An International Baccalaureate School Welcome Back to School! Calhoun Middle School An International Baccalaureate School August 22nd, 2014

Presentation Contents About me What are Thinkers and Communicators? What we curriculum we cover this year Supplies needed this year Policies How to contact me

About Me… My wife Kelley My children Dawson (6 yrs) and Benton (2 years) B.S. Middle School Math/Science from UTA Working on my Masters BIG Rangers Fan Cowboys and Sooners Fan Army Brat: 10 cities, 4 states, and 2 countries

Math use this slide – They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.

Math use this slide - They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.

What we cover in this class Unit #1: Numerical Relationships Unit #2: Equations Unit #3A: Geometry-Angle Relationships & Transformations Unit #3B: Geometry-Pythagorean Theorem, Surface Area & Volume Unit #4: Functions Unit #5: Probability & Statistics Unit #6: Personal Financial Literacy

Classroom Supplies Needed This Year: 3’ 3-Ring binder 8 Pack of dividers Pack of wide-ruled notebook paper 2 Pencils with erasers Red pen Pack of AAA batteries 10 pack of sheet protectors 3 Dry erase markers

My grading and homework policy Major Summative: 70% IB Projects Common Assessments Presentations Performance Tasks Unit Test Portfolios Minor Summative: 30% Thinking Maps Quizzes Class/Group Work Exit Tickets (JFM’s) Short pieces of writing (Challenge Questions) Oral Responses

How to Contact Me… Email: clong2@dentonisd.org Website: http://www.dentonisd.org/Domain/5113 Room Phone: 940-369-2443