Math 8 – Common Core Grade 8
Course Criteria 2015-2016
Sewanhaka High School Math Department: (516) 488-9626
Mrs. Dunphy: sdunphy@sewanhaka.k12.ny.us
To be successful in Math this year:
You will need:
-a binder with loose leaf paper and three sections; one for class work, one for homework and one for tests/quizzes
-a folder for handouts
-graph paper
-a ruler
-a scientific calculator*
*We will be using a scientific calculator in class to enhance our curriculum and in preparation for the
Common Core Math 8 Assessment exam. You MUST purchase a scientific calculator. You will need the calculator for homework and the Common Core Math 8 Assessment exam.
You are responsible for:
-taking notes in class and maintaining a well organized notebook (binder)
-completing homework assignments EVERYDAY
-making up missed work including class notes, homework assignments and/or quizzes/tests when you are absent*
-participating actively in class discussions and explaining/presenting problems**
-asking questions when you don’t understand something or are struggling with a topic***
-showing all quiz/test grades to your parents/guardians so that they are aware of your academic progress in this class
* You will have one day to make up an assignment unless there are extenuating circumstances.
**Math is a very challenging subject and requires a lot of effort on YOUR part. You must pay attention in class and try to work out the problems on YOUR OWN first, if you truly wish to succeed.
***It is YOUR responsibility to let someone know what you are having difficulty with. Ask a friend, classmate, sibling, parent, guardian or myself. You never know who may be able to answer your question.
Grading Policy
Tests/Quizzes: 70%
Homework: 20%
Notebook (binder)/Participation: 10%

*Cell phones, IPODs, IPADs, earbuds, headphones and other electronic devices are not permitted in class. If you have any of these devices please keep them in your backpack during class. You will be given one warning. After that, your phone or device will be confiscated and given to the AP office.
*You will be taking the Common Core Math 8 Assessment exam in April or May 2016. This assessment is a challenging exam and requires hard work and dedication to this class. Your grade on this exam will partly reflect what Math course you will be placed in the following school year. Also, there will be a separate Final exam in this course, which will count as one fifth of your final grade. Failure to MAINTAIN an 80 or above in this class will result in an Algebra with AIS Lab class next year.
BE PREPARED
BE STUDIOUS
BE KIND
NO DISRESPECT
NO BULLYING
NO DISTRACTIONS
Please fill-in your name, information and sign below along with your parents/guardians.
I, _________________________________________, have read our course criteria and understand my responsibilities in Mrs. Dunphy’s Math 8 class. I pledge to work to the best of my ability in order to be successful this school year.
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