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Join us for Ms. Baker’s Math Classes Curriculum Night! Learn about Ms. Leslie Baker, a dedicated teacher with 28 years of experience and a parent of two college sophomores. Discover the curriculum’s expectations, grading breakdown, and how students can excel in accelerated math classes from 8th to 12th grade. Ms. Baker emphasizes the importance of communication between parents and students, encouraging them to ask for help. Explore resources available for academic success, including blog access and the importance of independent learning.
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Welcome to Ms. Baker’s Math Classes Curriculum Night 2012
Who is the teacher? • Leslie Baker • 28 years of teaching • Parent of 2 College Sophomores: Emory University & Columbus State University • Undergraduate Degree: • Graduate Degree:
This class and beyond? • Preparation for accelerated high school math classes • Pacing & content
Class Expectations • Homework • Reality Checks & Tests • Final Exams • Blog
Grading – Math 8A • Tests = 40% • Reality Checks = 25% • Homework = 10% • Class work= 10% • Final Exam = 15%
How Can Students Get Help? • During REAL time • Make an appointment to come in early • Between 8:30 and 8:50
What classes will my student take next? • 8th Grade – Math 8A • 9th Grade – CCGPS Accelerated Coordinate Algebra H • 10th Grade – CCGPS Accelerated Geometry H • 11th Grade – CCGPS Accelerated Honors Pre-calculus • 12th Grade – AP Calculus AB or BC
Tips for Parents • Ask your student! • Use Home Access Center!! • Sign up for Constant Contact!! • Check out the blog. • E-mail the teacher: BakerL@fultonschools.org
Ultimately, your students will… • be successful in an academically challenging course. • be proud of their learning and work. • be prepared to be the TOP students at their high schools. • gain more independence as they take on their own academic responsibilities. • ask questions in class and ask for help when they need it.