6-7th Grade Science

Classroom Syllabus
2015-2016
Mile High Academy
Instructor: Jerson J. Malaguit
Email: jmalaguit@milehighacademy.org
Web: jjmalaguit.wordpress.com

Text

Wiggins, et al. 2014. By Design. Kendall Hunt.

Additional handouts may be provided throughout the year.

Needed Materials

Science Textbook
Pencil & Paper

Introduction

This course will introduce you to the concepts, principles & theories of chemistry, physics,
environmental science, and simple celled biology. This course can be challenging, because it requires the
student to read from the textbook, listen in class, and also apply their learnings to real world situations.
Therefore, it is important to STAY FOCUSED during class time, since all energy and opportunity will be
made to make sure that everything is made as clear as possible. However, this is not a disclaimer for
spoon-feeding. An equal amount of learning will take place by both your own labors as well as my
instruction.

Expectations

A few things:

My number one expectation is that you give me your best. Ill give you my best and make this year
fun and <gasp> educational for all of us! Dont be afraid to ask questions; comprehension is more
important than coverage.
There is an absolute ZERO TOLERANCE policy on plagiarism. Any confirmed discovery or
reasonable suspicion of such will earn a zero for the assignment, be dealt with according to the
MHA bulletin, and incur any additional consequences I feel are fitting.
PLAGIARISM INCLUDES COPYING ANOTHER CLASSMATES HOMEWORK OR ANSWERS FROM THE BACK OF THE
BOOK!

All opinions, comments and the integrity of each individual in the classroom is to be respected and
honored without any fear of personal criticism.

Homework/Late Policy

You can therefore expect homework assignments on a regular basis. All work should written clearly,
legibly, and answer the question to completion. All homework should be labeled with your name, class
and assignment name.
Homework must be done in pencil, and cannot be accepted otherwise.

Homework/Late Policy (continued)

Homework is generally due the very next class period, unless otherwise stated by the instructor. All
homework that isnt done at collection time earns a 20% deduction, and can be turned in no later than
the following class period. After that, the assignment goes to zero.
Assignments missed because of excused absences can have a grace period equal to the number of
excused absences. Absences on exam days is the students responsibility to schedule, and need to be
made up within week of the original test day.

Electronics Policy

Cell Phones, iPods, video games and other electronic devices other than calculators are not allowed
during class. Only a calculator can be used for calculating. If a student gets their phone/electronic device
confiscated at school it will be logged in and locked up. The student can retrieve the item the following
day and will be required to sign for it. Parents are allowed to retrieve the phone/electronic device for
their student on the same day, but the parent must report to Mr. Malaguit in person and sign for the
item.
Evaluation Procedure
All Exams, Quizzes, Projects and Homework are
equally weighted

Grading Scale
100-90
80-89
70-79
60-69

A
B
C
D

6th Grade Math

Classroom Syllabus
2015-2016
Mile High Academy
Instructor: Jerson J. Malaguit
Email: jmalaguit@milehighacademy.org
Web: jjmalaguit.wordpress.com

Text

Larson, R et al. 2010. Big Ideas Math. Houghton Mifflin.

Additional handouts may be provided throughout the year.

Needed Materials

designated notebook only for recording formulas & diagrams

straightedge
protractor
compass
pencil & paper

Introduction

This course will introduce you to pre-algebraic principles and concepts. This course can be
daunting to some, because it seeks to be comprehensive of elementary math while bridging the gap to
higher order math skills. Therefore, it is important to STAY FOCUSED during class time, since all energy and
opportunity will be made to make sure that everything is made as clear as possible. However, this is not
a disclaimer for spoon-feeding. Experience is the best teacher of math, and an equal amount of learning
will take place by both your own labors as well as my instruction.

Expectations

A few things:

My number one expectation is that you give me your best. Ill give you my best and make this year
fun and <gasp> educational for all of us! Dont be afraid to ask questions; comprehension is more
important than coverage.
There is an absolute ZERO TOLERANCE policy on plagiarism. Any confirmed discovery or
reasonable suspicion of such will earn a zero for the assignment, be dealt with according to the
MHA bulletin, and incur any additional consequences I feel are fitting.
PLAGIARISM INCLUDES COPYING ANOTHER CLASSMATES HOMEWORK OR ANSWERS FROM THE BACK OF THE
BOOK!

All opinions, comments and the integrity of each individual in the classroom is to be respected and
honored without any fear of personal criticism.

Homework/Late Policy

Math is like music. It takes continual and correct practice to produce them correctly. You can therefore
expect homework assignments on a regular basis. All problems should show (1) all the necessary and
relevant work in an organized manner and (2) a circled answer to receive credit. All homework should
be labeled with your name, class and assignment name.
Homework must be done in pencil, and cannot be accepted otherwise.

Homework/Late Policy (continued)

Homework is generally due the very next class period, unless otherwise stated by the instructor. All
homework that isnt done at collection time earns a 20% deduction, and can be turned in no later than
the following class period. After that, the assignment goes to zero.
Assignments missed because of excused absences can have a grace period equal to the number of
excused absences. Absences on exam days is the students responsibility to schedule, and need to be
made up within week of the original test day.

Electronics Policy

Cell Phones, iPods, video games and other electronic devices other than calculators are not allowed
during class. Only a calculator can be used for calculating. If a student gets their phone/electronic device
confiscated at school it will be logged in and locked up. The student can retrieve the item the following
day and will be required to sign for it. Parents are allowed to retrieve the phone/electronic device for
their student on the same day, but the parent must report to Mr. Malaguit in person and sign for the
item.
Evaluation Procedure
Homework/Projects
Quizzes
Exams
IXL

40%
20%
30%
10%

Grading Scale
100-90
80-89
70-79
60-69

A
B
C
D

7th Grade Math

Classroom Syllabus
2015-2016
Mile High Academy
Instructor: Jerson J. Malaguit
Email: jmalaguit@milehighacademy.org
Web: jjmalaguit.wordpress.com

Text

Larson, R et al. 2013. Big Ideas Math: Accelerated Edition. Houghton Mifflin.
Additional handouts may be provided throughout the year.

Needed Materials

designated notebook only for recording formulas & diagrams

straightedge
protractor
compass
pencil & paper

Introduction

This course will introduce you to pre-algebraic principles and concepts. This course can be
daunting to some, because it seeks to be comprehensive of elementary math while bridging the gap to
higher order math skills. Therefore, it is important to STAY FOCUSED during class time, since all energy and
opportunity will be made to make sure that everything is made as clear as possible. However, this is not
a disclaimer for spoon-feeding. Experience is the best teacher of math, and an equal amount of learning
will take place by both your own labors as well as my instruction.

Expectations

A few things:

My number one expectation is that you give me your best. Ill give you my best and make this year
fun and <gasp> educational for all of us! Dont be afraid to ask questions; comprehension is more
important than coverage.
There is an absolute ZERO TOLERANCE policy on plagiarism. Any confirmed discovery or
reasonable suspicion of such will earn a zero for the assignment, be dealt with according to the
MHA bulletin, and incur any additional consequences I feel are fitting.
PLAGIARISM INCLUDES COPYING ANOTHER CLASSMATES HOMEWORK OR ANSWERS FROM THE BACK OF THE
BOOK!

All opinions, comments and the integrity of each individual in the classroom is to be respected and
honored without any fear of personal criticism.

Homework/Late Policy

Math is like music. It takes continual and correct practice to produce them correctly. You can therefore
expect homework assignments on a regular basis. All problems should show (1) all the necessary and
relevant work in an organized manner and (2) a circled answer to receive credit. All homework should
be labeled with your name, class and assignment name.
Homework must be done in pencil, and cannot be accepted otherwise.

Homework/Late Policy (continued)

Homework is generally due the very next class period, unless otherwise stated by the instructor. All
homework that isnt done at collection time earns a 20% deduction, and can be turned in no later than
the following class period. After that, the assignment goes to zero.
Assignments missed because of excused absences can have a grace period equal to the number of
excused absences. Absences on exam days is the students responsibility to schedule, and need to be
made up within week of the original test day.

Electronics Policy

Cell Phones, iPods, video games and other electronic devices other than calculators are not allowed
during class. Only a calculator can be used for calculating. If a student gets their phone/electronic device
confiscated at school it will be logged in and locked up. The student can retrieve the item the following
day and will be required to sign for it. Parents are allowed to retrieve the phone/electronic device for
their student on the same day, but the parent must report to Mr. Malaguit in person and sign for the
item.
Evaluation Procedure
Homework/Projects
Quizzes
Exams
IXL

40%
20%
30%
10%

Grading Scale
100-90
80-89
70-79
60-69

A
B
C
D

8th Grade Science

Classroom Syllabus
2015-2016
Mile High Academy
Instructor: Jerson J. Malaguit
Email: jmalaguit@milehighacademy.org
Web: jjmalaguit.wordpress.com

Text

Padilla, M et al. 2009. Science Explorer. Prentice Hal.

Additional handouts may be provided throughout the year.

Needed Materials

Science Textbook
Pencil & Paper

Introduction

This course will introduce you to the concepts, principles & theories of chemistry, earth science,
environmental science, and simple celled biology. This course can be challenging, because it requires the
student to read from the textbook, listen in class, and also apply their learnings to real world situations.
Therefore, it is important to STAY FOCUSED during class time, since all energy and opportunity will be
made to make sure that everything is made as clear as possible. However, this is not a disclaimer for
spoon-feeding. An equal amount of learning will take place by both your own labors as well as my
instruction.

Expectations

A few things:

My number one expectation is that you give me your best. Ill give you my best and make this year
fun and <gasp> educational for all of us! Dont be afraid to ask questions; comprehension is more
important than coverage.
There is an absolute ZERO TOLERANCE policy on plagiarism. Any confirmed discovery or
reasonable suspicion of such will earn a zero for the assignment, be dealt with according to the
MHA bulletin, and incur any additional consequences I feel are fitting.
PLAGIARISM INCLUDES COPYING ANOTHER CLASSMATES HOMEWORK OR ANSWERS FROM THE BACK OF THE
BOOK!

All opinions, comments and the integrity of each individual in the classroom is to be respected and
honored without any fear of personal criticism.

Homework/Late Policy

You can therefore expect homework assignments on a regular basis. All work should written clearly,
legibly, and answer the question to completion. All homework should be labeled with your name, class
and assignment name.
Homework must be done in pencil, and cannot be accepted otherwise.

Homework/Late Policy (continued)

Homework is generally due the very next class period, unless otherwise stated by the instructor. All
homework that isnt done at collection time earns a 20% deduction, and can be turned in no later than
the following class period. After that, the assignment goes to zero.
Assignments missed because of excused absences can have a grace period equal to the number of
excused absences. Absences on exam days is the students responsibility to schedule, and need to be
made up within week of the original test day.

Electronics Policy

Cell Phones, iPods, video games and other electronic devices other than calculators are not allowed
during class. Only a calculator can be used for calculating. If a student gets their phone/electronic device
confiscated at school it will be logged in and locked up. The student can retrieve the item the following
day and will be required to sign for it. Parents are allowed to retrieve the phone/electronic device for
their student on the same day, but the parent must report to Mr. Malaguit in person and sign for the
item.
Evaluation Procedure
All Exams, Quizzes, Projects and Homework are
equally weighted

Grading Scale
100-90
80-89
70-79
60-69

A
B
C
D

Academy Geometry
Classroom Syllabus
2015-2016
Mile High Academy
Instructor: Jerson J. Malaguit
Email: jmalaguit@milehighacademy.org
Web: jjmalaguit.wordpress.com

Text

Larson, R et al. 2012. Larson Geometry. Holt McDougal.

Additional handouts may be provided throughout the year.

Needed Materials

designated notebook only for recording postulates, theorems, and corollaries

straightedge
protractor
compass
pencil & paper

Introduction

This course will introduce you to basic geometric principles and concepts. The concepts of
geometry in and of itself are quite simple; confusion often arises when the algebra behind the geometry
is explored. Therefore, it is important to STAY FOCUSED during class time, since all energy and opportunity
will be made to make sure that everything is made as clear as possible. However, this is not a disclaimer
for spoon-feeding. Experience is the best teacher of geometry, and an equal amount of learning will take
place by both your own labors as well as my instruction.

Expectations

A few things:

My number one expectation is that you give me your best. Ill give you my best and make this year
fun and <gasp> educational for all of us! Dont be afraid to ask questions; comprehension is more
important than coverage.
There is an absolute ZERO TOLERANCE policy on plagiarism. Any confirmed discovery or
reasonable suspicion of such will earn a zero for the assignment, be dealt with according to the
MHA bulletin, and incur any additional consequences I feel are fitting.
PLAGIARISM INCLUDES COPYING ANOTHER CLASSMATES HOMEWORK OR ANSWERS FROM THE BACK OF THE
BOOK!

All opinions, comments and the integrity of each individual in the classroom is to be respected and
honored without any fear of personal criticism.

Homework/Late Policy

Math is like music. It takes continual and correct practice to produce them correctly. You can therefore
expect homework assignments on a regular basis. All problems should show (1) all the necessary and
relevant work in an organized manner and (2) a circled answer to receive credit. All homework should
be labeled with your name, class and assignment name.
Homework must be done in pencil, and cannot be accepted otherwise.

Homework/Late Policy (continued)

Homework is generally due the very next class period, unless otherwise stated by the instructor. All
homework that isnt done at collection time earns a 20% deduction, and can be turned in no later than
the following class period. After that, the assignment goes to zero.
Assignments missed because of excused absences can have a grace period equal to the number of
excused absences. Absences on exam days is the students responsibility to schedule, and need to be
made up within week of the original test day.

Electronics Policy

Cell Phones, iPods, video games and other electronic devices other than calculators are not allowed
during class. Only a calculator can be used for calculating. If a student gets their phone/electronic device
confiscated at school it will be logged in and locked up. The student can retrieve the item the following
day and will be required to sign for it. Parents are allowed to retrieve the phone/electronic device for
their student on the same day, but the parent must report to Mr. Malaguit in person and sign for the
item.
Evaluation Procedure
Homework/Projects
Quizzes
Exams
IXL

30%
30%
30%
10%

Grading Scale
100-90
80-89
70-79
60-69

A
B
C
D

Content

This is a tentative outline of what I intend to cover this year. It is subject to change.
Chapter 1-Essentials of Geometry
1) Points, Lines, & Planes
2) Segments & Congruence
3) Midpoint & Distance Formulas
4) Measuring & Classifying Angles
5) Describing Angle/Pair
Relationships
6) Classifying Polygons
Chapter 2-Reasoning & Proof
1) Inductive Reasoning
2) Analyzing Conditional
Statements
3) Apply Deductive Reasoning
4) Use Postulates & Diagrams
5) Reasoning using Algebraic
Properties
6) Proving Statements about
Segments & Angles
7) Prove Angle/Pair Relationships
Chapter 3-Parallel & Perpendicular Lines
1) Identify Pairs of Lines & Angles
2) Use Parallel Lines &
Transversals
3) Prove Lines are Parallel
4) Find & Use Slopes of Lines
5) Write & Graph Equations of
Lines
6) Prove Theorems about
Perpendicular Lines
Chapter 4-Congruent Triangles
1) Apply Triangle Sum Properties
2) Apply Congruence & Triangles
3) Relate Transformations &
Congruence
4) Prove Triangles Congruent: SSS
5) Prove Triangles Congruent:
SAS & HL
6) Prove Triangles Congruent:
ASA & AAS
7) Use Congruent Triangles
8) Use Isosceles and Equilateral
Triangles
9) Perform Congruence
Transformations
Chapter 5-Relationships within Triangles
1) Midsegment Theorem &
Coordinate Proof
2) Use Perpendicular Bisectors
3) Use Angle Bisectors of
Triangles
4) Use Medians and Altitudes
5) Use Inequalities in a Triangle
6) Inequalities in two Triangles
and Indirect Proof

Chapter 6-Similararity
1) Use Similar Polygons
2) Relate Transformations and
Similarity
3) Prove Triangles Similar: AA
4) Prove Triangles Similar: SSS &
SAS
5) Use Proportionality Theorems
6) Perform Similarity
Transformations
Chapter 7-Right Triangles &
Trigonometry
1) Apply the Pythagorean
Theorem
2) Use the Converse of the
Pythagorean Theorem
3) Use Similar Right Triangles
4) Special Right Triangles
5) Apply the Tangent Ratio
6) Apply the Sine & Cosine Ratios
7) Solve Right Triangles
Chapter 8-Quadrilaterals
1) Find Measures in Polygons
2) Use Properties of
Parallelograms
3) Show that a Quadrilateral is a
parallelogram
4) Properties of Rhombuses,
Rectangles & Squares
5) Use Properties of Trapezoids &
Kites
6) Identify Special Quadrilaterals
Chapter 9- Properties of Transformations
1) Translate Figures and use
Vectors
2) Use Properties of Matrices
3) Perform Reflections
4) Perform Rotations
5) Apply Compositions of
Transformations
6) Identify Symmetry
7) Identify & Perform Dilations
Chapter 10-Properties of Circles
1) Use Properties of Tangents
2) Find Arc Measures
3) Apply Properties of Chords
4) Use Inscribed Angles &
Polygons
5) Apply Other Angle
Relationships in Circles
6) Find Segment Lengths in
Circles
7) Write & Graph Equations of
Circles

Chapter 11- Measurements of Figures and

Solids
1) Circumference & Arc Length
2) Areas of Circles and Sectors
3) Areas of Regular Polygons
4) Use Geometric Probability
5) Explore Solids
6) Volume of Prisms & Cylinders
7) Volume of Prisms & Cones
8) Surface Area and Volume of
Spheres
9) Explore Similar Solids
Chapter 12-Probabilty
1) Find Probabilities & Odds
2) Find Probabilities:
Permutations
3) Find Probabilities:
Combinations
4) Find Probabilities: Disjoint &
Overlapping Events
5) Find Probabilities:
Independent & Dependent
Events