2. A little math humor

3. Tammie Race Math Instructor Ethel Hoppock Middle School

4. Meet Mrs. Race BS in Mathematics and NJ teacher certification (7-12 and K – 6): Moravian College and various others 7th Year at Hoppock Math 5-8, Algebra 8, Science 5 Married with three children: Cassie (Penn State Freshman), Abbie(9 th grade), Alex (7 th grade) Live in PA

5. Math Placement Rubric 5 th grade ASK scores (confirmed with 6 th grade scores) Placement Test Last year’s math teacher’s evaluation Last year’s 2 nd and 3 rd marking period math grades

6. Mathematics in Seventh Grade Two classes: one accelerated and one grade level Both classes teach from the Pearson Series

7. Accelerated Math vrs. Regular Math 7 More in depth exploration of concepts Supplemented with Algebra 1 skills Faster pace More independent Study Island assignments

8. Course Goal To understand and apply the concepts of 7 th grade math including algebra, data analysis, probability, and geometry, while developing number sense skills and most importantly making it all relevant to the real world. To prepare students to succeed in 8 th grade algebra 1. To begin North Hunterdon taking either Geometry or Honors Geometry To enjoy the subject!

9. More Humor!

10. Curriculum New Jersey State Standards are met via the Pearson Series, supplemental materials, and Study Island 52% of this class scored in ADVANCED PROFICIENT on the 6 th grade math section of the NJ ASK test. (34% of last year’s 7 th grade and 71% of last year’s 8 th grade were also ADVANCED PROFICIENT!!!)

11. Curriculum Materials Pearson Texts Teacher-made supplements Study Island

12. On Line Program Components Study Island Weekly Independent lessons and benchmark testing My Web Page Pearson On-Line Programs Textbook, extra help, instructional videos, worksheets, and games

13. Grading Tests 50% Additional points are earned for corrections Quizzes 30% Alternate Assessments 10% Study Island, Mathematical Reflections, etc. Homework 10% Although only literally contributes 10% toward the marking period grade, homework effort has a huge impact not only on the grade, but on understanding and performance

14. Student Responsibilities Seek help immediately!! Complete ALL homework Be a Responsible Student Complete Independent Study Island Assignments

15. Contact Information Email: trace@btschools.org Phone: 908-479-6336, ext. 2720 Website: btschools.org, then teacher pages