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COURSE SYLLABUS  

7thGRADE MATHEMATICS  

Ms. Ni’Jae Weston  

TEACHER CONTACT: 

If questions or concerns arise during the school year, I am available for visits BASED ON APPOINTMENT contact the Office at (985) 652-5552 or myselfto set up a meeting.  I can be contacted by call or message me on class dojo and by e-mail [email protected]. You can also access my teacher webpage at http://app.oncoursesystems.com/websites/16282516or from the schools’ website under students then teacher websites.  You are also welcome to contact me via ClassDojo and TEAMS as well. 

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Course Description: 

Mathematics  

Ratios, Rates, and Percents (RP) 

Describe a situation from your daily life where you use ratios or rates. For example, comparing time spent on homework versus time on your phone, or the number of boys to girls in your friend group. 
 → Write the ratio in at least two forms (e.g., fraction, colon, or “to” form). 

 

Operations with Fractions and Multi-Digit Numbers (NS) 

Explain a time when you needed to add, subtract, or multiply using fractions or large numbers—such as during baking, measuring, or budgeting money. 

→ Describe the situation and what operation(s) you used to solve it. 

 

Rational Numbers (NS) 

Think of a real-life scenario that involves rational numbers, such as spending money, temperatures below zero, or sports scores. 
 → Write a short word problem involving rational numbers and solve it. 

 

Expressions and One-Step Equations (EE) 

Create a one-step equation that represents a real-world situation. For example: “I bought 3 notebooks that each cost the same amount. I spent $12.” 
 → Write the equation and solve it. 

 

Area, Surface Area, and Volume (EE & GA) 

Identify an object around you (a desk, box, wall, etc.) and estimate either the area, surface area, or volume. 
 → Describe which measurement you chose and explain how you would calculate it. 

Statistics (SP) 

Imagine you wanted to collect data on students’ favorite lunch items or how many hours they sleep. 
 → What would be a good sample size, and how would you ensure your sample is random? 

 

Course Resources: 

• Eureka Squared Math, Achieve the Core, and teacher created items 

• Teacher webpage: Here you may find copies of the course syllabus and other course materials.  

Expectations: 

To provide every student the best opportunity for success in this class, all students are expected to: 

Bring these supplies each day: 

  • School-issued math workbook 

  • Pencils, Color pencils or crayons 

  • Red ink pens (for checking work/peer reviews ONLY) 

  • Dry Erase Expo Markers, highlighters 

  • Binder with dividers and paper 

  • Math Notebook  

All items were listed on the district website. 

Follow these rules and regulations: 

• Demonstrate respect for each other, the instructor, and the property of the school. 

• Abide by all school handbook policies. No hats or hoods are to be worn during class. Appropriate dress for school MUST be worn. Before entering the classroom, all electronic devices (cell phones, iPod, MP-3 players, gaming devices, headphones, etc.) are to be silenced and stored off the student’s body. All purses, lunch containers, and backpacks should be stored in the classroom's designated area.Classroom supplies for this class are the only items at the student desk. Failure to comply with this policy will result in disciplinary action. 

Absence Policy: 

  • On the day students return from an absence, they are expected to: 

  • Pick up any missed notes and take any missed assessments from the Absent Tray  

  • Schedule a time to take a test if it was administered on the day, they were absent. 

 

  • Make-up Test/Quiz Policy: 

  • Students will have 3 days to complete any missing assignments otherwise the teacher will use the student’s average at the end of the quarter to fill in any missing assignments. This will ensure that the grade will not go up or down but maintain the average of student performance.  

 

Bathroom Policy:  

  • You must use the bathroom during your scheduled class time, passing period and/or lunch. 

If there is a medical problem, please inform me prior to class and have a written note. 

 

HOMEWORK POLICY: 

  • Students will have homework regularly. (Homework is essential and will be checked daily.) 

  •  All homework will be graded, and points will be awarded according to completeness, which means all problems are attempted and ALL supporting work is shown. 

The greatest factor in determining a student’s success in the class is doing the homework consistently.At LES, we also have math help available after school. A late bus is available from LES that leaves around 4:30. This will be available for sign-up within the first semester. Please seek support quickly. DO NOT GET BEHIND. STAY READY so you don’t have to get READY! 

 

Academic Integrity Pledge 

As a student enrolled in this class, I affirm the principle of academic integrity and commit to upholding integrity by completing all academic assignments in the manner expected, informing the instructor of suspected instances of academic misconduct by myself and my peers, and fully engage in the class and its related assignments for the purpose of learning.  By signing below, you acknowledge that you understand and agree to abide by all the information and policies stated in this syllabus. 

 

Course Grading: 

As determined by the district, a student’s course grade is based on cumulative earned points, which are weighted by category formative- classwork, homework, bell ringers, and participation 30% and summative-test, quizzes, and projects 70%. All assessments will be notified through the teacher’s website and/or class dojo.  As the instructor provides numerous point opportunities for students, there are no additional assignments provided for extra credit. Occasionally, there may be bonus points for study guides, and questions given in class. Students will also receive a weekly notebook grade! Dr. Jones asks for weekly progress reports to be sent home, so please look for your students’ grades on paper or JCAMPUS! 

 

Due to district’s (Pupil Progression) Failure is not an option policy.  Students are already given points.  

Please, don’t ask for extra credit! 

District policy is that students are given an opportunity to retake an assignment or assessment lower than an F. Students will be given remediation to make up grades.  

 

 

 

Ms. Weston 2024-2025 School Year 

This syllabus is subject to change at the discretion of the teacher. 

After reading the syllabus, please complete this form and send it to your student by Wednesday, August 13th. 

Your signatures indicate that you and your student have read and understand the contents therein. 

Scholar name (please print): ____________________________________________ Period: ________ 

Scholar signature: _____________________________________________ 

Parent/Guardian name (please print): __________________________________________________ 

Parent/Guardian signature: _______________________________________ 

Date of signature: ___________________________ 

Please do not hesitate to email ME if you have questions or concerns! Student success is important to us, and we look forward to working with you and your students this semester. LET'S Lead the WAY-Tiger Pride!