1 Welcome to Back-to-School Night! September 3, 2015 Lori McMahon

Introduction My family- Mother of four My education- Hart High/UCLA My teaching experience- Math and Science Hart School District & Legacy Middle School

Some topics we will master this year! Transformations Linear functions/slopes Solving linear functions Angles and parallel lines Solving systems of equations Pythagorean Theorem

Textbook  California Math by Glencoe (Course 3)  Available online! Please me if you would like the online instructions.  Variety of resources in the “ebook” including step-by-step tutoring videos

Suggested Supplies  Binder  Dividers  Paper  PENCILS!!  Dry erase markers  You do NOT need a calculator

Unit Format Notes Group activities/partners/ stations Classwork Homework Notebook checks **Tests and Quizzes

Tests and Retakes Your student is eligible to retake any test that he/she scores below an 85%. The retake must be within 2 weeks of the original test. All homework must be complete before retake is given.

Planners *The Agenda and Homework are posted on the front board each day. *Please check planners each evening. Help your child turn in all completed work on time! *Make sure students bring the correct work with them each day. (Calendar of schedule and odd/even days in planner- GREAT RESOURCE!!)

Grades School progress reports and report cards will be posted online every five weeks! (but current grade is always visible on IC!)

Make-up work : Students should check with the teacher immediately when they return to school. One day given for each day absent. Late work : Work that is turned in late will receive 50% credit unless there are special circumstances.

Let’s work together to make this a successful year for your child! Check IC Keep lines of communication open- How can I help?

12 My Office Hours I will make myself available WHENEVER your child needs help! Please let me know when you would like to come… Brunch, lunch, Advisory, or After school

13 My contact Information Easiest way to reach me Thank you for coming!