Mrs. Hearn's Class
Math Grades 6-8

Welcome to our new math curriculum, Connected Math 2.   Through this program, students will be investigating mathematical concepts individually and in groups in order to problem solve on their own with guidance from the teacher.  Technology is incorporated throughout the curriculum across all three grade levels.

Hamburg School will be providing students with new Texas Instrument (TI-73) calculators.  In addition, our math classrooms are now equipped with Interwrite boards to supplement and enhance the math curriculum through technology. 

The 6^th grade curriculum will cover number sense, fractions, decimals, percents, geometry, and measurement, probability, and basic statistics. 

The 7^th grade curriculum will cover an introduction to algebra, similarity, ratios, proportions, percents, integers, linear relationships, measurements, probability, and data analysis

The 8^th grade curriculum will cover pre-algebra, linear and non-linear functions, the Pythagorean Theorem, exponential relationships, quadratic patterns, symmetry, symbolic expressions, linear inequalities, and statistics

Student Responsibility:
Arrive to class on time with necessary supplies                                           
Complete homework on time
Participate in class
Show respect for classmates and teachers
Do your best everyday

Homework:     Homework will be given on a regular basis.  It will be written in students’ assignment pads and posted on “Homework Hero” which can be found on the Hamburg School website.  It will be used to reinforce the current lesson as well as help prepare for tests and quizzes.

Notebooks:    Notebooks are an essential part of this curriculum.  Students will be responsible for keeping an organized and up-to-date notebook.  Notes, vocabulary, class work, homework, summaries, quizzes, and tests will all be included in the notebook.  It needs to be kept current and brought to class every day.

Math Assessment:  Includes quizzes, tests, projects, participation, notebooks, class work, and                                                           homework – Extra credit will be offered

Homework                               25%

Class work                              25%

Participation                            25%

Tests / Quizzes                      25%

Important:  Academic Assistance -
I am available everyday for extra help during 8^th period study hall in room 113.

Please feel free to contact me at any time…  (E-mail is the best way to get in touch with me)
shearn@hamburgschool.com 
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973-827-7570 (ext. 423)