Disclosure

Disclosure Document Math Mr. D. Draper darren.draper@jordan.k12.ut.us Room 225

WELCOME TO MATH! Because math makes you think in new ways, this math class will thrill your senses and stir your soul. Organizational skills, logical thinking, and being able to recognize patterns are all important aspects of mathematics. Therefore, it will be our goal to help each member of the class develop these skills.

PARTICIPATION AND ATTENDANCE (10%). One of the most significant factors affecting school success is regular attendance. Students will be expected to attend class daily, and to arrive to class prepared and on time. Students not in the classroom when the bell rings will be marked tardy. Students will be considered absent if they arrive more than ten minutes late to class. One hundred points will be allotted toward attendance and one hundred points will be allotted toward participation. Excessive absences/tardies and lack of in-class participation or on-task behavior will result in a loss of these points. Un-excused tardies and absences will result in a loss of ten attendance points each. Vouchers may be used to excuse tardies. Participation and attendance will count toward 10% of the student’s grade.

HOMEWORK AND DAILY ASSIGNMENTS (35%). Assignments will be given on a daily basis, and will be corrected in class the next day. Assignments will be graded based on effort and completeness. ALL WORK MUST BE SHOWN IN DETAIL IN ORDER TO RECEIVE CREDIT. Most homework will be grouped into "packets" of roughly five assignments, and handed in as such. Homework and assignments will count toward 35% of the student’s grade.

Recommended Math Tools

CalculatorTools are required for nearly every job, and learning math is no exception. Some of the tools necessary on a daily basis for a successful Math experience include:


 * The textbook
 * A pen or pencil
 * Paper
 * A basic calculator

It is highly recommended that all students have a 3-ring binder or notebook just for math. Experience has proven that an organized student is also a successful student.

TESTS AND QUIZZES (40%). Tests and quizzes can be used to tell whether or not a student understands the material. Tests will be given at the end of each chapter. Quizzes, on the other hand, will be given at least once a week (usually without notice). Tests and Quizzes will count toward 40% of the student’s grade.

PROJECTS (15%). The final grading category for this class is made up of various projects that will be assigned throughout the Trimester. Projects help to make learning math a little more interesting. Projects will count toward 15% of the student's grade.

WEB QUIZZES. One important group of assignments entail basic quizzes called "Web Quizzes". These online quizzes help students demonstrate their knowledge of basic concepts covered in class. These evaluations may be taken at any time throughout the term, but must be passed with perfect scores in order to be counted for credit.

VOUCHERS, AND MAKE-UP WORK. At the beginning of the Trimester, students will be given three Vouchers. Vouchers can be used in order to turn in late work or to use the hall pass. Extreme wisdom should be exercised when using vouchers because at the end of the trimester these vouchers can also be used as extra-credit (ten points per voucher) or as a means to make up tardies (one tardy per voucher). Fifty points are the maximum number of extra-credit points possible. Work not turned in because of an absence will only be accepted for full credit with a voucher. This work should be turned in no later than five school days after the student returns to school. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT to make arrangements to make up any work (especially tests). Any work turned in more than two weeks after it was due (test and quizzes included) will only receive half-credit. If a student chooses to sluff math class, they will receive zero credit on any assignments given and/or turned in the day of the truancy.

GRADING. A student’s grade will be calculated by totaling the percentages from each category (Test/Quizzes, Assignments, Projects, and Participation) and then converting to a letter grade according to the following scale:

ACCOMMODATIONS. As appropriate, accommodations will be made to all students as the need arises. Please see the teacher if any questions, concerns, or situations present themselves.

CLASS RULES. Life without rules is chaos. Therefore, class rules are a necessary part of life. Breaking class rules will result in a loss of participation points. Abiding by the class rules will result in free vouchers, extra credit, and other forms of positive incentive. The class rules are outlined as follows:

1. Respect and kindness to all people in the classroom is always expected. Respect includes the fact that when Mr. Draper is teaching, only one person in the classroom should be talking at a time. In addition, belittling other students will not be tolerated. 2. Come to class prepared (with paper, the textbook, and something to write with). Do NOT bring headphones, pagers, or cell-phones to class. They will be immediately confiscated. In-class cell-phone use will result in a loss of 25 participation points. 3. If you don’t want extra homework, don’t wander or stand at the door before the bell rings. 4. Don't write on the desks! To choose to write on your desk is to choose to clean all of the desks in the classroom.

PEER GRADING. At times it will be necessary for students to correct the work of fellow students. Peer grading will allow students to receive instant feedback as to how well they did on a particular quiz or test. If a student prefers to not have other students correct their work, please contact the teacher.

INTERNET USE. The Internet can be a powerful tool that can be used to learn a variety of subjects, including math. We will use the Internet to research certain math topics. Consequently, it will be expected that students maintain a current copy of the Acceptable Use Policy on file in the Media Center. Please see the teacher with further questions or concerns.

MATH ONLINE. Math class is now online! Therefore, if a student is absent, they are expected to check the web to view what assignments have been assigned. An online version of many of the assignments given in class (including Web Quizzes and Assignment Packets) will be available at:

http://www.bhs.jordan.k12.ut.us/teachers/draper/

SUCCESS. I honestly want each student to have a successful math experience. If students need outside help, I am available before and after school. Please let me know if there are any questions or concerns. I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT TRIMESTER!