Mrs Christine Caruso 215-944-1153 ccaruso@crsd.org Welcome to Mathematics! Sign in sheet will come around. Please be sure to sign before you leave! Mrs Christine Caruso 215-944-1153 ccaruso@crsd.org Honors Geometry Algebra 1

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My Teaching Philosophy As your child’s teacher, I feel my most important role is to provide him or her with feedback and encouragement. In doing so, my ultimate goal is to give your child the self confidence necessary to be successful. I strongly emphasize active learning. Goals: to think critically, to communicate clearly, and to solve problems creatively. I am very enthusiastic about math. It is my sincere hope that some of this enthusiasm will be passed on to your child.

Keys to Success Warm Ups Notes Homework (checked just about everyday) Checking answers in the back of the book or on my website is an integral part of the homework process. Studying Asking for Help

Grading Total Points/Percentages Homework = 2 points per checked assignment (5% of each MP grade) Quizzes = 25-50 points per quiz, at least one per chapter 7 Standards of learning grade = 28 points (MP 1 and 2) Tests = 70-100 points, usually one per chapter Midterm & Final Exam = 25% of the 2nd and 4th marking period grades, respectively Extra credit assignments are rarely given and are worth no more than 2% of any MP grade.

My Website Homework assignments are updated for the week by the end of the day every Monday. In addition you will find: Important grading dates for the year Helpful websites My current schedule Clinic attendance guidelines www.crsd.org Choose CRHS South Staff Caruso, Christine

Contact Communication is a major key for student success. I believe that this includes parent / teacher interactions. I respectfully request that if you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions, that you please contact me first. I am approachable and flexible, and I have your child’s best interest at heart. I also have more than 120 students this year, so please be sure to reach out to me! Email is the best way to reach me: ccaruso@crsd.org. You can also phone the IPC during school hours to leave a message: 215-944-1153

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