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5299710-19050000-502920-14605000Course Syllabus- Algebra ISchool Year: 2019-2020Instructor: S. Myles Contact Information: mylessa@richmond.k12.ga.us Welcome to Pine Hill, the home of the Panthers!Course Description: This course is designed to help students develop the ability to explore and solve mathematical problems, think critically, work cooperatively with others, and communicate mathematical ideas clearly with an open door policy for you to participate or observe at any time. Students will develop a strong emphasis in problem solving, critical thinking, and real-life applications of mathematical models. Course Outline: UnitLengthDescription15 weeksRelationship between Quantities and Express 27 weeksReasoning with Linear Equations and Inequalities37 weeksModeling and Analyzing Exponential Functions48 weeksModeling and Analyzing Quadratic Functions53 weeksComparing and Contrasting Functions63 weeksDescribing Data74 weeks10th Grade PreviewGrading:Assignment TypeDescriptionWeightFormative AssessmentClasswork, group work, and quizzes60%Summative AssessmentUnit tests, culminating tasks30%HomeworkFlipped classroom assignments and/or practice10%Textbooks: This class will be driven by the state standards. We will be using Algebra I, a consumable book(students can write in), which the students will have to check out from the media center. Various other resources will be used in the classroom/home to support the state standards. They may include, but are not limited to iReady, USA Test Prep, Edgenuity, Desmos, and Learn Zillion.Expectations: Respect yourself, peers and all adults.High expectations ALL DAY, EVERY DAY!Be prepared for class daily.Every student is responsible for helping to maintain a clean, safe learning environment and to participate in daily math lessons.Adhere to all policies, rules, and regulations outlined in the student handbook.Supplies and Suggested Supplies: Notebook Paper PencilsGraph PaperColored pencils or markersHighlightersComposition Notebook Communication:I have set up an account through Class Dojo where we can communicate. I highly recommend that you please sign up and your child also sign up so that I can send homework reminders etc. Microsoft Teams is a communication platform that combines access to messages (conversations), and various documents and resources for educational endeavors. Parent Teacher conference is another tool that you can meet with the team of teachers concerning the progress of your child and/or any concerns you may have for the team of teacher. You can call the school at 706-592-3730 and schedule a conference through the Guidance Department.I will also have a code for Remind app. Once you have the app, enter code @bebdaa It should say Myles’s Algebra 1A 9-20. I will post homework and important information on this app. You are responsible for your education!You determine your success or failure!I am looking forward to an amazing year with you and your child!!!!My student, _______________________________________________, and I, __________________________________________________________, have read the syllabus and understand the expectations of the class.Signing this acknowledges that you are willing to support your child’s academic success.Parent Signature: _____________________________________________________Date: _________________Signing this acknowledges that I will strive for success.Student Signature: ____________________________________________________Date: _________________Parent Contact Information (please print legibly below):E-mail address: ________________________________________________________Home phone: __________________________________________________________Cell phone #: __________________________________________________________Work phone # and hours ________________________________________________*Please check the best way(s) to contact you.Please tell me about your child that would help me to better teach him/her. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ................
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