Ms. Moncrieff: August 2005

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August 09, 2005

Welcome

Welcome to one of Mabry's newest and finest additions! I am excited to present a new, fast and efficient method to communciate with you and keep you abreast with homework, upcoming assessments, study groups, etc...Please check the site on a daily basis as I plan to keep it updated with any and all pertinent information to help you be as successful as you can! Here's to a terrific year!

Posted by Moncrieff at 04:02 PM

Class Procedures

Ms. Moncrieff’s Math – 8C
Important Math Information
Mathematics and Connections, Course 3

Welcome to MAC 3!! I am thrilled to have you in class and sincerely hope that those of you “math lovers” can continue to love math and those of you “non-math lovers” may discover that math isn’t so bad. I want to remind you that as an eighth grade student, it is my job to make sure you are prepared for high school. Please plan to come to class ready to learn, complete all homework assignments (expect about 30 minutes nightly). Be prepared to always show your work for full credit. It this has not been your pattern in the past, it soon will be and you will quickly see the benefit!!

Materials – You will need to have the following with you everyday…
1. Math notebook – three ring binder with loose leaf paper
2. Graph paper
3. Calculator (recommend
4. Pencils, no pen, erasable or not, will be accepted

Extra Help Sessions

Extra help sessions will be offered on days of quizzes/tests. They will begin at 8:15 and are intended to be review sessions. Please take advantage of the extra practice. Come prepared with specific questions to maximize the use of this time. Students that attend extra help sessions will receive three bonus points that can be used at their discretion on quizzes.

Absences/Make-up Work
Keep in mind, you ARE responsible for all work missed due to an absence. Please check my blog or call a friend to find out missing work. You are allotted the same number of days to make up your work as you were out. It is strongly suggested that any tests/quizzes that need to be made up be done on Tuesday morning during extra help session to eliminate additional out of class time. This will truly benefit you!

Classroom Rules and Policies
1. Arrive to class on time. I need to start class promptly. Unexcused tardiness will result in disciplinary action.
2. Upon arrival, go directly to your seat and take out last night’s homework and be prepared to start class immediately.
3. Remain in your seat unless given permission to be up.
4. Take care of sharpening pencils before class.
5. A # 2 pencil shall be used at all times. Any work done in ink will be re-done in pencil. Avoid the extra work, be prepared.
6. Every minute in class is important. Please always remember to raise your hand. Any unnecessary interruptions or disruptions will be handled quickly in order to maximize our time on task.
7. Cheating will NOT be tolerated and all guilty parties will receive a grade of a zero.
8. Please show respect for other classmates, the teacher and yourself at all times.

I know it sounds tough, but we will actually have a wonderful year if we all follow these simple guidelines. I am truly here to help you learn and hope to help you enjoy your 8th grade math experience. Let’s work together towards a positive and successful school year!

Student’s signature_____________________________________
Parent’s signature______________________________________

Posted by Moncrieff at 03:59 PM

Syllabus and First of the Year Info

Beginning Algebra & Geometry Syllabus
Ms. Moncrieff

Text: Glencoe Mathematics Applications and Connections, Course 3
Website for chapter reviews, test practice, games, etc…
www.glencoe.com/sec/math/mac/mathnet
Website for class homework, scheduled assessments, etc…
http://mabrymsblog.typepad.com/moncrieffs_blog

First Nine Weeks Third Nine Weeks
Problem Solving and Algebra Chapter 9 – Real Numbers
Chapter 2 – Integers Chapter 5 – Geometry – patterns
Chapter 3 – Proportions and Percent Chapter 11 – Geometry:Area/Volume

Second Nine Weeks Fourth Nine Weeks
Chapter 6 – Number Patterns Chapter 12 – Probability
Chapter 7 – Rational Numbers Chapter 4 – Statistics:Analyzing Data
Chapter 9 – Proportional Reasoning Chapter 13 – Polynomials
Chapter 10 – Functions
Please note: This is only a guide and subject to change….

Grade Criterion
Homework grades 15%

Quiz Grades 35%

Test Grades 40%

Activity Grades 10% Projects, Problem solving, etc..

Posted by Moncrieff at 03:58 PM

Classroom Procedures

Ms. Moncrieff’s Math – 8C
Important Math Information
Algebra I

Welcome to Algebra I! It is a privilege to have you in class . I want to remind you that this is a high school class and expectations will be slightly different than a regular middle school level class. Our pace will be fast and there will be lots of practice, so please expect homework nightly. You should expect anywhere between 30 – 45 minutes each evening. Also, Algebra is the beginning of a new type of math for you that focuses as much, or more, on the process as well as the answer. Be prepared to always show your work for full credit. If this has not been your pattern in the past, it soon will be and you will quickly see the benefits!

This year we will be working periodically in journals. This is an additional method we will use to help assess how clearly the students are understanding the processes they are learning. I am most excited to help them learn the importance of verbalizing the process of algebra and be able to explain “why” we do certain things.

**Very importantly, there is a high level of expectation of students that are in the Algebra program to continue in the program. Students will be expected to maintain an “80” test average for the first nine weeks and again for the second nine weeks to stay in the class. The reason for this stringent criteria is that the second half of the year the level of difficulty soars. The first half of the year contains a large amount of review from previous years and it is believed that in order for a student to gain maximum achievement in advanced math, they must have mastered the first half of the curriculum. This will be strictly adhered to and any students that are in jeopardy at the first nine weeks or the second nine weeks will be alerted well prior to the end of the grading period.

**(Parent’s signature)_________________________________________

Materials – You will need to have the following with you everyday…
1. Math notebook – three ring binder with loose leaf paper
Divided into sections-
a. Notes
b. Homework
c. Returned quizzes/tests
d. Extra paper

2. Graph paper
3. Calculator (recommended)
4. Pencils, no pen, erasable or not, will be accepted
5. Journal notebook that will be kept in the classroom

Extra Help Sessions

Help sessions will be available as needed. Generally the day of an assessment, quiz or test a session will be held in my room from 8:15 – 8:40. Please plan to take advantage of this time to come in and review and have questions answered. Please keep in mind that this session is not intended for doing your homework, but to answer questions you may have had. I am here for you and want to help. Those participating in the extra help sessions will receive a three point bonus on whatever their next assessment is. (Just a little something to show my appreciation for your extra efforts!)

Absences/Make-up Work
Keep in mind, this is a high school class and you ARE responsible for all work missed due to an absence. It is your responsibility to call homework hotline (# 678-594-8454, ext. 3880), or call a friend to find out what assignments you have missed. You are allotted the same number of days to make up your work as you were out. It is strongly suggested that any tests/quizzes that need to be made up be taken in the morning to eliminate additional out of class time. Talk to me and we can arrange this. This will truly benefit you! Class instruction is very valuable since a large portion of the material taught this year is entirely new material.

Classroom Rules and Regulations
1. Arrive to class on time. I need to start class promptly. Unexcused tardiness will result in disciplinary action.
2. Upon arrival, go directly to your seat and take out last night’s homework and be prepared to start class immediately.
3. Remain in your seat unless given permission to be up.
4. Take care of sharpening pencils before class.
5. A # 2 pencil shall be used at all times. Any work done in ink will be re-done in pencil. Avoid the extra work, be prepared.
6. Every minute in class is important. Please always remember to raise your hand. Any unnecessary interruptions or disruptions will be handled quickly in order to maximize our time on task.
7. Cheating will NOT be tolerated and all guilty parties will receive a grade of a zero.

Please show respect for other classmates, the teacher and yourself at all times.

Student’s signature_____________________________________
Parent’s signature______________________________________

Posted by Moncrieff at 03:56 PM

Syllabus and First of the Year Info

Algebra Syllabus
Ms. Moncrieff

Text: Algebra I , by McDougal Littell Inc.

Website for additional practice: http://www.mcdougallittell.com
Website for class homework, scheduled assessments, etc…
http://mabrymsblog.typepad.com/moncrieffs_blog

First Nine Weeks
Chapter 1 Connections of Algebra
Chapter 2 Properties of Real Numbers
Chapter 3 Solving Linear Equations

Second Nine Weeks
Chapter 4 Graphing Linear Equations and Functions
Chapter 5 Graphing Linear Equations
Chapter 6 Solving and Graphing Linear Inequalities

Third Nine Weeks
Chapter 7 Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities
Chapter 8 Exponents and Exponential Functions
Chapter 9 Quadratic Equations and Functions

Fourth Nine Weeks
Chapter 10 Polynomials and Factoring
Chapter 11 Rational Equations and Functions
Chapter 12 Radicals and Connections to Geometry
**Please note : The syllabus is only a guide and subject to change.

Grade Criterion
Homework grades 15%

Quiz Grades 35%

Test Grades 40%

Activity Grades 10% Projects

Posted by Moncrieff at 03:54 PM