Classroom Expectations / Foundations of Math
Mrs. C. Baker / Math Department

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REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS
Notebook paper for notes
Pencils with erasers
Workbook and computer supplement book
Calculator (graphing calculator not necessary)

GRADING
Your grade in this class is based on the five following categories of equal weight:

20%:  quizzes           A quiz is 5 questions given at the beginning of each class.
20%:  homework      Twenty problems are assigned each Tuesday and Thursday.
20%:  tests                There will be 2-3 tests each quarter.  Prepare well for tests.
20%:  daily pay         Please see the bottom of a quiz for explanation of points for daily pay.
20%:  computer        Computer activities may be reworked and resubmitted until correct.

The grading scale is as follows:  A:  90%-100%, B:  80%-89%, C:  70%-79%, D:  60%-69%, F: 0%-59%

EXTRA HELP
Resource period
Teacher (before or after school in Room 104)
Older brother or sister, parent
Friends (outside of classroom)
Tutor (contact guidance office)

ABSENCES
ASSIGNMENTS - It is your responsibility to make up missed work.  Please use the beginning of class to show make-up work.  Make-up work / tests etc. count as a zero until completed.  It is your responsibility to arrange for extra help if necessary.
TESTS - If you are absent the day before the test, you will be expected to take the test.  If you are absent the day a test is given, make arrangements to make-up the test promptly.