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A little math humor

A little math humor. MATH 7. Tammie Race Math Instructor Ethel Hoppock Middle School. Meet Mrs. Race. BS in Mathematics and NJ teacher certification (7-12 and K – 6): Moravian College and various others 7th Year at Hoppock Math 5-8, Algebra 8, Science 5 Married with three children:

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A little math humor

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  1. A little math humor

  2. MATH 7 Tammie Race Math Instructor Ethel Hoppock Middle School

  3. Meet Mrs. Race • BS in Mathematics and NJ teacher certification (7-12 and K – 6): Moravian College and various others • 7th Year at Hoppock • Math 5-8, Algebra 8, Science 5 • Married with three children: Cassie (Penn State Freshman), Abbie(9th grade), Alex (7th grade) • Live in PA

  4. Math Placement Rubric • 5th grade ASK scores (confirmed with 6th grade scores) • Placement Test • Last year’s math teacher’s evaluation • Last year’s 2nd and 3rd marking period math grades

  5. Mathematics in Seventh Grade • Two classes: one accelerated and one grade level • Both classes teach from the Pearson Series

  6. Accelerated Math vrs. Regular Math 7 More in depth exploration of concepts Supplemented with Algebra 1 skills Faster pace More independent Study Island assignments

  7. Course Goal • To understand and apply the concepts of 7th grade math including algebra, data analysis, probability, and geometry, while developing number sense skills and most importantly making it all relevant to the real world. • To prepare students to succeed in 8th grade algebra 1. • To begin North Hunterdon taking either Geometry or Honors Geometry • To enjoy the subject!

  8. More Humor!

  9. Curriculum • New Jersey State Standards are met via the Pearson Series, supplemental materials, and Study Island • 52% of this class scored in ADVANCED PROFICIENT on the 6th grade math section of the NJ ASK test. (34% of last year’s 7th grade and 71% of last year’s 8th grade were also ADVANCED PROFICIENT!!!)

  10. Curriculum Materials • Pearson Texts • Teacher-made supplements • Study Island

  11. On Line Program Components • Study Island • Weekly Independent lessons and benchmark testing • My Web Page • Pearson On-Line Programs • Textbook, extra help, instructional videos, worksheets, and games

  12. Grading • Tests 50% • Additional points are earned for corrections • Quizzes 30% • Alternate Assessments 10% • Study Island, Mathematical Reflections, etc. • Homework 10% • Although only literally contributes 10% toward the marking period grade, homework effort has a huge impact not only on the grade, but on understanding and performance

  13. Student Responsibilities • Seek help immediately!! • Complete ALL homework • Be a Responsible Student • Complete Independent Study Island Assignments

  14. Contact Information • Email: trace@btschools.org • Phone: 908-479-6336, ext. 2720 • Website: btschools.org, then teacher pages

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