Welcome,

I want to take this opportunity to introduce myself and express my excitement about working with your child this year. I love teaching math because I care deeply about each of my students. I believe students can grow and develop by examining the issues we cover in class.

Additional information about the class is provided in the syllabus.  If you ever have any comments, questions or concerns, I am available for phone calls and meetings by appointment please. To schedule a meeting, you may contact me via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

I am excited about working with your child. I welcome questions or comments, and am looking forward to a great year!

Calendar/Annoucements

Syllabus

1^st Quarter:

Chapter 1 - The Tools of Algebra
Chapter 2 - Integers
Chapter 3 - Equations
Chapter 4 - Factors and Fractions

2^nd Quarter:
Chapter 5 - Rational Numbers
Chapter 6 - Ratio, Proportion, and Percent
Chapter 7 - Equations and Inequalities
Chapter 8 - Functions and Graphing

3^rd Quarter:

Chapter 9 - Real Numbers and Right Triangles
Chapter 10 - Two-Dimensional Figures
Chapter 11 - Three-Dimensional Figures
Chapter 12 - More Statistics and Probability

4^th Quarter:

Chapter 13 - Polynomials and Nonlinear Functions

End-of Course Review

• TI-84 Graphing Calculator
• Scientific Calculator
  
• Student Folder
• Mechanical Pencils
• Pens used for correcting (NO Black inked pens will be accepted)
  

Most of your materials will be kept in your folder. A folder is required for every chapter.  Before we begin each chapter we will organize the folder accordingly with class work and homework assignments.

You must bring this folder to class every day.

All thirteen (13) folders will be turned-in when completing the 4th quarter project.

Rules & Procedures

All Al-Iman School rules will be applied in the classroom.

Students are also asked to:

• Show respect to other people, the environment and to themselves
• Do their best which requires believing in yourself, being prepared and always trying as hard as they can

Grading Scale

A 93 – 100%

B 85 – 92%

C 77 – 84%

D 69 – 76%

F 68% and Below

Class Grading Weight

40% Test/Project

30% Class Work

15% Drills

10% Homework

5% Participation

ALL WORK MUST BE DONE IN PENCIL.

NO EXCEPTIONS!

NO WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED IN PEN.

Homework

• Homework will be assigned Monday – Friday. Yes, that means you will have homework on the weekends.
• Projects will be discussed and assigned at least one month prior to due date.  (One project per quarter)
• I will check all homework at the beginning of the period. All assigned work must be completed, in your folder, and on your desk at the beginning of class.
• I will come by your desk once. If your homework is not on your desk at that time, it will be marked late.

Late Work

• Once I have reviewed the answers, late work will be annotated accordingly.
• I will accept late assignments on projects up to five days after the due date. Students lose a letter grade for each day the assignment is late.
• Students will not be allowed to turn in bulk work at the end of the term.

Retests

Students who did not do well on a chapter test have the opportunity to re-take their test.  The student must schedule the time with me at least two days prior to the retake exam.  Test must be signed by the parent before a retake is made available.

NO RE-TEST WILL BE ALLOWED FOUR DAYS PRIOR TO THE END OF THE QUARTER.

Promises to students

1. If you ever feel I am doing a poor job of living up to these promises, please schedule an individual conference with me. I work very hard to make sure that I am true to my word.
2. I will always believe in your ability to succeed. This means my expectations are extremely high. I will demand your best at all times.
3. I will listen to you. I ask that you bring questions, concerns or comments to me in a calm, respectful manner at the appropriate time. Individual concerns should be addressed in individual conferences that can be arranged by seeing me before or after class.
4. I will respect you, and I will insist that others respect you in our class. Please let me know, in an individual conference, if you ever feel disrespected.
5. I will never assign work unless I can explain why it is important. I do not believe in busy work.
6. I will work hard and happily. I took this job because I love teaching, I love my students, and of course I love math.
7. I will learn from you. You are smart people, and each of you brings experiences and perspectives to the class that will benefit the group. Please share your viewpoint every day!