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Delve into the world of Mrs. Margis, a dedicated math educator with a Bachelor's Degree from Indiana University and a Master's Degree from Concordia University Chicago. As the coach of the Warrior Dance Team, Mrs. Margis excels in teaching Geometry, covering topics such as measurement, congruency, proofs, and more. Wondering what comes next after Geometry? Explore Algebra 2 or Algebra 2 Trigonometry with Mrs. Margis. In Honors Geometry, delve deeper into concepts like transformations, circles, and the Pythagorean Theorem. Discover what's next after Honors Geometry. For Algebra 1, Mrs. Margis focuses on simplifying expressions, solving equations, and using a graphing calculator. Access online resources for Geometry and Algebra 1, including textbooks and the Khan Academy. Stay updated on grades via Infinite Campus, and contact Mrs. Margis via email or phone. Explore the Academic Resource Center (ARC) for homework help and test makeup. Thank you for attending Open House!
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Indiana University Bachelor’s Degree Concordia University Chicago Master’s Degree
What do we study in Geometry? Measurement, segments and angles, perpendicularity, congruency, complements and supplements, proofs, triangles, transformations, parallel lines, quadrilaterals, polygons, Pythagorean Theorem, radicals, circles, surface area and volume. What comes next? Algebra 2 or Algebra 2 Trigonometry
What do we study in Honors Geometry? Measurement, segments and angles, perpendicularity, congruency, complements and supplements, proofs, triangles, transformations, parallel lines, quadrilaterals, polygons, Pythagorean Theorem, radicals, circles, surface area and volume. What comes next? Algebra 2 Trig or Honors Algebra 2 Trig
What do we study in Algebra 1? Studying the basics of Algebra: simplifying algebraic expressions, solving and graphing linear and quadratic equations, factoring, solving inequalities, systems of equations, properties of exponents, radical and rational expressions, use of a graphing calculator, and general problem solving. What comes next? Geometry
Online Resources • Homework • Classroom Guidelines and Expectations • http://dhs.dist113.org/Faculty/MargisK/Pages/default.aspx • Algebra 1 Online Textbook • https://www.pearsonsuccessnet.com/snpapp/iText/getTeacherHomepage.do?newServiceId=6000&newPageId=10100 • Geometry Online Textbook • http://connected.mcgraw-hill.com/connected/login.do • Khan Academy
TI-Nspire CAS Calculator • TI-Nspire CAS calculator • Not only a “calculator” but a tool to guide learning • Allows for quick checks to see how students are progressing and immediately change instruction based on student needs
Grades • Throughout the year, your child will receive a grade based on homework, quizzes, tests, and occasional projects or labs. To keep you informed of your student’s progress, you can log into Infinite Campus. I update grades weekly, however, please note that grades are based on weighted percentages. • If your student drops below a C-, a progress report will be sent home via Infinite Campus mid and end of quarter. If you ever have any questions or would like more information regarding your child’s progress, feel free to email or call me anytime.
How do I/my child contact Mrs. Margis? • I am free before school and during periods 2, 5, and 8 by appointment. • My office is X201 • My email is kmargis@dist113.org • My phone number is 224-632-3224
The ARCAcademic Resource Center • The ARC is located in room F105. • It is open Monday - Thursday from 7:15-4:30 and Friday from 7:15-3:15. • The ARC is a place for students to receive help on their homework or review for assessments. There are teacher and student tutors in the ARC. • Test makeup is held in room Q125.