2016-17 Accelerated Math 7

Shannon Hallavant

615-904-6789 ext 23359

Welcome to Central Magnet School! I am very excited to have your student in my class this year. I look forward to getting to know him/her and working with you to provide your child a great education. Please read the following information and go over it with your child. They will need to return the signature page to me during the first week of school.

Accelerated Math 7 Course Description:

We will be covering the following topics in class this year. Those in bold are 8th grade topics.

 Lesson 1: Adding Integers /  Lesson 17: Solve Problems with Inequalities /  Lesson 26: Volume of Cylinders, Cones, Spheres
 Lesson 2: Subtracting Integers /  Lesson 1: Properties of Integer Exponents /  Lesson 24: Surface Area of Solids
 Lesson 3: Add and Subtract Integers /  Lesson 2: Square Roots and Cube Roots /  Lesson 25: Understand Plane Sections of Prisms and Pyramids
 Lesson 4: Multiply and Divide Integers /  Lesson 3: Rational and Irrational Numbers /  Lesson 26: Understand Random Samples
 Lesson 5: Terminating and Repeating Decimals /  Lesson 4: Scientific Notation /  Lesson 27: Making Statistical Inferences
 Lesson 6: Multiply and Divide Rational Numbers /  Lesson 5: Operations and Scientific Notation /  Lesson 28: Using Mean and Mean Absolute Deviation to Compare Data
 Lesson 7: Add and Subtract Rational Numbers /  Lesson 11: Represent Proportional Relationships /  Lesson 29: Using Measures of Center and Variability to Compare Data
 Lesson 8: Solve Problems with Rational Numbers /  Lesson 12: Understand the Slope-Intercept Equation /  Lesson 30: Understand Probability Concepts
 Lesson 9: Ratios with Complex Fractions /  Lesson 13: Solve Linear Equations with Rational Coefficients /  Lesson 31: Experimental Probability
 Lesson 10: Understand Proportional Relationships /  Lesson 14: Solutions of Linear Equations /  Lesson 32: Probability Models
 Lesson 11: Equations for Proportional Relationships /  Lesson 18: Problem Solving with Angles /  Lesson 33: Probability of Compound Events
 Lesson 12: Solve Problems with Proportional Relationships /  Lesson 19: Understand Conditions for Drawing Triangles /  Lesson 18: Understand Properties of Transformations
 Lesson 13: Proportional Relationships /  Lesson 20: Area of Composed Figures /  Lesson 19: Transformations and Congruence
 Lesson 14: Equivalent Linear Expressions /  Lesson 21: Area and Circumference of a Circle /  Lesson 20: Transformations and Similarity
 Lesson 15: Writing Linear Expressions /  Lesson 22: Scale Drawings
 Lesson 16: Solve Problems with Equations /  Lesson 23: Volume of Solids

Class Objectives:

Through discovery, active learning, and trial and error, we will be focusing on truly understanding the mathematical concepts in this course. At the end of the year our goal is to have a firm foundational knowledge in preparation for Math 8, be fluent in mathematical language, and have the procedural skills to work through problems efficiently and effectively.

Class Policies:

  1. All school and county rules apply-see student handbook.
  2. Be respectful of property, time, and others.
  3. Be responsible (prepared and engaged in learning).

Class Procedures:

  1. Phones/electronic devices are not allowed in class unless we are using them in our lesson.
  2. Students should remain seated unless permission has been given to get up.
  3. The teacher will dismiss the class. I will tell you to pack up in plenty of time to get ready to leave.
  4. Textbooks will be used in class every day. Students are welcome to keep them in the room but if they choose to take them home, they must bring them to class each day.
  5. No food or drink in class except water, unless there is a health pass.

Consequences for not adhering to class policies and procedures:

1st offense-Conference with student.

2nd offense-Contact with parent.

3rd offense-Contact administration.

Grading Policy:

Based on a total point grading scale each quarter, grades will fall into one of the following categories.

Tests, Quarterly Project, Quizzes, Homeworks, Classwork

Cheating: Any student caught cheating will be automatically referred to administration.

Exams:

The math test will be administered on paper in three subparts during a single testing window. Students will not be allowed to use calculators during the first math subpart. The timing for Math 7 is as follows.

Subpart 1: 40 minutes (no calc)

Subpart 2: 30 minutes (calculator)

Subpart 3: 55 minutes (calculator)

Communication:

Communication is a key part to your child being successful. Many times, students will let you know that they are struggling with a concept before they will tell me. Please, feel free to contact me anytime you have questions or concerns. We all want to make sure your child is getting the best education possible. My email and phone number are on the first page. Many other programs will be used to help keep you in the loop of your child’s education: Email, Remind, Online grades, online textbook, etc. Remind emails – message , Remind texts – message @shallav to the number 81010

Classroom Supplies:

Must have:
Pencils
Paper
2 non-spiral composition books
1 folder
1 pack of graph paper
1 pack of index cards
2 dry erase markers
4 Glue sticks
Optional – TI 83 or 84 graphing calculator is recommended / Wish List:
These are items that will be used in our class. Anything you can provide is greatly appreciated!!!!
Kleenex
Lysol wipes
Glue sticks
Paper Towels
Band-aids
Expo markers
Post-it notes
Hand Sanitizer

Please return the following portion to Mrs. Hallavant:

You have read and understand all of the policies and procedures for Mrs. Hallavant’s class. By signing below, you are agreeing with the policies and procedures in place.

Student’s Printed Name______

Student’s Signature______

Parent/Guardian’s Printed Name______Date:______

Parent/Guardian’s Signature______Parent Email______