Mrs. Romberger
7th Grade Pre-Algebra
8th Grade Algebra I Part I
8th Grade Algebra I
8th Grade Honors Algebra I
sromberger@neshaminy.k12.pa.us
A Little About Me…..
 Neshaminy Graduate
 Graduated from Temple University
 Began teaching in Neshaminy 1992
 Married with three daughters ages
20, 19 and 14
 Live in the Neshaminy School
District
Tonight’s Essential Question
What do you need to know to help
your child have a successful
school year???
Pre- Algebra
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Basic Algebra Skills
Integers and Exponents
Rational and Real Numbers
Collecting and Analyzing Data
Plane Geometry
Perimeter, Area, and Volume
Ratios and Similarity
Percents
Probability
Equations and Inequalities
Graphing Lines
Sequences and Functions
Algebra 1 Part 1
 PSSA Review
 Connections to Algebra
 Properties of Real Numbers
 Solving Linear Equations
 Graphing Linear Equations and Functions
 Writing Linear Equations
 Solving and Graphing Linear Inequalities
 Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities
Honors Algebra 1
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PSSA Review
Expressions, Equations, and Functions
Properties of Real Numbers
Solving Linear Equations
Graphing Linear Equations and Functions
Writing Linear Equations
Solving and Graphing Linear Equations and Inequalities
Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities
Exponents and Exponential Functions
Polynomials and Factoring
Quadratic Equations and Functions
Radicals and Connections to Geometry
Rational Equations and Functions
Probability and Data Analysis
Algebra 1
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PSSA Review
Connections to Algebra
Properties of Real Numbers
Solving Linear Equations
Graphing Linear Equations and Functions
Writing Linear Equations
Solving and Graphing Linear Inequalities
Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities
Exponents and Exponential Functions
Quadratic Equations and Functions
Polynomials and Factoring
Rational Expressions and Equations
Radicals and More Connections to Geometry
Class Must Haves…..
2-inch ring binder
5 dividers
Agenda Book
*Covered Textbook
Pencils, Pencils, Pencils
Calculator
Calculators
You may use your own calculator (as listed
below) for all quizzes and tests (except basic
skills quizzes) provided you come to class
prepared. Leaving it in your locker does not
count as being prepared!
Pre-Algebra – At the end of Chapter 3
Algebra 1 Part 1 – After Chapter 2
Honors Alg. 1 & Alg. 1 – After Chapter 2
*Recommended Calculator: TI32 or TI34
Notebooks
You may use your own notebook for all
quizzes provided you come to class
prepared. Leaving it in your locker
does not count as being prepared! You
may not use your notebook on Tests or
Basic Skills Review Quizzes.
Daily Procedures….
Place homework on their desk
Begin warm-up
Go over homework
Notes and Classwork
Homework assigned
What’s for Homework????
Posted on the board each period to be copied
into student’s agenda book
Posted each day on my website
neshaminy.k12.pa.us
Carl Sandburg
Staff - Mrs. S. Romberger
Encouraged to bring notebook home EVERY
night
*Please feel free to use online textbook
Website
www.go.hrw.com
( Students have passwords)
Grading
Homework checked daily 2 pts each
3 – 4 quizzes 25-50 points
Chapter Tests 100 points
* Bonus Points
* District Unit Exam
Classwork points
Progress Reports
•Grades will be available online through the Home
Access Center and will usually be updated daily.
•I will also tell each student their grade periodically
to be recorded on their grade sheet in their binder
and signed by you
•Interim Progress Reports will be posted online in
Home Access at the halfway point of each marking
period.
How to Get Help
*If your child is struggling encourage them
to arrange for extra help, otherwise send
an email or write a note so arrangements
can be made
(Lunch, before or afterschool)
After school homework club with a teacher
Online tutorials available with textbook
Keystone Exams
 Keystone Exams are given to any student who is taking a Full Year
Algebra 1 Course. (Algebra 1 Part 1 does not take it)
 Keystone Exam scores in 8th Grade count towards the High School AYP
numbers.
 Failure to pass the Algebra 1 Keystone Exam in 8th Grade will result in a
remediation class requirement in next year’s schedule at NHS.
 Given the fast pace of the Algebra 1 Course and the ramifications of the
Keystone Exam, if you see your child is struggling, do not hesitate to contact
me to discuss possible options.
7th Grade Placement Tests
 All 7th Graders will take 2 placement tests this year to help
determine which Algebra course they will be placed in for 8th grade.
(Honors Algebra 1, Algebra 1, or Algebra 1 Part 1)
 The IAAT (Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test) will be given toward the end
of February and the Pre-Algebra Indicator will be given toward the end
of April.
 There is no way to really “study” for either test; students are
encouraged to try their best on both tests so that their placement can
be as accurate as possible.
 Along with these two 100 point placement tests, there is also a 100
point 7th Grade Performance piece based in equal parts on the
students first 3 Marking Period grades along with their teacher’s
observation.
PSSA
Thank you for an outstanding effort on
last years PSSA. Sandburg was 86%
Proficient, and of that 86%, 60% were
advanced!
We must continue to work even harder
and get that number over 90%!
I’m looking forward
to a great year with
your child!
Thanks for coming.
Mrs. Romberger
Opportunity Period
Rules & Expectations
plan in advance and arrive to class with ALL materials
needed
bring enough work to do to keep yourself occupied for
the ENTIRE period
if you need to see another teacher (for any reason) ask
that teacher to sign a pass for you in advance……before
OP begins
work quietly
work independently
always bring a book to read
Effective Ways to Use Your Time
Work on any work that the math or reading specialist assigned
read a book
organize notebook
review notes
create flashcards
re-read what was read in class
write a brief summary of what you read
complete homework
complete late work
study for tests/quizzes
create quiz questions with answers
write spelling words 5x each