What do I need to know?
Below are the the email addresses for all the members of the math team. Feel free to email the teacher to whom you are assigned.
Mr. Jimenez: ejimenez@hsmcny.org
Ms. Ortiz-Tello: cortiztello@hsmcnyc.org
Mr. Boyce: jboyce@hsmcnyc.org
Ms. Ortiz-Tello is co-teaching with Mr. Boyce three geometry classes this 2020-2021 academic school year. Please click here to access their Geometry website.
Grading Policy
The department wide grading policy that applies for all math classes.
- Live-Participation & Classwork: 30%
Attend class everyday, whether it is at home (Google Meets/Zoom) or in class. During class time the following will be graded:
Participation Points: points for completing activities, math exercises, and discussions or Google Meets
Graded Points: Do nows and exit tickets will be given.
- Independent Homework: 30%
No late coursework to receive full credit. You must complete on time in order for students to receive feedback on time. Once students have received their graded work, students who turn in late independent will receive half of the credit.
- Exams/Quizzes Projects: 40%
Google Apps
You need to access your H.S. Media and Communications' Google Account.
Media and Communications GMAIL Account:
Check your school email every day. It ends with @hsmcnyc.org. (Do NOT use another email address). Any username and password information or class codes for other online resources will be emailed to you.
Contact Mr. Raymond Martinez here to reset or access your school email address.
Google Classroom:
Login to Google Classroom with your school Gmail for assignments or links to assignments not in Classroom.
Through Classroom, you will access other Google Apps like Slides, Forms, Sheets, etc.
Google Site:
The unit pages in this site include the unit's essential questions, math standards, and key lesson topics.
Links to websites and apps that we will be using in class and at home are in Additional Resources.
For students who prefer to read or want to learn more than what the class offers, click on Geometry text book.
Google Meets
(Live-Lessons)
Learning remotely is what we all do together.
We will use Google Meets*, where you will be required to participate for remote teaching days that count towards your classroom grade. These will take place during your normal class period and you are required to attend. The Google Meets lessons are live so you must attend.
*Mr. Boyce & Ms. Ortiz-Tello use ZOOM. Visit their site for more details.
Do you have suggestions to make my space more private or comfortable?
Below are just suggestions to help you be better prepared at home for online learning, studying, and doing homework. These suggestions may not work for you and that's okay. Remember to reach out to your counselors and teachers if you have an issue and we can work together to problem solve and make it better for you.
Optional Tools
You can use a notebook to take notes during remote learning lessons if that helps you focus.
It is best to use Zoom from a desktop, laptop, or a tablet. Smartphones are not recommended.
If you do not have access to the internet or to a desktop, laptop, or tablet, then please contact the school right away and send an email Mr. Raymond Martinez, our school's Computer Technologist Specialist.
Physical Space
We know many of us are in shared living spaces and may not have a private place to learn.
We recommend doing your best to find a space with as few distractions as possible.
It may help to wear headphones or ear plugs to help you focus better. Cotton balls make good earplugs.
Close out of any browser tabs that can distract you or slow down your internet connection
What do I do if I feel overwhelmed?
At some point you may feel overwhelmed. Or maybe you felt that way all the time, because you think you are "not a math person." We have all felt that at least once in our lives. Below are some tips to help you feel confident and focused.
Change your Mindset!
What is the difference between having a Growth Mindset vs. a Fixed Mindset?
Click on the button below to hear Ms. Ortiz-Tello's podcast on what it means to have a growth mindset and why it is important for learning.
Did you know Sir Isaac Newton was "bad" at school and had to work in a farm?
Click on the button below to hear Ms. Ortiz-Tello's podcast on how one of the greatest mind of all times, Sir Isaac Newton, overcame challenges.
Start by changing how you think!
"If you think you can't you won't. If you think you can, you will"
Think about something you worked really hard to be good at. List three actions that you did get good at that skill and apply these actions when you struggle in learning something new.
For example, let's say you play a sport. What did you do to get good at it?
Reviewed the exercises I learned with my gym teacher, older sibling, or coach.
Asked for help from an older sibling or coach when I was stuck.
Practiced everyday (I made sure to spend 45 minutes a day focused on just playing)
Study the picture below. If a negative thought like "I made a mistake" dares to take you down, think instead "Mistakes help me improve" so you will not give up trying.
