Welcome to Back to School Night! Math Accelerated Program 8th grade Union Middle School 2015-2016 Mrs. Lori Schultz

Personal Goal Statement In my mathematics classroom, I will strive to engage and challenge all students, to encourage inquisitive and creative thinking, and to cultivate learners who persevere in problem solving and express their mathematical thinking confidently and clearly. Mrs. Schultz Union Middle School 2015-2016

Background Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from SJSU with mathematics authorization. 15th year teaching 2nd year at Union Middle School Taught Math Intervention Class to 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students at Lietz Elementary School Taught 1st, 2nd and 3rd grades Married with two sons, both of whom attended Union Middle School.

Classroom Website http://schultzlclassroom.weebly.com/ Go to the Union Middle School Website UMS Website Click on Teams and Staff Choose “All Staff Directory” And click on “Schultz, Lori” Click on link to website!

Course Description Course is designed to provide students with support they need to successfully complete Common Core Math 8. Course will focus on reviewing 7th grade math concepts, and previewing 8th grade material. Students will be familiarized with upcoming lessons prior to the material being covered in Common Core Math 8.

Grades 2 components: Notebook checks Class participation Grades will be posted on PowerSchool.

Resources Khan Academy (link on website) Common Core practices and standards (link on website) Math Clinic Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 8:05 with Mrs. Reynolds (Room 23). Homework Center Monday - Thursday 3 pm- 4:30 pm. Permission slips available on school website under Student Support tab.