update June 21, 2009
I wanted to thank all the students and parents for a wonderful year. We have worked hard, but we have also learned a great deal about math, each other and ourselves.
I hope you all have a wonderful summer. Make sure to take time to think about the wonders of nature around you and all the math that is in our world daily.
Have FUN!!!!
Welcome to Mrs. Chlanda's home page !
The year is winding down. Student's were given a probability project which they worked on in groupsduring class. They have an individual paper due on Tuesday, June 9th. The rubric and project assignment are posted on my homework page. This project is important for their 4th quarter grade.
On Friday, we will begin our Greek integrated unit. Students will spend 7 days doing a variety of activities.It will culminate with Olympic games, greek feast (pizza, greek salad, ice cream sundaes) and closing ceremony. Students were asked to bring in $5 for the feast.
I have high expectations for my students and I know you all will be up to the challenge!
I expect every student to have a one-inch three ring binder, dividers, pencils (we use pencil in math ,with a few exceptions), ruler, cheap calculator(they have them at the dollar store) and filler paper (not college rule).
Yes, there is homework every night , including Friday. Homework in math, helps your student to practice skills we are learning and review skills from past learning experiences. If your child is still struggling with multiplication tables,5 minutes of review a night will help them to become fluent. They willl receive a math skills packet on Friday. For most students, it will be a review of arithmetic skills
I have a 1/2 hour rule for homework. If your student has spent a dedicated 1/2 hour on his/her homework and is not finished, just sign the homework. If they are having trouble with one particular problem, they should jot down what is confusing them and go on to the other problems. If they do this they will get full credit for doing the homework.
I will be available for extra help every Tuesday morning from 7:00-7:50 and Monday afternoon from 2:30-3:30. Please take advantage of the extra help offered.
What are our classroom procedures?
In the first few weeks we will discuss various class procedures and get a chance to practice them. Because I intend to provide a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning and where all students know they are safe and welcome, I expect everyone to:
Be prepared for class. Students must bring all items listed for each subject every day. Preparation will be a part of a student’s grade.(This will be 5% of your grade)
Enter the room quietly and be seated in the correct seat.
Follow instructions on the overhead projector immediately upon entering the room.
Respect all learners in the classroom!!!
