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Welcome to our math classroom! This page outlines the expectations and procedures that help us create a focused, respectful learning environment where everyone can succeed.
Behavior Expectations
Behavior Expectations
- Be Here
Come to class ready to engage. When you're in math class, your focus should be on math—put distractions away and be present with the material and your classmates.
- Be Safe
Keep our classroom a physically and emotionally safe space for everyone.
- Be Respectful
Listen and participate without interrupting when the teacher or classmates are speaking
Move around the room purposefully and only when appropriate
Follow directions promptly and completely
Use kind and appropriate language at all times
- Be Responsible
Advocate for yourself—if you need help, ask! Request a pass, stay after school, or schedule time for additional instruction
Give your best effort every day
Supporting Your Success
Supporting Your Success
I'm here to help you meet these expectations. If you're struggling, we'll work together to find solutions. However, if behavior choices continue to prevent learning, there will be natural consequences, which may include:
Parent/guardian contact
Conference with school administration
Loss of privileges (parking permit, Chromebook, assigned seating at lunch, etc.)
Lunch or after-school detention
In-school or out-of-school suspension
Alternative education placement
Expulsion
Taking Notes
Taking Notes
Effective notes are your foundation for success. During class, actively engage in discussions, record how solutions are developed, jot down key reminders, and highlight important concepts. Your notes become a valuable reference when completing assignments and preparing for assessments.
Grading Scale
Grading Scale
Assignments
Assignments
Timeline & Expectations
Timeline & Expectations
Expect to have math homework every day. That said, I don't want to overwhelm you. You should be able to complete each assignment in 20-30 minutes. If you consistently require more than 45 minutes to do your math homework, let's talk about how you can become more efficient.
The only way to learn math is to do math, just as the only was to become more a more accurate basketball shooter is to shoot baskets. Caitlyn Clark is the best shooter I've ever seen. She didn't develop her accuracy by watching others. She picked up a ball and flung it at the basket...a LOT! She practiced all sorts of a shoots from all over the court. She doesn't just practice until she makes each shot, she practices until she almost can't miss.
Nobody is perfect, but practice will make the skills we learn in class permanent, which is essential for long-term retention.
Grading & Late Work
Grading & Late Work
Daily assignments are graded for completion, not accuracy—what matters is that you attempted each problem. Late assignments are accepted, but only until the unit test. You are encouraged stay on pace. Falling behind makes it harder to build on new concepts, so completing work on time really does matter.
Always Show Your Work
Always Show Your Work
Showing your work isn't just a requirement—it's how we learn. We can only identify and fix mistakes when we can see your thinking. Document everything: calculations done by hand, steps in your head, and inputs into your calculator. Writing out your process before using a calculator is especially important because it helps me see whether errors come from your math reasoning or from calculator operation.
Why This Matters
Why This Matters
Your work is the evidence of your learning. Without it, I can't give you meaningful feedback, and you can't build on your understanding. Complete work = complete learning.
Useful Tools
Useful Tools
Your Teacher – I'm here to help whenever you need it. You're never an interruption; you're the reason I'm here! Stuck on a problem outside class? Email me a photo of your work, and I'll guide you toward the next step or help you spot where you went off track.
Your Classmates – Two minds are always better than one. Partner up for activities or study sessions.
My Website – All materials and tools we use are linked here.
Specific Policies
Specific Policies
Hall Passes
Hall Passes
Passing time between classes is built in for you to move between classrooms, visit your locker, socialize, use the restroom, get food or water, and prepare for class. If you need to leave during class for personal needs, I can grant permission to one student at a time. This should be rare—use passing time to handle these things when possible.
Calculators
Calculators
Bring your own calculator if possible; you'll use it frequently in and out of class. Since Chromebooks aren't allowed on quizzes and tests, practicing with a physical calculator now builds real proficiency. To deepen your understanding: complete calculations by hand first, then use the calculator to verify your answer. For complex problems requiring a calculator, write your input expression on paper before entering it—this helps me see whether any mistakes come from math reasoning or calculator operation.
Food & Drinks
Food & Drinks
You're welcome to eat and drink during class as long as it doesn't distract others. Please dispose of wrappers and crumbs properly, and keep tables dry (use a napkin as a coaster). This privilege depends on everyone respecting these expectations.
Absences
Absences
All class materials are posted online. When you're absent, scan and email your work to me or turn it in the next class. Regardless of whether your absence is excused, you're responsible for arranging with me to make up missed material and assessments promptly.
Dismissal
Dismissal
Class ends when I dismiss it, not when the bell rings. You may begin packing up no more than one minute before the period ends. Leaving without being dismissed will result in an absence mark.
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