Welcome to Algebra Part 1. This is an Algebra class in which we will be covering the first half of your Algebra book, and then next year you will complete the book and thus take an Algebra course over a two-year period. This year we will review basic skills, manipulate algebraic variables, solve equations, and solve percent problems. We will also cover topics such as polynomials, factoring, graphing, integers, rational numbers, statistics, and probability.
Homework will be required and is essential for success in this algebra class. As your teacher it will be my responsibility to provide instruction and a classroom environment in which learning can take place. As algebra students, it will be your responsibility to complete your assignments on time, prepare for tests, ask questions, and come in for help if necessary. I will be available for extra help before school (7:20), during break, and after school most days; make an appointment to make sure I am available.
Grades will be determined by the points you earn from the following:
Tests and Quizzes 89.5 < A <100%
Homework Completion 79.5 < B < 89.5
Spiral Notebook 69.5 < C < 79.5
Agenda 59.5 < D < 69.5
Team Projects F < 59.5
Daily Homework assignments are each worth 4 point. Students earn 4 out of 4 for completing all problems and showing their work on the homework paper. If a few to several problems are unanswered or if not enough work is shown the student will earn a 3 out of 4. Assignments that are only half done will earn 2 out of 4. Late papers will receive 2 points.
Student grades will be determined by a total points earned divided by total points possible. The largest amount of points earned will come from tests and quizzes.
Tests will be given after each chapter and there will be a final exam at the end of each semester. Retakes will be available for one week after each test. They will be more difficult than the first and 70% is the maximum grade.
There will be two main rules. RESPECT ONE ANOTHER Which means many things, but here are just a few: Pay attention to the speaker, listen to each other, follow instructions, do your best, make positive contributions, be a team player, show dignity, be honest, and value one another.
Second, BE RESPONSIBLE for your actions, your words, your assignments, your learning, your grade, and to bring your materials to class each day: book, agenda, spiral notebook, pencil and red pen.
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