Mrs.

Macy Hector
Macatawa Bay Middle
School

786-2000 extn. 4459

hectorm@westottawa.net
Math 7 Syllabus 2016-2017
RECOMMENDED MATERIALS:

A scientific calculator is
essential
for this course.
1 inch three-ring binder (for notes/handouts)
Loose lined paper
Pencils with erasers

TEXTBOOK:
Holt McDougal,
Grade 7
COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Math 7 provides students with opportunities to read, write, and understand the unique language of
mathematics to prepare them for a variety of problem-solving and assessment situations and to make
connections between what they learn in class and the world around them.

ONLINE RESOURCES:

Our textbook includes a great deal of online support. There are study guides and self-tests, as well as an
online version of the entire textbook on the website. Students and parents can access the information at the
following website:
my.hrw.com
Username:mathrocks52
Password:wops1

TEACHING FORMAT:

Please come to class on time. Class will begin promptly with a warm-up activity. Once the warm up has been
completed, homework will be reviewed and discussed. The new lesson(s) will be covered through a variety of
learning strategies - possibly including reading, small and large group discussion, cooperative learning,
investigative activities, lecture, etc. Time will typically be given for practice and starting on homework.

GRADING PROCEDURE:
Tests (70%)

There will be one test at the end of each chapter. Some chapters may be broken into smaller unit tests. If you
are absent on the day of the test, be prepared to take it on the day you return.
Retest Policy: Students are given one opportunity to retake each chapter test.
The better of the
two scores will go into the grade book.

Quizzes (20%)

There will usually be at least one quiz per chapter. If you are absent on the day of the quiz, be prepared to
take it on the day you return.

Homework (10%)

Your homework should be completed and brought to class every day. Homework will be checked daily and
recorded based on completion. All work must be shown and all problems attempted in order to receive full
credit. All missing and incomplete assignments must be completed by test day or zeros will be assigned.

CHEATING:

Cheating of any sort (copying answers, providing answers, misuse of calculators, etc.) will result in a 0% on the
assessment or assignment.

GRADES:

Grades may be checked on Parent Portal at any time.

EXPECTATIONS:

Respect:
Treat other students, the teacher, and the classroom with respect.
Responsibility:
Be on time to class. Come to class prepared with your own calculator, pencil, binder,
and
completed
homework.
Quality Effort:
Participate in class discussions/activities. Use your time productively.

GRADING SCALE:

The grading scale follows:

93-100
90-92

A
A-

87-89
83-86
80-82

B+
B
B-

77-79
73-76
70-72

C+
C
C-

67-69
63-66
60-62

D+
D
D-

0-59 F

COURSE OVERVIEW:

Algebraic Reasoning
Integers and Rational Numbers
Applying Rational Numbers
Proportional Relationships
Graphs
Percents
Collecting, Displaying, and Analyzing Data
Geometric Figures
Measurement and Geometry
Probability
Multi-Step Equations

How can I help my child succeed in math this year?

Know what your child is doing in class each week.

Check your childs planner for assignments on a daily basis.

View your childs progress on Parent Portal.

Encourage your child to manage their time not all math homework needs to be done in one sitting.
Provide a quiet place at home with necessary materials.
If your child has trouble with the homework, encourage them to work toward the answer themselves
instead of telling them the answer. Ask them:
Do you understand what the question is asking?
Do you have a similar problem in your notes or book?
Have you seen a problem like this before?
Does your answer seem reasonable?
If your child still has trouble with homework, encourage them to ask questions in class. He/she may
also talk to me about scheduling time for extra help during lunch on Thursdays.

Help your child with their homework.

Help your child prepare for tests.

Have them organize and review their materials (i.e. notes/warm-ups/vocabulary, homework, and
quizzes), complete more practice problems and quizzes online @ my.hrw.com, and if needed write down
questions to ask the teacher.