Name: _______________________ Period: ______

What supplies will

we need?
Daily supplies:
Math Binder (Blue)
5 Tab Dividers
Lined Paper (in binder)
Pencil
Student Planner
Novel
1 Subject Notebook
Calculator (optional)

Do we get to use calculators?

Calculators will be permissible during class and on
homework at the teachers discretion. When using
calculators, they will be available during class.
However, it is recommended that you have a
calculator of your own to use at home and/or
during study time (when permissible). It needs only
to be a basic calculator with the square root ( )

Course Description

This course is designed to meet the needs of the student who will benefit from the learning the prerequisite skills and concepts in Algebra. Units covere
Real Numbers

Algebraic Expressions
Equations & Inequalities
Ratios, Proportions, & Percents
Functions, Graphs, and Linear Equations
Two-Dimensional Geometry
Three-Dimensional Geometry
Probability & Statistics
After successfully completing this course, the student should be prepared for Algebra I.

If you are not willing to learn, no one can help

you.
If you are determined to learn, no one can stop
you.
Student Signature: _____________________________________ Date: _____________
Parent Signature: ______________________________________ Date: ______________

Name: _______________________ Period: ______

How are we graded in this class?

Homework
Homework is checked the day after you get the assignment. You will receive a maximum of 4 points per assignment if you complete the a
Notebooks
Notebooks will be given a grade at the end of every unit.
Quizzes
Quizzes will be given throughout each unit to test how well you understand the material.
Tests & Projects
A test or project is given at the end of every unit.

Extra Credit

There are many opportunities for

extra credit in this class. Every unit
will have a few pages at the back,
which can be completed for some
extra credit points. They will be
added onto either a quiz or a test
grade. Also, on every test or project
there will be ways in which you can
earn extra points towards your
grade.

Grading Scale
92% 100% = A
84% 91% = B
76% 83% = C
67% 75% = D
66% 0% = F

What happens if we dont do our

homework?
The RMS Homework Policy will be
followed. Students will be expected to make
a homework appointment that day after
school, the following morning, or the next
day after school. If the student decides to
skip they will receive an office referral and
will loose points towards their grade.

Paige Ozmun
Contact Information
E-mail: paige.ozmun@ralstonschools.org
RMS Phone:
(402) 331 4701

Can we retake tests and Quizzes?

Tests & quizzes can be retaken before or after school with an appointment. Once in my room
you must correct the mistakes you made on your quiz or test in a different color than you took
your quiz or test in and on a separate sheet of paper. When it is turned in you will receive half
credit back on the problems you answer correctly. However, you can only receive a high score of
a 90% on any quiz or test that you make corrections on.

Student Signature: _____________________________________ Date: _____________

Parent Signature: ______________________________________ Date: ______________

Name: _______________________ Period: ______

What can we do to be successful?

Do your HOMEWORK There is quite a bit of homework, but it is meant

to help you. If you have trouble with the homework, dont wait until class
to ask for help (It will be late!). See me before school or after school or
email me!
STUDY for Tests & Quizzes Practice, practice, practice the skills we
are learning! Study vocabulary. Practicing will help!
Keep up with your Notebook Your notebook is your lifeline. If you are
absent, make sure you make up all the notes, especially since they are
graded.
ASK QUESTIONS!!! Dont be afraid to ask for help. Im available
before & after school most days.

STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES

You have the right:
to learn while in a safe school environment
to fair treatment by teachers & peers
You have the responsibility:
to treat adults & peers with respect
to listen & not talk when the teacher is talking
to be prepared for class, participate in classroom activities, and complete
assignments
to not distract others from learning

A LITTLE ABOUT ME
I am a graduate of College of Saint Mary. This is my 4th year at RMS and I am super
excited to work with the students, parents, and the community of Ralston. When not at
school, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Michael, and my 7 year-old son, Brayden,
and my newly born daughter. I also like to be outside, I enjoy reading, listening to music,

Dont practice until you get it right!

Practice until you cant get it wrong!

Student Signature: _____________________________________ Date: _____________

Parent Signature: ______________________________________ Date: ______________