Welcome from Mrs. Dushi and Mrs. Goldstein -

 Homework-Monday through Thursday
                                                *Most weeks students have no HW assignment on Friday and may work ahead if they would like
                                                * tickets are earned for complete HW, 90% or above for a test or quiz, or extra
                                                         work    
                      *no HW or HW pass is lunch detention with Mrs. Dushi
Syllabus

MATHEMATICS-the following eight mathematics strands are addressed in the curriculum: Numeration & order, Geometry & Measurement, Functions & Algebra, Data & Probability, Problem Solving & Reasoning, Math Skills & Tools, Mathematical Communication, and Putting Mathematics to Work.

· add, subtract, multiply, divide and compare whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
· calculate percent
· order of operations
· work with exponents
· flexibly apply different problem solving strategies learned to solve a problem
· collect, organize, and analyze data using tables and graphs to represent the data
· determine range, mean, median, and mode for a data set
· create, use, and analyze various tables and graphs
· begin using algebraic equations and expressions with substitution and solving for variables
· measure using appropriate units and tooln the customary and metric system
· calculate perimeter, area, and volume
· work in beginning geometry with 2 & 3-dimensional figures
· demonstrate understanding through grade-level projects