Miami Senior High School



Miami Beach Senior High School

Algebra II

Mr. Patrick Simmons – Room 558

305-532-4515 ext 2558

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Goal:

Students will gain a better, and more in dept, understanding of the workings of Algebra in a rigorous, engaging and fun environment.

Course Topics:

• Expressions, Equations and Inequalities

• Functions, Equations and Graphs

• Linear Systems

• Quadratic Functions and Equations

• Polynomials and Polynomial Functions

• Radical Functions and Rational Exponents

• Sequences and Series

• Statistics and Probability

Texts and Materials:

• Online through Student Portal: HMH Algebra 2

• Standard loose-leaf notebook/binder or Pre-printed Cornell Note paper

• Calculator (helpful, but not necessary)

Grading Criteria

• Assignments: 1 grade

• Notebook: (MUST be done in Cornell Style: see me if there are any questions or doubts) 2 grades

• Pop Quizzes: 2 grades (unannounced! So, always be prepared…)

• Tests: 8 grades (Chapter tests always announced well in advance!)

Attendance:

• Class attendance is MANDATORY!

• If a student is absent, it is the responsibility of the student to 1) Get the absence excused upon returning, 2) find out missing assignments on the assignment calendar and 3) turn in make-up work and arrange for any missed labs, quizzes or tests within THREE (3) days

• Unexcused absences will result in a ZERO for any work due that day (as well as make-up work for excused absence that are not done within the required time allotted by the district.)

• WARNING!!!! Excessive absences will greatly impair your ability to do well in this class!

**NO Cell phone or Headphone use allowed**

-Put them on Vibrate before you enter the class.

If I see them, I will confiscate them and you will get them back:

First offense: after 2:20 pm

Additional Offense: from the Parent Resource Center (WITH a Parent!)

***THE SCHOOL OFFERS FREE TUTORING—AFTERSCHOOL ON MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS IN THE LIBRARY ! I AM AVAILABLE MOST MORNINGS AT 6:30 A.M. !***

DO NOT LET YOURSELF FALL BEHIND!

For information on progress reports, report cards and the school calendar, visit



Please feel free to contact me via phone or email at any time to discuss student progress!

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I have read and understand the rigor and commitment that this course requires. Above all else, we are here to LEARN and have FUN!

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