Course Syllabus

Purpose of this syllabus: This syllabus provides an overview of the course goals, expectations, materials, and assessment criteria.

Course Title: Math 2/3

Teacher:  Geetika  Bansal.

Contact Information: Room #D3, bansalg@issaquah.wednet.edu

Phone # 425-837-4197

Course Description: This course focuses on Pre Algebraic concepts such as Analyzing and Solving Linear Equations and Inequalities, Surface Area and Volume, Probability etc.

Course Goals:  Upon successful completion of Math 2/3, students will have the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the subsequent math courses, including Algebra 1,Geometry, Algebra 2 and beyond.

 

Course Outline by Trimester:  

The middle school is based on trimesters. However, we will follow the high school schedule. There will be a final exam in January and June.

Trimester 1-

• Solve Problems Using Equations and Inequalities
• Use Sampling and Draw inferences about Population
• Probability
• Solve Problems Involving Geometry

Trimester 2-

• Real Numbers
• Analyze and Solve Linear Equations
• Use Functions to Model Relationships
• Investigate Bivariate Data

Trimester 3-

• Analyze and Solve Systems of Linear Equations
• Congruence and Similarity
• Understand and Apply Pythagorean Theorem
• Solve Problems Involving Surface Area and Volume

The order of the Units are subjected to variation if needed.

Support:

I am here to help you succeed. If you ever need extra support, please don't hesitate to reach out. I am always available during BBT tutoring times and other times as arranged.

Required Course Materials and Supplies

• Technology including access to Canvas  
• Textbooks  - A workbook will be signed out to each student . An online book is available.
• Graph notebook - spiral, composition
• Scientific Calculator is (TI-30 X IIS or TI-30XS are recommended)
  
  • You will not need a graphing calculator until Algebra 2.
• Pencils, erasers, colored pencils, and a ruler (All assessments must be done in pencil or erasable pen)

 

Grading Policies

Grade Percentages:

Letter Grade    Range

A                       100% - 93%

A-                      <93% - 90%

B+                     <90% - 87%

B                       <87% - 83%

B-                      <83% - 80%

C+                     <80% - 77%

C                       <77% - 73%

C-                     <73% - 70%

D+                    <70% - 67%

D                      <67% - 60%

F                      <60% - 0

S,U,P - Override Grades

Note: Grades will NOT be rounded, an 89.9999 is a B+. There is no extra credit offered.

 

Assessment Criteria 

Grading categories and types of work: This is called Assignment Groups in Canvas, Assignment Group Weights

Summative- Unit Tests, Projects, Finals- 65%

Formative- Quizzes, Exit Tickets- 25%

Homework- 10%

Assessments will be returned to students and should be used to study for final exams. 

Recovery Plans:

Access to recovery is available on select summative assessments when the student has earned less than 80% on the assessment. 

• NO retakes on Quizzes.
• NO retakes on Projects.
• Summative Tests - Students may retake each summative test ONE time and will have the opportunity to score a maximum of 80%. 

Criteria to be eligible for retakes:

a) All homework and assignments for the unit must be completed prior to the original test date.

b) Test corrections must be completed on a separate sheet of paper for every problem missed. You must redo the problem entirely, show all of your work, and be able to explain your incorrect answers.

c) You must make arrangements to meet with me to review your test and corrections and to schedule your retake.

d) Original tests must be returned to the teacher prior to completing recovery.  

e) A recovery date will be provided. These are typically during Wednesday BBT. If the student no shows without prior communication, the student has forfeited the recovery opportunity and is accepting the original grade earned.

f) Recovery is at the teacher's discretion.

 

Homework:

Homework is for you to practice what you have learned in class. Homework will be assessed in different ways. It may be checked for completeness, collected, specific problems may be turned in for grading. Be prepared for it to be checked every day. I expect you to show your work on all assignments, tests, and quizzes. All book problems along with most worksheet answers will be posted in modules. I expect you to check your answers and come to class asking questions on what you don't understand.  Late assignments are accepted up until the Topic/Unit test. After that they will not be accepted for credit.

Grading Adjustments (Rounding, Bumping, etc.):

• Due to the recovery opportunity, grades will NOT be rounded. 
• All missing work will be entered into the gradebook as a zero. Once submitted and graded, the gradebook will be updated.

 

Classwork Expectations  

Expectations:

• All submitted work must be your own, written in your own words.
  • Copying someone else's work to complete your assignment is considered cheating.
• All work on tests must be your own.
• Academy dishonesty, as outlined in the student handbook, is strictly prohibited.

Consequences:

• Assignments not completed through a student's own effort and expression will be deemed cheating and will result in a grade of zero for the respective assignment.
• Instances of cheating will be documented in the SWIS (PBIS Program) system, alerting administration and to document the instance.
• Student's guardian will also be contacted.

Academic Integrity: Please refer to the ISD student handbook for the districtwide academic integrity policy. Issaquah School District High School Student Handbook.Links to an external site.

Absences

• Extended absences for any reason will affect your grade.
• The student is responsible for making up all missed work.
• Missing work will be entered as a zero until submitted and graded.
• All assignments will be available on Canvas in Modules and hard copies will be available in the classroom.
• If you miss an assessment, be prepared to to take it the day you return to class unless a previous arrangement has been made.
• If your absence is unexcused, all assignments and/or assessments will be entered as a zero and are not eligible to be made up.

Communication

Communication regarding classwork or tests should come directly from the student. While messages via email/Canvas are accepted, it is expected that students speak directly to me and always check for a response to an electronic communication.

General Expectations

• Ask questions
• Stay current with your work
• Be ready for class at the beginning of the period
• No cell phones or Bluetooth headphones
• No food or gum (this is also a science room)
• Respect the teacher, your classmates, yourself, and the environment
• Listen and speak kindly to each other
• You are responsible for your learning
• Take risks, be brave
• Have fun