Syllabus math 8

Hello students and parents!

Welcome to 8^th grade! I am very excited to be teaching the Math 8 course this year and am looking forward to getting to know each and every one of you this year. My contact information can be found at the end of this letter. I am looking forward to what I know will be a great year!

Attendance and Make-up work: Because each class period builds on previous knowledge, it is very important that you are in class. It is very difficult to succeed at your full potential if you are absent. When absences cannot be avoided, it is YOUR responsibility to attain class notes and complete the assignments you missed. Always be sure to check the missed work folder for your class and day, and then it is up to you to get the notes you missed (whether it be online or from a classmate). If you know you are going to be absent, please let me know in advance, and obtain any assignments ahead of time. An absence does not relieve the student from the responsibility of meeting deadlines. All make-up work must be completed within one week of the day missed.

Extra Help: If you do not understand a concept you are encouraged to get extra help immediately. I am available during smart lunch and after school if given prior notice.

Conduct: You are expected to be prepared each day for class with your homework, notebook, pencil, paper and calculator. You must be seated and ready to begin class when the bell rings. All assignments including tests and quizzes should be completed in pencil and include student name, date, and class period. Students must show their work; this includes what the student “did in his/her head” and/or “put in the calculator”. Respect the speaker/voice. Remember: no electronic devices, no headphones, no food/drinks (except for water bottle), and no hats permitted. These items distract from our learning environment. Accept responsibility for your grades and actions.All Wake County Schools and Carroll Middle School policies and procedures will be enforced.

Supplies:

Required:

• Binder/Pocket Folder to keep loose papers

• Loose Leaf Notebook Paper (college-ruled is recommended)

• #2 Pencils or Mechanical Pencils

• Poly File Keeper (recommended for new math workbook resources since they are NOT perforated nor are they hole-punched)

• Graph Paper (quarter-inch grid is recommended)

• 3 x 5 Index Cards

• Geometry Tools: Ruler, Protractor and Safe-T Compass

• A Texas Instruments graphing calculator will be provided for use at school. A scientific calculator might be helpful for use at home. No calculator is required to be purchased.

Evaluation: We will be using competency based grading per Carroll guidelines this year.

Course Outline:

1. Rigid Transformations and Congruence

2. Dilations, Similarity, and Introducing Slope

3. Linear Relationships

4. Linear Equations and Linear Systems

5. Functions and Volume

6. Associations in Data

7. Exponents and Scientific Notation

8. Pythagorean Theorem and Irrational Numbers

Math 8 students will be using the Open Up Mathematics Resources. Students will receive a workbook for each major unit, and homework will be assigned nightly. Support materials and videos are available on the website.

HONOR CODE: Cheating of any kind will not be tolerated.

Contact Information: Parents and students with a concern may contact me by e-mail. My school email address is: rmuthusubramanian@wcpss.net

• Surprises at grade report time can be avoided if you consistently check with your child about his/her progress. Reviewing work with your child on a regular basis will help to keep you informed about grades as well as school events. Parents may also keep track of student progress and grades through the use of PowerSchool. Please see Student Services for information on getting an account should you not already have one.

Thank you in advance for your support. I look forward to working with your student and you throughout the coming school year.

Respectfully,

Mrs. Rohini Muthusubramanian

Student Information Sheet

Carroll Middle School: Math 8

Name: _______________________________________________ Preferred Name:____________________

Grade: ____________ Course: _________________________________________ Period: _________

Birthday: ____________________ Age: ______________ Allergies?___________________________

Parent/Guardian Name: _____________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________, NC Zip: ______________

Home Phone: _____________________________

Parent/Guardian (1): ________________________________________ Relationship: __________________

Daytime Phone: ___________________

Parent/Guardian (2): ________________________________________ Relationship: __________________

Daytime Phone: ___________________

Parent/Guardian email (PLEASE print NEATLY) _________________________________________________

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School attended last year __________________________________________________________________

Math Course taken last year ______________________ Teacher ___________________ Final Grade ______

I have read and understand the Common Core Math 8 Class policies and procedures.

Student name ________________________ Parent/Guardian Name ______________________

Student Signature ________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature _______________