Dear Parents,
My name is Ms. DuBuisson, and I will be 806, 807 and 808’s eighth grade mathematics teacher. Please allow me the opportunity to introduce myself, and welcome your child back to school.
This school year will be very exciting for your child. I hope you are as excited as I am and I promise your child will enjoy his/her mathematic academic year at MS 181. Throughout this website, there will be pertinent information that can be used to keep track of you child's progress in class.
I am committed to create a climate, which promotes achievement of high academic standards and the pursuits of excellence. Room 122 is a risk-free learning environment that will ensure that all children will be motivated to learn math and become independent, critical thinkers, problem solvers and life long learners.
Again, if there are any concerns,issues or questions please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected] or call (718) 904 - 5600. Below is a list of supplies that are needed in the class. Also, I listed our math department universal grading policy. Please review each with your child for clarity and understanding. Once again, thanks and we will be communicating throughout the school year.
Sincerely,
Ms. DuBuisson
SUPPLIES Grades
- Plenty of #2 pencils - TBA
- Colored pencils or highlighters
- Graph paper composition books
- Folders
- 806 (red)
- 807 (black)
- 808 (green)
- loose leaf paper
- copy paper
- Markers (thin & thick)
- Crayons
Dear Parents,
Your child will receive all homework assignments in class for the remainder of this school year. If they are absent on a day an assignment is distributed, they will be given an opportunity to make it up.
Dear Parents,
I am so sorry I was not able to keep updates on my site. However, everything is back in place. Please make sure your child hands in their Mid-Winter Packets. Also, please make sure they are doing IREADY, Study Island and math.com at least once a week. Lastly, their is going to be another home component for your child to do. It will be given on Fridays and due on Mondays.
I am committed to create a climate, which promotes achievement of high academic standards and the pursuits of excellence. Room 122 is a risk-free learning environment that will ensure that all children will be motivated to learn math and become independent, critical thinkers, problem solvers and life long learners.
Dear Parents,
Thank you for participating in the Parent Teacher Conference on Thursday. It was my pleasure to sit and discuss how your child is doing at this time. However, as the holidays approach it is time to buckle down and prepare for what is in stored. During the brief Thanksgiving break your child will receive a Crossword Project to do, and during the Christmas break there will be another project. Please make sure your child completes each project.
Sincerely,
Ms. DuBuisson
Parents,
My name is Ms. DuBuisson, and I will be 807's eighth grade mathematics teacher and co-teacher with Mr. Aronow for 803 & 804 for the 2014 - 2015 school year. Please allow me the opportunity to introduce myself, and welcome your child back to school.
If you have concerns about homework, about the content of class projects, about how your child seems to be doing academically or socially - do not ignore it. Talk to me or Mr. Aronow as soon as you can. Do not wait until a concern or a question becomes a major problem. Similarly, parents should expect to be contacted by myself or Mr. Aronow if you have any concerns or issues.
Parents and students in 803 and 804, please visit Mr. Aronow's weekly site for more information on homework and assignments. Mr. Aronow's weekly address is mraronow.weebly.com
This school year will be very exciting for your child. I hope you are as excited as I am and I promise your child will enjoy his/her academic year at MS 181. Throughout this website, there will be pertinent information that can be used to keep track of you child's progress in class.
Again - if there are any concerns,issues or questions please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected], or Mr. Aronow at [email protected], or call (718) 904 - 5600. Below is a list of supplies that are needed in the class. Also, I listed our math department universal grading policy. Please review each with your child for clarity and understanding. Once again, thanks and we will be communicating throughout the school year.
Sincerely,
Ms. DuBuisson
Monday, 1 - 6 - 14
Dear Parents/Guardians
Now that we are in a new year I must commend you on the great job you are doing with your child. However, there are some major programs being offered to your child that I hope you will have them take part in. Although I offer tutoring at lunch-time, there is an after- school program for Math and English on Tuesday's and Wednesday's. They may also log on to Study Island. Lastly, we are starting a new program called i-ready which allows the students to work independently in Math and English.
Also, it is important for your child to be present this week of Mid-terms. Your child should review the equation of slope intercept, system of equations and transformational geometry.
Wednesday, 12 - 18 - 13
Project: Symmetry in Life
* Each project is to be done on poster board.
* Each project must include a 2 - 3 page essay.
1. Symmetry at the Supermarket
Go to the supermarket and identify symmetrical boxes, containers, and packages.
Look at the different fruits and vegetables. Which are symmetrical and which are not? What is more likely to be symmetrical-fruit or veggies?
2. Symmetry in Nature
Examine flowers, trees, leaves for symmetry.
Take a pictures of some insects, where is the line of symmetry?
3. Symmetry in Your Bedroom
Identify lines of symmetry on your bed, TV, video game system, computer and closet door.
Who has more symmetrical figures in the bedroom-you or your sibling? How many other symmetrical figures do you see?
4. Kitchen Symmetry
Use boxes or containers from the kitchen cupboards to create a symmetrical figure on either side of a line of symmetry (you can use a meter stick or a long piece of tape as the line of symmetry).
5. Symmetry in Reading Materials
Identify lines of symmetry in a text, a magazine and a newspaper.
Identify how symmetry is used in the make up of the reading material. Which reading material has more symmetry? Show examples of symmetry.
6. Symmetry in a Clothing Store
Go to your favorite clothing store and identify how the store uses symmetry in the set – up of the store.
Look at the different departments. Which are symmetrical and which are not? What is more likely to be symmetrical outerwear, innerwear or foot- wear?
7. Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt
Look for examples of symmetry by simply walking around your neighborhood.
Record drawings and/or pictures of figures that are symmetrical.
Tuesday, 12 - 17 - 13
Dear Parents,
First let me wish you a Happy Holiday.
Now let me get to the matter at hand. During this break your child is going to have a project and a packet to complete. I suggest they work on the packet daily and the project will take a few days to complete. I am asking that you monitor your child so they don't try to rush and complete the assignments unjustly. I will post the assignments on Thursday, 12 - 19 -13. Your child may print them. If you are unable to print them please have your child let me know on Thursday so I can print them for your child.
Thank you in advance for your assistance.
Tuesday, 11 - 19 - 13
Dear Parents,
In the interest to help my students do their best on the State Exam, I am opening my doors at lunch time. Students may come to my room on Monday's, Wednesday's and/or Friday's. Please tell your child to get a lunch pass from me in advance. Thank you for your assistance.
Mission Statement:
I am committed to create a climate, which promotes achievement of high academic standards and the pursuits of excellence. Room 122 is a risk-free learning environment that will ensure that all children will be motivated to learn math and become independent, critical thinkers, problem solvers and life long learners.
Dear Parents,
My name is Ms. DuBuisson, and I will be your child's eighth grade mathematics teacher for the 2013 - 2014 school year. Please allow me the opportunity to introduce myself, and welcome your child back to school.
If you have concerns about homework, about the content of class projects, about how your child seems to be doing academically or socially - do not ignore it. Talk to me as soon as you can. Do not wait until a concern or a question becomes a major problem. Similarly, parents should expect to be contacted by myself if I have any concerns or issues.
This school year will be very exciting for your child. Hope you are as excited as I am and I promise your child will enjoy his/her academic year at MS 181. Throughout this website, there will be pertinent information that can be used to keep track of you child's progress in class.
Again - if there are any concerns,issues or questions please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected] or call (718) 904 - 5600. Below is a list of supplies that are needed in class, also listed is our math department universal grading policy, please review each with your child for clarity and understanding. Once again, thanks and we will be communicating throughout the school year.
Sincerely,
Ms. DuBuisson
Dear Parents/Guardian,
The Math State Test will be April 24-26!
It is now more important than ever that students make sure that they master each topic as the Math State exam is quickly approaching!
Need extra help? Try: http://ineedhelpwithmath.weebly.com/
The state test will be three days long. Students will answer 34 multiple choice questions on Day 1 and Day 2. On Day 3, students will answer 9 open response questions. Students will be allowed to use calculators on Day 2 and Day 3.
Students received practice test questions packet to complete at home during the Spring Recess. Please use resource links for additional math help. In addition, please have your child do self check numbered 2-6 and the attached worksheet:
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Mission Statement:
I am committed to create a climate, which promotes achievement of high academic standards and the pursuits of excellence. Room 122 is a risk-free learning environment that will ensure that all children will be motivated to learn math and become independent, critical thinkers, problem solvers and life long learners.
Dear Parents,
My name is Ms. DuBuisson, and I will be your child's eighth grade mathematics teacher for the 2013 - 2014 school year. Please allow me the opportunity to introduce myself, and welcome your child back to school.
If you have concerns about homework, about the content of class project, about how your child seems to be doing academically or socially - do not ignore it. Talk to me as soon as you can. Do not wait until a concern or a question becomes a major problem. Similarly, parents should expect to be contacted by myself if I have any concerns or issues.
This school year will be very exciting for your child. Hope you are as excited as I am and I promise your child will enjoy his/her academic year at MS 181. Throughout this website, there will be pertinent information that can be used to keep track of you child's progress in class.
Again - if there are any concerns or issues, please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected] or call (718) 904 - 5600. Below is a list of supplies that are needed in class, also listed is our math department universal grading policy, please review each with your child for clarity and understanding. Once again, thanks and we will be communicating throughout the school year.
Sincerely,
Ms. DuBuisson
Dear Parents and student,
Here is the list of terms you need to know for the beginning of the school year.
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8th Grade Unit 1 VocabularyTerms
Integers Absolute Value
Opposites Order of Operations
Inequality Distributive Property
Exponents Integer Base Exponents
Like Signs Additive Inverses
Zero Pairs Absolute Value Bars
Decay Factor Exponential Decay
Unlike Signs Exponential Decrease
Real Numbers Exponential Increase
Growth Factor Exponential Growth
Radical Sign Scientific Notation
nth root Irrational Numbers
Square Root Counting Numbers
Venn Diagram Rational Numbers
Whole Numbers Natural Numbers
Compare & Order Numbers
Supply List: 8th grade students
1. 2/4 Graphed Composition book(s) or loose leaf binder with a
seperate math section for class notes.
2. A Math Journal - a composition book.
3. Math folder
4. # 2 pencils - 48 or more pack
5. Colored pencils - 2 packs
6. A pencil sharpener (sharpen 2/4 pencils at home)
7. Ruler
8. Protractor
9. Scientific Calculator
10. Unlined paper - 1 pack of copy paper
11. Eraser
12. Any addition items will be told in advance
Grading Policy
Quizzes 20%
Tests 20%
Quarterly's 15%
Homework 15%
Projects 15%
Journals 15%
Scoring
Short Answer and Extended Questions. Also find the explanation of the points.
5 POINT RUBRIC
5 EXCELLENT
Does all the necessary components correctly to solve the question.
4 VERY GOOD
Does the necessary components of the question with a minor error.
3 GOOD
Does most of the necessary components with minor errors.
2 FAIR
Does some of the necessary components but with minor and major errors.
1 POOR
Does major and minor errors but made an attempt.
0 VERY POOR
Does nothing!
4 POINT RUBRIC
4 EXCELLENT
Does all the necessary components correctly to solve the question.
3 GOOD
Does most of the necessary components with minor errors.
2 FAIR
Does some of the necessary components but with minor and major errors.
1 POOR
Does major and minor errors but made an attempt.
0 VERY POOR
Does nothing!
3 POINT RUBRIC
3 EXCELLENT
Does all the necessary components correctly to solve the question.
2 FAIR
Does some of the necessary components but with minor and major errors.
1 POOR
Does major and minor errors but made an attempt.
0 VERY POOR
Does nothing!
9/25/12
Dear Parents,
It is very important for your child to get caught up with their assignments. Therefore, I am asking you to quiz your child on all the Unit 1 terms. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
10 - 19 - 12
Dear Parents,
I am sorry for the delay with teachers ease. However, as soon as my class rosters are put up I can add my information.
Thank you in advance for your patience.
March 2013
Dear Parents,
I am glad to let you know I am back in the classroom with your child. However, I am asking for your support. There is roughly less than two months left before you child takes the 8th Grade State Math Exam. I'm asking you to make sure your child studies notes each day in addition to homework. Also I am holding Math review on Tuesday and Thusday during lunch. If your child needs extra assistance they are welcome to participate.
10/21/11
Dear Parents,
Here are the topics that will be conered on the Quarterly Exam:
Grade 8
- evaluating expressions
- evaluating verbal expressions
- multi-step equations
- translating verbal sentences
- solving/graphing multi-step inequalities
- solving linear equations/inequalities
Grade 7
- distinguish between various # sets
- knowing the difference between
rational/irrational #'s
- placing various # sets on number line
- GCF/LCM
- prime factorization
- square roots
10-28-11
Dear Parents,
Please review the vocabulary words with your child. There is a vocabulary exam on Monday, October 31, 2011. Also please check that your child has their Math Project 1 done.Thank you in advance for your assistance.
11/18/11
Dear Parents,
I thank all of the parents I had the opportunity to discuss the progress of your child. As I stated last night I am incorporating self checks into your childs homework each week. The steps are:
1. Take out loose leaf paper (grade 8 may need 2 sheets).
2. Place heading shown in class on paper.
3. Fold the paper in half (vertical).
4. Number the front page
a) 7th grade 1 to 8 (skip 5 lines).
b) 8th grade 1 to 8 (skip 6 lines).
5. Number the back page
a) 7th grade 9 to 12
b) 8th grade 9 to 15
6. Retrieve problems from class notes or homework.
(Just the problem not the answers.)
7. Student gives parent notebook.
8. Parent checks paper to make sure no answers have
been included.
9. Student answers all questions.
10. When child has completed all the problems, parent
checks work and signs the work in the appropriate
place.
Note: Self-checks are due on Mondays of each week unless monday is a holiday.
12/15/11
Dear Parents,
First let me start by wishing you a very happy holiday season, and best wishes for the new year. However, during the holiday your child is required to do a little work that will keep their minds active. They are to go to, math.com and do a few of the topics under the algebra section. It must be hand written on loose leaf paper or I am not excepting it. The outside of the folder must have, 1st & last name, class, Independent Review Work. An additional assignment will be given next week along with the topics for their mid-term.
12/19/11
Dear Parents,
Here are the groupings within each class.
Class Groupings:
804
Group A Group B
Shevonte Diamond
Kamsi Anthony
Bianca Stephan
Kayla Brandon
Group C Group D
Kyle Sasha
Tariq Ashanti
Ronald Dominique
Damion Brendon
704
Group E Group F
Claudya Pearl
Caitlin Antione
Taylor Justin H.
Adonis Jonathan
Justin W.
Group G Group H
Virgil Prince
Brandon Michelle
Coby Ryan
Danielle Niles
703
Group I Group J
Destini Dennis
Andrew J. Najah
Monique Shadiar
Matthew Akil
Raven
Group K Group L
Donyae Bernard
Isaiah Andrew E
Marcos Shania
Katelyn Brandon
Rohel
Group M Group N
Ebenezer Deborah
Destinee Steven
Ashley Elijah
Dwayne Diore
Anise Justin
Also the topics that your child should cover coinside with the topics covered on the mastery's.
1/3/12
Dear Parents,
First let me begin by saying Happy New Year, and I trust your holiday season was joyful. However it is time to get back to work. Your child's Mid-term is on Wednesday and as stated before will cover the topics from your childs two mastery's. Therefore, for homework tonight I want your child to review the two mastery's they bring home tonight and have you sign it after you see them study. Thanks in advance for you assistance.