Teacher: Mrs.

Johnson
Email: ljohnson1@conroeisd.net
Conference: 9:50 10:30 AM
Website: www.johnson8math.weebly.com
Phone: 936-709-2400
Room: 304
Tutorials/Homework Help: Monday 4:15-5:00 PM

8th Grade Math

Welcome to 8th grade math! I am dedicated to help you achieve greatness in your math abilities.
I will be here to support you, challenge you, and celebrate your success. We have a lot of
obstacles to get through this year, but together we can conquer the battle! Lets make it a great
year

School Supplies
These are the required supplies that are used daily PLUS your class periods supplies.
o Mechanical Pencils with extra lead
Class Period Supplies
o 1 Big Eraser
st Period Expo Markers
1
o 1 Spiral with holes
3rd Period Glue Sticks (4-pack)
o 1 pkg. Dividers (5-tab)
4th Period Markers
o 1 Pencil Pouch with holes
5th Period Colored Pencils
o 1 Binder (1 inch)
6th Period Tissues
o 4 AAA Batteries
7th Period Liquid Glue
o 4 Highlighters (different colors)
o 1 pkg. Notebook Paper
Please Note: Your supplies can be reused from last year. You are not required to have brand
new supplies. Extra credit will be given for extra school supplies brought in.
Classroom Rules
1. Get quiet immediately when you hear me say, If you can hear me snap once.
2. Raise your hand to get my attention during Practice Time.
3. Walk to the trash (or recycle bin) to throw things away.
4. Do not distract other students around you.
5. Do not take or damage things that do not belong to you.
Consequences
o Verbal warning in front of the class.
o Direct warning at your desk and parent is called or emailed.
o Talk in hallway and parent is called or emailed.
o Write up and parent is called or emailed.
Homework
Students will have homework every night. A weekly homework sheet is given every Monday
(except if Monday is a holiday, it will be given Tuesday). The homework is divided into daily
sections to make it easier and more manageable for students. The homework is due every
Thursday, but it can always be turned in earlier. Homework not turned in will result in a 0% and
parents will be emailed. Late homework is accepted with a 10-point deduction each day its late.
A replacement copy can be given with a 10-point deduction.
Cell Phones
Cell phones are not to be seen during class. Excuses such as I was checking the time or I was
texting my mom are not valid. If I see a student using his/her phone in class, they will be given

Teacher: Mrs. Johnson

Email: ljohnson1@conroeisd.net
Conference: 9:50 10:30 AM
Website: www.johnson8math.weebly.com
Phone: 936-709-2400
Room: 304
Tutorials/Homework Help: Monday 4:15-5:00 PM
one (1) warning to put the phone away. After the second time I see the phone, I will follow the
schools policy and the phone will be confiscated and taken to the APs office.
Students Leaving Class
Students are encouraged to use the restroom and/or get water between classes. Each student
will receive his/her own hall pass to record each time they leave class. Students will be
rewarded each 3 weeks for a blank hall pass. During critical instructional time, students may be
asked to wait until I am done teaching before leaving class. Parents will be contacted if I notice a
trend.
Calculators
Each student is assigned a graphing calculator to use during class. The calculators are kept in a
numbered pocket in the classroom. It is the students responsibility to take care of their
calculator and not damage it. Students should notify me immediately if something is wrong with
their calculator.
Grades and Testing
Conroe ISD has set the grading scale as: 50% tests, 30% daily, and 20% quiz. The majority of
graded work in this class is classified as a daily grade (homework included). Math Review quizzes
are given every other Friday, which is classified as a quiz grade. Students take a 6-question Math
Review quiz to assess their knowledge of topics covered in our daily Math Review. Topic tests
and district benchmarks are classified as a test grade (major grade). I encourage parents and
students to frequently check View-It for updated grades. Students are given a 3-week and 6week Progress Report to take home, but the 9-week Report Card is mailed. Parents will be
contacted if their child is in danger of failing.
STAAR (State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness)
All 8th grade students will take the Math STAAR on March 29, 2016. Any student who does not
pass will retake the STAAR on May 9, 2016. Any student who does not pass the second time will
take it again during summer school on June 21, 2016. STAAR will assess the 8th grade math TEKS
covered during the year, so we will work very hard to master each and every TEK to be
successful on STAAR.
What You Can Expect From Me
o I will engage students in rigorous
and relevant instruction.
o I will foster meaningful
relationships.
o I will treat every child with fairness,
consistency, and respect.
o I will communicate with parents.
o I will hold every student to a high
standard.

What I Expect from Students

o Come to class prepared to learn.
o Follow directions from the teacher.
o Respect yourself and others right
to learn.
o Always try your best and hold
yourself to a high standard.
o Engage in conflict resolution by
talking with me about ways to
resolve your issue fairly.