• Hephzibah Middle School

    Building  a  globally competitive  school  system  that educates  the  whole  child through teaching, learning, collaboration, and innovation.

     

     

     

     

     

    Mrs. Janice 8th Grade Math & Enhanced Algebra

     

     

    HELLO, my name is Dapheny Janice and I am your child’s 8th Grade Math Teacher.  I am married with two children. My favorite thing to do is make custom jewelry. My goal is to help each student succeed to his or her fullest potential and I will do what I can to make sure that happens. I provide a variety of activities to engage and enrich all of my students. I will be available to provide extra assistance to any student when requested.  Please read and review the following information regarding classroom and teacher expectations. Also complete the class contract attached and return as soon as possible. I am looking forward to a very rewarding year for your child in their academic endeavors.

                Rules

    Be on time

    No Profanity

    Respect yourself and others

    Enter Class room quietly

    Keep a positive attitude

    Raise your hand to address the teacher

    Follow all directions the first time they are given

    Consequences

    1st offense- Verbal Warning

    2nd offense- Think time/opportunity to redirect behavior

    3rd offense - Phone call home.

    If the infractions continue the student will be referred to the principal’s office for further disciplinary action.

    Please be advised, my class will follow the HMS Schoolwide Behavior Plan.

              Grades

    Grades will be based on class work, homework, projects, interactive notebooks/folders, tests and quizzes.  Grades will be current on the Parent Portal.  Please download infinite campus and check grades on a regular basis.

    Grading Weights

    Major Grades 40%

    Test

    Quizzes

    Projects

    Minor Grades 60%

    Classwork

    Participation

    Homework

    Interactive Notebook Activities

    Make Up Work

    It is the student’s responsibility to follow up on missed assignments. Students will be given a reasonable amount of time to complete missing work.  Daily lessons will be posted on teacher’s page: https://www.rcboe.org/Domain/16054 . The Daily Lessons tab is located on the bottom left corner.

    Parent/Teacher/Student Communication

    Parent support will be greatly appreciated throughout the entire school year as students are introduced to different techniques of learning. Thank you for your support! I am looking forward to a great year with everyone. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me via remind @ https://www.remind.com/join/hms82023  or text @hms82023 to 81010.

     

    Student Information Sheet

     

     

    Student name: ____________________________________________________________

    Address: ________________________________________ Birthdate: ______________

    Parent Info Mother’s name: ___________________________________________________________

    Home or cell phone: ______________________ Work phone: ____________________

    Email address: ____________________________________________________________

    Best method of contact during the day? (email, cell, etc.) ____________________

    Father’s name: ___________________________________________________________

    Home or cell phone: ______________________ Work phone: ____________________

     Email address: ____________________________________________________________

    Best method of contact during the day? (email, cell, etc.) ____________________

    Emergency contact (other than parents) Name: _____________________________________

    Relationship: _________________ Home or cell phone: ______________________

    Work phone: ____________________ How does your child get home everyday?

    Bus? _____________________________________________________________________

    Parent pick-up? __________________________________________________________

    Daycare? _________________________________________________________________

     Walks home? _____________________________________________________________

     

     

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                                                                                                                Remind                           

                                                                                           8th Grade Remind Code

     

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