1. Ms Jacobson Welcomes Parents to to Our Math Class Our Math Class

2. My Mission To provide students with learning opportunities to discover and apply mathematical concepts in a classroom environment that is safe, stimulating and that celebrates the diversity of our global community. To provide students with learning opportunities to discover and apply mathematical concepts in a classroom environment that is safe, stimulating and that celebrates the diversity of our global community.

3. My Vision I believe that all children can be taught, and thus, it is my vision that each of our students will receive the knowledge required to pursue the careers that will provide them with confidence,prosperity and happiness in their lives. I believe that all children can be taught, and thus, it is my vision that each of our students will receive the knowledge required to pursue the careers that will provide them with confidence,prosperity and happiness in their lives.

5. Guidelines for Academic Success  At the beginning of the academic year I sent home several documents outlining my class expectations and conduct policy.   Many of the students returned the signed confirmation letter but others have not. Please email me requesting another copy if necessary.

6. Success in Math depends primarily on the student. Good study and work habits Good study and work habits Utilization of all available resources Tutoring when available There are no short cuts, no substitutes for hard work and consistent effort.

7. Purple Math- Algebra Tutorials- step by step tutorials for all algebra skills http://www.purplemath.com/modules/index.htm Riverdeep through DCPS at http://www.dadeschools.net/students.asp http://www.dadeschools.net/students.asp The Math Forum - Math Library - Pre-Calculus http://mathforum.org/library/topics/precalc/ S.O.S. Math free resource for math review material from Algebra to Differential Equations http://www.sosmath.com/

8. Algebra 1 students have access to homework help through their electronic book portal. The website is www.pearsonsuccessnet.comwww.pearsonsuccessnet.com To log in use the student id number for user id and password. Select student resources, then click on chapter and specific lesson. Ask the student to help you. They observed a class demonstration at the beginning of the year.

9. Code of Ethics GRADES ARE BASED ON INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENT. THEREFORE, CHEATING OR FALSE REPRESENTATION OF ANY KIND WILL NOT BE TOLERATED ANY ASSIGNMENT ON WHICH UNETHICAL ACTIVITY IS OBSERVED OR EVIDENT WILL BE RECORDED AS AN ASSIGNMENT FOR WHICH NO CREDIT IS GIVEN.

10. Home Learning Policy Students are given home learning assignments at the end of each class. Students are given home learning assignments at the end of each class. Home leaning activities provide invaluable opportunities for the students to practice new skills and to apply the knowledge obtained in the classroom in problem solving. Home leaning activities provide invaluable opportunities for the students to practice new skills and to apply the knowledge obtained in the classroom in problem solving. Please make sure your student is completing the homework. Please make sure your student is completing the homework.

11. Grading Policy Grading Scale: Grading Scale: 90 – 100 “A” 90 – 100 “A” 80 – 89 “B” 80 – 89 “B” 70 – 79 “C” 70 – 79 “C” 60 – 69 “D” 60 – 69 “D” 59 or less “F” 59 or less “F” Grading Distribution: Grading Distribution: 85% (Quizzes, Unit tests, Period Tests) 85% (Quizzes, Unit tests, Period Tests) 15% (Class work and Home learning assignments) 15% (Class work and Home learning assignments)

12. STRONG PARTNERSHIP Parents are active participants in their children education. Parents are active participants in their children education. Parents must be able to access their student academic status. Parents must be able to access their student academic status. A strong parent-teacher partnership is essential for student success. A strong parent-teacher partnership is essential for student success. Student grades and assignments are available with a few clicks of a mouse Student grades and assignments are available with a few clicks of a mouse

13. Parent Portal Using the Parent Portal is easy as 1, 2… 1.To create a new Parent Account you must obtain the following: - Your child's MDCPS student ID - Parent 6 Digit PIN number (To obtain you must visit your child's school) - Students Date of Birth (DOB) - Student birth place State or Country - Zip Code Acceptable Use Policy and Registration for All Portal Users Acceptable Use Policy and Registration for All Portal Users Acceptable Use Policy and Registration for All Portal Users 2. Create a parent account, http://myportal.dadeschools.net/parent/t http://myportal.dadeschools.net/parent/thttp://myportal.dadeschools.net/parent/t 3. Login to - Parent Portal for students grades, attendance, and other important information.

14. The Future We are looking forward to another successful academic year. With your support we will be able to lead our students on the path of academic excellence. This is why is so important that we build a strong partnership based on a common vision for our students future. We are looking forward to another successful academic year. With your support we will be able to lead our students on the path of academic excellence. This is why is so important that we build a strong partnership based on a common vision for our students future. Pease contact me at Jacobsond7@dadeschools.net Pease contact me at Jacobsond7@dadeschools.netJacobsond7@dadeschools.net with any concerns regarding your child’s academic performance or to set up an appointment. with any concerns regarding your child’s academic performance or to set up an appointment. I would like to hear from you after our meeting today. Please send me an email with your student ‘sname and class period to confirm your attendance. Student s will get extra credit for their parent’s response. This is your Home Learning assignment after today’s session. I would like to hear from you after our meeting today. Please send me an email with your student ‘sname and class period to confirm your attendance. Student s will get extra credit for their parent’s response. This is your Home Learning assignment after today’s session. Additionally, Algebra 1 students can also contact Ms Rosenthal at dianerosenthal@dadeschools.net Additionally, Algebra 1 students can also contact Ms Rosenthal at dianerosenthal@dadeschools.netdianerosenthal@dadeschools.net

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