Ms. Thomas
Jr. High/High School Math
Ms. Thomas
About Me:
I graduated in 2011 from Briar Cliff University as a Secondary Mathematics teacher with a Middle School Endorsement in Language Arts and Mathematics. I spent 2.5 years subbing in districts around the Siouxland area and a half year as a paraprofessional in the 5th/6th grade Resource Room at Dakota Valley Middle School before I accepted the position as a Jr./Sr. High Mathematics teacher with River Valley. This is my 4th year teaching here, and I am looking forward to this year just as much as my first year! I am excited to teach students that I haven't had yet as well as students I've had in the past. I also can't wait to attend the many different activities that the River Valley students participate in. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, cooking, baking, and spending time with my two cats.
Instructor Information:
Instructor: Amanda Thomas
Room: 103
Phone: 712-372-4656
Email: athomas@rvwolverines.org
Morning Office Hours: 7:45 - 8:15
Afternoon Office Hours: 3:30 - 3:45
| First Semester Schedule | |||
| Period | Subject | Period | Subject |
| 1st | Advanced Math | 5th | Algebra II |
| 2nd | Prep | 6th | Algebra I |
| 3rd | Algebra II | 7th | Advanced Math |
| 4th | Algebra I | 8th | Algebra A |
Classroom Expectations and Expected Behavior:
Every student will STRIVE.
Stay Focused
Take Responsibility
Respect Everyone
Inspire Others
Value Education
Expect Success
Materials: It is the expectation that you will bring the following to class everyday.
1) Pencil
2) Homework
3) Notebook
4) Textbook (if applicable)
5) A Positive Attitude
Tardies:
3 tardies = 30 minute detention. Each tardy after 3 will result in an additional detention. Tardies reset at the beginning of each quarter.
Passes:
If you get to class after the bell rings, you need to have a pass otherwise you will be counted tardy.
Absences:
You need to find time to meet with Ms. Thomas to learn what you missed.
Homework:
Homework will be assigned almost daily in order for students to practice the skills taught that day.
Late Work:
Each day an assignment is late 10% will be deducted from the assignment grade up to 50%. Examples: A homework assignment with a score of 87% but handed in 2 days late will receive a grade of 67%. A homework assignment with a score of 100% but handed in 6 days late will receive a grade of 50%.
Grading Scale:
A 93 - 100 C 73 - 76
A- 90 - 92 C- 70 - 72
B+ 87 - 89 D+ 67 - 69
B 83 - 86 D 63 - 66
B- 80 - 82 D- 60 - 62
C+ 77 - 79 F 59 & below