Strategic Math 1

Rickard

Guidelines and Expectations

Supply List:

- a 2-in three-ring binder to hold the student book, lined paper, graph paper, and current homework

- graph paper

- scientific calculator

- regular #2 pencils

- 2 red pens for making corrections to homework

- 1 ream of computer/printer paper

Students are expected to be in class in their seats with their work out when the tardy bell rings. Students should come to class prepared every day. This includes all of the supplies listed above and a positive attitude for learning.

Students are expected to:

- be in class daily

- complete homework daily

- treat others with respect

- work together cooperatively to solve problems

- behave appropriately

- “do the right thing”

It is essential that students attend class daily and are prompt. Much of the learning will take place within small group interaction and class instruction. If the student misses the class and /or doesn’t participate in the learning process (do the work), it will be difficult to make up the work and /or learn the concepts and skills necessary to succeed in this class. Please try to schedule appointments outside of the school day.

Food, candy, and/or drink is not allowed in the classroom (bottled water is acceptable as long as the top can be capped).

GRADING CRITERIA

Grades are determined as follows:

- 10% of grade is based on classroom participation/performance

- 20% of grade is based on homework

- 50% of grade is based on tests

- 20% of grade is based on group/team tests

A “C” or better must be achieved to advance to the next math course.

Late work will only be accepted if the student is absent and if the absence is excused. Students have the number of days she/he was absent plus one more to complete and turn in all late work.

SCHOOL-WIDE GRADING SYSTEM

93.0-100% A 87.0-89.9 B+ 77.0-79.9 C+ 67.0-69.9 D+

90.0-92.9 A 83.0-86.9 B 73.0-76.9 C 60.0-66.9 D

80.0-82.9 B- 70.0-72.9 C- 0-59.9 F

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