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 Seventh Grade Introduction to Algebra

 

The details of math in seventh grade:

  • We use the Connected Math Project 2 course
  • Students work individually, in partnerships, and in groups
  • Students develop problem-solving strategies, solve problems, practice algorithms, and communicate the process they use to complete various mathematical challenges.

 

Sequence of Topics:

September

Variables and Patterns

October/November

Comparing and Scaling

Filling and Wrapping

November/December

What do you expect?

January

Moving Straight Ahead

February

Thinking with Mathematical Models

CMT Prep

March

Looking for Pythagoras

April

Say it with Symbols

May

Growing, Growing, Growing

June

Frogs, fleas, Painted Cubes

 

Materials Needed for Class:

  • Pencils/erasers
  • A 1 ˝  inch three ring binder to be used only for math
  • A supply of loose-leaf paper
  • Calculator (TI-30 is recommended)
  • A positive attitude

  The “Respect, Responsibility, Pride” Policy

   As a student in this class, you are expected to:

  • Complete your work on time.
  • Demonstrate your best effort and a positive attitude.

§        Respect peers, teachers, and school property.

§         Encourage and allow others to learn.

§        Come to class prepared (homework, binder, pencil).

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


In the event of absence…

Students are required to make up any missing assignments and/or tests in accordance with Avon Middle School policy.

 

Extra Help

Extra help is available before school (6:50 – 7:20), or after school by appointment.

 

 

 

Grading Policy

The final grade will be calculated based upon the following:

20%        Homework (including mathematical reflections)

10%       Math binder

10 %       Accelerated Math Grade

60%        Test and quizzes, problem-solving, projects

 

 

Homework

Ř     Given almost daily and always reviewed in some manner by the teacher.

Ř     Assignment is always posted on my web page by 4:00 p.m. (click on the calendar day)

Ř    Must be completed in the proper format

§        Name, date, and page number(s) written in top, right-hand corner

§        Homework should be completed in pencil and all work must be shown!

Ř    Grading Rubric for homework:

§        Satisfactory (S) on-time assignments earn 100%

§       Late but satisfactory (LS) assignments earn 80%

§        Unsatisfactory (U) or missing assignments earn 0%

§        Unsatisfactory assignments can be corrected and handed in to receive 70% (R)

 

 

Math Binder

Students are required to maintain a binder with 6 sections. It will be collected and scored at the end of every unit. See separate handout for further information.

 

 

Accelerated Math

This is an individualized, computer-based program that is based upon curricular recommendations of National Council of Teacher’s of Mathematics (NCTM). The program is used to systematically remediate and/or strengthen skills from previously taught skills. The program is not used to provide instruction on skills that are new to the students. Students work toward a mastery goal for the quarter that is set (and occasionally adjusted) by the teacher. Percentage of goal mastered is translated into a numerical average at the end of each quarter.

 

 

Tests & Quizzes

Test and quizzes will always be announced and at least two days notice will be given to provide time to prepare.