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Kenwood Academy High School Mathematics Department 2014– 2015Course Syllabus: Advanced Algebra with TrigonometryInstructor: Mr. McEvoy-Hein Email: jcmcevoy-hei@cps.edu Phone: 773-535-1350 x27383Schedule: In class 2nd, 3rd, 6th, 7th, 8th Periods Office Hours: Tuesday & Thursday from 3:15-4:00 in Room 220Course Description:In Advanced Algebra, you will expand your study of functions and their multiple representations to include rational functions, absolute values, square roots, and logarithms. You will explore the relationship between a function and its inverse by examining power and root functions and exponential and logarithmic functions. You will increase your skill at purposefully manipulating algebraic expressions to solve increasingly complex problems. You will also learn to organize and analyze data to model and analyze simple physical and other phenomena. For about a quarter of this class, we will also focus on trigonometric concepts and applications which you were first exposed to in geometry. Students’ skills in technology will be enhanced by the use of the TI-83 graphing calculator. The curriculum is aligned to the Common Core State Standards in the Conceptual Areas of Number and Quantity, Algebra, Functions, and Modeling. Preparation for Common Core Performance Tasks, the ACT exam, and the future PARCC examination will be integrated into the course.Standards:This course is aligned to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), and the College Readiness Standards (CRS):College Readiness StandardsCommon Core State StandardsNumber and Quantity: N-Q.01-02; N-CN.01-02; N-CN.07; N-RN.01-02Algebra: A-CED.01-04; A-APR.01-04, 05; A-REI.01-03; A-REI.04.b; A-REI.05-06; A-REI.11; A-SSE.03.c; ASSE.01-02; A-APR.03; A-APR.06-07; Functions:F-BF.1c; F-BF.03-05; F-LE.01; F-LE.03-05; F-IF.01-02; F-IF.04-06; F-IF.07.b; F-IF.07.c; F-IF.07.e; F-IF.08.b; F-TF.01-07Geometry: G.CO.02CRS BandsCollege BoundPre-AcceleratedHonorsReview16-1920-2324-27Focus20-2324-2728-32Stretch24-2728-3233-36-Graphical Representations-Probability, Statistics & Data Analysis-Numbers: Concepts & Properties-Expressions, Equations & Inequalities-Functions-Measurement*A full list of the CRS is available at . A detailed breakdown of the Common Core State Standards is available at Sequence:Quarter One: September 2 – November 6Unit 1Functions and Their InversesSeptember 2 – September 22 Unit 2 Quadratic and Square Root FunctionsSeptember 23 – November 18 Quarter Two: November 10 - January 29Unit 2 Quadratic and Square Root FunctionsSeptember 23 – November 18 Unit 3Systems of EquationsNovember 19 – December 19Unit 4Power Functions and Rational FunctionsJanuary 5 – January 14 Unit 5Polynomial and Composite FunctionsJanuary 15 – January 29Quarter Three: February 2 – April 2Unit 6ACT ReviewFebruary 2 – March 2 Unit 7Exponential and Logarithmic FunctionsMarch 3 – April 17 Quarter Four: April 13 – June 16Unit 7Exponential and Logarithmic FunctionsMarch 3 – April 17 Unit 8Trigonometric FunctionsApril 20 – June 16 Textbook and Resources:Textbook: Algebra 2, Glencoe, 2005. ($73.00 to replace if lost or stolen) Required Materials (needed daily)SharpenerPencilColored pen (not blue or black)Math Binder (a sturdy 3-ring binder) – At least 1 inch. DividersLoose leaf paperCalculator (Graphing Calculator preferred, Scientific acceptable)Credit: Earning a D or above results in .5 credits per semester (1 credit for the entire year)Fee: Students are required to pay a $10 mathematics fee. Grading Policy:Your grade will be computed using the following categories and point system:TypeCategoryPercentageFormativeClass work (class assignments, projects, exit slips, etc.)5%A 90 – 100 90-100Quizzes30%B 89 - 90 89-80SummativeExams & Performance Tasks40%C 79 – 70 79-70Final Exam10%D 69 – 60 69-60ParticipationClass Participation (bellringer quizzes, note quizzes, etc.)5%F 59 and below 59 and HomeworkHomework10%Total100%Homework: Homework is essential to the study and mastery of this course. Homework assignments are viewed as a reinforcement of the concepts discussed in class and will be factored into the final grade. It is the student’s responsibility to record these assignments in their student planner. Students are responsible for having all assignments completed on time and all assignments will be collected. Students will be responsible for grading their assignments with their colored pens and asking questions about problems that are incorrect. Students will receive full credit on an assignment if the assignment is completed on time with all work shown and graded with all necessary corrections. No homework will be accepted after the end of the unit. Students can earn 10 points for full credit, 5 points for half credit, or 0 points for no credit. Cheating and/or plagiarism of any kind will not be tolerated. Evidence of such will result in a grade of 0 on the assignment or exam.Format for Homework Assignments:Complete all assignments on loose leaf paper onlyTo receive full credit on each homework assignment ( 10 points):Homework is turned in on timeAll problems are attempted Homework is graded in a different color pen/pencilCorrections are madeClass Work & Participation:Class work will include bell ringers, exit tickets and any practice assignments completed in class.Each day must be clearly labeled with the date and objective. Most class work will be collected and graded.There will be no make-up for class participation or class work.Quizzes and Tests: A formal quiz will be given regularly and usually at the end of each week. Quizzes might also be given in the form of in-class projects and other assignments. There is no makeup for a quiz. One quiz will be dropped for every five quizzes.Tests will be given at the end of each Unit. A cumulative assessment will be administered every quarter.A cumulative Final Exam will be administered at the end of each semester and will be worth 10% of your total grade. There is to be no talking during a test or quiz. If caught talking I will assume the student is cheating. Students are also expected to show all work to receive full credit on exam problems. Make-up exams are only given if you have a legitimate absence. It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements within one day after returning from an absence to make up a test. If arrangements are not made, students will not be allowed to make up the exam and will receive a zero.Test Corrections. If you earn 69% or below, you may earn half of the points lost on an exam by completing the test corrections during a specified after school session with an instructor (your total after corrections may not exceed 70%). This policy does not apply to students enrolled in honors level advanced algebra. How to Study for this CourseRead and review notes dailyAttempt to redo in-class examples, without your notes or book. If you get stuck, refer back to your notes, or seek extra help.Redo problems from tests and homework assignments, particularly ones that you got wrong or have trouble understanding. Remember that you must crawl before you can walk. Similarly, you must have a good handle on the basics of algebra before you can master the advanced concepts.Find a study group to work on homework with. Be proactive. Classroom Expectations, Procedures, and Policies:You are expected to follow all Kenwood Rules and Policies.The following policies will be consistently enforced to ensure that every student receives the instructional time and atmosphere that he/she deserves.Be in your assigned seat when the tardy bell rings.Wear ID at all times.Students will not be allowed to wear coats, hats, or other items that are on the Kenwood list of prohibited dress.Students who come late to class are very disruptive to the rest of the class. If you are unavoidably late, please enter the room quietly and with a pass. Come to class prepared to learn. (sharpened pencil, colored pen, paper, calculator, notes, book)Take notes.Do not get out of your seat without permission.Do not blurt out questions or answers. Raise your hand and wait to be called on.Ask questions if you do not understand what is on the board.Respect all property. (School property, personal property, and other’s property)Respect all ideas given in class and do not criticize anybody’s ideas or thoughts.Cheating and/or plagiarism of any kind will not be tolerated. Evidence of such will result in a grade of 0 on the assignment or exam.Cell phones and other electronic devises must be turned off or silenced during class. Phones may not be visible during exams and cannot be used as a calculator. Cell phones that are visible or heard will be confiscated and can only be retrieved by a parent or guardian.Eating and drinking is not permitted in the classroom at any time.Absolutely no profanity is to be used in the classroom. Attendance/ Tardiness:Students are expected to come to class regularly.You must be in your seat when the bell rings. You will not be allowed into the classroom after the 2nd bell rings without a tardy. You must arrive with a tardy within 3 minutes of the bell, or else you must go to hall sweeps.It is the student’s responsibility to obtain the assignments and notes for any time out of the classroom. If absent on assignment due-date, it is due upon return. If the absence was excused (not including school functions) then one day for each missed day is allotted for make up work. If not an excused absence, then make up work is up to the teacher’s discretion.If absenteeism is known prior to occurrence, it is the student’s responsibility to obtain assignments beforehand.Leaving the Classroom:You should use your passing period to take care of all of the business outside of our classroom (going to the bathroom/office/locker, getting water, etc.) Once we are in the classroom, we are in the classroom! Passes will NOT be issued in class unless it is a true life threatening emergency. If such an emergency occurs, raise your hand, present a pass from your agenda book, collect your belongings and leave the room quietly.Cell Phones: Electronic devices, other than calculators, are not to be used in the classroom. Cell phones that are visible or heard will be confiscated and can only be retrieved by a parent or guardian. Calculators on cell phones are not permitted.Insubordination:Sleeping in class, doing nothing, working on a non-advanced algebra assignment, excessive talking, teacher or peer disrespect, disruptive behavior, playing with a calculator inappropriately (games), playing with electronic devices such as cell phones, i-pods, blackberries, etc. will result in the following actions:WarningStudent-Teacher ConferenceParent/Guardian Call HomeAfter School Detention Parent/Teacher ConferenceReferral to an Administrator*Severe disruptive behavior/infractions may warrant a referral and/or detention as the first course of action and is at the discretion of the teacher. Be Successful in Advanced Algebra:Ask for help when you need it! I am here and ready to help you. Work hard and try your best! Remember…it is MUCH easier to Keep Up than Catch Up!Have a great year! I look forward to working with you. Advanced Algebra Course Syllabus2014 – 2015 School YearThis form is considered the first homework assignment and will be collected. Please read and sign your names below.This acknowledges that the parent(s) and child have read the “class expectations and rules” for his/her math class with _______________ and understands the contents thereof. __________________________________________ _____________STUDENTStudents Signature Date__________________________________________Print Name of StudentHeadphones/Technological Devices Policy:Headphones (I-pods and like), cell phones, cameras, recording devices and anything that is deemed a technological device is banned from _____________ classroom. __________________________________________ _____________Students Signature Date__________________________________________Print Name of StudentPARENT /GUARDIAN________________________________________ ______________Parent/Guardian SignatureDate________________________________________Print Name of Parent/Guardian Parent email: ________________________ Parent phone number: ________________________Do you have a login to Grade Book?Circle one:YES NO Do you know where to find the homework assignments on the Kenwood website?Circle one:YES NO What is the best way to contact you? Circle one:Phone Email Helpful Resources (Please keep this page for future reference)Contact Information (EXAMPLE. Will Vary)Instructor:Mrs. AntonOffice:Room 314Contact:fzvizdic1@cps.eduPhone:773-535-1350 ext. 27367Website: & Parent Gradebook AccessPlease check your grades on a regular basis. You can access your grades by signing into the Student Portal. Your parents can access your grades by signing into the Parent Portal: Website(EXAMPLE. Will Vary)You can check the daily assignments on our class website: . Click on Staff and find my name and then your class. Remember, if you are absent, it is your responsibility to check the website to see missed work. If you lose an assignment, you must print off another copy from the class website.Student Tutoring(EXAMPLE. Will Vary)I encourage you to ask me for help when you are struggling with course material. I am available before school (7:15-7:45am) and after school (3:50-4:35pm) most days. Please sign up in Room 311 for tutoring sessions. Contacting Me(EXAMPLE. Will Vary)Email is the most reliable way for you to contact me. I will respond to all emails within 24 hours, usually sooner. If your parent(s) would like to set up a meeting, I am available before school, after school, or during a prep period. I require a 2-day notice for all parent meetings.PERIOD12345678TIME8:00-8:509:01-9:519:55-10:4510:49-11:3911:43-12:3312:37-1:271:31-2:212:25-3:15CLASSHonors Adv. Algebra w/TrigPre-CalculusPrepHonors GeometryLunchHonors GeometryPrepHonors GeometryROOM NUMBER308308314306314306314308 ................
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