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College Readiness Mathematics

Champion -Mr. Cestaric

Course Description

  • The purpose of this course is to enable students to transition into credit-bearing college mathematics classes which require a minimum benchmark mathematics score of 19 on the ACT. This course is a direct result of implementing Senate Bill 1 legislation which requires the development of a “unified strategy to reduce college remediation rates by at least fifty percent (50%) by 2014 from what they are in 2010” (“Unified strategy for college and career readiness,”  2010)

Grading Policy

  • Assignments will be scored on a scale of 0 – 4 using a standards based grading system along with student data tracker according to learning targets covered in class.

JCPS Grading Scale (Standards – Based):

Grading Standards

Components

(4) - 100% A

(3.5) - 95% A

(3) - 90% B +

(2.5) - 80% B

(2) - 70% C

(1.5) - 65% D

(1) - 60% D

(Below 1.0) - 50%

Student Engagement – 20%
  • Participation
  • Group Work
  • Class Discussion
  • Teacher Observation
  • Student Reflection

Student Progression – 20%
  • Homework
  • Class Assignments
  • Formative Assessments

Student Mastery – 60%
  • Summative Assessments
  • Proficiency Assessments
  • Demonstrations/Presentations

Course Content

Each 9 weeks, scholars will focus on 3 focus topics.

1st  Nine Weeks

2nd Nine Weeks

3rd Nine Weeks

4th Nine Weeks
Focus Topic #1 - Number Operation

Focus Topic 4 - Measurement & Proportion

Focus Topic #7 - Polynomials

Focus Topic #9 - Rational Expressions

Focus Topic 2 - Algebraic Expressions

Focus Topic #5 - Linear Functions

Focus Topic #8 - Quadratic Functions

Focus Topic #10 - Radical Expressions

Focus Topic 3 - Equations & Inequalities

Focus Topic #6 - Linear Systems

 

 

Course Materials

  • 2 options (Your preference)
    • 1” binder with graph paper only
    • Graph spiral notebook (2)

Course Policies

  • Respect Others (Teacher & Classmates)
  • Treat others the way you want to be treated
  • No Talking when anyone is talking to the whole class
  • Be On Task
  • Be Prepared (Pencil; Binder, Text Book, Paper)

Course Procedures (Classroom)

Entering the classroom (1st 5 minutes of class)

  • Quietly ; Get your assigned calculator as you enter the class. Sharpen pencil as well.
  • Pencil Upgrade will be available when a scholar doesn’t have a pencil
 Drinks/Food
  • No Food (Food will be confiscated and given to the student at the end of class)
  • Plastic bottle drinks only; other drinks will be handled at the discretion of the teacher

Leaving the classroom

  • No passes out 1st 10 Minutes or Last 10 minutes

End of Class Dismissal

  • Teacher will dismiss students (Bell does not dismiss students) on time

BYOD (Bring Your Own Device)

We will be utilizing mobile devices often (smart phones/tablets) for learning. It is not at all required you own one and when you are in the classroom, I recommend 100% that you use the school’s wifi to avoid any data usage.

Extra Help Opportunities

  • I am available after school on Monday or Wednesdays during our Extended School Day Opportunities. I will be happy to arrange extra help sessions for anyone who requests them as needed.

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