Ms. Ellsworth’s 7th Grade Math Syllabus

Course Description: The concepts and procedures of mathematics are investigated and developed by building mathematics vocabulary, solving problems, using reasoning skills, communicating knowledge and understanding how mathematical ideas are connected to other subjects and to our global world.

Resources: SAVVAS: Realize

Materials: Pencils, Paper, Composition Notebook, red pen, glue stick, highlighter, and a binder or a Plastic Duo tang (Folder with pockets and fasteners).  

Class Schedule: 50 minutes daily 

Room Number: Building 4 - Room 213

Teacher: 

Name: Lenore Ellsworth                                                                                                        

Email: Lenore.Ellsworth@marion.k12.fl.us                                  

LWMS Phone Number: 671-6120 Ext 56094  

Class Outline:

Quarter 1

• Integers     
• Rational Numbers

Quarter 2:

• Ratio and Proportional Relationships
• Applying Proportional Relationships
• Expressions and Equations
• Inequalities

Quarter 3:

• 2-D Geometry
• 3-D Geometry
• Triangle and Angle Exploration

Quarter 4:

• Probability
• Samples and Populations
• Statistics
• Interactive FSA Review
• FSA
• Proportional Relationships Replay

Grading Policy:                                                                                

Grading Scale:      

A = 90-100                                                                                                                              

B = 80-89                                                                                                                               

C = 70-79                                                                                                                                

D = 60-69                                                                                                                                

F = 59 and Below

Grade Breakdown:

                   10% = Homework

                   50% = Classwork / Quizzes

                   40% = Test / Projects

Homework Policy: Homework will given out on Mondays. Homework will be due on Fridays. If absent, please read the make-up work policy below.

Makeup Work Policy: Students shall be allowed to make up work missed due to absences, or suspensions from school. It is the responsibility of the student with the teacher's help to make up work missed.

If a student is out for a prolonged absence, then the parent can request from guidance (671-6122) their make-up work. A parent must, however, give at least 24 hours notice prior to picking up the work.

Classroom Procedures and Policies:

1. Students are to enter quietly, take out class supplies, and begin Bell work.
2. Students will keep Bell work and Homework in the Math Folder or binder and all class notes are kept in their composition book. Classwork and Homework will be collected and graded.
3. Students will participate in whole and group discussions. Each student will have a name stick, which will be drawn randomly for questions and discussions.
4. At the end of the period, students are to remain seated and wait for teacher dismissal.

Classroom Expectations:                                                                              

1. Be on Time and Ready to Learn
2. Be Respectful                                                                                     
3. Bring all Class Supplies                                                                        
4. Politely raise hand to ask question or to get out of seat.                          
5. Cell phones are turned off and put away.

Discipline Policy:

1. Verbal correction.
2. Teacher / Student Conference.
3. Phone call home.
4. Referral

LWMS 20-21 BELL SCHEDULE

1^st Period                     9:30 - 10:20

2^nd Period                    10:25 - 11:15

  3^rd Period                     11:20 – 12:10

4^th Period                     1:05 - 1:55

5^th Period                     2:00 - 2:50

6^th period                      2:55 - 3:50

Dismissal 3:50pm

A/B SCHEDULE