1 st block…find your assigned seat and complete the student information form
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1st Block…Find your assigned seatand complete the Student Information Form.
2nd Block…Find your assigned seat and complete the Student Information Form.
4th Block…Find your assigned seat and complete the Student Information Form.
Am I in the right room?
Ms. Autrey
Room 101
Algebra 2
I’m Ms. Autrey, and I love…
My FamilyI love spending time with my
family. I have two brothers and one sister-in-law. My family is full of teachers - my mom, my brother, and my sister-in-law are teachers like I am.
My family has moved a lot because of my dad’s job. I have lived in Texas, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Florida, and now Mississippi.
The BeachMy family owns a beach
home in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. We spend many weekends enjoying the sun, sand, and surf at the Gulf of Mexico. It’s our home away from home.
My Church and FriendsI attend Fondren Church, and
I enjoy spending time with my friends who I met there. I also am involved in a tutoring program for underprivileged children through my church. Helping others and being benevolent is important to me.
TeachingI graduated from Florida State University with degrees in Mathematics and Education.
I taught AP Calculus and Algebra I at Chiles High School in Tallahassee, Florida before moving to Mississippi.
I love teaching and promise to give each of you 110% each day.
Will Ms. Autrey treat me fairly?
Yes!ALWAYS!
What will I be learning this year?
Functions and GraphingLinear SystemsMatricesQuadratic FunctionsComplex NumbersRadical FunctionsExponential and Logarithmic FunctionsConic SectionsSequences and Series
What will I need to buy?
1. 1 ½ inch 3-ring binder with 5 dividers, college ruled paper, and graph paper
2. Mechanical Pencils3. Highlighters4. Color Pencils5. Your classes additional supply is
_____________.
*Mechanical Pencils may be purchased before the tardy bell for 25 cents.
What should I bring each day?
1. Your Algebra 2 Binder2. Mechanical Pencils (must have 2 pencils on
desk before each class period begins)3. Assignments that are due (they will be
checked at the beginning of class)4. An engaged brain!
How will I be graded?
The GHS Mathematics Department Grading System is broken into three parts:
60 % Major Grades20 % Minor Grades20 % Homework
*Binder Checks may boost your grade IF you are responsible and organized!
I believe that for this year to be successful both
socially and academically, we must all follow
important procedures.
What are Ms. Autrey’s Guidelines?
1 Be in assigned seat and working before the tardy bell rings.
2 Bring all books and materials to class with you each day. Take all books and materials with you when you leave each day.
3 Follow all directions the FIRST time they are given.
4 Follow all procedures set forth by Ms. Autrey, Germantown High School, and the Madison County School District.
5 Treat each person with dignity and respect. This includes the property of the school, of Ms. Autrey and of classmates.
What are Ms. Autrey’s procedures? You will be learning many
procedures throughout the year
Let’s discuss the procedures that we will use most often first…
Entering the Classroom
Students will enter the classroom quietly and go directly to assigned seat before the tardy bell rings.
Students will have all course materials and supplies at desk and will place backpacks and other personal items at the back of the room.
Bell Ringer Procedures
Everyday will begin with a silent bell ringer activity.
The Bell Ringer will either be posted on the front board or will be given to you as you enter the room.
You are expected to go directly to your assigned seat and complete the bell ringer without speaking to others.
What if I’m Tardy?
If the tardy is excused, place the excuse notice in the basket on the back table
If the tardy is unexcused, fill out a yellow Guideline Infraction Notice and place it in the basket (we will discuss this procedure later…)
Posting of Assignments
The daily objectives, agenda, notes title, and assignment title will be written on the side board.
All assignments will be posted on Ms. Autrey’s website.
A running list of notes and assignments will also be displayed on the wall.
How should I organize my notebook?
1) Bell Ringers2) Notes
3) Assignments4)
Reflections5) Assessments
Notebook continued…
Chronological order. This includes all assessments. green Note Sheet blue Assignment Sheet. College-ruled notebook paper
*Binder checks will occur randomly throughout the semester to ensure student organization and will act as quiz grades.
Heading of Papers
Student NameTeacher NameName of Class and
BlockDateTitle of Paper
Matt MathmanMs. AutreyAlgebra 2 1st BlockAugust 7, 2013Assignment #4p. 10 (1-15 odd)
What about homework?
Homework will be assigned on a daily basis. Homework will either be checked during the
bell ringer or turned in to the teacher. Students are expected to attempt each
homework problem and SHOW ALL WORK to receive credit.
Homework corrections should be made during class using red pen (provided by Ms. Autrey).
What if I don’t have my homework?
Should a student not have the homework with him or her at the beginning of class, he or she will fill out a pink Student Responsibility Card and turn it in to the teacher.
Students are expected to complete missed assignments and file them in the appropriate section of binder.
*No credit will be given for late assignments – no exceptions.
What if I’m absent?
If a student is absent, it is the student’s responsibility to obtain missed class work and assignments in the following ways:
1) Check Ms. Autrey’s website2) Check Ms. Autrey’s Sample Notebook3) Contact Ms. Autrey via email or before school.
Upon returning to Ms. Autrey’s class, students will have until the next class meeting to turn in missed assignments to the designated Absent Work location.
All tests and quizzes must be made up by appointment on the following Tuesday at either 7:30 am or 3:30 pm in Ms. Autrey’s classroom.
*Students who fail to attend the Tuesday make-up appointment will receive a zero.
How do I get Ms. Autrey’s attention?
If you have a question that is vital or pertinent to the lesson,RAISE YOUR HAND AND HOLD UP ONE FINGER. 1
If you need a tissue,RAISE YOUR HAND AND HOLD UP TWO FINGERS. 2
If you need to use the bathroom (only after I have taught the lesson),RAISE YOUR HAND AND HOLD UP THREE FINGERS. 3
THERE WILL NEVER BE A REASON TO YELL OUT ANSWERS OR SPEAK WITHOUT PERMISSION.
I WILL OFTEN RANDOMLY CALL ON YOU…BEPREPARED TO ANSWER.
Ms. Autrey needs our attention. Now what?There will be two
ways that I will get your attention.
Ring the Bell1. Ding…silence is
required“Give Me Five”1. I will raise my hand
and say, “Give me five.”
2. When you see my hand up, you should raise your hand, look at me, and close your mouth.
Let’s Practice this now.
Tell your elbow partner what you’re most excited about this year…
Be prepared for the signal that I need you to be silent and have your attention.
I may ask you to introduce the person next to you and tell me what your elbow partner said!
SHARPEN MY PENCIL? THROW AWAY TRASH?
PENCILS MAY ONLY BE SHARPENED AT
THE BEGINNING OF CLASS.
PENCILS MAY BE PURCHASED FOR $0.25 AT THE BEGINNING OF CLASS ONLY!
KEEP YOUR GARBAGE ON YOUR DESK OR UNDER YOUR DESK.
DISPOSE OF TRASH ON YOUR WAY OUT AT THE END OF CLASS.
WHAT IF I NEED TO…
Hall Pass
Each student will have only two Hall Passes per nine weeks
These passes may be used to go to the restroom or water fountain or to retrieve course materials at the discretion of the student.
After the student is given permission, he or she must turn in a Hall Pass into the appropriate basket and take Ms. Autrey’s Hall Pass lanyard.
*Unused Hall Passes will serve as extra credit at the end of each semester.
I will give these to you now…but use them wisely
Turning in Assignments or Tests
1. Homework or Classwork – When told to do so, pass your paper towards the back of the classroom; the student on the end will file the papers by last name into the alpha sorter.
2. Tests – Turn your test into the alpha sorter when you are finished. Use your last name to sort your test, not first name.
3. THIS REQUIRES NO TALKING.
4. Let’s Practice using the alpha sorter…
Practice Using the Alpha Sorter
1. Complete the “Student Interest Inventory” worksheet (10 mins)
2. If you finish early, try to add more detail to your answers.
3. When told to do so, turn in your worksheet.
a. Pass your paper towards the back b. The end person will place each paper
in the sorter by last name.
Remember…for tests, you will be placing your own paper in the alpha sorter.
Do we get to work with each other?
Students will work individually until the class has mastered the guidelines and procedures.
Group Work is a privilege that will be taken away when a guideline or procedure is not followed.
May I eat in here?
No, you may not eat in my classroom.
This is how we get unwanted animals and bugs…no thank you!
This procedure leaves less of a mess for our wonderful maintenance staff.
You may drink water, but no other drinks are allowed.
NOTHING GOES AIRBORNE
NOTHING WILL GO AIRBORNE AT ANYTIME.
Not pencils, paper, trash…NOTHING!!!
If you need to throw something away, you will wait until the end of class.
Cell Phone Procedure
While cell phones are allowed at school, you…
1. Must turn yours on silent during class.2. Must keep your phone in your purse or
backpack which will be kept at the back of the room and not under or beside your desk. If I see a cell phone out, I will collect it from you.
3. May use your phone with my permission for academic purposes only.
Intercom or Guest
If there is an interruption by the Intercom or an unexpected guest…You will be silent Remain on task
What if Ms. Autrey isn’t here?
The substitute will know to record any names of students who do not follow guidelines or procedures.
Any name that is left by the substitute will receive an automatic office referral – NO EXCUSES.
This means your behavior must be exceptional. Your behavior reflects your teachers, your school, and your peers.
You should be able to run this classroom in the event of a sub being here…I expect nothing less.
Dismissal Procedure
We work bell to bell.
On most days, we will take the last 5 to 10 minutes of class to write a reflection on what you have learned. You may be asked to write in response to a…
-Short article-Interesting Video-Perplexing Problem
Therefore, do not start packing up prior to the bell since the teacher dismisses you - not the bell!
Should you not follow a guideline or procedure…
1st offense: Student will fill out a yellow Guideline Infraction Notice and will see Ms. Autrey after class to discuss the incident.
2nd offense: Student will fill out a yellow Guideline Infraction Notice and Ms. Autrey will call the parent or guardian about the Plan of Action.
3rd offense: Student will fill out a yellow Guideline Infraction Notice and will receive an office referral.
*Severe Clause: If a student behavior is disruptive to the learning process or is verbally inappropriate, the student will be sent immediately to the office.
Check out the last page of the syllabus…
This is a letter to your parents.For homework, take this home to your parent.Both you and your parent need to sign the
syllabus.Return the signed syllabus to me…due next
class!
Student Handbook
Open your Student Handbook to p. 8 and insert the corrected schedule.
Let’s discuss 1st block – pages 14-31 2nd block – pages 37-39, 50-54
Where do I go after school?
Buses load at the back of the buildingCar riders are picked up at the front of the
building
Remember: Tomorrow is a B Day.
*In case if you’re ever unsure…I will always post the A Day or B Day sign
outside of my classroom. So please come visit!
Activity
Remember that Guideline #5 is RESPECTFirst think to yourself…What does respect mean in regards to
Classmates Teachers School Self
Activity
With the person sitting behind or in front of you, you will create a grid of what respect means to you in these four ways…how can we show respect? Classmates Teacher Classmates Teacher School Self School Self
Activity
Let’s discuss what you all wrote…Be prepared to share what you wrote with
your partner.
Review
Let’s review the procedures that we will use in Ms. Autrey’s classroom…
EXPLAIN WHAT MS. AUTREY WILL DO TO GET THE CLASS
QUIET.
AND IF YOU MISS AN ASSIGNMENT AND GET A ZERO, WILL IT MATTER IF YOU DO IT
LATER?
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DO NOT COMPLETE A
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT?
WHAT IS MS. AUTREY’S BATHROOM POLICY?
If you want to ask a question that is important to learning, what should
you do?
WHICH PROCEDURE WILL BE HARDEST FOR YOU TO FOLLOW
AND WHY?
How is the class dismissed?
YOUR HOMEWORK IS TO BRING BACK THE SIGNED SYLLABUS NEXT CLASS!
REMINDER!
Let’s work together and have a great year. I’m
glad you’re here!!!!-Ms. Autrey