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Welcome to Coach Friday’s Math Class!!
1. Grab a note card and fold it in half (hot dog way!). Write your first and last name on it very LARGE on both sides with a black Sharpie!!
2. Grab an information sheet and fill it out!!
3. When finished, sit quietly at your desk!
All About me…• I grew up in Ohio • I went to college at
Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama
• I met my husband there and moved to Texas in 2011
• We got married April 27th, 2012 and rescued our dog, ANNIE!
• I have always loved math and hope to share the excitement with you all!
What I did this summer!• Traveled to Ohio to visit family• Went to DISNEY WORLD for the first time!• Embroidered #DesignsByFriday• Relaxed by the Lake• AND checked off #1 on my bucket list….
Went to DISNEY WORLD!!!!
What I LOVE!!!
My Family
Sports
Embroidery
Shopping
Cookies and Milk
Board Games
Snow
Movies
The Ohio State Buckeyes
Cheese
Pringles
What I don’t LIKE!
Snakes
Spiders
Roller Coasters
Jalapeños
Thieves
Cheating
Bullying
Mums
My Schedule
• 1st Period: • 2nd Period: • 3rd Period: Algebra I• 4th Period: Algebra I• 5th Period: Algebra I• 6th Period: PLC• 7th Period: Algebra I• 8th Period: Conference
8th Grade On-Level Math
Classroom Rules
1. Be Responsible:– Follow directions the first time– Bring all materials to class– Be in your seat BEFORE the bell rings
2. Be Respectful:– Do not talk when the teacher is talking– Raise your hand for permission to speak– No put-downs– Keep hands and feet to your self– Leave others’ belongings along– If you make a mess, clean it up!
3. Be your BEST!!!
Backpacks/Cell phones/Music• District/Campus policy• Backpacks
– Under your feet below your desk– In the wired compartment under your chair!
• Cell Phones– Restricted and will be stored out of sight unless used for instruction
• Music/Head Phones– Restricted and will be stored out of sight unless notified by me!
• Taken up… 1. The teacher takes the phone documents date and place rule was violated. 2. The phone is given to the student’s assistant principal (A-L Davis) (M-Z Blowers) 3. The teacher notifies the parent is notified by the end of the school day. Document conversation with parent. 4. The teacher documents date and place rule was violated.
1st offense- student picks up phone from appropriate AP at the end of the day.2nd offense-the parent must pick up the phone from the appropriate AP.3rd offense- the parent must pick up the phone at the end of the next school day.
Absent/Tardy Policy• If Absent:
– You are responsible for what is covered in class
– Check the Homework Calendar or “Absent folder”
– Lesson plans on Website– See me the day you
return to school with any questions
• If Tardy:• You will be marked Tardy in Skyward
– 1st tardy =warning – 2nd tardy=warning– 3rd tardy=warning– 4th tardy=1 restricted lunch
(sitting at a designated table away from friends--no talking allowed)
– 5th tardy=2 restricted lunches– 6th tardy= 1 office d-hall (4:00-
5:30)– 7th tardy=2 office d-halls – 8th tardy =FNS (4:00-7:00)– 9th tardy (thereafter)=FNS and or
restricted lunch until served.
Discipline:
• 1st time: Given a Warning• 2nd time: Given a warning or D-Hall• 3rd time: 15 minute D-Hall• 4th time: 30 minute D-Hall after school and
parent contact• 5th time: Referral written• Severe Disruption: Student is sent to the office
immediately
Classroom Procedures• Directions are ALWAYS on board when you
walk in!!– Complete Warm-up work (SCR) and turn homework into
tray/hotspot.• Bring all materials to class EVERY DAY• Keep your notebook organized and binder• All papers in pencil, on loose-leaf paper, and with appropriate
header• NO WORK=NO CREDIT!• If you borrow a pencil from me, leave your shoe!• Write down homework assignments• Do NOT ask to use the restroom or get a drink during instruction
time!
Supplies for Class
Bring to class:1. Lots of sharpened pencils
2. Grading pens (red)3. Yellow highlighter4. Loose Leaf Paper
5. Glue Sticks6. Math Notebook
7. Math Folder****Warm-up notebook and Math Workbook stay in
room****
Class Competition/Rewards
• 1 of my 5 classes will get a free day/PARTY every 6 weeks by getting class points
• Get points by:– Whole class turning in homework on the day its due– Receiving the highest class grade on a test– Working hard and staying on task
• Other rewards:– Praise, positive notes/calls home, whole-class music
time or free time, and various party perks
Grading
Grading• 10 daily/3 tests
– Homework– Quizzes (Skills Check
Reviews)– Tests– Projects
• E-mail weekly progress reports
• Text reminders with Remind 101
Tutorials
–EVERY MORNING 8:00-8:30 –Must check
in at tutorial table!
Late WorkLate Work Policy for Homework or Daily Grades:
Turn it in on designated date: Grade as normal1 day late: -10 points2 days late: -20 points3 days late:-30 points4 or more days late: student will receive a 0 with no
opportunity to redo for a higher grade
BUT THE WORK WILL STILL BE COMPLTETED!
REDOOn-Level• If On Level students score BELOW 70
on a daily assignment, the students will be presented with two tutorial times the teacher is available to re-teach. The higher of the 2 grades will be recorded with a maximum grade of 70.
• If On Level students receive failing grades on a major project or test grade, a re-teach opportunity and redo will be provided, but the maximum score for the redo will be 70 (per district policy).
• If the student fails to attend either tutorial opportunity. The grade on the original assignment “stands.”
PAP/ Algebra• If a Pre-AP student scores BELOW
70 on any assignment, the student and parent will be presented with a tutorial time the teacher is available to re-teach. The first grade, however, will stand in the grade book.
• If s/he receives a failing grade on a major project or test grade, a re-teach opportunity and redo will be provided for a grade no higher than a 70 (per district policy).
Tests Not Finished in ClassStudents will have 3 days to come to tutorials to finish tests. If they do not come in during the 3 days, the test will be graded as is.
Around the Room
• Homework Hotspot and Trays
• Pencils• Word Wall• Paper• Pencil Sharpener• TEKs• Assignments
• CALCULATORS• Books• Teacher Desk
Text Reminders• On-Level 1st/2nd math
Text @Friday1st to 81010 • 3rd Period Algebra
Text @Friday3rd to 81010 • 4th Period Algebra
Text @Friday4th to 81010• 5th Period Algebra
Text @Friday5th to 81010 • 7th Period Algebra
Text @Friday3rd to 81010
Algebra APPS
• Virtual Nerd Homework Tutor: Texas
• Pearson BouncePages
My Goals this School Year
1. That each student enjoys math a little bit more than last year
2. Make each student well-prepared for the STAAR Test/ EOC
3. Prepare you for high school math!4. To give 110% everyday to my students
