FAQ: C2.0 Algebra 1
November parent/teacher conferences are quickly approaching. Rocky Hill Middle
School conducts an “arena style” conference night. This means you will have
opportunity to see any of your child’s teachers. Due to the large number of
students enrolled at RHMS, the lines can become long. In an effort to alleviate
time spent waiting to speak to a teacher about routines and other frequently asked
questions, information is listed below. If you have specific questions about your
child, we look forward to seeing you on November 11th.
What are the necessary supplies expected each day in class?
 Pencils
 Paper
 Graphing Calculator (TI-83 Plus or TI-84)
 Pen (for checking)
 Journal (for notes)
How can my child stay organized?
1. Students are expected to list assignments in their assignment book every day.
Homework is assigned nightly, please check to see homework is recorded. If you are
not seeing anything written down, please let me know ASAP.
2. Grades can be accessed on Edline and are updated at least every 2 weeks.
3. All graded assignments are returned and should be kept in the math section of a 3ring binder until the conclusion of the topic.
What instructional resources are available for my child?
1. Students have a syllabus for each topic of study that outlines lessons, homework, and
upcoming assessments.
2. Journals and/or packets have notes recorded for each lesson.
3. Review sheets are sent home before every formative assessment.
4. Quizzes are reflective of homework assignments from previous classes.
5. Online tutorials can be found on the RHMS website math department page.
6. I am available to help students each morning before the first block of instruction.
What can my child reassess?
Students are permitted to reassess ONE FORMATIVE PER UNIT of study. If a student wants
to retake a formative, they must turn in the retake packet on the designated day before the
first block of instruction.
Will you recommend my child for the magnet programs and/or APPS program?
We are more than happy to fill out the teacher recommendation forms for these programs.
The programs are very rigorous and only a set amount students from the entire county will
get in. Our only part in the process is filling out the teacher recommendation forms!
FAQ: C2.0 Algebra 1
How can I help my child at home?
1. Be sure to provide an adequate study area (well lit, quiet, etc.).
2. Have appropriate resources available (pencils, calculator, notes, computer, etc.).
3. Encourage your child to visit helpful websites listed on this sheet and on their
syllabus for extra practice or reminders.
4. Help you child to “chunk” assignments. That is, do part now and finish later.
5. Re-Quiz your child using examples from homework or classwork each week.
6. Ask your child to tell you, specifically, what objectives were covered in class each day.
This will help him/her reflect on the lesson.
7. Observe homework completion and have your child talk through how to solve
problems.
8. Look in your child’s notebook and encourage them to get extra help or redo
assignments that have been done incorrectly or poorly.
9. Remind your child that you understand that they are working hard and you want to
help. Remember to encourage and nurture them, as middle school is a unique time
of learning.
10. Remind your child that I am available every morning for extra help before first block.
What online resources would you recommend?
 www.bedtimemathproblem.org
o a good resource for practicing everyday math with younger children
 www.coolmath.com
 www.hippocampus.org
 www.homeworkspot.com/middle/math
 www.hotmath.com/glencoe
 www.ixl.com
o An introduction to the site is free. I don’t recommend a subscription.
 www.khanacademy.org
o Great videos to watch if you are absent for a math class before you see your
teacher.
 www.math.com/students/homework.html
 www.mathforum.org/math.topics.html
o Challenging and enriching extension problems.
 www.purplemath.com
o Solid math reference and support.
 www.virtualnerd.com
o Solid math reference and support.
 www.learnzillion.com
o Great videos to watch if you are absent for a math class before you see your
teacher. They are directly aligned to the common core curriculum.