Welcome to Mrs. Zafra's Class
Algebra
Geometry
About Me
Passion Makes Perfect
My name is Haven Zafra. I am a mom of 5, Buckeye football fan, I love the outdoors and pushing myself to try new things. I have always enjoyed math and science. After going back to college for my 3rd degree I realized I can get paid to go to school everyday. TEACH! This will be my 8th year teaching. Most of my time was spent in middle school math. As an algebra and geometry teacher, I strive to make math accessible and engaging for all of my students. I believe that everyone has the potential to excel in math, and I work hard to create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and taking risks. Through hands-on activities, real-world examples, and personalized instruction, I aim to help my students develop a deep understanding of mathematical concepts and build the skills they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom.
Policies
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As we get this academic year started in Algebra/Geometry, I want to ensure that you are aware of key procedures and guidelines to support your students’ success in this class.
1. Communication: For the most effective communication, please use Remind. If you prefer email, you can reach me at ZafraH@ivyhawnschool.org. However, please note that I stop checking emails at 3 PM and do not check them on weekends. Remind is the best option for a quick response. Remind codes: @alg2526 for Algebra @geo2526 for Geometry
2. Absences: If your student is absent, they have the same number of days from the date of their return to submit any missed formatives. Copies of all notes (Video form) and assignments will be available in the absent bin and on Gradebook. Please ensure that missed work is turned in within this timeframe to avoid getting behind. Missed testing days will be made up within the week unless prior discussion or extenuating circumstances.
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3. Assignment deadlines: All assignment deadlines are posted on Gradebook, usually 2 days after it was given. Late assignments are accepted but students must email me from gradebook to inform me of any late submissions (anything after due date); otherwise, the work will not be graded. However, all formatives are due the date of the chapter test and will not be entered in for a grade after the testing date. If there are extenuating circumstances, please communicate with me before the due/test date. Please keep in mind that missing assignments still must be turned in(70%+), in order to retake a test, but the formative grade will not change.
4. Organization: Students will be taking notes in a 70-100 page college ruled spiral notebook this year. This should create a study manual for the EOC at the end of the year. Additionally, students need to bring PENCILS, and a calculator to class daily. (A compass and protractor will be used in Geometry.)
5. Reassessments: I go over every test with the classes, as soon as all students have taken in. At that point students should meet with me individually to go over their test for remediation. To do so, they must submit a re-take ticket. Please note that all assignments from the relevant chapter must be submitted before a retake will be granted.
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6. Plagiarism/Cheating: Please encourage students to use their notes when doing assignments and not the internet or AI. Those tools are great for the right project. Often the internet will give "too much" information with math. If students are suspected using answers other than their own on a formative we will have a discussion and a parent call. If it happens during tests they will be given a zero and will not be allowed to retest. I am here to help, but need to know what the student knows and understands in order to help them be successful.
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Thank you for your attention to these guidelines. Your support and communication are crucial to your child’s success in Algebra/Geometry. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out.