Mr. York’s 8th grade math class

Welcome, students!

Welcome to 8th Grade! I will introduce you

to eighth grade and to our classroom.

If you have any questions during my presentation, please raise your hand and wait to be called on.

Topics to Be Covered Expectations Grading Classroom Rules Math Supplies Being Prepared for Class Homework/Classwork policy Web Site Organization is key Teacher Policy PBS Matrix

Expectations My job is to teach. Your job is to learn. Time is limited so efficiency is

important. Be in your seat and ready to work when the bell rings.

Read the text and take notes. Be prepared with necessary

materials for class.

Grading All assignments, both formal and

informal will be graded on the following scale.

1. Tests 25%2. Quizzes/Pop Test 25%3. Classwork 25%4. Homework 15%5. Class participation/effort 10% All assignments will be worth a

possible 100 points. Assignments must be turned in on time. If not a lower grade can be expected.

Classroom Rules Be on time and bring all

needed materials to class. Be in your seat and ready

to work when the bell rings. Respect and be polite to all

people. Listen and stay seated

when someone is talking. Respect other people’s

property. Obey all school rules.

Math Supplies (2) 1.5 inch ring binder or

3 hole notebook. (15-20) sheet protectors,

top loading. Generous supply of

notebook paper. Generous supply of graph

paper. Composition book. Tab dividers. #2 pencils. Zippered pencil pouch.

Suggested supplies for homework Calculator – at least four

function with √ key. Compass Protractor Ruler Markers – pencil or

crayon Dictionary

Be prepared for class Students are to be prepared

with necessary materials needed for class.

Students without pencils, books, and other supplies disrupt the instruction process.

Disruptions of class when students are not prepared could receive disciplinary action.

Students that are disruptive will be subject to PBS rules.

Please refer to classroom rules or the PBS matrix.

Homework/Classwork Homework/classwork will most

often be assigned daily. Homework/classwork is to be

completed on loose-leaf notebook/graph paper using a pencil.

It must be labeled in the upper-right hand corner with name, page numbers and dates performed.

ALL MATH PROBLEMS ARE TO BE COPIED AND ALL WORK MUST BE SHOWN.

Homework/Classwork cont.

Missed homework/classwork must be made up by the next school day to receive a passing grade.

If the assignment is not turned in on time, a zero can be expected.

Missing assignments can result in parent letters, lunch detention, or ISS.

The most often cause of student failure in school is not completing or turning in assignments.

It is your responsibility to get your assignments.

Math Web site There are a number of important

links on my web site for math. david_york@pender.k12.nc.us

Algebra help Pre-Algebra Help Study Island Math Dictionary Interactive Math Graph paper Study Guide for students/parents

Organization is the key to a successful year.

Students are expected to bring all materials necessary for class.

Student’s planners are required at all times in math class. Your planner will be used for assignment notation, hall passes and communication with parents.

All test/quizzes, classwork, and homework will be required to be kept in your class notebook (provided by teacher). Random checks of the notebook will be done for a grade.

Organization cont. A math dictionary will be required of each

student. (composition book) In each chapter we will discuss math

vocabulary that is important and students will record these along with definitions and examples of each.

This will also be checked periodically for a grade.

We will spend class time organizing your binders and dictionary so you will know where to find certain items. If you are asked to produce items for verification and cannot, they are not much good to you.

Tardiness There will be no tardy bell for 8th grade. Class starts when the teacher begins. If you aren’t in the classroom by the

time the teacher begins class, please check in at the school office before coming to class.

If you are tardy three times, it may be counted as an absence.

Teacher Policy

• My door is always open to you as my student or as an individual. I will discuss in confidence anything you feel is important to your success at school.

• Also, I will discuss in confidence any issues you wish to talk about that may be personal or non-school related issues.

• Anything we discuss is confidential and will remain so. Your confidence in me as a teacher and person are important and necessary for us to succeed.

Positive Behavior System MatrixAll

Settings Classroom Media

Center Computer

Lab Cafeteria Gym/Assembly Breezeway Bathrooms Hallways

You follow all adult

directions

You use your inside

voice

You will use your library voice-

whisper

You will have adult supervision at all times

You will enter with

your teacher

You follow all safety rules when using equipment

You walk quietly

and in an orderly manner

You keep walls and stalls free of graffiti

You walk on the right side of

the hallway

You help keep the school

orderly

You use time wisely

You keep the

library orderly

You will enter and exit in an orderly manner

You will stay in your

assigned place

You follow all game rules and

routine

You talk quietly

You keep bathroom

clean

You walk

quietly so others

can continue learning

You keep hands to yourself

and maintain personal

space

You have all

necessary supplies

You keep hands to yourself

and maintain personal

space

You will turn the

mouse over before

exiting the lab

You sit with the class you

enter with

You keep all walls and seats free of graffiti

You keep your

hands and feet to

yourself

You respect others

privacy

You return to

class promptly

You ask permission

to leave any setting and have a

pass

You are on time

You will sign in and out unless

you are with your

class

You will use your

time wisely

You clean tables before

your class leaves

You need permission to use the gym restrooms if

you are not in gym class

You need to keep to the right

of the sidewalk

at all times

You wash your

hands each visit

You keep

bulletin boards

neat and clean

You report any

problems to a

teacher or admin

verbally or use

counselor’s form

You hand in

assignments on time

You will be

respectful of other in the

library

You will keep the lab clean

and orderly

You use your inside voice

You need to keep

moving on the

sidewalk

You deposit all

trash in proper

waste can

You keep your

hands and feet

to yourself

You walk to the right

in all settings

You are respectful

of classmates

and teachers

You will enter and exit in an orderly manner

You will leave all

food, drink, and chewing

gum outside of

the lab

You follow your

teachers directions

You keep your

hands and feet to

yourself

You have a pass if

you are not with

your class at all times

You enter and exit in an orderly

manner

You will use your

planner in each class

You will not chew gum in

the media center

You need special

permission to take

food and drink

from the cafeteria

You put trash into

proper receptacles or recycle

bucket

You will restrain

from placing

graffiti on school

property

You will restrain

from throwing

any objects in school or on the

bus

Let’s Have a Great Year!