understanding and

search for ways to apply

what we learn beyond

the walls of the class-

room. In order to get

the most out of

this class,

you

should

come

prepared

with a posi-

tive attitude and an

open mind each day.

We will explore the

content and seek to

master the Algebra I

curriculum. We are

like you’ve never had!

This is a Flipped Learn-

ing Environment.

Meaning, you will en-

gage with math every-

day in class and in ways

you never imagined.

Together we will ex-

pand our mathematical

We will be respectful.

We will be responsible.

We will be prepared for class.

We will ask a lot of questions.

We will help each other.

Hello &

Welcome!

We are so

glad you

are here!

We know

you have a

choice where you

learn your math, and

today you chose us! We

are going to have a

great time! This class is

going to an experience

Class Expectations

Inside this issue:

Expectations 2

Make-Up Work 2

Meet Mr. Johnson and 2

How to get extra help 3

Note to parents 3

Flipped Learning 4

Test Policy 4

Important Numbers 4

7th Grade Pre-Algebra

Mr. Johnson

johnsonad@mtnbrook.k12.al.us

@JHMathGuy

Mountain Brook

Junior High

Volume , Issue

Flipped Learning

As one of the most popular trends in education in recent memory, you’ve undoubtedly heard of the flipped classroom. But what is it about a classroom that’s been flipped that makes it unique? A flipped class-room is one where students are introduced to content at home, and practice working through it at school. In this blended learning ap-proach, face-to-face interaction is mixed with independent study via technology. Students watch pre-recorded videos at home, then come to school to do the homework armed with questions and at least some background knowledge.

Grades are weighted as follows:

Tests = 75% Other = 25% HW = 0%

Other consists of: quiz, classwork, RAP, etc.

MA= missing assignment, CAN make-up

EX= excused

0= earned grade, CANNOT make-up

Grades

You are expected to bring your book

each day. You will have an online

book for your use at home. There

will be times that you are expected

to print handouts, graphic organiz-

ers and other supplemental materi-

als. Those items will be found in our

Canvas page and will be required

when you come to class. In addition

to bringing your textbook every day,

you should also have the following

items with you in class at all times:

Textbook: Pearson Algebra I

Binder (with plenty of paper)

Workbook

Highlighter

Pens and Pencils

Calculator ( I will not be able to loan you one)

All supplemental materials that you are asked to print

An open mind, strong work ethic, willingness to take chances

A Positive Attitude!!!

fore returning to school. If

you miss a test, you have

to schedule a time to

make-up the test (this is

most likely done before

school). Failure to make-

up your test at the sched-

uled time may result in a

loss of points.

From time to time you will

have to miss school.

When this happens, it is

YOUR responsibility to find

out what you missed and

arrange with me how you

plan to make up all

missed assignments. If

possible, you should

make arrangements prior

to missing school. You will

have three days to meet

with me to make a plan on

how your missed work will

be completed. It is sug-

gested that you find your

homework on the Canvas

page and complete it be-

know all of you. This

is YOUR class. I am

simply here to guide

and prompt you

along the way. This

class will only be as

effective as you

make it. I encourage

you to actively participate each day

in order to make class entertaining

each day.

I am beginning my 14th year as a

teacher and my tenth year at

Mountain Brook Junior High. I

earned my Bachelors of Science in

Mathematics and Health from Troy

University in 2004. And, in the

summer of 2013, I earned my Mas-

ters degree in Education Leader-

ship with a concentration in In-

structional Technology. In my free

time I enjoy playing and coaching

soccer, hiking,

climbing and just

being outdoors. I

also enjoy spending

time with my four-

legged best friend,

Karl Barx. I am

looking forward to

continuing my career in the Moun-

tain Brook system for many years

to come and can’t wait to get to

Meet Mr. Johnson

I can’t go to school today...I feel awful!

If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.

“The essence of

mathematics lies in its

freedom.”

Georg Cantor

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late! Ask for help as

soon as you notice

there is an issue.

If you need help, do

not hesitate to ask!

Please communicate

with me early and of-

ten if you are feeling

overwhelmed or be-

hind with any of the

material. I am usually

available before

school and during

A.O. But I can only

help you if we com-

municate with each

other. Please do not

wait until it is too

classroom experience

that best supports

your child.

Thanks!

Sincerely,

Mr. Johnson

Please communicate

with your child about

important dates and

deadlines. All infor-

mation that pertains

directly to the stu-

dent will be posted

on the Canvas page.

There is a link on the

webpage for you to

fill out a small ques-

tionnaire. Please do

this soon. The infor-

mation you provide

will help me design a

Missing a home-

work assignment.

In order to be suc-

cessful in class, you

MUST do your

homework as it is

assigned. Failure to com-

plete an assignment may

earn a grade of ZERO. If

you fail to complete an assignment it

is your responsibility to let me know.

If you miss an assignment or fail to

complete it, there are procedures in

place for you to complete the assign-

ment as it was originally intended. It

is in your best interest to complete

the homework the when it is assigned.

You can expect to have home-

work assigned to you nightly.

Homework will vary in how it is

assigned and what is expected of

you in order to receive credit.

Please don’t stress...you will

adapt quickly and become a pro!

Typically your homework will

consist of a video lesson. You are

expected to ACTIVELY PARTICI-

PATE with the material AND

take notes as if you are sitting in

a traditional classroom setting.

When the homework requires

you to print supplemental mate-

rial you are expected to make

arrangements to do so. If for

some reason you cannot secure a

printed copy of the supplemental

materials, you are expected to

write/create your own copy of

the graphic organizer. Your ac-

tive participation in the

“homework” is VITAL to your

success. For this course, home-

work is a precursor to what we

will learn… not a wrap-up from

what was covered. A student

who chooses not to do the

“homework” will find it very

difficult to participate in class. If

you have not done your part

prior to class, you will be delayed

in getting started in the day’s

activities.

What a “Flipped” Homework Assignment Looks Like

Dear Parents,

Mr. Johnson, I need

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the day before a test

you WILL be expected

to take the test with

everyone else.

QUIZZES

...can be given on any

day and are not always

announced in advance.

Test Re-Take Policy-

You are allowed to re-

take one test per nine

weeks.

The re-test grade will

Math Test Days are typi-

cally given on the ODD

days of the month. From

time to time we will test

during a “long” class period.

Tests will be announced in

advance to allow the student

time to prepare. If you miss

Email:

This space is provided for

you to keep track of any

important numbers, log-in

credentials, passwords that

you may use for time to

time. This list includes

some, not all, items we will

use. Feel free to add to this

list as we move through the

school year.

Canvas:

ChromeBook:

iNow:

KhanAcademy:

1mp0rtant Numb3r5!

“Is this gonna be on the Test?”

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replace the original

score.

In order to re-test,

you must conference

with the teacher dur-

ing AO to develop an

appropriate action

plan.

Since math builds

upon itself, all re-

takes must be com-

pleted within the

grading period in

which the original

test was given.

9 weeks exams and

semester exams

may NOT be

re-tested.