1. 8 th Grade Algebra Karen Dettlinger

2.  1) Real Numbers and Operations: Expressions  2) Real Numbers and Operations: Equations and Inequalities  3) Exponents and Radicals  4) Polynomials  5) Linear Functions  6) Systems of Equations and Inequalities  7) Non-Linear Functions  8) Statistics and Probability  9) Geometry Algebra Overview

3.  What good Mathematicians do! Expectations

4.  hard work to meet the adversity of rigorous expectations  Persistence and perseverance in overcoming rigorous expectations  passion for long-term goals  the determining factor for success no matter where you natural abilities lie  the get it done personality  sticking with it where others might be distracted by boredom, failure, adversity, or plateaus GRIT

5.  will take time  requires dedication  requires willpower  requires sacrifice  requires pushing your mind to the max  can be beat by temptation  is worth it when you look back from your goals GRIT

6.  Given at the end of a Unit  Study guides will be given  Will be cumulative  Accounts for 40% of the grade Tests

7.  Given periodically throughout the marking period  Quizzes mastery of one or two concepts  Redo for performance below a 75  Accounts for 30% of the grade Quizzes & Small Projects

8.  Given almost every night  Accounts for 20% of the grade  Will be posted on teacher web site at the end of every day.  Will be checked every night for completion announced when graded for completion and accuracy  Do now/ Homework quizzes Homework

9.  Study guides will be sent home  Exam will cover the units learned for each marking period  Will count for 10% of grade Benchmarks

10.  Up to 2 points of the overall grade can be earned back  Cannot push a student over full credit.  Engaging activity throughout the marking period Extra Credit

11.  Tests: 40%  Quizzes: 30%  Homework/Classwork: 20%  Benchmark Exams 10%  Extra Credit +5% Grades

12.  Will be taught by Homeroom teacher  Bullying and normal conflict  Passive aggressive and assertive behavior  Using “I” messages  Reporting or ratting  Bystander strategies  Conflict resolution steps  Social decision making/ Social problem solving  Cheating and plagarism Character Education

13.  I am available any morning or afternoon for extra help  Please make an appointment!  Bi-Monthly e-blasts  Parent teacher conferences  American Education Week Visitations in November  Jupiter grades  Teacher Webpage  Homework Postings  Invite to the classroom  On- going conferencing--email the best Communication