7th Grade Mathematics Course Syllabus
Ralph Chandler Middle School
4231 Fork Shoals Road • Simpsonville, SC 29680
(864) 452-0300
South Carolina Middle School Math Solution Course 2 - Carnegie Learning
MATHia student software
In Math 7, SCCCR Mathematics Standards focus on four critical areas: (1) developing an understanding of and applying proportional relationships; (2) developing an understanding of operations with rational numbers and working with expressions and linear equations; (3) solving problems involving scale drawings and informal geometric constructions, and working with two- and three-dimensional shapes to solve problems involving area, surface area, and volume; and (4) drawing inferences about populations based on samples.
For a complete understanding of the essential knowledge and skills in mathematics, read the SCCCR Mathematics Standards in their entirety; the seven process standards will be incorporated throughout this course.
Extend prior knowledge to translate among multiple representations of rational numbers (fractions, decimal numbers, percentages). Exclude the conversion of repeating decimal numbers to fractions..
Apply the concepts of all four operations with rational numbers to solve real-world and mathematical problems.
Solve real-world and mathematical problems involving ratios and percentages using proportional reasoning (e.g., multi-step dimensional analysis, percent increase/decrease, tax).
Extend previous understanding of Order of Operations to solve multi-step real-world and mathematical problems involving rational numbers. Include fraction bars as a grouping symbol.
Extend prior knowledge of operations with positive rational numbers to multiply and to divide all rational numbers.
Apply the concepts of linear equations and inequalities in one variable to real-world and mathematical situations.
Apply the concepts of two- and three-dimensional figures to real-world and mathematical situations.
Write equations to solve problems involving the relationships between angles formed by two intersecting lines, including supplementary, complementary, vertical, and adjacent.
Investigate the concept of circles.
Compare the numerical measures of center (mean, median, mode) and variability (range, interquartile range, mean absolute deviation) from two random samples to draw inferences about the populations.
Visually compare the centers, spreads, and overlap of two displays of data (i.e., dot plots, histograms, box plots) that are graphed on the same scale and draw inferences about this data.
Extend the concepts of simple events to investigate compound events.
The instructional resources used in this course consist of five modules:
Module 1: Ratios, Proportions & Percentages
Module 2: Rational Numbers
Module 3: Expressions, Equations, and Inequalities
Module 4: Probability
Module 5: Volume, Surface Area, and Angle Relationships
Notebook with pencil and eraser
Charged Chromebook with ear buds
Dry erase marker with eraser (clean, old sock is perfect)
Supplies (lined paper, glue, tape, colored pencils, graph paper, scissors)
While in my classroom, I expect students to be respectful, prepared for class, and fully engage in learning.
50% Major Assessments
Tests will be given during each unit. Each unit may have more than one test.
Projects will be given throughout the year. They will be given time to complete them during class. Depending on the involvement and extent of the assignment, it can count as either a major or a minor assessment.
50% Minor Assessments
Quiz grades will typically be given once a week to check student’s progress.
Classwork will be assigned every day to engage student’s and measure growth toward successful acquisition of covered information. Notes are taken as part of classwork. A notebook grade may be taken.
Homework may be assigned and graded.
Mathia will be graded each quarter. Mathia will be completed at school and at home.
Extra Credit is occasionally offered. This can come in the form of a challenge problem on a test or an extra assignment.
Students will have the opportunity to make up missing assignments. If a student was present in class, but did not turn in the assignment, they must turn in the missing assignments within 5 days of the due date. After the 5th day, the grade will remain an NHI (50%)
Make-up Work:
It is the responsibility of the student to get their make-up work. They should attempt to cover the missed material on their own and then come to the teacher for help, as described under Extra Help. All assignments must be made up within 5 days after the student returns to school from an excused absence, unless otherwise discussed with the teacher. If a test or project was previously announced before the student’s absence, he/she should be prepared to complete the assignment upon their return to school.
Student Progress:
Parents have access to their child’s grades via Parent Portal https://ps.greenville.k12.sc.us/public/ To get an account on the Parent Portal, see Ms. Elyse Hopkins in the main office. You must bring your ID.
Communication
It is important that we stay in contact with each other in order to facilitate your student’s education. I will keep you informed through notes home, phone calls, progress reports available on the student and guardian Backpack, our websites, Remind and emails. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please contact me as soon as possible. It is very important that we work together to ensure a successful year for your child. I am looking forward to working with you this year. Please do not hesitate to contact me.
*I will monitor and adjust classroom procedures and schedules as needed. For specific course objectives and standards please visit the South Carolina Department of Education at www.ed.sc.gov .