ALGEBRA INTRODUCTIONS 8th Grade
REQUIREMENTS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND GRADING
I. Requirements
1. Each student is expected to enter the room quietly, take his/her seat, and be
ready to work at the designated time class begins. The school tardy policy
as presented in the Student Handbook will be enforced. The students are
expected to have their homework and supplies ready when the tardy bell
rings.
2. Each student is recommended to bring the listed materials to class
everyday. This includes books, paper, pencils, highlighter pen, erasers, two
correcting pens, agenda planner, 1-2 bound graph paper (1/4”) notebook(s)
for Classwork / Homework for the year, 1-2 spiral or bound notebook(s)
for Notes for the year (can be a second bound graph paper book), and a 3”
ring binder.
3. Each student is to have his/her book covered properly. Book covers will
need to be replaced periodically to protect the book from damage. Each
student is to write their name on the inside front cover along with the
school year.
4. Each student is to show respect for the teacher, fellow students, and
themselves by following classroom rules such as:
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Speak kindly to others.
Follow directions.
Demonstrate ideal
listening skills.
Socializing is to be done
during nutrition and
lunch, not during class.
No cell phones
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Maintain self-control to
help create a positive
learning environment.
Food, drinks, and/or gum
may not be brought to
class.
Use time wisely and work
on the task assigned.
II. Responsibilities
1. Each student is responsible for turning in all work assigned in class. Our
philosophy is that homework provides time to practice each skill presented in
class. To receive full credit, homework must be out of the binder and on the
student’s desk when the bell rings. A maximum of half credit will be given for
work turned in one class meeting late, and zero credit will be earned and recorded
the next class meeting for any missing work. All work must be shown and work
must be done in pencil to receive full credit.
2. Each student is responsible for keeping an organized notebook for their
classwork/homework. Keep organized, it’s key to success!
3. For excused absences, each student must make up class work, homework, quizzes,
and tests. Each student will have the number of days absent plus one to make up
the work missed. Each student must make arrangements with the teacher to make
up quizzes and tests. Email, or stop by the day you return to school (even if it is a
Science day) to schedule a makeup. The teacher will not ask the student for any
work, quizzes, or tests that need to be made up. BE RESPONSIBLE.
4. Students are responsible for checking the class website for homework and
important information. Each student is to get at least two phone numbers from
different people in the class so he/she may phone them for information or
assignments missed while absent. Also, select a good partner that can be relied
upon to take good notes in case of absence.
5. Each student will be expected to do a “Math Test Corrections” assignment after
every test in class. The student is to explain and correct his/her error(s) on each
test, demonstrating mastery of specific concept(s). The assignment also requires a
parent/guardian signature. All Tests will be stored in the classroom and are
available for review by appointment only. Tests may not be taken home.
6. Each student is responsible for group work as well as his/her own individual work
in each class. You are to work with your group on the class work and not do your
own individual homework. Students not participating with their group can earn
no greater than an “S” in citizenship.
7. Each student is responsible for cleaning up his/her work area before the class will
be dismissed to leave. The teacher will dismiss the class.
III. Grading
A. Letter Grades
Each assignment category is weighted differently. The breakdown for grades each
quarter is weighted as follows:
Homework/Classwork
Quizzes
Individual Tests
Quarter Benchmark or Final Exam
(10%)
(20%)
(50%)
(20%)
Grades are calculated using the following grading scale:
99-100%
97-93%
92-90%
89-88%
87-83%
82-80%
A+
A
AB+
B
B-
79-78%
77-73%
72-70%
69-68%
67-63%
62-60%
59% 
C+
C
CD+
D
DF
B. Citizenship
A check system will be used during class to hold students accountable for the
classroom rules. Quarterly Citizenship grades will be assigned as follows:
0-2
3-4
Outstanding
Satisfactory
5-6 Needs Improvement
7 + Unsatisfactory
C. Work Habits
A Work Habits grade will be based upon the completion percentage of both
classwork and homework. Quarterly Work Habits grades will be assigned as
follows:
95% 
94-85%
Outstanding
Satisfactory
84-75%
74% 
Needs Improvement
Unsatisfactory
D. Technology
Due to the presence of many items of technology, including a SmartBoard, MAC Laptop,
clickers and iPads, it is understood that no student will be permitted to handle any of the
equipment without consent of the teacher (me ). This equipment is a privilege to use and
if it is not treated with respect, the use of the equipment may be taken away. Training on
how to use equipment will be given when needed.
IV. High School Math Placement Requirements
Algebra 1B (9) Placement Requirements
Students taking Algebra Introductions must post a strong C (73% or better) combined
average for the 3rd and 4th Quarters in order to advance into Algebra 1B (9th grade – one
year course).
Students who post a 65% or below during either the 3rd or 4th Quarter, and/or less than a
73% combined will be recommended for Algebra 1A.
V. Homework Policy:
Since classes meet every other day with the block schedule, homework will be assigned
each class period and is due the next class meeting. For instance, if a class meets on
Thursday, the homework is due on the following Monday. Friday assignments are due on
the following Tuesday. I have suggested to the students that they do their homework on
the night it is assigned. That will allow them the opportunity to come see me the next day
to clarify any questions they may have.
To help your child be successful, it is suggested that you follow the guidelines below:
Create a study routine where the student can work uninterrupted by distractions such as the
phone, television, video games, etc. All materials need to be provided in their study area
so time will not be wasted.
If you have any questions, please feel free to e-mail your teacher. All teachers will have
their homework posted on their websites and/or in the classrooms. Their availability to
meet with students will also be posted. We hope this will be a productive year for your
child where he/she will gain self-confidence as well as develop higher level math skills.
Have a wonderful year!
The 7 and 8th Grade Math Department
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I have read the Algebra Introductions expectations with a parent and understand all of the
requirements, responsibilities, and grading policies. With the signing of this contract, I
make a commitment to follow these guidelines throughout the school year.
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