Mrs. Okimoto - 7th Grade Math
About
I graduated from Aiea High School on Oahu and moved to Hilo to attend the University of Hawaii at Hilo. I have been a teacher at Kea’au Middle School since 2001. I have committed myself to doing the very best that I can. My mission as an educator is to prepare my students for a successful life in the global world and to be active participants in society.
Syllabus |
Course Description
Your child will be in a Math course that will focus on Common Core State Standards for Mathematics and the General Learner Outcomes. Throughout the Go Math! Program, real-world examples and mathematical modeling apply mathematics to other disciplines and real world contexts such as science and business. Real-world situations are a focus of Go Math! and are found throughout the program. Each unit opens with an overview of a profession which involves math in the program feature, Careers in Math. Careers in Math help students to make connections between what they are learning and how it applies in real-world contexts. In the classroom, students will participate in the workshop model. This model consists of a mini-lesson followed by student collaboration time and a closing connection. This model creates a classroom that encourages higher-level thinking, problem solving, and connects Mathematics to the real world. As a result, students become active learners. Behavioral/Classroom Expectations We believe all students can behave appropriately in the classroom. A student will at no time hinder the teacher from teaching or any student from learning. Therefore, in order to guarantee your child and all students the excellent learning climate they deserve, the following classroom management plan will be in effect immediately. BE PREPARED Have on your desk before the tardy bell rings: Binder with HSN Math tablet Pencil Homework Textbook/Module BE ON TIME Be in your seat before the tardy bell stops ringing and begin daily bell assignment BE RESPONSIBLE Find out any assignments you have missed and make them up immediately. Ask for help when needed. BE ON TASK No walking around during class. Complete assignments. BE RESPECTFUL Pay attention and listen to the lesson Participate in class activities Use appropriate language Care about yourself, others, and property of others Grading Policy Each student’s quarter, semester, and year grade will be based on the following: 90% - 100% A = Awesome 80% - 89% B = Basically Fine 70% - 79% C = Could be better 60% - 69% D = Didn't make it 0% - 59% F = Far from it How? Grades are based on a point system. Points are earned from: Daily assignments & Homework Quizzes/Tests Constructed Response Late work? Full credit for excused absences One day late, one grade lower Half credit if more that one day late Make up quizzes/tests ASAP Need Help? Access Textbook website: my.hrw.com Look at notes/classwork Come in during recess or the first half of lunch Strategies for Success!!! Attend class everyday, on time and ready to learn Homework should be completed on a daily basis Use the KMS Home School Notebook (HSN) to record all assignments and due dates Maintain a neat and complete notebook and folder Come in for help as needed Listen carefully to directions Ask questions Use a Pencil -- ALL math work must be done in pencil. Take advantage of every opportunity for extra credit if provided. Retake tests for better score. Students will have three (3) opportunities to retake quizzes/tests to improve their grade. But these retakes must be done within two (2) weeks of the initial test date. |