Junior Academy Math Information

Dear Students & Parents,

Welcome to San Jose Charter Academy. I am very excited to begin the 2011-2012 school year! I want to take this time to introduce myself to you and to give you some important information about my classroom. Were off to a good start. Im enjoying getting to know your child and look forward to meeting you personally during our Back to School Night. Im sure you are as committed as I am to seeing that your child gets off to a good start. For that reason, I am sending a copy of my classroom rules, a list of basic student responsibilities, my homework policy, and a description of some of the procedures I use to keep you informed. When problems arise in the classroom, I will make a complete effort to resolve the matter individually with the student. If we are unable to resolve the problem, then I often ask parents for support and assistance. Together we can usually resolve problems early and get students pointed in the right direction. Please support me by reviewing the attached lists of classroom rules, student responsibilities, and homework policy with your child, and indicate a telephone number where you can be reached during school hours. Thanks for your support. Lets have a fantastic year! Sincerely,

Mr. Salcido Mr. Malana manuel.salcido@sjea.edisonlearning.com mark.malana@sjea.edisonlearning.com 626.856.1693 ext. 5012 626.856.1693 ext. 5014

Mrs. Sherred sarah.sherred@sjea.edisonlearning.com

626.856.1693 ext. 5013

Mrs. Cooper kerri.cooper@sjea.edisonlearning.com

626.856.1693 ext. 5009

Math Class Expectations

My expectations for you in my math class: 1. Cooperate with your teacher. 2. Respect the rights and property of others. 3. Follow the Core Values. 4. Carry out your student responsibilities.

Student Responsibilities
Keep track of your own books and assignments. Start your work on time and allow enough time to finish. Ask for help when you need it. Do your own work and turn it in on time. Accept responsibilities for grades or other consequences.

Absent & Tardy Policies

Absent:
If you are absent you are allowed to make up any of the work that you have missed. You will be given as many days as you are absent from the day you return to complete the assignment. Since a chapter syllabus will be given to you, you will know what class work you will have missed.

Tardy Policy:

1st Tardy: Warning Other tardiness: Lunch Detention

Please do not be tardy to class! You need to make sure that you are here for the ENTIRE class period. Every minute counts!

Math Materials Provided for Each Student

Class Book Practice Workbook CA Standards Practice Workbook DVD-ROM Access to www. classzone.com

Student Materials Suggested

1 inch binder Dividers Pencils Lead pencils are acceptable! Bring enough lead. Paper (college ruled) Scientific Calculator (optional for the student, should be around $10-$15) Eraser Highlighters Dry Erase Markers (4 of any color) will be used on a daily basis.

Grading Policy
Tests Quizzes Homework Class work Projects 50% 20% 5% 15% 10%

Class work & Homework

Class work and homework are given DAILY with the exception of a few days here and there, but generally assignments are given each day. The day prior to the test students are required to study and make sure that they have reviewed their notes and prior assessments. It is essential for homework to be completed on a daily basis. Homework provides students with opportunities to deepen their understanding and skills presented in class. Homework is discussed, reviewed, and graded every class period. Classwork will be reviewed in class. Make sure that your questions are cleared up before you leave school each day. **LATE class work and homework assignment will not be accepted.

Test/Quizzes
Students will be assessed periodically throughout the quarter. Expect the following assessments: Two to three quizzes per chapter One to two tests per chapter.

Make Up Tests Policy

Students are allowed to retake one test per term. The student will need to fulfill requirements from their teacher. Parent Signature Test Corrections Review session with teacher

Projects
Several projects will be given to your student. Some may be individual, partner, or group oriented projects, but all projects will be worked on at school.

Helpful Math Websites

www.SJCAmathbytes.blogspot.com www.arcademicskillbuilders.com www.everydaymath.com www.classzone.com
Resources you will find on these websites are the following: Online textbook Help with Math Extra Practice Games and Activities Online Tutoring Practice Tests

Wish list
These items will be needed all year long and are GREATLY APPRECIATED! Dry Erase Markers Pencils Lined (College Ruled)/Graph Paper Kleenex (your kids need these all the time!!) Air Fresheners Clorox Wipes

STUDENT INFORMATION FORM

Student Full Name: ______________________________________________________ What I enjoy about math: __________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ Areas of Math I would like to work on this year: ________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________

PARENT INFORMATION FORM

(Please write legibly)
Name of Parent/Guardians:

Mother: _______________________________Primary Phone: __________________ Email: ________________________________________________________________

Father: _______________________________ Primary Phone: ___________________ Email: ________________________________________________________________

Guardian: _____________________________ Primary Phone: __________________

Email: _________________________________________________________________

*****Please Return to Your Math Teacher*****

Math Checkout Form

Dear Parents/Guardians, Our school has provided two sets of textbooks for each student in grades 6th thru 8th. One set will be left in the classroom for your child to use during school hours and the other set (DVD ROM) is for your child to have and keep at home. This will help alleviate the amount of textbooks your child is carrying. In order for us to be able to check the textbook out to your child, we need you to sign and return this page. This will let us know that you understand the conditions under which you are checking out the book. Thank you for your cooperation.

**All Math Resources are available online @ www.classzone.com**

Conditions: Your child will be responsible for Class Book and DVD-ROM at all times If lost or damaged the cost $75.00 in order for us to replace each of the items. Your child will return the DVD-ROM at the end of the year Thank You, San Jose Charter Academy Math Department
Student Name: _____________________________________ Students Math Teacher: _____________________________ Please check one. _______YES! My child is allowed to bring a mathematics DVD-ROM home. _______ NO! I do not agree with the conditions and I am not allowing my student to bring a mathematics DVD-ROM home. Grade: _____________

Textbooks can be checked out upon request.

I have read and understand the conditions under which my child will be allowed to bring a textbook home. Parent/Guardian Signature: ______________________________________ Date Given Book Number DVD ROM Condition Student Initial Date Returned Teacher Initial