Welcome Parents and Students 2004-2005

**** Welcome Parents and Students ****

7th. Grade Mathematics Gifted and Advanced Syllabus and Classroom Rules Teacher: Mr. Pablo A. Prado Year 2016-2017

Course Overview The purpose of this course is to complete the development of the skills of arithmetic and continue introducing mathematical content fundamental for higher-level course work. The content should include, but not be limited to, whole numbers, fractions, decimals, integers, rational numbers, number theory, ratio, proportion, percent, geometry, graphing, algebra, measurement, estimation, probability, statistics, problem solving, and knowledge of the use of calculators and computers.

Course Summary Data Analysis Number Sense and Operations Geometry Measurement Algebraic Thinking

Be prepared for class. • Quietly go to your assigned seat. • You must be in your seat when the tardy bell rings. • Have your home-learning and supplies on your desk. • You need 2 sharpened pencils and a red pen for every class. • Look at the front board to see if there are special directions and/or problems that need to be started immediately. • Have your materials ready before the teacher begins the class. • Sample problems, class work, and home-learning will all relate to, and reinforce the lesson of the day. Practice make’s perfect!

Pay close attention to the teacher during lessons. • I will teach you all that you need to know to do well in your math class. • You need to be in class, be attentive, and show great effort. • Please, do not disturb other students. They are paying attention. • When you have a question, always raise your hand and wait patiently. I will call on you. Listen while other questions are being asked and answered. • Disruptive behavior and/or talking without permission will NOT be tolerated. Consequences include: (1) lowering of your conduct grade, (2) parent contact, (3) referral to the counselor, (4) referral to the Administration. BEST STUDENTS ALWAYS WILL BE RECOGNIZED WITH:  “Spot success” recognitions  Achievement certificates  End of the year awards  Participation in school field trips  Etc.

Heading your paper: (Write the correct heading on all papers). Left Hand Corner: (1) I can… (always copy the objective of the class). (2) Textbook pages and problems to be completed. Right Hand Corner (1) Line 1: Full Name: Last, First. (2) Line 2: Date and Period Number: (1 - 6) (3) Line 3: IB Global Context and teacher’s last name.

*** Each assignment must have an answer column OR have the answers highlighted. Appropriate problem solution steps must be shown in order to receive credit. ***

While working during class: • Begin working on your assignment immediately. • Raise your hand if you need additional help. • There is no talking without permission. When appropriate, collaborative learning groups will be assigned, as well as “study buddy teams.” • Always remain in your seat unless permission is given to move about the room. • There is NEVER gum chewing, eating, or drinking in the classroom.

When we have visitors: • Continue to work on your assignment. • Continue to show your usual best behavior. • Use the opportunity to impress the visitor. • Make me proud!

Use of the restroom: • Use the restroom before class. • A pass will be given when necessary. • If possible, try to wait until after the lesson so that you will not miss valuable instruction.

Dismissal from class: • When the bell rings, wait for the teacher to dismiss the class by rows. • Then you may quietly exit and proceed to your next class. • Leave the room neat and clean. Put trash in one of the 2 trash cans. Everyone helps to keep the room neat and attractive. • Never write on the desks. ATTENDANCE/ TARDY POLICIES In the event of an absence, it is the student’s responsibility to make up all assignments. For days absent, you will have the equivalent number of days to make up the work. Any work that is not made-up will result in a zero. Try not to let this happen! WHEN YOU RETURN FROM YOUR ABSENCE, CHECK FOR MISSED ASSIGNMENTS!!!

Tardy Policy 1st tardy: Clean-up duty 2nd tardy: Clean-up duty or detention/ parental contact 3rd tardy: Referral to the appropriate administrator

Evaluation will be based on:

Home-learning, class work, quizzes, tests, class participation, projects, etc. Home-learning is checked each day. Most of the Homework will be collected for a grade. Have your red pen ready!

Extra Credit: (GREAT Opportunity to keep a good GPA) For Extra Credit directions please visit my website at: http://pradoclass.wikispaces.com/Extra+Credit

GRADING SCALE A 90 – 100 3.50 - 4.00 B 80 - 89 2.50 - 3.49 C 70 - 79 1.50 - 2.49 D 60 - 69 1.00 - 1.49 F 0 - 59 0.00 - 0.99

*** FIRST HOME-LEARNING ASSIGNMENT: Return the signed paper showing that you and your parents have read these class rules. I will distribute the "signature document" during your first class. The signed paper will then be placed in your work folder and an "A" grade will be recorded in the grade book. This grade might be lowered if the class rules are not adhered to by the student. ****

MATERIALS LIST: *a folder with pockets and prongs *large composition book (usually black and white cover) *MANY #2 pencils (No mechanical pencils please) *TWO red or green pens for checking work – (2 is a minimum) *wide-ruled notebook paper (lots of it) *erasers *graph paper *protractor *colored pencils *pencil sharpener. *pencil box or pouch *One calculator ***Students are required to keep a well-organized mathematics COMPOSITION NOTEBOOK. ***

WISH LIST: *hand sanitizer *copy paper *hand soap *cleaning wipes *tissue paper

The folder with prongs and pockets will serve as a container for lined paper, graph paper, and Xerox materials such as home learning assignments. These items will be needed during every class.

The composition notebook will contain all important information including study tips, time management skills, math formulas, start-up drills, sample problems (just like the home-learning problems each night), and, class notes.

Materials and notebooks may be checked for a grade, as the teacher deems necessary.

Thank you for your support and consideration. Our team effort will make this a great year for your child. I can be reached most easily by EMAIL: [email protected]

I am looking forward to another successful, productive, and rewarding school year. You will want to maintain an "A" or "B" average in order to advance to the following math course next year. A "C" grade is not good enough for advancement. You need to show MASTERY of the subject matter. If you work as hard as I do everyday, you will achieve your goal.

Sincerely,

Pablo A. Prado, M.S. Mathematics Teacher Herbert A. Ammons Middle School 17990 SW 142th. Avenue Miami, Florida 33177 Telephone (305) 971-0158. Ext. 1004 Website: http://pradoclass.wikispaces.com/ E-mail: [email protected] **** Welcome Parents and Students ****

7th. Grade Mathematics Gifted and Advanced Syllabus and Classroom Rules Teacher: Mr. Pablo A. Prado Year 2016-2017 -

Please sign and return to Mr. Prado.

We, the parents of ______, have read, understand, and agree to follow the mathematics guidelines. The rules document was given to your child during their first math class. Additionally, the document can be read on Mr. Prado’s web page.

Please sign and return.

Student (print) name ______, Period ______

Student signature______

Parent signature ______

Date______

Prompt return of this document will result in an ‘A’ grade for the first home learning assignment. Thank you for your support and cooperation. Your child’s mathematics teacher,

Mr. Prado