Mrs. Christine Caruso 215-944-1153 ccaruso@crsd.org Welcome to Algebra 1! Sign in sheet will come around. Please be sure to sign before you leave! Mrs. Christine Caruso 215-944-1153 ccaruso@crsd.org Ms. Colette Paprocki 215-944-1164 cpaprocki1@crsd.org Honors Geometry Algebra 1 Accelerated Analysis Algebra 1

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About Ms. Paprocki Council Rock South Graduate Saint Joseph’s University - Mathematics 7-12 - Special Education N-12 - Elementary Education K-6 Cabrini University - Masters of Education 8th Year in the District Assistant Field Hockey Coach

Our Teaching Philosophy As your child’s teachers, we feel our most important role is to provide him or her with feedback and encouragement. In doing so, our ultimate goal is to give your child the self confidence necessary to be successful. We strongly emphasize active learning. Goals: to think critically, to communicate clearly, and to solve problems creatively. We am very enthusiastic about math. It is our sincere hope that some of this enthusiasm will be passed on to your child.

Keys to Success Warm Ups Notes Homework (checked just about everyday) Checking answers in the back of the book or on our websites is an integral part of the homework process. Studying Asking for Help

Grading Total Points/Percentages Homework = 2 points per checked assignment Quizzes = 25-50 points per quiz, at least one per chapter Tests = 70-100 points, usually one per chapter Midterm & Final Exam = 25% of the 2nd and 4th marking period grades, respectively Extra credit assignments are rarely given and are not worth a substantial amount of points.

My Website Homework assignments are updated for the week by the end of the day every Monday. In addition you will find: Important grading dates for the year Current district grading and assessment return policies Helpful websites Current schedule Clinic attendance guidelines www.crsd.org Choose CRHS South Staff Caruso, Christine OR Paprocki, Colette

Contact Communication is a major key for student success. We believe that this includes parent / teacher interactions. We respectfully request that if you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions, that you please contact us first. We are approachable and flexible, and we have your child’s best interest at heart. We also have more than 120 students this year, so please be sure to reach out to me! Email is the best way to reach us: ccaruso@crsd.org or cpaprocki1@crsd.org . You can also phone the IPC during school hours to leave a message: 215-944-1153

Thank you for coming, and please have a safe trip home.