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Dakota High SchoolAlgebra Two over Two AB Syllabus 2015 -2016Mr. DemorestContact:E-mail address ademorest@cvs.k12.mi.us Voice mail: 723- 2963Website: to find me on the Dakota Home Page! Supplies:Every student is expected to have in class:Three – ring binder with loose leaf (this is what you will use to take notes and do homework).Writing Utensils (Pencils and a correcting pen) Text: Algebra 2 (Burnt Orange)Graphing calculator I recommend a TI83 or 84ESSENTIAL CONTENT & SKILLS: Adopted from Common Core State Standards (CCSS)Mathematically proficient students will:Make sense of problems and persevere in solving themReason abstractly and quantitativelyConstruct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of othersModel with mathematicsUse appropriate tools strategicallyAttend to precisionLook for and make use of structureLook for and express regularity and repeated reasoningGRADING: A = 90 – 100B+ = 87 – 89B = 80 – 86C+ = 77 – 79C = 70 – 76D+= 67 - 69D = 63 – 66D- = 60-62F = below 60Quarter grades will consist of the following:Assessments (Unit tests, Quizzes, Quarter tests) = 60%Checkpoints, Graded assignments, activities, and etc. = 30%Homework and Quiz corrections = 10%Semester gradesQuarter A Grade = 40%Quarter B Grade = 40%Semester Exam Grade = 20%*Any two failing grades of these three will result in the student failing the class. *First Semester Units:Unit 1: Systems of Linear EquationsGraph and write Piece wise functions.Solve linear systems by graphing, elimination, substitution and matrices.Finding vertices of the feasible region when graphing systems of inequalitiesUse Linear Programming to maximize or minimize a functionUnit 2: MatricesMatrix operations (add, subtract, scalar multiplication and matrix multiplication) Understand and use the Inverse and Identity Matrix.Solve Systems using matricesSolve 3 variables systems using matricesUnit 3: Quadratic Functions AUnderstanding the graph (axis of symmetry, vertex, domain, range and intercepts)Solving Quadratic equations by graphing, factoring, quadratic formula and completing the plex numbers (operations and use the conjugate to rationalize the denominator)Unit 4: Quadratic Functions BWrite a quadratic in vertex form by completing the squareUsing the maximum/minimum and the solution(s) of a Quadratic to solve Real world scenarios.Solve Quadratic systems.Extra Credit Policy: There will be no individual extra credit. Any extra credit offered will be for the entire class and will not amount to more than 5% of the semester grade.Homework Policy:Homework will be given on a daily basis and reviewed in class the following day. Your goal should be to attempt all problems, by the assigned due date, so they may be discussed for the benefit of the class. You will occasionally be given a graded homework assignment. These will be on material that you already have had the opportunity to ask questions about. No late work will be accepted. Absence & Tardiness:When absent from class you are expected to make up any missing work in a timely manner (maximum one day for each day missed). If prolonged absence occurs, special arrangements will be made. Parents are required to excuse all absences within 48 hours by calling Attendance at 723-2799. Failure to do so will result in an unexcused absence. An unexcused absence will result in a zero. If you are tardy on the day of a quiz or test, you will be expected to use the remaining class time to take the assessment. If you have an excused absence for the day of a quiz or test you must make arrangements to make it up as soon as possible. It is your responsibility to make up all work missed due to your absence. Any work not made up will be given a zero. You may find out what you missed by looking on my website or the assignment board. Do not disrupt class time to get absent work!You are expected to be in class on time. When the bell rings you are to be in your seat, if not you will be marked tardy. If you accumulate 3 tardies a detention will be issued and every multiple of 3 after that. On the 11 tardy, you lose credit for this course.Reassessment PolicyOne unit assessment (per quarter). In order to be eligible a student must do corrections and come in before or after school to take the reassessment.The last day for retakes will be 2 weeks prior to quarter end.Testing Policy:Aids: No aids to be used except in the case of documented IEP or 504 Plan accommodations.Time Limit: Assessments will not exceed one class period. No additional time provided except in the case of documented IEP or 504 Plan accommodations.Academic Integrity Policy:Chippewa Valley Schools academic integrity policy will be adhered to as described in the student code of conduct. Any violation of this will result in disciplinary action. Quiz/Test CorrectionsQuiz and Test Corrections are to be done on all assessments and will be collected. The format is below.Copies are available in the back of the classroom and online.Question #:Correct Answer:Topic/SectionWhat I did wrong was…The correct work is…What if I need extra help?Dakota has after school tutoring available Tues. and Thurs in media center after schoolBook has ONLINE resources! Yeah! Log on to Access Code: A5964826EEWeb ResourcesMath Apps:SAT:All 11th graders in the state of Michigan will be taking the SAT in April. Before you take the SAT, the Dakota will be administering you a PSAT. This is a unique and valuable opportunity for you because your PSAT results will be sent to Kahn academy. You will then be able to log onto Kahn academy for individualized practice. We will talk more about this.How do I know my grade?Students and parents are to check parent/student portal to be updated on grades. Grades will be posted within 48 hours. If there are any questions about your grade please see me before or after class.Cell Phone PolicyMy classroom is a designated “Red Room” meaning cell phone use is not allowed. I encourage you to leave your cell phone in your locker during my hour. If you are using your cell phone your Administrator will be notified and will give you a consequence immediately.1ST Offense: Lunch Detention2nd Offense: Call home and Detention3rd Offense: I day In School SuspensionTaking Notes:This is your best way to record what is expected of you! You should always have your class notes out when completing assignments. You are expected to take notes as they help you tremendously with your homework and study skills. My expectations of you are high - math is a cumulative subject and you need to always be at your best. You will need to be an “active learner” to achieve at your highest level. If you feel you are starting to struggle – don’t wait to do something it will only snowball like an avalanche! I want you to succeed therefore we will all need to work together.Looking forward to a great school year. ................
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