- How often does this math class have homework?
- Will there be projects in math?
- Will Mrs. Dukes be an unreasonable teacher?
- How does Mrs. Dukes grade?
- Does Mrs. Dukes reinforce the school dress code?
- If my student is on the PreAP track, can he/she drop to regular courses later?
- Is it possible to move up to the PreAP track from the regular track?
- To take AP Calculus later, what courses should he/she take in preparation?
- What are AP exams?
- What about Graphing Calculators?
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How often does this math class have homework?
There will be homework almost every night. Math is a skill that must be
practiced to be remembered. It is like a sport. To be good at it, there
must be practice. I try to keep in mind what other classes your child is
taking and his/her course load. If your child is taking a PreAP class, the
work may be more intense and it can NOT be handed in late.
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Will there be projects in math?
There will definitely be projects in math. There will be project
assignments made each six weeks. They should not be late. It is part of
their six weeks grade.
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Will Mrs. Dukes be an unreasonable teacher?
I try VERY hard to understand each of my students. I do expect students to
keep the deadlines of assignments/projects. As they get to know me, they
will find out that I am very consistant in what is expected of them. I try
to be fair to all students. If something is expected of the whole class,
then the whole class needs to do it. If a student does what is expected of
them, they will do well in the class.
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How does Mrs. Dukes grade?
If I have 30 A's in class, then there will be 30 A's! If there are 30 F's
in class (and there won't be), then there would be close to 30 F's! I
expect total honest in my students. If they are not honest (copying someone
else's work, cheating, or allowing someone to copy their own work, etc.),
then I will count the assignment as a zero (per the district Student Code of
Conduct book under cheating).
I do want my students to do their own work and learn from it. That is what
will teach them the skills necessary to succeed.
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Does Mrs. Dukes reinforce the school dress code?
YES! Please dress accordingly.
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If my student is on the PreAP track, can he/she drop to regular courses later?
Yes, with teacher and counselor recommendation.
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Is it possible to move up to the PreAP track from the regular track?
Yes, but it is strongly recommended that this be done prior to taking
Algebra II PreAP.
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To take AP Calculus later, what courses should he/she take in preparation?
Algebra I PreAP (or 8th grade), Geometry PreAP, Algebra II PreAP, and
PreCalculus PreAP
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What are AP exams?
Advanced Placement (AP) exams are rigorous exams over the content of AP
Calculus and AP Statistics. Successful performance on these exams will earn
college credit at most colleges and universities. AP courses have a
national standardized curriculum, so that colleges and universities are
aware of what topics students have studied.
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What about Graphing Calculators?
Brazoswood math teachers use the graphing calculator in the math classes.
This integration of technology is mandated by the State of Texas. Graphing
Calculators are required for the TAKS Math tests and AP Exams. Students are
allowed to use graphing calculators on the PSAT, SAT, and ACT tests. Each
teacher has a classroom set of TI-83 Plus calculators to be used by students
in the classroom. These calculators are not to be removed from the
classroom. Students may purchase their own personal calculators. If you
need to know which one may be the best purchase, please email me.
