7th/ 8th Grade Math/Intensive Math



8th Grade Pre-AlgebraInstructorMrs. GlascottPhone407-746-9350 ext 39383Dept.Room 708E-mailMichelle_Glascott@scps.k12.fl.usTextbook:FLORIDA GO MATH: Pre-Algebra *The textbook is a consumable book.Goals of the classroom:? To engage students in challenging mathematical tasks? To promote discussions that focus on student thinking, reasoning, problem solving and presentation? Employ questioning techniques that require students to justify, defend and support their ideasRemindStudents and parents are encouraged to sign up for Remind. This tool will allow me to send quick messages about upcoming assignments or activities for this class. To sign up for Remind, text @glascott?to the number?81010Khan AcademyKhan Academy is an online program, which incorporates practice exercises, instructional videos, and higher-level questions on all the Pre-Algebra skills that will be on the FSA test in the spring. To join the Algebra 1 class in Khan Academy, students should click their username at the top right, choose "Profile," and go to their profile's "Coaches" tab. There, enter the one of the following class codes?under "Add a coach."4th period code: 7DCKP25th period code: NKG6N6 7th period code: W9EAJ52476515430400Grading Policy Grades are composed of homework, tests, quizzes, Khan Academy, and 9 week/semester exams. Assessments will be administered during and at the end of each unit. Students will be given the opportunity to make “Corrections” on all tests using the correction sheet provided on my website. This process provides an opportunity for the student to learn from their mistakes and improve their score as they will earn an additional half credit for every problem corrected. Students are given the opportunity to retake all quizzes with grades below 75%. Friday morning tutoring for assistance is available from 8:30-9:00. Prior approval and pass is required.SUPPLY LIST:Composition NotebookManual pencil sharpenerBasic CalculatorFolder with ProngsRed (or colored) penLots of pencils & erasersGraph paper (4-5 squares per inch) HighlighterNOTE TO PARENTSIf you have a child with special needs and/or circumstances, please contact me. Please allow up to 24 hours for a response. Email contacts are preferred. Communication between home and school is vital throughout the school year. *A support facilitation teacher will be available to assist in some classes.20478752349500209550444500 ................
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