1. Math ATA Lauren Vogel lauren.vogel@stpsb.org lauren.vogel@stpsb.org Grading Scale Family involvement is an essential element for a student’s success in mathematics. Be positive and support homework, but please don’t do it for your child. You may also help by visiting the online resources and encouraging your child to take advantage of the tutorials, interactive activities, and other online resources. email is quickest /easiest lauren.vogel@stpsb.org lauren.vogel@stpsb.org school phone 626-4428 available for conferences from 7:45 – 8:15. Textbook Projects Students will be assigned projects that will require them to apply their mathematical learning into real world situations. These projects are meant to stretch and expand their learning. Students can expect at least one project per quarter. A 93 – 100 B 85 – 92 C 75 – 84 D 67 – 74 F 00 – 66 Contact Info Mandeville Jr. High https://mandevillejunior.stpsb.org 985.626.4428 Parents as Partners Year at a Glance Semester ONE: Unit 1: Ratios and Proportional Relationships Unit 2: Integers and Rational Numbers Unit 3: Expressions, Equations & Inequalities Unit 4: Percents and Proportional Relationships Unit 5: Geometry and Measurements Unit 6: Probability and Statistics Semester TWO: Unit 1: The Number System Unit 2: Expressions and Linear Equations Unit 3: Lines, Triangles, and Pythagorean Theorem Unit 4: Transformations, Congruence, and Similarity Unit 5: Functions Unit 6: Volume and Surface Area of Three Dimensional Figures Unit 7: Statistics and Probability Hardback textbook. The book needs to be brought to class daily. Textbooks will be checked out in the library. Has step-by-step explanations with numerous examples and practice problems Can be accessed online Many online resources Grades Student’s grades will be based on, but not limited to, daily homework, classwork, interactive notebook checks, quarterly projects, group work, journals, quizzes, tests, etc. 80% of the quarter grade is based on the above. 20% of the quarter grade will be a cumulative exam given at the end of the quarter. Zeros will greatly affect your grade and should be avoided.

2. Math ATA Lauren Vogel lauren.vogel@stpsb.org Class Website Register to receive text messages and/or e-mail messages with reminders, homework assignments, and other class information. Sign up at http://teacherweb.com/LA/MandevilleJu niorHigh/Vogel/newsflash2.aspx http://teacherweb.com/LA/MandevilleJu niorHigh/Vogel/newsflash2.aspx binder with dividers composition notebook transparent tape colored ink pens pencils Homework Policy Extra Help If a student is having trouble they should speak with the teacher as soon as possible. The teacher will work with the student to schedule time for extra help. Extra help is available during lunch. The class website will be your go-to spot for homework, important announcements, extra help resources, printable papers, and much more. Supply List Mandeville Jr. High https://mandevillejunior.stpsb.org 985.626.4428 Newsflash Extra Credit Extra credit is offered very occasionally and to the entire class. I do not offer individual bonus points or extra credit assignments. Students are expected to complete their work to the best of their ability every day. Students who do this generally do not find the need for extra credit. http://teacherweb.com/LA/Man devilleJuniorHigh/Vogel Usually started in class, finished at home. Checked for completion. Homework grades are earned weekly. Partial credit is not given. Must be done in pencil, showing all work. Class Rules: #1 Respect others. #2 Start working immediately. #3 Leave food and gum at home. #4 Bring all supplies to class daily.