Mr. Paul Kim
Pre-Algebra
2017 - 2018
Welcome to the new school year and to Mr. Kim's 7th grade math class. This is the introductory course into the math sequence. This course includes the number system, the ratio and proportional relationships, expressions and equations, geometry, statistics, and probability. These will be the skills necessary for the next levels of mathematics.
Required Supplies: -pencils and eraser (no pens for homework)
-spiral notebook
-textbook
-graph paper
-basic calculator
-Chromebook “I also understand that I have read and signed the student
handbook, which includes information about technology policies.”
Expected behavior: You should arrive to class on time and have all materials ready on top of your desk. There will be NO food, gum, or drinks allowed in the classroom at any time. No electronics of any sort will be out or used in class without the prior approval of the teacher. You shall RESPECT everyone in the class.
To earn the grade of an "O" on your citizenship grade you will follow all the expected behavior as well as participate and cooperate during the class time. You must also have zero tardies in the classroom. An"S" constitutes not following certain behaviors or 1 tardy. An"N" is 3 tardies and a "U" is 4 or more unexcused tardies.
Chromebook: Remember to bring your own personal Chromebook every day to class, even if it is not used. If you do not have it your citizenship and/or grade may drop as a result.
Work Requirements: There will be homework every evening and possibly weekends, unless instructed otherwise. You can check your previous assignments and upcoming assignments online. The assignments on the calendar are prone to change at any time. An appropriately prepared student can expect to spend an average of 20 - 25 minutes per night doing homework. The homework should be ready at the beginning of class for the next day in your notebook. All problems need to be written, all work needs to be shown, and all answers should be circled or highlighted to receive full credit. No partial credit will be given. Each completed homework assignment will be worth 4 points. If you turn in the completed assignment one day late, you can earn 3 points. Beyond the one day, late work will not be accepted! The only exception is due to an excused absence. If you need any assistance you can make an appointment with me. I am usually here in the morning at 7:15 A.M. I am also available during break and lunch. You can also reach me by e-mail at [email protected].
Absence:You will have the same number of days you were absent plus one more day to make up the work. If you are absent for an exam or quiz, you will be given the exam the day you return.
Quizzes: There will be short quizzes given throughout the year. It is given to prepare you for the unit tests.
Projects: Will be announced during the school year.
Tests: Tests will go home once they are graded, unless otherwise stated. We will go over all tests together as a class. Tests may include multiple choice and/or free answer with work required to receive full credit. Students may receive partial credit if the work is done correctly. We will go over the test once it is graded so that the students may see where they made their errors. I recommend that you hold onto your tests to study for future exams, such as the final.
Final Exam: You will be given a final test at the end of each semester, totaling two throughout the entire year. Each final will contain material that was covered in that semester. You will be given plenty of notice before the final.
Extra Credit: I do not give extra credit in this class so please do not ask me. However, if there is a possibility for you to do extra credit, I will let you know.
Letter grade policy: - Formative (quizzes) 20% of grade
Assignments (homework, tasks, and project) 40% of grade
Summative (tests, finals) 40% of grade
Grading: Grade is based on the accumulated percentage of all the points earned.
A- 90% - 100%
B - 80% - 89.9%
C - 70% - 79.9%
D - 60% - 69.9%
F - anything else
Pre-Algebra
2017 - 2018
Welcome to the new school year and to Mr. Kim's 7th grade math class. This is the introductory course into the math sequence. This course includes the number system, the ratio and proportional relationships, expressions and equations, geometry, statistics, and probability. These will be the skills necessary for the next levels of mathematics.
Required Supplies: -pencils and eraser (no pens for homework)
-spiral notebook
-textbook
-graph paper
-basic calculator
-Chromebook “I also understand that I have read and signed the student
handbook, which includes information about technology policies.”
Expected behavior: You should arrive to class on time and have all materials ready on top of your desk. There will be NO food, gum, or drinks allowed in the classroom at any time. No electronics of any sort will be out or used in class without the prior approval of the teacher. You shall RESPECT everyone in the class.
To earn the grade of an "O" on your citizenship grade you will follow all the expected behavior as well as participate and cooperate during the class time. You must also have zero tardies in the classroom. An"S" constitutes not following certain behaviors or 1 tardy. An"N" is 3 tardies and a "U" is 4 or more unexcused tardies.
Chromebook: Remember to bring your own personal Chromebook every day to class, even if it is not used. If you do not have it your citizenship and/or grade may drop as a result.
Work Requirements: There will be homework every evening and possibly weekends, unless instructed otherwise. You can check your previous assignments and upcoming assignments online. The assignments on the calendar are prone to change at any time. An appropriately prepared student can expect to spend an average of 20 - 25 minutes per night doing homework. The homework should be ready at the beginning of class for the next day in your notebook. All problems need to be written, all work needs to be shown, and all answers should be circled or highlighted to receive full credit. No partial credit will be given. Each completed homework assignment will be worth 4 points. If you turn in the completed assignment one day late, you can earn 3 points. Beyond the one day, late work will not be accepted! The only exception is due to an excused absence. If you need any assistance you can make an appointment with me. I am usually here in the morning at 7:15 A.M. I am also available during break and lunch. You can also reach me by e-mail at [email protected].
Absence:You will have the same number of days you were absent plus one more day to make up the work. If you are absent for an exam or quiz, you will be given the exam the day you return.
Quizzes: There will be short quizzes given throughout the year. It is given to prepare you for the unit tests.
Projects: Will be announced during the school year.
Tests: Tests will go home once they are graded, unless otherwise stated. We will go over all tests together as a class. Tests may include multiple choice and/or free answer with work required to receive full credit. Students may receive partial credit if the work is done correctly. We will go over the test once it is graded so that the students may see where they made their errors. I recommend that you hold onto your tests to study for future exams, such as the final.
Final Exam: You will be given a final test at the end of each semester, totaling two throughout the entire year. Each final will contain material that was covered in that semester. You will be given plenty of notice before the final.
Extra Credit: I do not give extra credit in this class so please do not ask me. However, if there is a possibility for you to do extra credit, I will let you know.
Letter grade policy: - Formative (quizzes) 20% of grade
Assignments (homework, tasks, and project) 40% of grade
Summative (tests, finals) 40% of grade
Grading: Grade is based on the accumulated percentage of all the points earned.
A- 90% - 100%
B - 80% - 89.9%
C - 70% - 79.9%
D - 60% - 69.9%
F - anything else