Welcome to Math 7

Welcome to Math 7Mr. Kwiatkowski(Quit Cow Ski)

mkwiatkowskirhis@gmail.comSchool 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)

mkwiatkowskirhis@gmail.comSchool www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/rhis

Mr. K’s www.cnusd.k12.ca.us//domain/2508

738-2155 ext. 4363

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