Course Description (Advanced Math 7):
This course meets the 7th grade California State Standards for Mathematics. Students will deepen and extend their understanding of the five domains including Ratios, Proportional Relationships, the Number System, Expressions, Equations, Geometry, Statistics and Probability. The first semester emphasizes the skills of rational number operations, equivalent expressions, solving problems using linear equations and inequalities. The second semester focuses on analyzing proportional relationships, geometric relationships, solving problems using angles, surface area, volume, and finding probability of events. Other topics will include drawing, constructing and describing geometrical figures and describing the relationships between them. Students will routinely use the standards for mathematical practice to make sense of problems, justify solutions and conclusions, model with mathematics, and strategically use technology to analyze and solve real-world problems. Interdisciplinary and STEM activities will be integrated throughout the course.
Dear Students and Parents:
I am very pleased to have your son/daughter in my class this year. I am committed to helping each student maximize his/her potential in mathematics. I expect that you and your student will join me in this commitment.
As a parent, you can be a key source of motivation and support for your student. I would ask that you not only monitor the completion of his/her daily homework, but also monitor his/her achievement on unit quizzes, tests, and other various classroom activities. All homework assignments and assessments will be posted on my website calendar. If your student is not progressing satisfactorily, you should encourage him/her to seek additional help. I will be available each day before school from 8:30- 9:00.
In order to improve as a mathematics student, you must be willing to be an active participant in class. You can do this by:
1. Asking questions and being involved in each and every lesson.
2. Completing all class work and homework assignments.
3. Taking and completing notes including summaries and “tips”. (We will discuss this more later.)
4. Being organized by having a 3 ring binder, a spiral notebook, a pencil, a pen, and questions regarding the current material each and every day.
5. Go to my website for the class calendar, helpful links, and various review videos for many of the key topics.
Note: There will be times when it is necessary to seek extra help to keep on pace with the class. This is completely normal and a big part of being a successful math student.
Sincerely,
Mr. J. King
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School Phone: (951) 696-1406
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HOMEWORK AND GRADING POLICY
1. Homework will be assigned each class meeting with very few exceptions. Parents can check class calendar to verify assignments. Full credit is given when all problems have been attempted and work is shown and labeled. Homework is checked for completeness not accuracy. It is the student’s responsibility to make the necessary corrections at the beginning of class. Points will be taken off if corrections are not made.
2. If a homework assignment is missed, I will only accept late work up to two days after the original due date
with a 50% penalty. Absent work will receive no penalty if it is turned in within the same number of days that
the student was absent. It is the responsibility of the student to get any make-up work needed.
3. Grades are broken up into the following categories: Assessments (tests, quizzes, and projects) and Practice (classwork and homework), with 80% of the overall grade based on assessments and 20% based on practice.
**As you can see, with such a large majority of the grade based on assessments, students will be required to demonstrate a true understanding of the mathematics to receive a passing grade. Studying both the notes and homework is a critical step in having success on the assessments. **
4. A computer printout of my gradebook is posted in the classroom giving the students access to their current
grades. This printout is updated approximately every two weeks, which assures that students always know their
grades. Parents will also have access to these updates on the Aries website (see office for codes).
DISCIPLINE POLICY
CLASSROOM RULES
1. Be on time and prepared for each class meeting
2. Do not disrupt others from learning
3. Show respect for others, as well as school property
4. All students must participate in all classroom activities
REWARDS
1. Verbal and Non-verbal praise
2. Positive phone calls or notes to parents
3. Late homework pass
4. King Cash for weekly prizes
CONSEQUENCES
1. Verbal warning
2. Break detention/Time out
3. One hour detention and Parent Notification
4. Submit “Discipline Card” for administrative review
SEVERE CLAUSE: Should a discipline problem arise that requires immediate attention, the student will be
sent with a “Rapid Exit Card” to the assistant principal.
ATTITUDE AND EFFORT IS EVERYTHING!
Come to class ready to learn and give your best effort even when things get challenging. With dedication, hard work, and a positive attitude, you will be surprised at what you can achieve!!!
LIVE THE PANTHER L.I.F.E!!!