Welcome to Mrs. Saragnese's Web Page and all things Math!
Welcome to the Saragnese Math Page. On this page you will find links to homework, lessons, Study Island and math websites that will take you to resources like virtual manipulatives and your textbook website. Explore!
Contact Information
The best way to get in touch with me is through email. Please feel free to contact me at any time. My email address is
donna.saragnese@sbschools.org I check my email several times each day (but not after 8 pm).
You can also reach me by phone: 732-329-4191 extension 7874. If you choose to call me, please leave a message and I will return your call as soon as possible. If you have not received a return call within 24 hours, please try again, or email me and I will call you.
Math Class Toolbox:
The following items are required daily for math class:
- A COVERED textbook. You can use a book sock, wrapping paper or a brown paper bag. It doesn't matter. Just cover your book!
- A scientific calculator. This doesn't have to be fancy, but you should look for these features:
It should say "scientific." This means that the calculator will use order of operations to solve problems. Can't tell? Then try this problem: 3+5x2-6. You should get "7" for your answer.
An "A b/c" key is a great feature. It allows you to operate on fractions in fraction form
A "Fraction to Decimal" function. You will sometimes see it look like "F - D". This allows you to change from fraction to decimal form and back again.
Trigonometry functions - like Sin, Cos, Tan. If your calculator has these functions, you won't need to buy another calculator throughout high school!
Probability functions are nice, too. Look for "nPr" , "nCr" and "n!" keys to make probability problems easier for you.
You can find an HP, Casio or Texas Instrument with everything listed above for about $10. You SHOULD HAVE YOUR OWN CALCULATOR so you are used to where every function is when it comes time for NJ ASK. The more comfortable you are, the less you have to worry.
- Pencils, pencils, and more pencils. NO PENS ARE ALLOWED. NO, NOT EVEN ERASABLE PENS! NEVER. NEVER EVER!
- A binder (maybe color coordinated to your class color?) with 3 sections, or a notebook and folder for your papers.
Grading Policy
Grades are based on the accumulation of points from the following categories:
PRACTICE: These graded assignments are worth 15% of your grade.
- HOMEWORK you start out with 30/30 points that are yours to lose by not doing/completing your homework.
- CLASSWORK is any graded assignment that primarily takes place in class and can include:
- DO NOWS will sometimes be collected and graded.
- LABS AND PROJECTS are applications of concepts involving writing and reading comprehension. These labs and projects are usually worked on in class with partners but are submitted individually.
PERFORMANCE: These are assessments which are normally done individually and are worth 85% of your grade.
- QUIZZES which are frequently given, sometimes announced, sometimes not.
- TESTS are given with advance notice and cover a multiple topics or a chapter.
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