MATHEMATICS 9 COURSE OUTLINE FOR PARENTS AND
STUDENTS
Teacher Candace Power
Phone (902)366-2225
Email candace.power@srsb.ca
Course Description and Overview:
Grade 9 Mathematics is a required course that prepares students for future studies in mathematics.
Mathematics 9 builds upon previous concepts learned in prior grades. In this course students are
required to communicate in order to learn and express their understanding of mathematics,
develop and apply new mathematical knowledge through problem solving, connect mathematical
ideas to other concepts in mathematics, to everyday experiences, and to other disciplines,
demonstrate fluency with mental mathematics and estimation, select and use technologies as tools
for learning and solving problems, develop visualization skills to assist in processing information,
making connections, and solving problems and develop mathematical reasoning. Note: After
completion of Mathematics 9, students have the choice of an Academic, Math at Work or Math
Essentials pathway in grade 10.
Math 9 has 9 Units of Study: (Tentative Timeline)
Unit 1: Square Roots and Surface Area (September-Mid/Late October)
Unit 2: Powers and Exponent Laws (Mid/Late October– Late November)
Unit 3: Rational Numbers (Late November- January)
Unit 4: Linear Relations (February)
Unit 5: Polynomials (March-Early April)
Unit 6: Similarity and Transformations (April)
Unit 7: Circle Geometry (Early-Mid May)
Unit 8: Probability and Statistics (Mid May-Mid June)
5 Strands of Mathematics to be Studied:
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Number
Patterns and Relations
Measurement
Geometry
Statistics and Probability
Math 9 Evaluation Scheme
The tests will cover the material from the textbook, homework
problems, and additional material covered in class. There will be a
test for each unit.
To ensure assessment for learning, there will be routine
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assignments composed of practice problems of new math concepts.
Assignments
Some of these will be individual and others will be in groups
Quizzes assessing the material covered in class will be given
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Quizzes
regularly.
Throughout this course various problems will be assigned and you
will be required to keep a collection of these problems with the
answers in a neatly organized portfolio (binder). You will also keep
your tests, assignments and quizzes neatly organized in this binder.
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From time to time you will also be required to write a journal or
Portfolio
reflective piece to place in your portfolio. Journal writing is a means
of clarifying your thinking, making connections among
mathematical concepts, as well as with other disciplines, and
developing your mathematical language.
There will be two exams, one in January worth 10%, covering the
material from September to January and one in June worth 20%,
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covering the material from September to June. Please remember
Exams
that in Math concepts build on one another and previous knowledge
will often be used in the learning of new concepts.
*Please Note: All percentages and dates are subject to change. These changes will be discussed in
class.
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Tests
Student Expectations:
Students are expected to be on time and prepared for class and to respect and be courteous
to all students, teachers and staff, as well as to the school.
Assigned work is expected to be completed and passed in on time. Students are expected
to take responsibility for their own learning such as seeking extra help when needed,
getting caught up if absent, and getting any missed notes/handouts.
Students are asked to not have cell phones out in class. Please refer to student handbook
for cell phone expectations for our school.
Students will be expected to have organized notebooks, as it will be used as a study guide
for tests, quizzes and examinations.
Homework
Homework will be given regularly and will be posted on Strait-up. When homework is
assigned it is very important that it is completed. If no homework is assigned, students
should take time to review material covered in class.
Late Assignments:
All assignments are due on the due date. If a student requires an extension please see me
prior to the due date to discuss this. Each situation will be assessed individually.
Materials:
Students are required to have the following supplies for class.
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Pencil, eraser, ruler, protractor
Binder with looseleaf and graph paper
1 inch binder for portfolio
Scientific Calculator (provided)
Textbook (provided)
Grading:
On all work (tests, assignments, quizzes, and exams) students are expected to show their
work clearly, and completely. Students will be graded on the work they show as well as
their answers…remember in math it is the processes used to get to an answer that matters
most. You may not have the answer correct, but if you show your work I can evaluate you on
your process used.
Questions/ Extra Help:
If you ever have a question about anything, please come see me. I arrive at 8:00am and I am
also available during most breaks. As well, we can arrange an after-school meeting. NOTE:
There is also homework help every Wednesday after school that I run. This would be an
excellent time to come for extra help.
Attendance Expectations:
Students are expected to attend every class period. If a student knows in advance that
he/she will not be able to attend, they are asked to check with me ahead of time to get the
work he/she will miss. If a student is going to be late for a class or must leave early, if
possible please let me know in advance. Success in this course is directly related to your
presence in class, your effort and work ethic. If you miss a class it is your responsibility to
find out what you missed, pick up any new handouts or returned assignments, tests, quizzes,
etc. (For further information please refer to the school’s attendance policy).
Missed Tests/Quizzes:
Any student who misses a test, quiz, or presentation while absent, must make
arrangements with me to make up their missed work.
Parent/Teacher Communication:
Report cards with comments regarding the progress of your son/daughter will be issued
during the year. Please feel free to contact me at school by telephone or through e-mail
(given at the beginning of this communication plan) should you have any questions or
concerns related to your son’s/daughter’s progress. You can access your child’s grades and
progress in this course on the parent portal.
CONFIRMATION OF RECEIPT OF COMMUNICATION PLAN
Math 9
C. Power
In order to insure that both the students and the parents or guardians have received and
read the communication plan, including the evaluation scheme and late assignment and
missed work policies, I ask that you both sign this form and return it to me as soon as
possible. I have also added a section for parent’s/guardian’s name, email and phone
number so that I can be in contact with you regarding your son’s/daughter’s progress. This
form will be saved for future reference.
We, the undersigned, attest to have read and understand the communication plan for Math
9 offered by Ms. Candace Power at Fanning Education Centre/ Canso Academy.
Student’s signature
Date
Parent’s or Guardian’s signature
Date
Parent’s/Guardian’s Information
Please write down an email and phone number that I can use to be in contact with you
regarding your son’s/daughter’s progress.
Parents’/Guardians’ name: ________________________________________________________
E-mail: ______________________________________________________________
Phone #: _____________________________________________________________