• Policies and Procedures for 6th Grade Math

    Mrs. Taylor, Montford Middle School

    Welcome to Montford Middle School.  It is an honor and privilege to be working with you this year.  It is my goal to provide a safe, positive, academic environment that fosters a love of learning.  Get ready to be empowered with the tools necessary to be successful not only in math, but in the real world.  It is my strong belief that parent/teacher communication is at the heart of student success!  The most effective method of communicating with me is through email.  My email address is taylorw@leonschools.net.  Please check my class website for updates on assignments, classroom information, and due dates. Check Focus weekly to view your child’s grades.  If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s education, you may reach me at 922-6011, ext. 2519. 

     

    Welcome to Montford Middle School.  It is an honor and privilege to be working with you this year.  It is my goal to provide a safe, positive, academic environment that fosters a love of learning.  Get ready to be empowered with the tools necessary to be successful not only in math, but in the real world.   

    It is my strong belief that parent/teacher communication is at the heart of student success!

    The most effective method of communicating with me is through email.  My email address is taylorw@leonschools.net.  Please check my Canvas home page for updates on assignments, classroom information, and due dates. Check Leon FOCUS/Gradebook weekly to view your child’s grades.  If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s education, please don’t hesitate to e-mail me. 

     

    Supplies Needed for Math Class:

    1 inch (3-ring binder)

    5 dividers

    Composition Book

    Pencils/Pens/Dry Erase Markers

    *1 pack of copy paper for foldables

    (We will organize and set-up the math binder in class).

     

    Classroom Guidelines:

    Students are expected to follow the school rules in addition to the following:

    • Raise your hands before you speak.
    • Respect others and their property.
    • Follow directions.
    • Keep your hands and feet to yourself.

     

    Discipline/Classroom Interventions:

    Misbehavior will be dealt with as follows:

    1. Warning
    2. Student/Teacher Conference
    3. Parent Contact/ Conferences 
    4. Disciplinary Referral to the Administration

    Any extreme disruptions (fighting, swearing, direct insubordination, etc.) will receive immediate action, in accordance with the Montford Discipline Plan.

     

    Citizenship Expectations and Grading Policy: 

     I believe that citizenship is a vital part of the educational experience.  Outlined below are the specific behaviors expected of students.

     

    4 (Outstanding): Consistently good, on task behavior. Shows excellent self-discipline, participation and

         preparation.

     

    3 (Satisfactory): Generally, follows rules and stays on task but may need occasional teacher reminders.

     

    2 (Needs Improvement): Does not follow school or class rules. Disrespectful of others and their learning time.

    Requires frequent teacher reminders to come to class prepared, stay on task, or     

    correct behavior.

     

    1 (Unsatisfactory): Disrespectful and disruptive, does not stay on task, or follow school/classroom rules. Does

             not show improvement after teacher, parent, or administration intervention.

     

     

    Grades: 

    Students’ grades are calculated using the following weights:

    70% Test Average:

    Test grades are based on percentage correct and may include quizzes and chapter/unit tests.

    30% Classwork/Homework Average:

    This includes coming to class prepared, class participation, planner checks, and completing assignments.

    GRADING SCALE:  A=90-100%; B=80-89%; C=70-79%; D=60-69%; F=below 60%

     

    Homework: 

    Homework is given almost every night.   It will either be on paper or online. It will be checked!  If it is online, it will be checked at 9:25 the morning it is due. If it is on paper, it will be checked at the start of class. If a student does not have their homework for any reason except absence, they receive a zero.  In the case of extenuating circumstances, see the teacher. 

     

    Make-up Work: 

    When absent, it is the student's responsibility to check the class Canvas page for missed assignments and ask the teacher for more instructions, if needed.  

     

    Late Work:  All work is expected to be turned in ON TIME!  However, I understand that sometimes, for any number of reasons, it is not completed by the due date. In this case, I expect students to make every effort to complete it as soon as possible. Math is a subject where we build concepts based on prior knowledge making it very difficult to be successful when prior knowledge is missing. Partial credit can be given for late homework turned in up to the day of the assessment for those skills.  The KEY to success in math class is completing homework on time!

     

    Textbook/ Supplementary Materials: 

    We will be using the Florida Go Math Mathematics 1 edition in class. Students will not need a textbook to complete assignments outside of class.  The entire textbook is online, and I will send home the textbook pages for most assignments each day.

     

    Online Grades (FOCUS):

    All Montford teachers post student grades online.  Students and parents are encouraged to visit the online gradebook (FOCUS) and check their grades often, as I update them as often as possible.  This is an excellent way to avoid negative surprises and keep on top of your child’s progress.