1. Miss Mueller
7th Grade Math

2. Overview Learning will be focused on Pre-Algebra and Geometry topics
Curriculum: Go Math
Math Binder is student’s “textbook”
All objectives will be aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Math

3. Objectives Main concepts covered:
Ratios and Proportional Reasoning
Solve and find ratios, proportions, slope, percents, tips, taxes, discounts, graphing
The Number System
Solve problems involving all 4 operations with fractions, decimals, integers
Convert between decimals, percents, and fractions
Expressions and Equations
Solving one and two-step expressions, equations, and inequalities
Geometry
Measuring, classifying, and drawing angles and triangles, finding the missing measures of triangles and angles
Finding the circumference and area of circles
Finding the area, volume, and surface area of prisms, pyramids, and composite figures
Statistics and Probability
Random samples and populations
Analyzing and comparing data
Experimental probability
Theoretical probability and simulations

4. Homework Students will be assigned homework daily
Homework will mostly be assigned on worksheets in the student’s math binder
Homework worksheets are also available online if needed
Homework will be updated weekly on my Class Website
Homework will usually be collected as completion points in the gradebook
If your student ever needs help please encourage them to ask me

5. Grading
Students will keep track of their own homework grades each module in their Math Binder
Students will be given their grades weekly in their planner on either Monday or Tuesday
Grades will be updated weekly on Skyward
Points will be earned through: Tests, Quizzes, Homework, Quick Checks, Projects, In-Class Assignments, and Participation
Grades will be weighted in the Gradebook to start preparing students for High School
Assessments (Quick Checks, Quizzes, Test) = 60% of grade
Assignments (Homework, Projects, Participation) = 40% of grade

6. Website Lots of helpful information and resources
Homework will be posted Weekly by class
Link to online curriculum
Extra practice/informational websites

7. Contact Information
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact me.
is the best way to get ahold of me during the day
Phone: Extension 2512

8. Strategic Math Grades are given just like a core class
Grades will be give for: classwork, participation, completing worksheets
Class focus: fact fluency, operations, fractions, decimals, integers, multi-digit numbers, and reinforce concepts taught in math class
Class structure: similar to a workshop model
Students will be in groups of 2-3 students doing something different each day
Stations include: white boards, homework time, computer practice, computation worksheets, stations/games, and small group instruction with me