Algebra II Syllabus 2008 - 2009



Locust Grove High School

GSE Coordinate Algebra

2015 - 2016

Instructor: Mr. Willis - william.willis@henry.k12.ga.us

Room #: 111

Course Description:

This is the first course in a sequence of courses designed to provide students with a rigorous program of study in mathematics. The Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE) will prepare Georgia students to better compete with students from other states when applying to colleges, technical schools, or entering the work force after graduating from high school.

Textbook:

No textbook is used for this course. Students will receive handouts of tasks and supplemental material to essentially make their own book. Many online resources are also available for use throughout the year to help students master content covered in the course.

Materials:

A class set of scientific calculators will be provided for student use in class. If you prefer, you may purchase your own scientific calculator. We use the TI-30XS scientific calculator. Graphing calculators also will be used at various times in the year. A class set will be available for student use in class, or you may want to invest in one of your own for use in this course and future high school math courses. We use the TI-84 Plus graphing calculator. If you purchase a Texas Instruments (TI) calculator, please consider donating the TI technology points found on the packaging to LGHS. Ask me if you need more details. You will also need pencils (no pens), notebook paper, and a 3-ring binder or loose-leaf folder. Composition books are not recommended. Rulers, protractors, compasses, and graph paper will be used throughout the year but are also optional purchases.

Course Content:

|1st semester: |2nd semester: |

|Relationships Between Quantities |Describing Data |

|Reasoning with Equations |Transformations in the Coordinate Plane |

|and Inequalities |Connecting Algebra and Geometry |

|Linear and Exponential Functions |through Coordinates |

Grading Policies: Grading is done using a points-out-of-points method instead of just straight percentage-correct method. In the long run, using the former method is to the student’s advantage. You must show all work (even if you use a calculator) to ensure full credit is received for correct answers. Students will receive progress reports through the year; however, credit for successful completion of the course will not be awarded until the end of the school year. Letter grades will be assigned according to a student’s current average in the course.

A = 90 – 100 B = 80 – 89 C = 74 – 79 D = 70 – 73 F = 69 or below

Warm Ups:

Students should enter class and immediately begin working on any warm up activity found on the board. Students are responsible for keeping up with warm ups, as they may be relevant to current or future tasks and may be used for unannounced quizzes throughout the semester.

Homework:

Homework is an important part of learning mathematics and will be assigned as necessary. A mixture of task related and skill reinforcement assignments will be used to help students master content being covered.  All work must be shown for each problem.  Homework may be checked for accuracy. The frequency of these checks is at my discretion.

Formative Assessments:

Formative assessments will be given throughout the year to assess current mastery of skills. The assessments may be given on an announced or unannounced schedule.

Tests:

Tests will be given midway through and at the end of each unit. A student who is absent from school the day before an announced test will be held responsible for taking the test at the scheduled time. If a student is absent on a test day, s/he must get with me on the day s/he returns to school to schedule a makeup test. Tests may be cumulative in nature and makeup tests may be different from the original test. Portions of each test may be used to replace lower, previously earned grades on similar content. Accordingly, students should take advantage of every opportunity throughout the year to demonstrate mastery of content on every assessment.

Mid-Year Assessment (December):

The mid-year assessment is cumulative. I highly recommend periodically reviewing past material so you are not overwhelmed reviewing at the end of the semester.

Attendance:

Attendance is extremely important. You miss valuable class discussions that help you master topics being covered when you are absent. It is the responsibility of the student to make arrangements to make up missed work or assessments and secure all notes from classmates.

Makeup Work:

A student who has been absent (EXCUSED) is responsible for meeting with me within two days of returning to school to arrange for makeup work.  The time during which makeup work must be completed should not exceed the number of days missed by the student.  For example, a student who was absent (excused) for three days will have two days (maximum) to arrange for makeup work and three days (maximum) to actually make up work - a total (maximum) of five days.  Makeup work for this student is eligible for maximum credit for correct work. Class time will not be spent completing makeup work.

Availability:

I am available during posted “Office Hours” to help you and will answer your questions in any way I can unless I have duty, a meeting, or a parent conference. Please check the posted hours on my classroom door or web site to be sure I am available on any particular day. Tutoring is “drop-in” (no appointment necessary).

Restroom / Hall Passes:

No passes will be issued during the first or last 15 minutes of the class period. All students will begin the year with three restroom passes. Please use them wisely. For each pass requested beyond the first three, students will receive a discipline step under the 4-Step discipline process. Additional restroom passes may be earned by earning an “A” on most assessments throughout the year.

Good Web Sites:

Khan Academy:

Purple Math:

USA Test Prep:

Classroom Management Behavior Guidelines

1. Come prepared (bring materials & homework, have personal electronics turned off & put away, etc.).

2. Be respectful (speak kindly, allow each other to learn, etc.).

3. Do not sit on the desktops.

4. Keep your personal workspace neat. Clean up around your desk before leaving class each day.

5. Work hard - BELL to BELL.

NO FOOD or DRINK!!! (CLEAR water in its original container is allowed)

Locust Grove High School

GSE Coordinate Algebra

2015 - 2016

Instructor: Mr. Willis – william.willis@henry.k12.ga.us

Room #: 111

Classroom Management Behavior Guidelines

1. Come prepared (bring materials & homework, have personal electronics turned off & put away, etc.).

2. Be respectful (speak kindly, allow each other to learn, etc.).

3. Do not sit on the desktops.

4. Keep your personal workspace neat. Clean up around your desk before leaving class each day.

5. Work hard - BELL to BELL.

NO FOOD or DRINK!!! (CLEAR water in its original container is allowed)

I have read and understand all of the objectives, requirements, and expectations for this course.

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Questions!

1) Does your student have access to the Internet after school? Yes _______ No ________

2) Does your child have an Internet-capable (Wi-Fi), personal electronic device

that he/she may bring to school for classwork? Yes _______ No ________

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