Math Topics Syllabus– Mrs. Barr Earl Warren Middle School, Room 13 Email: [email protected] Website: https://sites.google.com/a/sduhsd.net/barr/ Phone: (858) 755-1558 What is Math Topics (MT)? MT is a course designed as an elective to take concurrently, in place of another elective, while enrolled in Math A/B. The purpose of MT is to support your student with the material presented in his/her regular math classes. Who enrolls in MT? Any Math A/B student who previously struggled to earn, or has difficulty maintaining, a grade that s/he wants. All enrolled students need to be motivated to improve. An MT student completes his/her homework each day, but may have difficulty with the concepts. Typically this student has been identified by his/her math teacher. There are usually no behavior issues to contend with in MT because every student is there to learn and wants to perform better. If there are behavior issues, that student may be asked to find another elective! What is done in MT? Your student’s grade will largely depend upon his/her homework completion in Math class, his/her completion and participation in MT class activities including his/her practice on the ALEX computer program. Although we will have daily warm ups, there will be no new homework assigned in MT. There will be a thorough review of the homework assigned in math classes, along with preparation for quizzes and tests. We will stay away from extra drill practice and explore the math topics through inquiries and discussions. Although there is no guarantee on success in regular math courses, most students will improve their number fluency and increase their mathematical confidence to continue being successful throughout high school and beyond. Classroom Expectations:  Do your very best and be nice to everyone  Be seated and working when the bell rings  No gum, food, or drinks (except water)  Cell phones and other electronic devices may only be used with teacher permission Consequences:  3 strikes earns a behavior journal time out  4th strike letter home with copy of behavior journal  Any other offenses: Detention, phone calls and/or parent conferences

Suggested Materials: Bring Math Binder Daily with HW attempted  Extra lined and/or graph paper  Pencils with erasers  Pen for correcting your work  A positive attitude and hunger for knowledge!  Grading Policy:  Homework from Regular Math Class  Class Activities 30%  ALEX program 30%

*Students may use their personal learning device (PLD) during class at teacher’s discretion to enhance learning. PLD’s will be given to the assistant principal for parent pick up if used inappropriately during class. Grading Scale: A+ 100% A 93 – 99% C 73 – 76% A– 90 – 92% C– 70 – 72% B+ 87 – 89% D+ 67 – 69% B 83 – 86% D 63 – 66% B– 80 – 82% D– 60 – 62% C+ 77 – 79% F Under 60%

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