7Th Grade CMP II

Integrated Math 8 2014-15 Course Plans and Requirements

Mrs. Cooks Room: 168

Voicemail: (262) 789-6461 (voicemail only) Email: [email protected]

The foundation of Big Ideas is the Common Core Standards for Mathematical Content and Standards of Mathematical Practice. This series exposes students to highly motivating and relevant problems. It provides depth and rigor to prepare students for career-readiness, college-level courses, MAP, and Smarter Balanced testing.

TOPICS TO BE COVERED INCLUDE:  Number System - Use rational exponents and perform real number operations.  Expressions and Equations – Solve linear equations, quadratic equations, inequalities, and systems of equations.  Functions – Define, evaluate, and compare functions. Write sequences and model relationships.  Geometry – Apply the Pythagorean Theorem.  Statistics and Probability – Represent and interpret data. Analyze bivariate data.

CLASS MATERIALS REQUIRED: 1 ½ inch math binder, binder dividers, wide ruled loose-leaf paper, ¼ in. graph paper, TI-30 scientific calculator, protractor, ruler and lots of pencils.

CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:

Be Prepared

Be Polite

Be Proud

GRADING:

Grades will be based on summative assessments.

Please log onto Infinite Campus for student progress relating to the Common Core Standards. Course Requirements:

1. Bring textbook, calculator, binder, pencils, and assignments to class EVERYDAY. 2. Assignments will be given each day and are due either during class or the following day. Each assignment will be checked for completion and work shown. Students will make their own corrections. 3. Quizzes and tests will be collected after they have been reviewed. Quizzes will be accessible to students to take and study from for tests. Tests will not be allowed to leave the room at any time. They can be studied from in the classroom. 4. You must keep a binder that includes Warm-ups, Record and Practice, Notes and Examples, Assignments, and the Glossary and Tools. 5. You must have your own calculator with you in class. Calculators cannot be shared during tests or quizzes.

Assignments:

Assignment completion is a key to your success in this class and will directly affect your assessment scores. Assignments will be checked as complete or incomplete. While assignments are not included in the student grade, it is required to be completed on a daily basis. Completion will be recorded in Infinite Campus, weighted to 0%, as a means of communication and tracking of data. Students are responsible for the material in the assigned assignments. Late/Incomplete work will be identified with a “M” (missing) on Infinite Campus.

Classroom Expectations:

1. Be in your seat when the bell rings. 2. Do not copy other students work. Academic dishonesty will be handled according to the school handbook. 3. Make up all absent work. You are responsible for keeping up. Email me or contact a classmate before you return to school to get your assignment. When you return, meet with me to pick up any missed work and to get help during ELO or a scheduled time. 4. Listen when others are speaking and be respectful to all those around you. 5. Participate in class on a daily basis. 6. When given work time, use it to get work done. 7. Electronic devices, for educational purposes, are allowed in the classroom at the teacher’s discretion – Ask first. No electronic devices are allowed on tests or quizzes.

Other Information

Your success in this class is really important to me. I hope it is important to you too. To be successful in Math it is imperative that you complete your assignments on time, take notes in class, ask questions when unsure, and study. If you ever encounter problems with this class, please talk to me about it. I am available for help almost every day. You or your parents can contact me at any time – through email, a note, voicemail, or just a conversation. I am looking forward to a fun and exciting year. Go Vikings! PARENT INVOLVEMENT

Welcome to our team! I am looking forward to many exciting and rewarding experiences this year. Remember, your child will get out of this class what they put into it. I will be working my hardest to help them learn Math, but it is ultimately their responsibility. If you have any questions or concerns at any time during the year, please email me or give me a call.

Please read the Course Plans and Requirements with your child. It will help you know what their responsibilities are, as well as what to expect from Math class this year. Then sign below indicating that you understand the course expectations as outlined above. If time permits, tell me about your adolescent learner. What are your goals for him/her this year in Math? What are your child’s strengths? What else would you like me to know about your child?

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