Welcome to Mr. Lewis’ Math Class

You are in Room 16

Pre Algebra

(7th and 8th Graders)

&

Elementary Algebra

(7th-9th Graders)

About this PowerPoint...

This PowerPoint presentation was created to introduce you to Mr. Lewis' mathematics class this year. Hopefully, it will challenge you to think about mathematics and the learning of mathematics. We are all mathematicians so enjoy!

You have the right to learn. Here are some rights and responsibilities that you have in class:

You have the right to a writing instrument. If you do not have a writing instrument, one will be provided for you (see Mr. Lewis).

You have the right to sharpen your pencil before class begins.

When you finish this PowerPoint presentation, please see Mr. Lewis for a seat assignment.

You have the right to check your calculator to make sure it is working.

You have the right to complete the period successfully.

Entering and Leaving the Room

Please enter and leave the room through Mr. Clark’s room or through the outside door entrance.

Ms. Chalmers and

Mr. Clark will appreciate your help. Thanks.

Pre-Algebra and Algebra

Are Fun Develop your thinking Challenge you Develop math skills and

knowledge Create understanding

Quietly ask Mr. Lewis for a notebook, folder, and math book.

Before seeing the next slide…

When Mr. Lewis assigns you a seat, remember…

You must sit in assigned seats You may work with students in your group only,

unless otherwise instructed Keep your attention on thinking math. Every minute you use wisely in class improves

your success. Let Mr. Lewis know if you have difficulty seeing

from where you are sitting Let Mr. Lewis know if there is any other reason

that you are uncomfortable where you are sitting

Copy and answer each question in your notebook…

May you sit wherever you want? What students should you work with when we

have group work? What should you be talking about in your groups? What should you do if you have difficulty seeing

from where you are sitting? What should you do if there is any other reason

that you are uncomfortable where you are sitting ?

Setting up your composition notebook:

Write your name and period on the inside of the front cover. Make sure that you write both your first and last names. Do not use the notebook for graffitti. You may do mathematical drawings in it. Use both the front and back of each sheet in the notebook.

Setting up your composition notebook:

Is your name and period written on the inside of the front

cover? Does your name include both your first and last names? Have you written any graffitti in

your notebook? Please make a mathematical

drawing on the inside cover of your notebook.

In your notebook, copy and complete this sentence: Math is.....

Why did you complete the sentence the way that you did?

Copy and complete:

Write three great things about mathematics:1.2.3.

Here is how I view mathematics!

Math is

Art

Math is

Business

Math is

College

Math is

Demanding

Math is

EverythingEverywhere

Math is

Fun

Math is

Gigantic

Math is

Helpful

Math is

Intuitive

Math is

Jobs

Math is

Knowing

Math is

Laughing

Math is

Music

Math is

Noteworthy

Math is

Outstanding

Math is

Possible

Math is

Quiet

Math is

Ruling

Math is

Similar

Math is

Technology

Math is

Understanding

Math is

Very Cool!

Math is

Whole

Math is

Xtraordinary

Math is

Your Future

Math is Z

Folders Each student will keep a folder to save work in, keep their notebook, and store work when you are not present in class. Keep the folder neat and appropriately decorated.

Set up your folder:

1. Put your name on the inside front cover.

2. Write both your first and last names.

3. Write the number of the period that you are in to the right of your name.

4. Use only appropriate drawings in your notebook

Folders On one page in your notebook, trying writing your name backwards as Leonardo Da Vinci did. Now try and draw its mirror image.

You will work in groups often. Remember that it is your responsibility to:

Help others in your group when appropriate;

Talk to others in your group when appropriate;

Talk to others about math when appropriate;

Help get folders and put them away;Help collect papers and tools;Complete group projects.

Some people say...

I can't do math; I am no good at math; I am dumb at math; I don't understand math;

However,

Everyone

can

learn

math!

Everyone can

learn math!

Everyone can

learn math!

Everyone can

learn math!

Everyone can

learn math!

Everyone can

learn math!

Everyone can

learn math!

Everyone can

learn math!

"Do not worry too much about your difficulties in mathematics, I can assure you that mine are still greater."(Albert Einstein)

What do you know?

Make a list of everything that you know about math.

Citizenship Grade

The grade for citizenship will be based on student preparedness, participation and engagement, behavior, proper care for school equipment and materials, and timeliness. Students will receive a score of 100 for their citizenship at the beginning of each quarter. Demerits are given when students do not meet the criteria listed above. For example, 5 demerits are given if a student is tardy to class. Marking up your desk may result in 2-5 demerits. Students may make up demerits by turning in written essays on their behavior and how they will improve. Citizenship grades are listed as their first grade on students’ weekly grade sheets.

Citizenship Grade

What is your citizenship grade based upon?

What citizenship grade does each student start the quarter with?

What will students receive demerits for?

Where can you see your citizenship grade?

How may student improve their citizenship grades?

Grades in a Picture

Breakdown of Quarter Grades

Class work and Homework

30%

WeeklyQuizzes

30%

Chapter or Unit Tests40%

Quarter GradesStudent grades will be based upon a mean average of quizzes, tests, and class work/homework. Each of these three areas is weighted according to the following percentages: Class work and Homework (30%), Quizzes (30%), and Tests (40%). Participation in class will be part of homework and class work grades.

Students will receive weekly grade sheets You will typically be handed your grade sheet on Friday. These sheets give a list of assignments and grades for to date. It also shows you your overall academic grade as well as your citizenship grade.

Grades in a Picture

Breakdown of Quarter Grades

Class w ork and Homew ork

30%

WeeklyQuizzes

30%

Chapter or Unit Tests40%

Quarter GradesWhat three areas will student grades will be based upon?

What percent of your grade is each of these areas based upon?

How often will you receive a grade sheet?

How else might you find out what your grade in math is?

Attendance

is one of the most important keys to success in class and later in the work world. You should miss class only when absolutely necessary. If you are absent from class you are expected to make up your work outside of class time. It is your responsibility to find out what you missed and get it turned in as quickly as possible. Work that you miss (not including quizzes or tests) will be in your math folder when you return. You should speak with members of your team to find out what was covered when you were gone. If you have further questions, you are welcome to see Mr. Lewis before or after school.

Absences from class including school assemblies and other school activities:

When you miss class for any reason, you miss out on learning. The most important thing that you can do each day is be in class. However, if you do miss class for illness, vacation, family matters, or to attend other school activities, remember that it is your responsibility to make up all work.

Late work and make up work (how and where do you get papers? )

A copy of most worksheets will be put in your folder if you are not in class.

Additional copies of worksheets are placed in the yellow basket near the door.

You may also access all worksheets and assignments at:

lewisinmath.wikispaces.com

Absences from class including school assemblies and other school activities:

Who is responsible for making up assignments when they are absent from class?

Who is responsible for getting the work that needs to be made up?

How do you find the assignments that you miss?

How long do students have to make up assignments?

Here are the basic class rules. See if you can unscramble each rule.

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Rule Number One

Be on time!• Tardiness disrupts the class and

causes the tardy student as well as the entire class to miss valuable instruction and activities. Citizenship grades will be lowered significantly if a student is tardy.

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Rule Number Two

Be impeccable with your word!

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Rule Number Three

Do your best!

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Rule Number Four

Be prepared!

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Rule Number Five

Be Polite!

What rule do you think is the most important to your learning?

Why?

Consequences when students follow or abridge rules:

When you follow rules you will: Enjoy learning with your teacher and classmates, Qualify to be Student of the Week, and Earn special activities in class. Earn Respect Cards Join the good behaviour Raffle

When you do not follow the rules you will: Receive demerits on their citizenship grade. Receive a verbal warning, Conference with your teacher, Earn time out Contact your parent Receive a referral

Emergency Procedures

In an emergency, follow the lead of the students around you! Listen carefully to all directions that the teacher is giving.

Copy the problem below into your notebook. Make sure that you date your work. Solve the problem.

Name the next three numbers in each sequence. Then, describe the pattern for each sequence below:

a. 1, 3, 5, 7, 9,…b. 0, 3, 6, 9, 12,…c. 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13,…d. 2, 5, 8, 11, 14,…e. 1, 4, 9, 16, 25, 36,…

There should have been a worksheet in the folder that Mr. Lewis gives you. It is about Mr. Lewis’ webpage. You will need to log onto Mr. Lewis' web page to answer each question: lewisinmath.wikispaces.com Move to a new laptop and turn it on

by pushing the on button. When the computer boots up, you

should use the login:admin

Use the password: inside01

Click the Explorer icon to hook into the internet.

TI 73 Tutorial

Log your laptop onto:

http://hotmath.com/graphing_calculators/ti73_movie_index.html

You will have the remainder of the period to complete each of the ten beginning lessons on the web page listed above.

As you are watching the videos and practicing using the TI 73, you should complete the worksheet about the graphing calculator that you have in your folder.

Your math book

Go back to Mr. Lewis’ web page at lewisinmath.wikispaces.com

Click “Assignments” Write down the log on and password for your

textbook. Go to the online version of your textbook and

spend a few minutes learning how to use it. You will need to complete the OHMS book

checkout form and return it to Mr. Lewis tomorrow.

Disclosures

In your folder, you will find a disclosure sheet for Mr. Lewis’ class. Please take it home and review it with your parents tonight. Bring it back and turn it into Mr. Lewis tomorrow.

Welcome to class!