2. For more information go to www.georgiastandards.org www.corestandards.org/ www.georgiastandards.org www.corestandards.org/

3.  College and career readiness  Focused and coherent  Rigorous content and application of knowledge through high-order skills  Based on evidence and research  Internationally benchmarked **The standards in mathematics will rely more heavily on conceptual understanding of mathematical processes and the learning experience will include more application opportunities.**

4.  Standards  Daily Instruction and Feedback  Differentiate Instruction  Help sessions  Communication  High Expectations  Safe Learning Environment

5.  Provide a place/time for homework  Check over Homework/Discuss Vocabulary  Read emails and discuss with student  Have school supplies (pencil, paper, etc)  Ask your student nightly what they learned in math  Know when tests are scheduled (class website)  Encourage your student to teach you  Keep teacher informed of email/phone changes

6.  Prepare daily for class  Bring materials to class  Do ALL homework  Show work on all assignments  Take notes  Ask Questions  Read Directions  Study Daily for quizzes/assessments  Work from Bell to Bell  Use Resources  Be in school daily

7.  Binder/notebook dedicated to math  Compass  Protractor  Ruler  Notebook Paper  Graph Paper  Pencils with erasers (Several packages)  Erasers  Red Pens (for checking/correcting work)  AAA batteries (for calculators) Math SUPPLIES

8.  Requested within five (5) school days after receiving the original graded test.  The original graded test, correct, and with a parent signature must be returned.  Recorded grade will be (up to 80%) will be recorded.  ALL assignments, study guides, homework, and projects must be completed and turned in before requesting a retake.  The student must set up a reteach day BEFORE retaking a test.  See class website for paperwork and details. OMS Re-Take Policy

9.  7 th grade Thursday morning starting at 8:30am.  8 th grade WEDNESDAY morning starting at 8:30am.  Students must have a specific goal in mind. Extra Help Day

11.  Assigned every night.  Sometimes the assignment will be started in class.  Must be completed in pencil.  Must SHOW ALL WORK.  Encourage your student to “attempt” all of the problems.  Student must check answers on the class website.  Reviewed at the beginning of each class

12. Grading Policy: ◦ Formative Assessments – 20% ◦ Summative Assessments – 80% ◦ EOCT (8 th grade accelerated ONLY) – 20%

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