Honors Math/Pre-Algebra Syllabus

Honors Math 7/Pre-Algebra

Classroom Expectations and Procedures

Ms. Vianna I. Solis:

Ac²E Middle School: 488-6024

Conference Periods: 1:55-3:35PM

 

Welcome to a Year of Commitment, Focus, and Excellence. I am excited to have you in my class and I am looking forward to teaching you this year. Our class will work hard together to reach our goals and to become OUTSTANDING students. I will work hard to teach you, help you, and treat you with respect. Everyone will be expected to follow the rules in order to create a classroom environment that promotes learning.

Class Materials:

Honors Math/Pre-Algebra:

1 ½ binder (or larger) with loose leaf paper

1 composition notebook

1 package of dividers

Sharpened pencils (bring at least 2 daily)

 

Class Expectations:

1.       Be seated with all supplies as soon as possible.

2.       Follow directions the first time given.

3.       Respect the rights and feelings of others by not using abusive or offensive language.

4.       Keep hands, feet, and other objects to yourself.

5.       Do not eat, chew gum, or groom in class.

 

Consequences:

Positive                                                                                                         Negative

Ms. Solis can teach!                                                                       1. Verbal warning

You are able to learn!                                                                    2. Student-teacher conference

Praise/Positive notes/Phone calls!                                              3. The following until behavior is corrected:

                                                                                                     • Parent contact/conference

                                                                                                     •Cluster conference with student and counselor

                                                                                                     • Cluster conference with student and parent

                                                                                                     • Referral to Office

 

Our Class Goals:

1.       We will achieve at least 90% average score on each quiz and test.

2.       100% of Ac²E 7^th graders will receive an “ADVANCED” (Level 3) score on the STAAR.

3.       All students will create a digital portfolio to showcase his/her work.

 

Late Work Policy:

 You are responsible for working at home on any assignments that you do not finish in the class time I provide. All assignments should be turned in on time. If an assignment is not turned in on time, the student will receive the following:

• 5 pts deducted for the 1^st day
• 10 pts deducted for the 2^nd day
• 20 pts deducted for the 3^rd day
• 30 pts deducted for the 4^th day

After the fourth day late, the assignment will no longer be accepted. Zeros can only be made up under extreme circumstances or through special arrangements with the teacher. I will accept late work if you were absent.

Absences:

In the case of an excused absence, the student is allowed two make-up days for each excused absence day. If you miss the lesson it is your responsibility as an excellent student to schedule a time with me to make up the lesson. You are responsible for missed assignments.

Grading Policy:

Six Weeks Test: 25% of grade

Homework, Quizzes, Classwork, Projects, Journal, Participation- 75% of grade

Testing Policy:  If you score less than an 80% on a quiz you may make corrections for half credit on each problem. It is your responsibility to do this! The only exception is the 6 weeks exam, because of district policy. It will take hard work, dedication, and discipline, but I am confident in your abilities to get it done.

Excellence!

This will be a challenging year and you will have more responsibility as a 7^th grade student. Your goal is to become a student who is EXCELLENT- this means that you do your best in everything: behavior, classwork, tests, etc. I will not accept excuses for your behavior. Do all your work, ask questions, be EXCELLENT, and expect success in the 7^th grade and in YOUR FUTURE!

 

 

Disclaimer: This syllabus is subject to change should unanticipated events merit it.

 

 

 

Detached, sign and return to teacher

 

I have read this course syllabus and will adhere to the rules and expectations in my math class.

Student(s) signature____________________________________________   Date:___________

 

Parent(s) signature _____________________________________________  Date:___________

 

Parent E-mail Address:___________________________________________________________

 

Parent contact information:

 

 Cell #:________________________________   Home #________________________________

                                                                                                                                                                                                             

Parents/Guardian: Please answer the following questions about your student. I’d like to get to know your student as quickly as possible this year.

Student’s Name: _________________________________________________(please print)

 

1.     What is important for me to know about your child?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.     How does your child feel about math?