Manhasset Secondary Schools
Special Education/Mathematics Department
ID Math 7 – Course Overview 2015 - 2016
Mr. Bohn
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Course Description
This course will cover the 7th grade Common Core curriculum. Our topics of study will consist of Rational
numbers, Algebraic Reasoning, Proportional Relationships, Two & Three Dimensional Geometry, Statistics, &
Probability. All of the topics listed can be researched in further detail beyond the classroom via websites such
as EngageNY, LearnZillion, CastleLearning, Khan Academy, etc. The goal for the year will be to create a safe
and transparent learning environment where students can kinesthetically engage in mathematics, and develop
the skills and deep understanding of concepts that will enable them to connect mathematics to the world
around them. I look forward to working closely along side my fellow teachers, administration, parents and the
entire Manhasset community to ensure the greatest success for your child in the 2015-2016 school year. GO
INDIANS!
II.
Classroom Supplies
 3-ring loose-leaf binder
 Loose-leaf paper and graph paper
 Pens and pencils
 Fine tip dry erase markers
 Textbook (which can be left at home)
 Scientific calculator
 Hand sanitizer (1 to 2 bottles per student)
 Tissues/paper towels (1 to 2 boxes per student)
*State Law requires the school district to provide a calculator for each intermediate and high school student
taking a course for which a calculator is required. Many students however prefer to use a calculator they
own. Each math classroom will have a class set of calculators for use in school. The math department has
calculators available for loan but will not issue calculators to each student. If you would like to borrow a district
calculator see your classroom teacher.
III.
Classroom norms:
 Compliance with school code of conduct
 Every student is to be prepared for class, seated and ready to work when the bell rings.
 Show respect and consideration for others as well as yourself.
 Raise your hand and wait to be called upon to ask or answer a question.
 Use of cell phones or other electronic devices is STRICTLY prohibited unless told otherwise.
IV.
Major Themes for the year
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Know yourself as a learner; strengths, weaknesses, likes, dislikes, etc…
Developing lasting strategic problem solving strategies and thought processes
Sharing ideas, misconceptions, and unique strategies with teachers and peers!
Fostering organizational and time management skills.
V.
Grading Policy
A. The final grade will be the average of the four quarter grades and a final exam. (Quarters count twice and
the final counts once.)
B. Quarter Grades - calculated by dividing the total points earned (on tests, quizzes, and homework) by the
total points possible.
C. Homework – Homework will be assigned on a day-to-day basis. Only students legally absent may make up
homework assignments. All work must be shown to receive full credit on homework. 1 point per homework.
D. Midterm – There is no midterm exam.
E. Final exam – School examination and one-ninth of final grade.
F. Grade Scale
A+
A
AB+
B
B-
97 – 100
93 – 96
90 – 92
87 – 89
83 – 86
80 – 82
C+
C
CD+
D
F
77 - 79
73 - 76
70 - 72
67 - 69
65 - 66
64 or below
VI.
Late assignments, make-ups - Work not completed due to legal absences must be made up. You will have
one extra day for each day of legal absence. Work missed due to illegal absence may not be made up.
VII.
Extra Help - Available in the math lab 7:30 to 3:08 and via appointment before or after school.
VIII.
Academic Integrity:
As written in the annual student planner, “To help students achieve their maximum academic potential,
Manhasset Secondary School promotes an environment which fosters integrity and honorable conduct.
Administrators, faculty, students and parents share the responsibility for maintaining an atmosphere in which
personal accountability is valued.” With the statement in mind, students must maintain work that is theirs alone
and does not violate the academic integrity policy. Please refer to the handbook regarding the consequences
and procedures used when an academic integrity violation has occurred.
IX.
Teacher Contact Information –
Email: Daniel_Bohn@manhassetschools.org
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Student Name:__________________________________________
Student Signature:_______________________________________
Parent or Guardian Name: ________________________________
Parent Signature: _______________________________________