Math Expectations
True or False?
Showing your work is a CRITICAL part of learning Math. Not showing your work will result in a lower grade :/
TRUE, SHOW YOUR WORK
What is the MAXIMUM score you can get on a homework assignment that is late?
50%
Harsh? Yes. Do your homework, you have at so much time to do it.
There are after school clubs this year. If you have missing assignments in your classes, are you allowed to attend?
No, you will be asked to go to tutoring instead.
What other job does Mr. Topil work?
Ocean Lifeguard
Formula for area of a rectangle.
Length x width = Area
True or False:
It's not okay to struggle, if I'm struggling on a math problem that means I will never understand it.
FALSE
There are studies that show that the struggle is part of the learning process. Sit with a problem a bit before immediately seeking help.
Is AI ever allowed to solve math problems?
No.
If you get caught (I will catch you), you earn a zero on the assignment, or I'd be happy to have you stay for tutoring to do a makeup assignment.
True or False:
Google AI overview is a credible resource to use.
False. Very false. Do not use this to answer your homework questions, it's often wrong.
Name any state (or country) besides California that Mr. Topil has lived in:
States: Nebraska, Kansas, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island
Countries: France, Dominican Republic
What number is this?
3.141592653589...
pi
True or False:
I will try my best to grow in Math this year.
TRUE
Name at least 3 items you need to bring to Math every day.
True or False:
'Remote' Days means you don't actually need to do your assignments.
FALSE.
Just because we are remote on Friday's + random days throughout the year, the agreement is that you get your work done in a timely matter.
Outside of teaching, name one hobby that Mr. Topil has.
Kayaking, swimming, running, taking care of plants, hiking...
What is (-1) x 3?
-3
I don't need to know math for real life.
FALSE
Example:
- Managing Money
- Cooking/Baking
- Travel/Dining
- Health/Fitness
- MOST JOBS
True or False:
Mr. Topil loves it when you either don't bring a pencil or not return the one you borrowed.
FALSE.
Are phones allowed outside of your backpacks? Even if they're just in your pocket?
NO. If it is seen outside of your backpack it will be given to Mrs. Burrows or the office. This includes if it is in your pocket.
Who is Mr. Topil's favorite musical artist?
Noah Kahan
What is one half of one half?
True or False:
Math is the one true Universal Language.
Mathematics is often called a universal language because its core concepts—like numbers, patterns, and logical proofs—remain consistent across different cultures and geographical boundaries.
We take notes in our Math notebook. Are you expected to write down in your notebook what I write down on the board?
YES.
(sometimes I will tell you it is optional)
(if you cannot keep up, just ask for a copy of my notes later)
At JCS PVA, we use the acronym RISE. What does RISE stand for?
Respectful
Inclusive
Safe
Engaged
Name one college where Mr. Topil went to.
(HINT: One is local)
Northwestern University, Rhode Island College, UC San Diego
Give me an example of a Prime number.
2, 3, 5, 7, 11, etc...