7th grade Math
Teacher:
Mrs. Mary McIntyre Distribution of Grade: 50% Daily Scores 50% Test Score |
Classroom Norms: Established through student input.
1. Bring needed materials to class. 2. Be on time. 3. Be respectful of other people and property. 4. No eating or drinking. Keep chewing gum in your mouth. 5. Be willing to work. |
Expectations:
1. Work to the best of your ability. 2. Follow the rules. 3. Be prepared for class. |
Homework Policy:
It is important that students be responsible for turning assignments in on time. If a situation arises that makes this impossible, the student will not be penalized. Unexcused absences will result in a zero. Late work will be penalized as follows: 1st day -10%, 2nd day -20%, 3rd day -30%, 4th day -40%, 5th day and beyond -50%.
Finals:
Students will take semester tests at the end of 2nd and 4th quarter. These will make up 10% of the semester grade.
It is important that students be responsible for turning assignments in on time. If a situation arises that makes this impossible, the student will not be penalized. Unexcused absences will result in a zero. Late work will be penalized as follows: 1st day -10%, 2nd day -20%, 3rd day -30%, 4th day -40%, 5th day and beyond -50%.
Finals:
Students will take semester tests at the end of 2nd and 4th quarter. These will make up 10% of the semester grade.
Course Objectives
Unit 1: Introduction to Algebra and Functions (August-September)
· Solve problems using the four-step problem-solving plan
· Use powers and exponents
· Find squares and square roots
· Evaluate expressions using the order of operations
· Write and solve equations
· Use commutative, associative, identity, and distributive properties to solve problems
· Find terms of an arithmetic sequence
Unit 2: Integers (September)
· Add, subtract, multiply, and divide integers to solve problems
· Compare and order integers
Graph points in a coordinate system- scoring guide
· Solve problems by looking for a pattern
Unit 3: Algebra- Linear Equations and Functions (October)
· Write algebraic expressions and equations
· Solve addition, subtraction, and multiplication equations
· Solve two step equations
· Find perimeter and area of figures
· Graph data to demonstrate relationships
Unit 4: Fractions, Decimals, and Percents (November)
· Use prime factorization to find GCF, simplify fractions, and LCM
· Solve problems by making an organized list
· Write decimals as fractions and percent
· Write fractions as decimals and percent
· Write percent as fractions and decimals
· Compare and order fractions, decimals, and percent
Unit 5: Applying Fractions (December)
· Estimate sums, differences, products, and quotients of fractions and mixed numbers
· Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions and mixed numbers
· Solve problems by eliminating possibilities
· Use multiplicative inverse to solve equations
Unit 6: Ratios and Proportions (January)
· Write ratios as fractions and determine if two ratios are equivalent
· Determine unit rates
· Identify rate of change and slope using tables and graphs
· Convert customary units
· Convert metric units
· Solve proportions
· Solve problems using scale drawings
Unit 7: Applying Percents (January/ February)
· Find the percent of a number
· Solve problems using the percent proportion and equation
· Find the percent of change
· Solve problems involving sales tax and discount
· Solve problems involving simple interest
Unit 8: Statistics- Analyzing Data (February)
· Display and analyze data using a line plot and graph, stem and leaf plot, bar graph, histogram, and scatter plot
· Describe a set of data using mean, median, mode, and range
· Recognize when statistics and graphs are misleading
Unit 9: Probability (March)
· Find the probability of a simple event
· Find sample spaces and probabilities
· Use multiplication to count outcomes and find probabilities
· Find the number of permutations and combinations of a set
· Find and compare experimental and theoretical probabilities
· Find the probability of independent and dependent events
Unit 10: Geometry- Polygons (March/ April)
· Classify angles and identify vertical and adjacent angles
· Identify complementary and supplementary angles and find missing angle measures
· Construct5 and interpret circle graphs
· Identify and classify triangles, quadrilaterals, and polygons
· Determine whether figures are similar and find a missing length in a pair of similar figures
· Graph translations of polygons on a coordinate plane
Unit 11: Measurement- Two and Three Dimensional Figures (April)
· Find areas of parallelograms, triangles, trapezoids, and circles
· Find the circumference of circles
· Draw three dimensional figures given the top, side, and front views
· Find the volume of rectangular and triangular prisms and cylinders
Unit 12: Geometry and Measurement (May)
· Estimate square roots
· Find length using the Pythagorean theorem
· Find the surface area of rectangular prisms and cylinders
Unit 1: Introduction to Algebra and Functions (August-September)
· Solve problems using the four-step problem-solving plan
· Use powers and exponents
· Find squares and square roots
· Evaluate expressions using the order of operations
· Write and solve equations
· Use commutative, associative, identity, and distributive properties to solve problems
· Find terms of an arithmetic sequence
Unit 2: Integers (September)
· Add, subtract, multiply, and divide integers to solve problems
· Compare and order integers
Graph points in a coordinate system- scoring guide
· Solve problems by looking for a pattern
Unit 3: Algebra- Linear Equations and Functions (October)
· Write algebraic expressions and equations
· Solve addition, subtraction, and multiplication equations
· Solve two step equations
· Find perimeter and area of figures
· Graph data to demonstrate relationships
Unit 4: Fractions, Decimals, and Percents (November)
· Use prime factorization to find GCF, simplify fractions, and LCM
· Solve problems by making an organized list
· Write decimals as fractions and percent
· Write fractions as decimals and percent
· Write percent as fractions and decimals
· Compare and order fractions, decimals, and percent
Unit 5: Applying Fractions (December)
· Estimate sums, differences, products, and quotients of fractions and mixed numbers
· Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions and mixed numbers
· Solve problems by eliminating possibilities
· Use multiplicative inverse to solve equations
Unit 6: Ratios and Proportions (January)
· Write ratios as fractions and determine if two ratios are equivalent
· Determine unit rates
· Identify rate of change and slope using tables and graphs
· Convert customary units
· Convert metric units
· Solve proportions
· Solve problems using scale drawings
Unit 7: Applying Percents (January/ February)
· Find the percent of a number
· Solve problems using the percent proportion and equation
· Find the percent of change
· Solve problems involving sales tax and discount
· Solve problems involving simple interest
Unit 8: Statistics- Analyzing Data (February)
· Display and analyze data using a line plot and graph, stem and leaf plot, bar graph, histogram, and scatter plot
· Describe a set of data using mean, median, mode, and range
· Recognize when statistics and graphs are misleading
Unit 9: Probability (March)
· Find the probability of a simple event
· Find sample spaces and probabilities
· Use multiplication to count outcomes and find probabilities
· Find the number of permutations and combinations of a set
· Find and compare experimental and theoretical probabilities
· Find the probability of independent and dependent events
Unit 10: Geometry- Polygons (March/ April)
· Classify angles and identify vertical and adjacent angles
· Identify complementary and supplementary angles and find missing angle measures
· Construct5 and interpret circle graphs
· Identify and classify triangles, quadrilaterals, and polygons
· Determine whether figures are similar and find a missing length in a pair of similar figures
· Graph translations of polygons on a coordinate plane
Unit 11: Measurement- Two and Three Dimensional Figures (April)
· Find areas of parallelograms, triangles, trapezoids, and circles
· Find the circumference of circles
· Draw three dimensional figures given the top, side, and front views
· Find the volume of rectangular and triangular prisms and cylinders
Unit 12: Geometry and Measurement (May)
· Estimate square roots
· Find length using the Pythagorean theorem
· Find the surface area of rectangular prisms and cylinders
If you have questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact me. It is better to resolve problems as soon as possible. I am available before school, after school, or during 1st period. If your child is failing, they will need to attend HELP sessions until they are no longer failing. These may be done before or after school.
I look forward to working with your son/daughter this year.
I have high expectations for every student. Working together, we can make this a successful year. Please sign the bottom of this sheet and have your child return if by August 27th. Thank you.
We received and read the course outline for 7th grade Science.
Student signature: ______________________________________
Parent signature: _______________________________________
I look forward to working with your son/daughter this year.
I have high expectations for every student. Working together, we can make this a successful year. Please sign the bottom of this sheet and have your child return if by August 27th. Thank you.
We received and read the course outline for 7th grade Science.
Student signature: ______________________________________
Parent signature: _______________________________________