1. Mr. Dunn Math The Mission of the Sossaman Math Department is to provide a safe supportive learning environment at the highest level of academic excellence that allows all students to maximize their full potential as they develop in becoming competent users of mathematics in preparation for more advanced studies of Math and Science.

2. Sossaman Math Team

3. 8 th Grade Curriculum Emphasis will be placed on -Integers Exponents and Scientific Notation -Concept of Congruence -Similarity -Linear Equations -Functions from Geometry -Linear Functions -Introduction of Irrational Numbers

4. Organizes the student (Input Output) Supports Mathematical Practices Helps students sequence assignments Encourages pride in student work Facilitates cooperative interaction Appeals to multiple intelligences Provides opportunities to spiral instruction and facilitate learning Allow for ongoing Student Parent Communication Interactive Notebook

5. Technology in the Classroom Internet iPads Edmodo Video Tutorials – Khan Academy, Virtual Nerd Teacher Page Cory Dunn – Math Links – Letters to Parents – ACCRS – Student Resources

6. www.edmodo.com

7. Grades are based on: 80/20 80% Assessment 20% CW/HW Semester Final Exam (20%) Assessments (60%) Chapter Tests, Benchmarks, Quizzes, Checkpoints Classwork (10%): bell work, interactive notebook, participation and any other work assigned Homework (10%): based on effort, work shown, neatness and completeness. Retakes and Resubmits are available

8. Homework – Expect Math homework! – Weekly On line Assignments Ten Marks, IXL – Students should plan accordingly – ASD

9. Communication Good communication between parent, teacher, and student is critical to ensure academic success. Stay current on your child’s progress – Synergy on line grade book – Edmodo.com – INB Please feel free to contact me. – Email Cory.Dunn@husd.org – Conference by appointment Due to time constraints tonight, any questions should be written on an index card with your Email Address.

10. Thank You! Thanks for being here for your child. I look forward to a great school year. Any questions should be written on an index card with your email address.