
Your rewards for
following these rules are self-respect, increased understanding of the
subject, positive home communication, and better grades.
I am looking
forward to a great year together!
I have read and
understand the class requirements and expectations for seventh grade math.
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Student Signature
Parent Signature
Date: ________________
