Hello,
Welcome to Concepts of Problem Solving. My name is Mrs. Bernice Kent. I am very happy to have you in my Concepts of Problem Solving class for the 2001-2002 school year. I want you to have a wonderful year. I will initiate contact with parents by note, telephone, or email as I deem it necessary. If your guardian(s) needs to talk to me about your progress, they may contact me by calling the school or by email. My email address is bkent@bulloch.k12.ga.us.
PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
Here are a few of the things that you, as a parent, can do to aid your child:
1. Provide study time
Mathematics is a course that builds from day-to-day. Your child will need to spend at least thirty minutes each night studying, doing homework, or study problems. Also, with few exceptions, your child will have homework every night. This homework should involve CONCENTRATION, and your child should make notes of questions that he/she needs help with.
2. Monitor grades
Your child will need to develop a gradesheet so that he/she may keep track of his/her grades. This document should be kept in the your child's notebook.
3. Encourage your child to seek help at the first sign of confusion. I am AVAILABLE AFTER SCHOOL UNTIL 4:30 for help sessions.
It is my hope that together, you and I can help your child make this a successful year. Again, if you have any questions, please feel free to call me. I will be glad to return your call. I look forward to meeting you. Please sign the next page signifying that you have read the materials listed. Thank you.Statesboro High School
Course Description
Course: Concepts of Problem Solving
Teacher: Mrs. Kent
Text: Passport to Algebra and Geometry
Date: August 7, 2001
I. COURSE DESCRIPTION
Concepts of Problem Solving is a laboratory course designed for students in the technology/career education program. The focus of this course is to foster student understanding of selected algebraic and geometric topics using a laboratory approach in which students are involved in hands-on learning experiences. These activities involve the use of calculators and/or computers, physical and pictorial models, manipulatives, drawing aids, and other equipment.
II. COURSE TOPICS
First Semester
Chapter 1: Exploring Patterns (sections 1-5,7)
Chapter 2: Investigations in Algebra (sections 1-9)
Chapter 3: Modeling Integers (sections 1-7)
Chapter 4: Exploring the Language of Alg.(sections 1-8)
Chapter 7: Rational Numbers and Percents (sections 6-9)
Chapter 8: Proportion, Percent, & Probability (sections 1-6)
Second Semester
Georgia High School Graduation Test (3 days)
Chapter 9: Real Numbers and Inequalities (1-8)
Chapter 10: Geom. Concepts & Spatial Thinking (sections 1-9)
Chapter 11: Congruence, Similarity, and Transformations (sections 1-7)
Chapter 12: Measurements in Geometry (sections 1, 3-7)
Chapter 13: Exploring Linear Equations (sections 3-5)
Statistics Unit (sections throughout book) if time permits
*This schedule is tentative and may be altered at my discretion.
III. PROCEDURES AND ACTIVITIES
A. Assignment sheet for students
B. Modeling by teacher, not taking and guided practice by students
C. Chalkboard, manipulative demonstration and use, and technology integration
D. Individual/group work
E. Question and answer sessions
F. Student demonstration of assigned problems
G. GHSGT practice throughout course
IV. EVALUATION METHODS
A. Tests
B. Quizzes
C. Homework/classwork
D. NO EXTRA CREDIT WORK!!!
V. GRADING PROCEDURES
Tests – 60%
Classwork/Homework/Quizzes – 40%
-classwork/homework will count one time
-quizzes will count two times
TEST DAYS: To be announced
VI. REPORT ON STUDENT PROGRESS
Students are encourage to maintain a gradesheet so that their grade can be calculated at any time. The teacher will send A mid 9-week grade home each grading period. You may schedule a conference by contacting the school at 489-8751.
VII. MATERIALS NEEDED
A. Pencils – no pens will be allowed on test
B. Loose-leaf standard white paper
C. Calculator (optional)-preferably a scientific calculator
VIII. MAKE-UP WORK
All tests that are missed due to an excused absence will be made up BEFORE or AFTER school. The student is responsible for scheduling make-up work within 5 days. A test that is not made up will result in a zero.
IX. AFTER SCHOOL HELP
I will be available for tutoring when needed. Please make arrangements with me in advance to make sure that I will be available.
X. BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS
A. All students will be expected to participate in class
B. Cheating will NOT be tolerated on any assignment
C. Pencils should be sharpened BEFORE class
D. You will be counted tardy if you are not IN THE CLASSROOM when the bell rings.
E. All students will be expected to complete the warm-up activities on the board each day.
F. The teacher, NOT THE BELL, dismisses class. I will let you know when it is time to pack up.
G. Each student will be expected to maintain a grade sheet so that at any time a personal average can be calculated.
XI. CLASSROOM RULES
A. No one will interfere with the learning process of others
B. Respect yourself and others
C. Be prepared for class
D. Remain in your seat
XII. CONSEQUENCES FOR UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR
1st offense: warning
2nd offense: last out of class for the day
3rd offense: detention or behavioral essay
4th offense: call home to parent/guardian
5th offense: discipline referral
**The order of progression through the list above will be up to the discretion of the teacher based on the offense and the attitude of the student.
It is my hope that together, you and I can help your child make this a successful year. Again, if you have any questions, please feel free to call me - I will be glad to return your call. I look forward to meeting you.
I have read the course syllabus and understand that my child is also responsible for reading it.
I understand that my child is responsible for understanding these items and for asking for clarification of any part he/she does not understand. I also understand that my child is responsible for following these procedures while in Mrs. Kent's class.
Please email me or send a note to signify that you have read and understand the syllabus. Thank you.
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