1. Back to School September 19, 2013 Accelerated Math 7
WELCOME!
Mr. Collett
Back to School September 19, 2013 Accelerated Math 7

2. Contact Info
Feel free to contact me through (preferred) at
I will respond within 24 hours. Monday thru Friday 7:30am to 9:30pm. Saturdays (none) and Sundays (after 5pm) less it is an emergency.
Phone Number: x3335

3. Course Sequence
Math/Science or Business

4. Math/Science Course Sequence
Algebra → Geometry → Algebra II → Trigonometry → AP Calculus AB

5. Business Course Sequence
Algebra → Geometry →
Algebra II → Finite →
AP Statistics

6. Common Core Standards for Accelerated Math 7
Number System
Ratios and Proportional Relationships
Expressions and Equations
Geometry
Functions
Systems of Equations
Proportional Relationships, Lines, and Linear Equations

7. What Will Students Be Doing in Math Class?
Students will be Active Learners by:
Asking Questions
Monitoring there own progress
Making a plan for learning
Applying math to real life
Being able to justify their answers and communicate mathematical ideas
Using resources such as textbooks, media, teacher produced worksheets and manipulatives

8. What Will Students Be Doing in Math Class?
Students will be Active Learners by:
By working as:
Individuals
Pairs/Partners
Groups
Large Groups (class)

9. One-inch 3 Ring Binder ( JUST FOR MATH )
Materials
One-inch 3 Ring Binder ( JUST FOR MATH )
Also, 5 dividers so students can stay organized

10. Materials Pencil (mechanical preferred) and
Pen (grading only) for every class day
I supply lead for all students. (0.5, 0.7, 0.9)

11. Comp Book (I purchased) for students must be in class everyday
Materials
Comp Book (I purchased) for students must be in class everyday

12. Learning Logs
Learning Logs are in the back of the room and are to be kept in class… in fear they will never come back

13. Learning Logs A list of all of the learning targets for the unit.
I can” statements
Students record scores from Quick Checks and Exit Slips on their Learning Target Logs
Quick Checks and Exit Slips are like “Quizzes”
Students will then make an “Action Plan” that will increase knowledge to mastery.

14. Action Plans
Action Plans are made up of many things it is up to the student to decide what will help the student get to mastery of the content.
Action Plans can include:
Teacher made worksheets
Internet website/App help
Tutoring
Annotated Notes (Flash cards, bubble maps, etc)
Other…
Whatever the student thinks will help them achieve mastery

15. Action Plans
This helps students, teacher, and parents to know which of the learning targets a student has mastered and which ones he/she needs to practice.
Students should write down their plan in their time tracker to insure parents are aware of the action plan.

16. Assessment
Students’ grade will be based on scores received on unit assessments. Homework will count towards Work Habits grade.

17. Assessment
Quick Checks and exit slips will be graded as follows (usually the student grades their own quick check):

18. Assessment Description Level 4 3 2 1
Student demonstrates a solid understanding of the concept, no mistakes have been made 3
Student demonstrates a good understanding of the concept, but is making minor mistakes 2
Student demonstrates a basic understanding of the concept and needs more practice and/or additional instruction from a knowledgeable other 1
Student demonstrates a limited understanding of the concept and needs more practice and intensive instruction from the teacher

19. Homework assignments will be posted daily on the CCMS homework website.

20. Available Help Mondays 2:20 – 3:00 Tuesdays 2:20 – 3:00
Thursdays 2:20 – 3:00
Unless there are meetings or emergencies.

21. Helping your child be successful
Check in with your student about Action Plans
encourage them to review material that they do not have a strong understanding in. Look at Quick Checks to see what needs to be completed.
Check math notebook; ask what your child is learning
Encourage your child to have a positive attitude about math
Help your child to see how math is used in everyday life
Communicate if there is problem

22. Helping with Homework
Students should only be working on homework that has already been taught in class. However, they still sometimes get stuck. Help them to be responsible for their own learning. Feel free to help and guide!
Suggested Prompts:
Tell me where you are stuck
Tell me what you’ve done so far
What do the directions say?
Are the similar problems you can look at?
Are there some websites to look at?

23. Helpful Math Websites
Khan Academy – tutoring videos on a wide variety of topics
Sumdog – Math games – students can pick the skill they want to practice and login as a guest for free
Ixl.com/math – Math skills practice – students can select the skill they want to practice, but limited to 20 questions per day as a guest
Aplusmath.com – flashcards for reviewing basic math facts

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