Potomac Falls High School
Statistics
and/or Discrete
with Mrs. Belin
Math
2015-2016 School Year
Welcome to Statistics and Discrete Math!
Welcome to Statistics
and/or Discrete Math! I
look forward to exciting
and productive semesters
with you. In these courses I will be introducing
many new and interesting
topics and concepts to
you. They will be different
than most of your previous math classes as you
will be expected to READ
the textbooks. If you find
yourself falling behind, seek
help immediately.
At some point during
the year there may be a
need for you or your parents to contact me. Please
see my contact information
listed below. It is much
easier and faster for me to
reply to an email you’ve
sent. I will update my web
page on a regular basis please check it often.
I place a strong emphasis on responsibility and respect. Everyone is respected as an important member
of the class and is expected
to treat others in the same
manner. My expectations
of you are:
• Be Prompt - Arrive before
the tardy bell, sit in your
assigned seat, and start the
warm-up.
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Grading
Grading is done with a total points
method. Grades will be updated in Phoenix on a weekly basis.
The majority of your grade is based on
quiz, test, and project performance. Tests
will be announced well in advance. Quizzes will occur daily. Assignments are due
on the date requested and grades will be
lowered for late work. ‘Extra Credit’ will
not be used so please don’t ask for any.
Homework will rarely be assigned.
Rather, you’ll receive a classwork assignment nearly every class. These classwork
assignments will be the basis of your
formative grade for the class.
There will be an optional cummulative
• Be Prepared - Come to
class with all the necessary
materials including a pencil.
• Be Productive - Follow all
instructions and put forth
your best effort for the
entire block. Don’t pack
up until told to do so - we
work until the bell. I will
dismiss you, not the bell.
• Be Polite - Respect yourself,
others, and your surroundings. Always use good
manners.
I am sure you will put
forth your best effort to
achieve the highest level of
success. I am excited about
the great year to come!
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quarterly assessment. This assessment is
an opportunity to demonstrate mastery of
the material covered during that quarter.
Details will be discussed in class.
If you’re absent, I expected you to
make up the work as soon as possible.
Notes will be posted on my website. If
your first day of absence occurs on a day
of a previously announced quiz or test,
you’ll be required to take it on the first day
of your return.
If you’re struggling in math, utilize
your flex time with me for extra help. I’m
often available in the morning before
school for review and questions. Please
approach me if you need help.
Mrs. Belin
[email protected]
571-434-3200
Materials for class:
• Pencils and Erasers
- ALL math is done in pencil
• Binder
- one binder for math only
• Textbook
• Calculator
- see the PFHS calculator
policy - TI-84 suggested
• NO Electronic Devices
- Keep them in your backpack. Backpacks and purses
are kept on the floor, not on
your desk or in your lap.
Approximate
Grading
Weights
Tests, Quizzes,
& Projects
Assignments
90%
10%
Need Help?
• See Mrs. Belin - Room 140
• Ask for a Flex Pass
• Set up a study group with
your peers - and really
study!!
• Google for internet
resources.