Welcome to Math 7Mr. Kwiatkowski(Quit Cow Ski)
[email protected] www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/rhis
Mr. K’s www.cnusd.k12.ca.us//domain/2508
738-2155 ext. 4363
Math with Mr. Kwiatkowski(Quit Cow Ski)
• B.A. Psychology (University of Delaware)• B.S. Education (University of Delaware)• M.A. Masters in Administration for Education (Point Loma University)
• 17th Year in CNUSD District• Highly Qualified in Mathematics • (CSET & UCLA)• CLAD Certification • (University of San Diego)
Mathematical HeadlinesThis is not your Momma’s Math
• Shift 1: FocusFrom coverage to mastery Focus and deepen instruction
• Shift 2: Coherence Think across grades, and link to major topics within grades
• Shift 3: RigorPursue conceptual understanding, procedural
skill and fluency, and application with equal intensity
Standards for Mathematical Practice
1. Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.
2. Reason abstractly and quantitatively.3. Construct viable arguments and critique the
reasoning of others.4. Model with mathematics.5. Use appropriate tools strategically.6. Attend to precision.7. Look for and make use of structure.8. Look for and express regularity in repeated
reasoning.
• Classroom Rules are consistent with school rules. Students are to demonstrate courtesy and respect at all times. Safety is the primary concern for all. Refer to the student handbook.
• 1. Enter the room calmly, quietly and ready to learn.• 2. Listen and follow directions.• 3. Be prepared for class (paper, pencils, text, notebook,
etc…).• 4. No put downs• 5. Do your Best• 6. Respect and Honesty• 7. No extra items like food, drinks, toys, cell phones or any
other distractions.• 8. Common Sense• 9. Continue to have fun with math.
Materials Grades are based on the following:3 ring binder 1” Assessments 60%Protractor Angle Ruler Assignment/Activities 30% Paper 8 ½ x 11 Participation 10%Pencils DividersHighLightersColor Pens (4)CalculatorFlexible ruler.Colored pens
Point System – Letter grades will correspond to the following:90% - 100% of total possible points = A Way Above Average80% - 89% of total possible points = B Better than Average70% - 79% of total possible points = C Average60% - 69% of total possible points = D Below Average50% - 59% of total possible points = F Far Below
90% - 100% = A Advanced80% - 89% = B Proficient70% - 79% = C Basic60% - 69% = D Below Basic50% - 59% = F Far Below Basic
Assessments (60%)
•Test •Quizzes
Assignments and Activities(30%)
Homework Classwork
Participation (10%)
• Collaboration• Productivity• Time on Task• Academically Prepared
• On Time to Class• All supplies ready• J: Journals• N: Notes
Grades
Vital Information
Late Work accepted with deduction of points
Students responsible for all absent work including test and quizzes
Check for homework completion
Please have WAG signed weekly.
Student and Parents check Q for grades
Mr. Kwiatkowski(Quit Cow Ski)
[email protected] www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/rhis
Mr. K’s www.cnusd.k12.ca.us//domain/2508
738-2155 ext. 4363
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