Course Info

Is there a textbook?

• No. The curriculum (Illustrative Mathematics) is open-source and all resources are available online.

  • Student Materials

  • Family Support

  • "Open-Up" curriculum resources

*A large portion of each lesson is based on hands-on activities, partner work, and class discussions.

Do I need a calculator?

• It is helpful to have your own - we use a TI-30XIIS in class.

  • • Walmart, Target, and Amazon are common places to find this calculator.

    • I do have a classroom set of calculators for students to use when in my classroom.

• There is a calculator on the Chromebook that can be used at home or in study halls, as well as an excellent online calculator: Desmos Calculator that can be used on any device that has internet access.

What do I need for class?

• pencil

• 3-ring binder with notebook paper

• Chromebook

• positive attitude

• willingness to try the problem, get it wrong, and try again!

What are we learning about this year?

• Rigid Transformations and Congruence

• Dilations and Similarity

• Slope and Linear Relationships

• Linear Equations and Linear Systems

• Functions and Volume

• Associations in Data

• Exponents and Scientific Notation

• Pythagorean Theorem and Irrational Numbers

How is my grade calculated?

• summative assessments (60%)

  • 2 or 3 tests per trimester

• formative assessments (40%)

  • periodical quizzes throughout each unit; online assignments (Zearn, DeltaMath, Khan)

How do I bring up my grade if I'm not happy with it?

• See link for options

  • There is no extra credit!