1. Welcome to 7th Grade Accelerated Math!
Miss Ohlman

2. Textbook Information Texas Go Math!, Grade 8 (green comsumable book)
Online students can view tutorials, receive homework help, and complete interactive quizzes.
QR codes throughout the textbook take the students to helpful videos/ tutorials over lessons.

3. Calculator
Students in 7th Accelerated Math will be using the TI-84 plus calculator for some units:
- When they are tested over the 8th Grade Pre-Algebra
TEKS they will use the calculator
-When they are tested over the 7th Grade TEKS they will not be allowed to use the calculator
-They will not use the calculator on their STAAR test
Each student has access to a calculator in class
Purchasing the calculator is not mandatory; however, it is recommended. They will be using this calculator throughout the year, in algebra 1 next year, and in high school.

4. Student Responsibilities
Come prepared to class!!
INB (Interactive notebook)
Pencil
Folder with pockets or a binder (something to keep homework assignments in and all papers handed to them)
Colors, glue or tape, scissors, pens, sticky notes
Textbook
Completed Homework
Study for tests
Review notes/foldables
Review quizzes
Rework problems
Attending tutoring if necessary (Tuesday mornings & Thursday afternoons)

5. Practice and Assessment
Homework
Given often
Homework grades are averaged together on a weekly basis
Quizzes
Check for understanding
Count as a double daily grade
Tests/projects
Notice is given in advance via the board, my website, and verbally
Count as a major grade
Grading Guidelines
Major 60% (at least 3) / daily 40% (at least 9)

6. Parent Checklist
Sign up -Sign up for updates on my teacher web page -From the CPJH website click on the “About Us” tab, then choose “Staff Directory.” Click on my name and hit “Subscribe.” Check -Please check weekly for paper/ pencils/ other supplies -Check the Gradebook Home Access for your child’s grades

7. Creekside Park Junior High ON THE RISE!!
Miss Ohlman’s Contact Information
Phone: ext. 4915
Tutoring Days
-Tuesday Morning (7:15-7:45)
-Thursday Afternoon (3:05-3:35)