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Graduate of Purdue University, Mr. Fenoglio brings classroom and tutoring experience to Creekside Middle School. Course materials, grading policy, mathematical practices, and investigative approach explained here. Access homework assignments, resources, and online textbook.
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Introduction Mr. Lou Fenoglio lfenogli@ccs.k12.in.us 733-6420 ext.6086
About Me • Purdue University Graduate • Student Taught at Zionsville Community High School • Both Classroom and Tutoring Experience • First Year at Creekside Middle School
Class Materials • 3 –Ring Binder (Dividers, Notes, Paper) • Scientific Calculator • Textbook • Response and Practice Journal • Pencil(s) • Supplies necessary for most (if not all) in-class activities will be provided
Grading • Tests and Quizzes: 90% Homework: 10% • Homework graded by 1) Completion or 2) Check/Plus/Minus • Test re-takes require contract (posted soon)Tests don’t leave school (unless to be signed for re-take) • Math 7: 2 SectionsAdv. Pre-Algebra: 4 Sections
Mathematical Practices • Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them • Reason abstractly and quantitatively • Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others • Model with mathematics • Use appropriate tools strategically • Attend to precision • Look for and make use of structure • Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning
INVESTIGATIVE/DISCOVERY • Focus on activities and group investigation
Resources • My website: http://www1.ccs.k12.in.us/teachers/LFenogli • Link available from Staff Directory • Homework Assignments, Course Materials • Announcements and Important Information • BigIdeasOnline Textbook:http://www.bigideasmath.com/students/ • Also available from my website