Algebra Readiness
Assignment Calendar
Course Description
Welcome to 2010-2011
School Year!
COURSE OBJECTIVES
After completing the course, students will be able to:
• Perform basic operations with integers and rational numbers.
• Solve equations and inequalities and word problems. Perform operations with
monomials and polynomials.
• Factor polynomials. Simplify rational expressions.
• Graph linear equations and determine slope, x-intercept, and y-intercept.
• Solve systems of linear equations, radical equations, and quadratic equations.
Classroom Expectations (POSITIVE BEHAVIOR PLAN)
Be Respectful: Every student has the right to a safe and secure classroom; you do not have the right to impede or jeopardize that in any way.
Be Responsible: Recognize your own role in building a fun and productive community of learners. Understand there will be consequences, both good and bad, for your actions.
Be Safe: Think about where you are and whom you are with. We must guarantee against harm or injury to another. Think. Ask yourself is it worth it? Would I want this done to me? I will not tolerate, nor should you, any behavior that takes away from the safety of this classroom, nor will the school.
Be Cooperative: Time and again you will be asked to do something that you may not like or think is worthless. Be mature; work through it. You may find that “getting there” is half the fun. Our world demands that you work well with others.
Be A Worker: Do your job! Challenge yourself to be productive. You are here; use your time wisely.
Be Peaceful: Be kind to each other- exercise self- control.
Academic Grade Scale
A 90-100%
B 80-89%
C 70-79%
D 60-69%
F 59% or below
Work Habits
E- Consistently completes on assignments and is always on task. Completes ALL assignments neat and precisely.
S- Usually does the above.
U- Seldom does the above.
Cooperation
E- Consistently follows school/class rules and shows respect for everyone. Arrives to class on time prepared with appropiate materials. Participates in class discussions and activites and seeks help when needed.
S- Usually does the above.
U- Seldom does the above.
Class Rules/Consequences
1. Come to class on time. Standing outside the door and rushing in after the bell will constitute a tardy. You must be fINSIDE the door, with your shirts tucked in when the bell rings to be counted on time.
2. Begin the start up activity within 1 minute after the tardy bell. Directions will be on the board. Please do not wait for me to remind you to begin since I need to take roll and attend to other duties for the first few minutes of the period.
3. Attend to personal needs before coming to class. I have been instructed not to give passes so please do not ask for a pass unless you have a true emergency.
4. Remain in your assigned seat unless you have permission to get up . Throw scraps away at the end of the period on your way out.
5. Do not eat candy or other food in class unless you have been given special permission. Water is allowed if the container has a cap.
6. Bring required materials every day unless you are otherwise directed. Materials include; sharpened pencils, journals and textbook.
7. Talk only when permitted. Be aware of the situation since quiet talking is allowed in some situations and speaking to the entire group without raising your hand may be allowed in others. I will remind you once and expect compliance.
8. Use polite speech and body language. Unkind teasing and impolite behavior is unacceptable. Please do not ask to step outside to spit.
9. Do not cheat. Students caught cheating will receive a zero and a phone call home. Both the student who shares his work for an independent assignment AND the person who copies it will suffer the same consequences. I expect you to do your own work and to be sure no one can copy it.
10. Follow the teacher's directions immediately.
The following consequences will apply:
(1) a verbal warning
(2) 10 minute detention + phone call
(3) 30 minute detention + phone call
(4) referral to Dean + phone call
Note: Algebra can be difficult at times, but your responsibilities as a student are not limited to the classroom, there are many online resources that can offer help. Below are some of my favorite links for extra practice and games.
School Year!
COURSE OBJECTIVES
After completing the course, students will be able to:
• Perform basic operations with integers and rational numbers.
• Solve equations and inequalities and word problems. Perform operations with
monomials and polynomials.
• Factor polynomials. Simplify rational expressions.
• Graph linear equations and determine slope, x-intercept, and y-intercept.
• Solve systems of linear equations, radical equations, and quadratic equations.
Classroom Expectations (POSITIVE BEHAVIOR PLAN)
Be Respectful: Every student has the right to a safe and secure classroom; you do not have the right to impede or jeopardize that in any way.
Be Responsible: Recognize your own role in building a fun and productive community of learners. Understand there will be consequences, both good and bad, for your actions.
Be Safe: Think about where you are and whom you are with. We must guarantee against harm or injury to another. Think. Ask yourself is it worth it? Would I want this done to me? I will not tolerate, nor should you, any behavior that takes away from the safety of this classroom, nor will the school.
Be Cooperative: Time and again you will be asked to do something that you may not like or think is worthless. Be mature; work through it. You may find that “getting there” is half the fun. Our world demands that you work well with others.
Be A Worker: Do your job! Challenge yourself to be productive. You are here; use your time wisely.
Be Peaceful: Be kind to each other- exercise self- control.
Academic Grade Scale
A 90-100%
B 80-89%
C 70-79%
D 60-69%
F 59% or below
Work Habits
E- Consistently completes on assignments and is always on task. Completes ALL assignments neat and precisely.
S- Usually does the above.
U- Seldom does the above.
Cooperation
E- Consistently follows school/class rules and shows respect for everyone. Arrives to class on time prepared with appropiate materials. Participates in class discussions and activites and seeks help when needed.
S- Usually does the above.
U- Seldom does the above.
Class Rules/Consequences
1. Come to class on time. Standing outside the door and rushing in after the bell will constitute a tardy. You must be fINSIDE the door, with your shirts tucked in when the bell rings to be counted on time.
2. Begin the start up activity within 1 minute after the tardy bell. Directions will be on the board. Please do not wait for me to remind you to begin since I need to take roll and attend to other duties for the first few minutes of the period.
3. Attend to personal needs before coming to class. I have been instructed not to give passes so please do not ask for a pass unless you have a true emergency.
4. Remain in your assigned seat unless you have permission to get up . Throw scraps away at the end of the period on your way out.
5. Do not eat candy or other food in class unless you have been given special permission. Water is allowed if the container has a cap.
6. Bring required materials every day unless you are otherwise directed. Materials include; sharpened pencils, journals and textbook.
7. Talk only when permitted. Be aware of the situation since quiet talking is allowed in some situations and speaking to the entire group without raising your hand may be allowed in others. I will remind you once and expect compliance.
8. Use polite speech and body language. Unkind teasing and impolite behavior is unacceptable. Please do not ask to step outside to spit.
9. Do not cheat. Students caught cheating will receive a zero and a phone call home. Both the student who shares his work for an independent assignment AND the person who copies it will suffer the same consequences. I expect you to do your own work and to be sure no one can copy it.
10. Follow the teacher's directions immediately.
The following consequences will apply:
(1) a verbal warning
(2) 10 minute detention + phone call
(3) 30 minute detention + phone call
(4) referral to Dean + phone call
Note: Algebra can be difficult at times, but your responsibilities as a student are not limited to the classroom, there are many online resources that can offer help. Below are some of my favorite links for extra practice and games.