Hello, My name is Hanna Grubb and this is my third year in education. I have a BS degree in Mathematics from Milligan College and MS degree in Mathematics Education from the University of Tennessee.

Welcome

Greetings! I am your child’s math instructor, and I am excited to have your child in my class this year. Your child and I will share in a very successful year because I believe in every student’s ability to excel. Hence, I have set high expectations for both of us. Finally, you can
trust that I will work diligently to ensure that your child achieves to his/her potential.

Goals:

Vine Middle Magnet, as a Project GRAD (PG) school, follows a program called MOVE IT Math. MOVE IT Math is a major component of the PG comprehensive school reform plan. The program is a student-centered program designed to improve math skills through the discovery process rather that rote memorization. There will be a variety of manipulative-based and hands-on experiences. MOVE IT Math is aligned with both the Tennessee and Knox County Schools’ curriculum.

Grading:
Grades for each nine weeks will be based on the following:

Warm-Up/ Problem Solving 10 pts ,

Classwork (this includes participation) 10pts,
Howework 10 pts per assignment
Quizzes 50 pts per assignment
Notebook 100 pts every nine weeks
Tests 100 pts every Test

93-100 A
85-92 B
75-84 C
70-74 D
0-69 U

Absences:

It will be the responsibility of the student to request work missed during an absence. Make up work is due within three days of an excused absence.
Time will be adjusted for extended absences. Late homework not due to an absence will be accepted with at least one letter grade deduction.

Classroom Guidelines:

1. Be in your seat and ready to begin class when the tardy bell rings.

2.Be prepared with book, paper, pencil, and notebook.
3. Follow directions the first time that they are given.
4. Respect the rights and properties of others.
5. Behave in a way that will not prevent other from learning.

Contact information:

I look forward to working with you and your student this year. If you ever have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to call me at school.
The number for VMMS is 594-4461. I am available to talk to you after 3:10.