Expectations

Expectations = = =**I want to take this opportunity to let you know some of the expectations I have in my classes, as well as some support systems that I offer.**=

__Homework__: Homework will be assigned most nights. It is graded for completion, not correctness. This gives your child the opportunity to determine if he/she understands the material presented without being penalized. Late assignments are accepted for credit. = = = = =**1. Assigned and done daily (even if late or absent) in spiral notebook.**= = = = = =**IF ABSENT: Check class wiki, email me OR be sure to check in with me BEFORE your class period.**= = = =**http://dfigge.wikispaces.com**= = = = = = = =**2. Required format in spiral notebook:**= = = =**Top of page should have page number and problem numbers**= = = =**-SHOW ALL WORK!!!**= = = =**-Work should be done neatly**= = = = = =**3. Correct previous day’s work in spiral with penrework missed problems so you can learn from your mistakes.**= = = = = =**4. There will be regular homework quizzes in which you will use your spiral to show that you have been doing and correcting your homework. Correct work and answers must be shown.**= = = = = = = = = =**__Grading__:**= = = = = =**1. Homework (2 points each day)**= = = = = =**2. Homework/Mini Quizzes: Using only your spiral, you reproduce requested problems with work and answers.**= = = = = =**3. Quizzes (usually 20-35 points each). There are one or two per chapter.**= = = = = =**4. Tests (usually 50-60 points each). There is a test after each each chapter.**= = = = = =**5. Participation, Projects, Mathematics Station Activities.**= = = = = = = = = =**__Class Rules__:**= = = =**- __Be Respectful__**= = = =**- Demonstrate the pillars of Character Counts (Trustworthiness, Respect,**= = = =**Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, Citizenship). This applies to your peers,**= = = =**teachers, and all adults in the building.**= = = =**- Please treat all classroom materials with respect.**= = = = = =**- __Be Responsible__**= = = =**- Be sure all supplies are in class every day. You will not be allowed to go to**= = = =**your locker during class time.**= = = =**- You should be in your seat when the bell rings.**= = = = = =**- __Be Ready to Learn__**= = = = = =**- You should put your best effort forward on a daily basis. This involves**= = = =**participating in discussions, taking notes, asking questions, and**= = = =**completing math-related activities.**= = = =**- You should not disrupt other students from learning.**= = = = = =**Extra Help**= = = =**I am available mornings by 7:20. If your child needs extra help or to talk with me, all he/she needs to get into the building is a note from you saying who he/she is going to see.**= = = = = = = =**Study Sessions:**= = = =**I have study sessions before major tests. They are held the morning (7:20) of the test.**= = = = = =**If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to call me. My number at school is 224.765.3233.**= = = = = =**I can usually be reached before school or after 2:40 pm.**=