7th Grade Math

Mr. Orton
Hamilton Junior/Senior High
2017-2018
Welcome to the start of a new school year! This year, students will be studying
mathematics from the Math in Focus Singapore Math materials. This is a Common Core aligned
series that focuses a lot on problem solving that will help them get a more in depth
understanding of mathematics. Our first unit will be over the real number system before getting
into rational numbers and algebraic expressions.

At the end of this course, you will be able to...

Analyze proportional relationships and use them to solve real-world and mathematical
problems.
Apply and extend previous understandings of operations with fractions to add, subtract,
multiply, and divide rational numbers.
Use properties of operations to generate equivalent expressions.
Solve real-life and mathematical problems using angle measures, area, surface area,
volume and algebraic expressions and equations.
Draw, construct, and describe geometrical figures and describe the relationships
between them.

Needs and Resources

Required Materials
Scientific calculator (Optional)
A folder
A notebook
1 packet of loose leaf paper
2 packs of pencils
A red pen
1 inch Binder
Graphing Paper (optional)
Compass (optional)
Protractor (optional)
Online Resource
Each student will be assigned their own textbook but there is a way to access the
textbook online if a student forgets the book at school or just prefers to do it that
way.
Steps to getting to the online book.
1. Go to http://my.hrw.com/
2. Log in
a. Username: nmullins120
b. Password: v9t3n
3. Click on the link that says Go To Online eBook C2 - Volume A
a. Click on Volume B if we are on the second book.

Policies and Procedures

General Rules:
Always show respect for everyone in the class. Treat people the way you want to be
treated.
Don't talk when someone else is talking. Wait your turn!
Come to class with all needed materials.
Students will be on time, in their seat, and ready to go when the bell rings.
No food or drink in the classroom except water unless given permission.
All electronic device, unless medical, are forbidden. All electronic watches which emit
loud alarms must be turned off. (Phones will be allowed occasionally)
Students will also obey all district and school rules.
When in doubt, always ask questions!

Grading Policies:
Homework (5 Points each)
Students will grade their own homework at the beginning of class.
Bell Ringers (5 Points each)
Bell Ringers will be on the board at the beginning of the class and each
student will be expected to do them. Students will then check them when
we are going over them as a class. Randomly chosen Fridays they will be
expected to be turned in. Students will receive 5 points if all bell ringers
are completed.
Quizzes (Points will vary)
Quizzes will be used to find out if the students are understanding the
information. Mr. Orton will tell students a couple days before the quiz that
it is coming up.
 Chapter Review (Points will vary)
At the end of each unit a chapter review assignment will be given. This will
be worth more points than other homework assignments because it will
help the students study for the upcoming chapter test.
Chapter Test (Points will vary)
At the end of each unit an individual test will be given. This will be graded
by Mr. Orton. This serves as an opportunity for students to show what they
have learned throughout the unit.

Grading Scale:
A - (100 - 90%)
B - (89 - 80%)
C - (79 - 70%)
D - (69 - 60%)
F - (59% or below)

Contact Information
Andrew Orton
7th and 8th Grade Math/Social Studies
ortona@hhs328.com
866 - 332 - 3880

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