G7 Math

Introduction to Math Class

Warm-upDescribe some things you did over the

summer that were made possible by the use of math. Explain how you think math was involved. Use complete sentenced.

What is this class?Grade 7 MathReal numbers, Ratios & Rates &

Proportions, Angles, 2 & 3-Dimensional Figures, Linear Equations, Statistics & Probability

A Basis for Higher Level Math - You will need more math to graduate from high school

A Basis for G8 ScienceA Basis for the type of math all adults use

in home and work

Who am I?Mrs. Keller7 years teaching Grade 7 MathDegree in Computer Science, which

requires a lot of math22 years writing computer software and

network management software

How do you reach me?pkeller@rcsdk8.netCall NSA (650)482-2411Put a note in my mailboxRoom 105

Daily 8:00 – 8:30 AMFind me at lunchBy appointment

www.rcsdk8.net, Schools: North Star Academy, Classrooms, 7th Grade Classrooms, Mrs. Keller

Breakdown of the Year6 Unit, each about 5 weeks longQuizzes (20 min) Test (45 min)Practical ApplicationsThinking ProblemsMath notebook, 8 ½ X 11 spiral notebook

with a pocket, dedicated to math class – this will be graded

MARS assessment Tests

HomeworkAbout 1 to 10 problems 25 minutes a night. Prorated with parent

signature.Show your work for full credit.Readable, you may use a computer to write

the equations.Late fee of 25% per day.Two one day late passes per trimester.

ProjectsProjects are a way to look deeper into

the applications of math. Past projects include:OctahedronScale modelBuying an expensive objectTessellation

Wait, What Happened to the Book?The book we used last year does not align

to the Common Core StandardsThere is no book available that does.We have not textbook this year. Take good

notes. Keep track of your handouts.If you want to borrow the old textbook for

reference, sign up for one.

I will see about putting lectures online for future references.

Tonight’s HomeworkNone

Ticket OutOn the back of warm upWhat are you looking forward to in math?

What are you most concerned about? Use complete sentences.