Math with Mr. Kwiatkowski (Quit Cow Ski) B.A. Psychology (University of Delaware) B.S. Education (University of Delaware) M.A. Masters in Administration for Education (Point Loma University) 17th Year in CNUSD District Highly Qualified in Mathematics (CSET & UCLA) CLAD Certification (University of San Diego)

Mathematical Headlines This is not your Momma’s Math Shift 1: Focus From coverage to mastery Focus and deepen instruction Shift 2: Coherence Think across grades, and link to major topics within grades Shift 3: Rigor Pursue conceptual understanding, procedural skill and fluency, and application with equal intensity

1.Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. 2.Reason abstractly and quantitatively. 3.Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others. 4.Model with mathematics. 5.Use appropriate tools strategically. 6.Attend to precision. 7.Look for and make use of structure. 8.Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning.

Classroom Rules are consistent with school rules. Students are to demonstrate courtesy and respect at all times. Safety is the primary concern for all. Refer to the student handbook. 1. Enter the room calmly, quietly and ready to learn. 2. Listen and follow directions. 3. Be prepared for class (paper, pencils, text, notebook, etc…). 4. No put downs 5. Do your Best 6. Respect and Honesty 7. No extra items like food, drinks, toys, cell phones or any other distractions. 8. Common Sense 9. Continue to have fun with math.

Materials Grades are based on the following: 3 ring binder 1”Assessments60% Protractor Angle RulerAssignment/Activities30% Paper 8 ½ x 11Participation 10% Pencils Dividers HighLighters Color Pens (4) Calculator Flexible ruler. Colored pens

Point System – Letter grades will correspond to the following: 90% - 100%of total possible points = AWay Above Average 80% - 89%of total possible points = BBetter than Average 70% - 79%of total possible points = CAverage 60% - 69%of total possible points = DBelow Average 50% - 59%of total possible points = F Far Below 90% - 100%= AAdvanced 80% - 89%= BProficient 70% - 79%= CBasic 60% - 69%= DBelow Basic 50% - 59%= F Far Below Basic

Assessments (60%) Test Quizzes Assignments and Activities(30%) Homewor k Classwork Participation (10%) Collaboration Productivity Time on Task Academically Prepared On Time to Class All supplies ready J: Journals N: Notes Grades

Vital Information  Late Work accepted with deduction of points  Students responsible for all absent work including test and quizzes  Check for homework completion  Please have WAG signed weekly.  Student and Parents check Q for grades