 To see math’s relevance in every day life  7 th : To do well on the PARCCs and to be ready for Algebra 1 next year!  8 th : To do well on the PARCCs and to test into CP Algebra 1 at North

 Sharpened pencils (lots!), erasers, a red and black or blue pen  A Binder with a notebook or loose leaf paper divided into sections or notebooks and folders  Scientific Calculator  textbook  Computer access  Agenda book

 Be a team player!  Be prepared  Participate  Complete homework and Study Island  Respect others, including substitute teachers!  If confused, know where to look for the answers and ASK!  Have high expectations and do your best!!  Leave the room with a PASS only after signing out

 Assigned daily  Each assignment is worth one point  All homework is posted on the Easel  Homework is also posted on the parent page of the website  If confused and you can’t find the answer at the above mentioned places, phone a friend!

 Homework assignments  Pearson on-line directions  Study Island log-in directions  Helpful web pages  Contact information  Qualities of a successful student

 How is it used??  Why use it?  How is it graded?  Weekly Log sheet

 A. They are mean!  B. They think student’s don’t have a life  C. To reinforce skills taught in class  D. All of the above

AA. Never BB. Every night CC. Once a week DD. All of the above?

 A. Completing half of it  B. Completing the entire assignment in pencil (or a strong showing of effort)  C. Completing your assignment in pen  D. Completing your assignment but showing NO WORK

 A. On the white board  B. On Mrs. Race’s Webpage  C. Listen when Mrs. Race assigns it  D. All of the above

 Completion is graded every day!  Each homework assignment is worth one point  Students who consistently complete homework earn higher grades regardless of the percentage it’s worth towards your grade!!!

 Tests  Tests are worth 60 points  Tests will be announced at least three days in advance.  Additional points can be earned on a test if missed questions are corrected, in AP within one week after it is given and your original mistake is explained and the correct work is shown.

 Test Corrections  Name __________________ Date ________Test _____________  Number What I did wrong Correct Problem (all work shown!!) 

 Quizzes  Quizzes are given to monitor student progress and to reinforce previously learned skills.  Quizzes may or may not be announced  That means there can be POP quizzes!!  Partner quizzes are also counted  Quizzes are worth 30 points

 Alternate Assessments (each worth 5 points)  Study Island~ assigned and recorded weekly  group based effort and assignments  Mathematical Reflections  Spiral Reviews (thatquiz.org)

 You are responsible to obtain all information and complete all work missed during an absence. This includes setting up times to make up tests and quizzes.  Use your Activity Period WISELY!