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Welcome to Ms. Baker’s Math Classes. Curriculum Night 2012. Who is the teacher? . Leslie Baker 28 years of teaching Parent of 2 College Sophomores: Emory University & Columbus State University Undergraduate Degree: Graduate Degree:. This class and beyond? .
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Welcome to Ms. Baker’s Math Classes Curriculum Night 2012
Who is the teacher? • Leslie Baker • 28 years of teaching • Parent of 2 College Sophomores: Emory University & Columbus State University • Undergraduate Degree: • Graduate Degree:
This class and beyond? • Preparation for accelerated high school math classes • Pacing & content
Class Expectations • Homework • Reality Checks & Tests • Final Exams • Blog
Grading – Math 8A • Tests = 40% • Reality Checks = 25% • Homework = 10% • Class work= 10% • Final Exam = 15%
How Can Students Get Help? • During REAL time • Make an appointment to come in early • Between 8:30 and 8:50
What classes will my student take next? • 8th Grade – Math 8A • 9th Grade – CCGPS Accelerated Coordinate Algebra H • 10th Grade – CCGPS Accelerated Geometry H • 11th Grade – CCGPS Accelerated Honors Pre-calculus • 12th Grade – AP Calculus AB or BC
Tips for Parents • Ask your student! • Use Home Access Center!! • Sign up for Constant Contact!! • Check out the blog. • E-mail the teacher: BakerL@fultonschools.org
Ultimately, your students will… • be successful in an academically challenging course. • be proud of their learning and work. • be prepared to be the TOP students at their high schools. • gain more independence as they take on their own academic responsibilities. • ask questions in class and ask for help when they need it.