8th Grade Math Syllabus
September 2014
Teacher Information:
Mrs. Jamie Fenicle
1401 7th St SW
Pipestone MN 56164
(507) 825-5861 Ext 6131
Jamie.fenicle@pas.k12.mn.us
Hours M-F 7:45 to 8:10 and 3:15 to 3:45
Class Textbook: Algebra I by Holt McDougal Chapters 2-6
Supplies:
Pens
Pencils
Notebook or Loose Leaf Paper
Scientific Calculator
Graphing notebook
Class Expectations:
Math is challenging, but it can also be fun and I would hope that you will come into my class
with a good attitude, but also a willingness to put 110% effort into every class period. There
will be some days that challenge you, but you need to rise up to the challenge and not crumble.
My college math professor, Dr. Karantinos, always told us “Math is not a spectator sport” and
that is still my motto today. You must participate if you hope to gain and I hope that we will
gain a lot in the coming year. I know you like to have fun and math can be fun, but it is all in
how you look at it. I am looking forward to a wonderful year with you and hope that you will
have a new outlook on math when you leave my classroom.
Grading Scale
A = 92-100%
B = 83-91%
C = 74-82%
D = 65-73%
F = 64% and below
ICU
Pipestone Area Schools uses the ICU work completion program. All students are here to learn and the
expectation of ICU is that all students will complete all work that is expected of them. Work assigned is
expected by the due date and if not done on time, students will be put in the ICU list. Students will be
given extra time before, during, and after school to complete this work and will continue to stay on this
list until the work is completed and satisfactory for the teacher.
A second expectation of ICU is not only work completion but an understanding of the assignment.
Homework or “practice sets” will be graded accordingly in math class this year.
95% - 100%
85% - 94%
75% - 84%
74% and below
10 points
9 points
8 points
REDO
A score of 74% or less will constitute a redo. Students can try the assignment on their own or come in
for extra help throughout the school day. Redos are due the following class. Once a satisfactory score
is achieved, the students score will be changed to reflect the improvement. Tests and quiz scores will be
based on 100% scale and students are allowed to redo a test or quiz at the discretion of the instructor.
Tests and quizzes must be redone either in my classroom or another appropriately supervised room.
Tests and quizzes cannot be redone at home.
I have read and understand the expectations for 8th grade math. I will do my best to complete all work
and participate in class on a daily basis. I will come in for help when I don’t understand and I will strive
to help others in class when they are not understanding as well.
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Student Signature
Date _______________________
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Parent Signature
Date _______________________