Mr. Dunn Math

The Mission of the Sossaman Math Department is to provide a safe supportive learning environment at the highest level of

academic excellence that allows all students to maximize their full potential as they develop in becoming competent users of

mathematics in preparation for more advanced studies of Math and Science.

Sossaman Math Team

8th Grade Curriculum

Emphasis will be placed on

-Integers Exponents and Scientific Notation -Concept of Congruence-Similarity-Linear Equations-Functions from Geometry -Linear Functions-Introduction of Irrational Numbers

• Organizes the student (Input Output)• Supports Mathematical Practices• Helps students sequence assignments• Encourages pride in student work• Facilitates cooperative interaction• Appeals to multiple intelligences• Provides opportunities to spiral instruction

and facilitate learning• Allow for ongoing Student Parent

Communication

Interactive Notebook

Technology in the Classroom

• Internet• iPads• Edmodo• Video Tutorials– Khan Academy, Virtual Nerd

• Teacher Page Cory Dunn– Math Links– Letters to Parents– ACCRS – Student Resources

www.edmodo.com

Grades are based on: 80/2080% Assessment 20% CW/HW

• Semester Final Exam (20%)• Assessments (60%) Chapter Tests, Benchmarks, Quizzes, Checkpoints• Classwork (10%): bell work, interactive

notebook, participation and any other work assigned

• Homework (10%): based on effort, work shown, neatness and completeness.

• Retakes and Resubmits are available

Homework

– Expect Math homework!–Weekly On line Assignments Ten

Marks, IXL– Students should plan accordingly– ASD

Communication

Good communication between parent, teacher, and student is critical to ensure academic success.Stay current on your child’s progress

– Synergy on line grade book– Edmodo.com– INB

Please feel free to contact me.– Email Cory.Dunn@husd.org– Conference by appointmentDue to time constraints tonight,any questions should be writtenon an index card with your Email Address.

Thank You!

• Thanks for being here for your child.• I look forward to a great school year.• Any questions should be written on

an index card with your email address.