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Dear Parents, If your child is in my Accelerated class please be aware they are taking this class for high school credit. A large part of their grade is homework. Students can access
step by step solutions to all of the odd problems in their
textbook. Go to www.hotmath.com and log in with west0708
for the login code. After you are logged in you need to choose "Middle Math
Series" from the left column then you will need to scroll down fairly far.
The book is called Mathematics Structure and Method. Course 2 is Math 8
and Modified Math 8
(the red book on the right). The following are handouts you may find helpful:
Copy of Back To School Handout
BACK TO
SCHOOL NIGHT HOMEWORK
TESTS/QUIZZES
CONTACTING ME
CONTACTING YOU Copy of Accelerated Math 7 Contract 8th grade Accelerated Math Student Contract
Accelerated classes are more rigorous and require more work outside the classroom. The teachers at West want me to be successful in this course and be adequately prepared for future accelerated math courses.
In order to be successful in accelerated math I need to: (please initial the following)
_____ take complete and accurate notes _____ complete my homework assignments _____ prepare for tests and quizzes _____ ask questions and participate in class discussions _____ get help from my teacher when I don’t understand a concept _____ display behavior conducive to a productive work environment
I understand this is an accelerated class to earn high school credit and this grade will affect my high school GPA (Grade Point Average). I expect this class to be more challenging than previous math classes I have taken. I am willing to commit to working hard.
I also understand that if I fail to follow this contract and/or get below a 75% average for each quarter and semester it will be recommended by my teacher that I be moved into the regular math curriculum.
Student name (print):
Student signature:
Parent name (print):
Parent signature:
Expectations, Rules, and Procedures Behavior Expectations 1. I will be in class on time and remain until dismissed by the teacher. 2. I will bring proper materials to class. 3. I will keep hands, feet, and objects to myself. 4. I will abide by the established rules of this classroom teacher. 5. I will respect other students, the teachers and school property. 6. I will not create a situation which prevents learning. Classroom Rules
Procedures · Student Area has tissues, stapler, hole punch, extra copies, and no name basket Lunch
Help: best if you bring a sack lunch
you may eat in my room. You need to use your lunch pass so don't misplace
it! · Ask another student what we did in class or check this website! · Get the notes and assignment from another student (This is YOUR responsibility!) · Go to my website! Go to my website! Go to my website! · See me during work time is you need assistance · Email me if you are doing the work at home and have questions · Have an appointment during class? Must have a “Permit To Leave” from the office or I will NOT let you go. It is also helpful if you wear a watch on that day. · If you are late to class 1st period you need a pass from the office, NO EXCEPTIONS! · If you know you will be absent ahead of time let me know and I will give you your work so you are not behind when you return. It is VERY hard to catch up AND do current assignments at the same time! Homework Grading: · Each assignment from the book is worth 10 points, late is ˝ credit · Redo for low score is full credit if corrections are given by the test date · One late paper per chapter is allowed without penalty. If you have no late work for the chapter, 5 extra credit points will be added to the homework grade
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