"All students should be able to reason and communicate proficiently in mathematics.  They should have knowledge of and skill in the use of the vocabulary, forms of representation, materials, tools, techniques, and intellectual methods of the discipline of mathematics.  This knowledge should include the ability to define and solve problems with reason,  insight, inventiveness and technical proficiency."

Goals

Students will communicate accurately and effectively using math language and representation.

Students will learn and use problem solving strategies.

Students will add to their math portfolio.

Students will practice using a scientific and/or graphing calculator.

Students will continue to strive to meet the Vermont Science, Math and Technology.

Standards for Grades 5-8.  These Standards will cover the following areas:  Arithmetic; Number and Operations; Geometry and Measurement;  Functions and Algebra; Statistics and Probability.
 

 Homework Policy

Homework is used to reinforce your learning experiences in the classroom, to complete class assignments or to work on projects.  It is extremely important that you complete your homework on a daily basis and have it with you in class the next day.  If you are absent, you should call a friend and get the assignment or check your assignment sheet in your math folder.  If you don't understand your homework, I am always available after school for help, unless I have an emergency or a meeting.  Math homework is intended to take 20-30 minutes each night.  If you are spending more time than this, you need to communicate this to me.  If you do not complete your homework after a good thirty minutes on the task, have your parents sign and date the homework.  Homework will be graded 60-80% of the time.  I will not always grade homework the same way; here are a few ways I may do it:  1.  Select a few problems to grade; 2.  Grade based on effort and completion; 3. Grade as a group; 4. Pop-Quiz.