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7th Grade Pre Algebra
Karen Dettlinger
Pre Algebra Overview
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1) The Number System
2) Algebraic Expressions and Equations
3) Ratio and Proportional Relationships
4) Geometry
5) Statistics and Probability
Expectations
What good Mathematicians
do!
GRIT
 hard work to meet the adversity of rigorous
expectations
 Persistence and perseverance in overcoming rigorous
expectations
 passion for long-term goals
 the determining factor for success no matter where
you natural abilities lie
 the get it done personality
 sticking with it where others might be distracted by
boredom, failure, adversity, or plateaus
GRIT
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will take time
requires dedication
requires willpower
requires sacrifice
requires pushing your mind to the max
can be beat by temptation
is worth it when you look back from your goals
Tests
Given at the end of a Unit
Study guides will be given
Will be cumulative
Accounts for 40% of the grade
Quizzes & Small Projects
Given periodically throughout the
marking period
Quizzes mastery of one or two
concepts
Redo for performance below a 75
Accounts for 30% of the grade
Homework
 Given almost every night
 Accounts for 20% of the grade
 Will be posted on teacher web site at
the end of every day.
 Will be checked every night for
completion announced when graded for
completion and accuracy
 Do now/ Homework quizzes
Benchmarks
 Study guides will be sent home
 Exam will cover the units learned for each
marking period
 Will count for 10% of grade
Extra Credit
 Up to 2 points of the overall grade can be
earned back
 Cannot push a student over full credit.
 Engaging activity throughout the marking
period
Grades
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Tests: 40%
Quizzes: 30%
Homework/Classwork: 20%
Benchmark Exams 10%
Extra Credit +5%
Character Education
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Will be taught by Homeroom teacher
Bullying and normal conflict
Passive aggressive and assertive behavior
Using “I” messages
Reporting or ratting
Bystander strategies
Conflict resolution steps
Social decision making/ Social problem solving
Cheating and plagarism
Communication
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I am available any morning or afternoon for extra help
Please make an appointment!
Bi-Monthly e-blasts
Parent teacher conferences
American Education Week Visitations in November
Jupiter grades
Teacher Webpage
Homework Postings
Invite to the classroom
On- going conferencing--email the best