Welcome to Mrs. Hawkins' mathematics classroom! Come on in and find out how things are done.

1. Welcome to Mathland… where you can check out but never really leave…Mathematics Is Everywhere! Things That Make You Go Hmmmmm…

2. A little bit about Mrs. Hawkins… Both graduates of Oakland High School, my husband Ronnie and I have three sons. Clint graduated from EIU in 2007 and works for Traveler’s Insurance. Chris is a philosophy major at EIU, and Cary works at MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc. in Arthur. We also have a dog named Annie. After graduating from EIU twice, I have taught computer programming, mathematics, physical education, did a several year stint as guidance counselor, and even did some coaching. After finally figuring out what I wanted to do when I grew up, I am now back in the math classroom and loving every minute of it. Technology is one of my passions so I am extremely excited that it is part of my everyday teaching routine. My presentation definitely defines how I like to teach students – hopefully you will find it useful, informative, and perhaps funny – enjoy.

3. Technology Tools Used in Mrs. Hawkins’ Curriculum Scientific & Graphing Calculators Computers Moodle SMARTBoard Geometer’s Sketchpad (student edition available on-line) http:// www.keypress.com /sketchpad / Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Notebook http:// www.quickmath.com / If students need graph paper they can go to the following website http:// www.mathematicshelpcentral.com/graph_paper / and click on gpaper.exe

5. Classroom Procedures CLASSROOM ASSIGNMENTS The purpose of classroom assignments is to learn/practice/understand math skills. Assignments must be complete and work must be shown to receive full credit. Questions should be asked as they arise. Work all missed problems again to come up with correct answers. See me outside of class as needed.

6. Always bring 3-ring binder, graphing calculator, and pencil/pen Do math first, other homework (or read) second (if with you) Only one late assignment per quarter Check your class board for missed work and ask for clarification as needed The better your attendance, attention, and work ethic the easier your job will be Respect yourself, others, and the equipment - no food or candy – gum is okay as long as it is not seen or heard – no shooting baskets Be in your seats and ready to work when the bell rings and please wait until I dismiss you at the end of class Classroom Expectations

7. QUARTER GRADES (example) Homework (“mostly” graded on completion) – 238 points out of a possible 300 points – 238/300=79.33%* Quizzes/tests/other assessments – 357 points out of a possible 400 points – 357/400=89.25%* Quarter percentage - (89.25% + 89.25% + 89.25% + 79.33%)/4=86.77% SEMESTER GRADES (example) – GPA & Transcript Each quarter counts 45% of the total grade and the final exam counts 10% of the final grade Q 1(3) 76.55% * .45 = 34.45 Q 2(4) 85.79% * .45 = 38.61 Final Exam 91.00% * .1 = 9.1 Overall Semester Grade 82.16% No points can be counted for days with unexcused absences Cumulative quizzes will be given after the completion of a few sections-tests/other assessments may be given as units are completed Test/quiz corrections must be handed in no later than the day after the test/quiz is turned back to the students Projects/partner/group work cannot always be corrected Students/parents can check grades at any time with TeacherEase OHS Grading Scale

8. NEWS!!! The OHS Math Team has advanced to state competition four times in the past five years, with the Calculator Team placing fifth in state in 2011! It is an awesome experience, and all students are invited to be a part of it. ACT/PSAE Practice http:// www.actstudent.org/sampletest/index.html http://go.hrw.com/hrw.nd/gohrw_rls1/pKeywordResults?keyword=mm1%20test%20prep%20illinois http:// www.act.org/workkeys/practice/index.html Catch the Sudoku craze… www.dailysudoku.co.uk/

9. Questions? Questions, now or in the future, please e-mail me at [email_address] or call 346-2166 between 9:00 and 9:45. The rest of my daily schedule can be seen @ www.oak.k12.il.us . Q: What do you get if you divide the circumference of a jack-o-lantern by its diameter? A: Pumpkin Pi! http://www.math.ualberta.ca/~runde/jokes.html