† PRE-ALGEBRA ¢

Pre-Algebra is designed to prepare mathematicians for the rigors of a traditional Algebra I course. It is extremely important for students to be confident in Pre-Algebra concepts in order to be successful in algebra, which lays the essential foundation for all high school math courses to follow.

WELCOMEMATHEMATICIANS!

Cougars RoarBe Respectful

• Be kind

• Ask to use other people’s belongings

• Listen to everyone’s ideas

• Encourage student learning

Be Responsible

• Arrive to class on time

• Use passes in planner

• Bring required materials

• Academic Honesty

Be Safe

• Walk

• Keep hands and feet to yourself

HELP!We make a lot of tutorial videos! They will be located in Schoology. Please take time to explore Schoology in the first few weeks. Some of the videos are general topic videos and others relate to specific questions on assignments.

We are available to help students before school, during lunch/recess, or after school, by appointment.

CONTACT INFORMATIONKATIE.WALSH@SPPS.ORG

ALEX.FORD@SPPS.ORG

(651)325-2500UPDATED 9/17

MaterialsRequired:

1. Notebook

2. Folder (or binder)

3. Pencils

4. School Planner

5. Any color pens for corrections

6. Graph paper (no smaller than 1/4 grid, not needed immediately)

7. Box of tissues (for classroom)

Optional:

• Calculator (I recommend TI-30)

• Dry-erase board markers (student personal use)

• Headphones (for iPad)

• Stylus (for iPad)

• Case for Headphones and Stylus

Units of StudyUnit 1: Rational Numbers & The

Number Line

Unit 2: Integers

Unit 3: Solve Equations

Unit 4: Graphs and Functions

Unit 5: Graphing Lines

Unit 6: Ratios, Rates, and Proportions

Unit 7: Pythagorean Theorem

Unit 8: Perimeter, Area, and Volume

Unit 9: Data and Statistics

Unit 10: Algebraic Expressions

Unit 11: Probability

Unit 12: Solving Inequalities

Projects and Activities

• Floats and Anchors

• A Series of Unfortunate Events

• Pre-Algebra for Dummies

• Emergency Problem Solving

• Desmos Graphs

• Which is the better buy?

• Juice Box Problem

• Survey Project

Student GradesTechnology/iPads

• Calculator App (student choice)

• Docs

• Google Drive

• iMovie

• Infinite Campus

• Notability

• Overdrive

• Pages

• Popplet lite

• QR Reader

• Quizlet

• Scannable

• Schoology

• Google Sheets

• Google Slides

• ThingLink

Classroom AppsThese apps should always stay on student iPads. They will be used in Pre-Algebra and other classrooms regularly.

Math AppsWe will let the students know when they need these apps.

• Thinking Blocks Fractions

• Thinking Blocks Multiplication

• Thinking Blocks Ratios

We use the iPads on a regular basis in the classroom. We expect them to be charged and ready to use.

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AssessmentsMath ReviewPractice

Assessments (Summative)

• Unit Tests

• Projects

• Bonus Questions

Math Review (Summative)

• Math Review Quiz (MRQ)

Practice (Formative)

• In class work

• Homework

• Math Review Presenter (MRP)

• Problem Solving

• Schoology Discussions