Accessing MathXL

1.) Go to http://mathxlforschool.com

2.) Click Sign In and then sign in with your login and password.

3.) Check daily for assignments. 

Accessing Google Classroom

1.) Go to http://classroom.google.com 

2.) Sign in using your Glenridge account (Firstname.Lastname@glenridge.org)

3.) For first time users, click Student and use the following code to join our class:  

Period 5:  3nxww45m 

4.) Check daily for postings and announcements.

Materials:

• Three-ring binder  (at least 1-2 inches) 

• Lined Paper and Graph Paper

• Binder dividers for notes, drills/homework, and lined/graph paper

• Full name in Sharpie marker on the front of your binder

• Scientific or Graphing Calculator TI-84 with full name on it (Highly Recommended) 

• Pencil case with #2 pencils and a small pencil sharpener/ mechanical pencils 

• Erasers 

• Optional: colored pencils, highlighters

Homework Policy:

• Homework will be assigned on Math XL or on paper.  It is due at the beginning of each class period.  

• Most HW assignments will be 2 points if on paper. 

• Homework: 5 Points for Math XL assignments

(5 points) received a score ≥ 85%

(3 points) received a score < 85% and ≥ 50%

(1 points) anything <50%

• Homework is to be completed the night it is assigned. The purpose for homework is for you to practice what we learned in class that day. 

• If you forget your homework, you may earn partial credit on the assignment by coming Period 9 to complete the homework the same day you forgot it.

• If you are absent from class, log on to MathXL/Google Classroom to find the homework you missed. 

• If you are having trouble with your homework, please come see me after school.  

Grading and Evaluation

Grades are based on the Total Points Method. To find your average, add all points earned and divide by the total possible points. 

Tests/Quizzes: 0-100 points 

Projects: 0-50 points 

Classwork/Participation: 0-20 points 

Homework: 0-5 points

Late Work

If you are submitting an assignment late or completing an assignment for partial credit, you must email me so I can confirm the completion and update the grade on Skyward.

Extra Help

If during the year you need extra help in understanding a concept, I am always available during Block 9 for additional support. If you are having trouble, see me! 

Discipline Policy:

• All guidelines listed in the handbook are enforced in our classroom (including cell phones and AirPods OFF and AWAY)

• Classroom consequences can include:

1st offense - Warning

2nd offense - Period 9 teacher detention

3rd offense - Administration and parents are contacted

• 3 teacher detentions result in a discipline referral