Consumer Math Syllabus
I. Course Description:
This Consumer Math class is offered only to those students with individualized educational plans. The primary focuses being on meeting individual needs of each student as determined by the I.E.P. The content area being covered and pacing of the class is secondary to the students’ individual needs. The class will cover a variety of real life math skills and will incorporate skills needed to pass the high school exit exam.
II. Grading Policy:
100 % – 90 % = A
89 % – 80 % = B
79 % – 70 % = C
69 % – 60 % = D
59 % and below = F
Incomplete = Must be completed by the first four weeks of the
next semester
Students will be graded on the following:
25% of the grade = Participation Points
25% of the grade = Class work/ Homework
25% of the grade = Tests and Quizzes
25 % of the grade = Final Project/ Exam
Students will earn a possible of 10 participation points toward their grade daily. This 10-point scale is based on punctuality, preparedness, on task behavior, cooperation, and the completion of daily tasks.
III. Homework:
Homework will be assigned on an as needed basis. Students may have the opportunity to start their homework during class. If students don’t complete assignments in class then the assignment will need to be finished at home as homework. Incomplete homework assignments will prohibit students from earning all of their participation points. Students are unable to fully participate if their work is incomplete. Late work is accepted for partial credit only (60% possible). When a student is absent it is their responsibility to check with the teacher and get the work in within the number of days they were absent.
IV. Absences:
The Grossmont High School attendance/tardy policy will be in effect. . Unexcused absences will result in no participation points for the day. Punctual students earn one participation point automatically as they arrive on time each day. Students are tardy if they are not in their seats when the second bell rings.
V. Behavior Expectations:
Students are expected to be to class on time with materials ready to work. If students finish early they can work on homework from another class however, students are not allowed to disrupt others who are working. Extra credit work will be provided for those who finish early. Disruptive students will be asked to leave the room. Students will not be earning participation points if this happens. ELECTRONIC DEVICES WILL BE CONFISCATED AS PER SCHOOL POLICY. PLEASE SEE STUDENT HANDBOOK.
VI. Classroom Procedures:
Students need to get their folders as they enter the room and begin the warm up activity. At the end of the period the students need to put their folders away in the box. It is the students’ responsibility to check to see they have all participation points. If the student forgets to get the points signed for the day then they will need to make them up after school or at a different time. To make up absent day points the student must bring in a note from parents or from the office stating they are excused. Blank or empty points will result in a zero for that day.
VII. Behavior Toward Substitutes:
Students need to treat substitute with complete respect. The substitute will record earned participation points. Any reports of behavior issues with a substitute will automatically result in loss of points for that day and a detention and/or a call home.
VIII. Materials Needed:
All students are expected to have a three ring binder for this class. The binder is part of the final project grade. All papers will need to be organized into sections. It is essential that students keep all work during the semester since it will be impossible to reproduce this at the end. Organization is a key point to success.
IX. Parent –Teacher Contact:
My conference hours are from 7:30 – 8:00 every morning. To ensure availability please make an appointment. My voice mail number is: 619-668-6176. My email address is ldietrich@guhsd.net. Please contact me if you have any concerns or questions.
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