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Mrs. DeRoads

Mrs. DeRoads. Pre-Algebra. Curriculum. Standards Based Operations with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, percents, positive and negative numbers Use ratio, proportions, and percents Work with expressions, equations, inequalities, linear functions, and graphs

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Mrs. DeRoads

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  1. Mrs. DeRoads Pre-Algebra

  2. Curriculum • Standards Based • Operations with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, percents, positive and negative numbers • Use ratio, proportions, and percents • Work with expressions, equations, inequalities, linear functions, and graphs • Study geometry and right triangles, probability and statistics, perimeter, area and volume • Learn about nonlinear functions and polynomials

  3. Homework • Math content builds on what has previously been mastered. It is essential to do daily assignments. • Assignments are posted in class as well as on our website. • Absences and late work are the students’ responsibility.

  4. Grading System • Grades are 25% homework, class work, notebook, and extra credit, 25% quizzes, and 50% tests. A+ 100-98% A 97-93% A- 92-90% B+ 89-87% B 86-83% B- 82-80% C+ 79-78% C 77-73% C- 72-70% D+ 69-68% D 67-63% D- 62-60% F 59-0% • Citizenship grades are based upon compliance with the school and classroom rules. • Grades will be posted in the classroom. • You may also go to the link mygradebook.com to view grades.

  5. How to Access Grades on the Internet • Go to www.mygradebook.com • In the Class Word field, enter the period you wish to view, followed by -deroads-0910. For example, period 1 would be, 1-deroads-0910. Click enter. • Enter your student’s school ID # in the Student Password Field. Click log in.

  6. Expectations - Rules • All students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that is conducive to creating a positive learning atmosphere for the entire class. • Rules • Follow directions the first time they are given • Be seated, ready to work BEFORE the bell rings • Keep hands, feet, objects to yourself • Bring necessary supplies to school each day • No putdowns, harassment or inappropriate language

  7. Expectations - Rewards • Praise – Lots of it!! • Positive notes, reports, phone calls • Special Privileges (within school policy) • Special Motivators

  8. Expectations - Consequences • First time a student disrupts – Verbal Warning • Second time a student disrupts – Behavior Log Entry and Behavior Form sent home for parent signature • Third time – Detention or time out in another class or Administrative Escort called. • Severe Administrator or designee sent to classroom to escort student immediately. Parent contacted.

  9. How Parents Can Help • Please check to see that your student is writing down and completing daily assignments. Use the web site to double check on assigned work. • Ask questions about daily lessons, Can they explain what they learned to you? • Adequate SUPPLIES ARE ESSENTIAL. They MUST have paper, pencils, and a red correcting pen EVERY day. Please check their supplies on a regular basis.

  10. Communication • Please feel free to contact me at any time with questions or information about your child that could better help me relate to him or her. • You may e-mail me at peggy.deroads@smusd.org • You may phone me at (760) 290-2800 X3256.

  11. How to Access On-Line Textbook and Homework Help • Go to http://my.hrw.com • User Name: dprealgebra1 • Password: eagles

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