Guilford High School
Algebra II Syllabus
2014-2015
Course Title
Algebra II
Teacher Contact Information
Ms. Dawn Nimmo (Room 226)
School: 815-654-4870
Email:
Cell: 815-282-8750
Course Description
Students in Algebra II expand their repertoire by working with rational and exponential expressions, as well as, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions. As students encounter more and more varied mathematical expressions and functions, general principles they encountered in Algebra I remain relevant, unifying the material in the course.
Standards
Semester 1~
A-SSE.2—Interpret the structure of expressions
A-SSE.3—Write expressions in equivalent forms to solve problems
A-REI.1, 2—Understand solving equations as a process of reasoning and explain the reasoning
A-REI.11—Represent and solve equations and inequalities graphically
F-IF.4, 6—Interpret functions that arise in applications in terms of context
F-BF.1, 2—Build a function that models a relationship between two quantities
A-APR.2,3—Understand the relationship between zeros and factors of polynomials
Semester 2~
A-APR.2, 3—Understand the relationship between zeros and factors of polynomials
A-APR.6, 7—Rewrite rational expressions
N-RN.1, 2—Extend the properties of exponents to rational exponents
A-REI.1, 2—Understand solving equations as a process of reasoning and explain the reasoning
F-LE.2, 4—Construct and compare linear, quadratic, and exponential models and solve problems
Course Topics
Semester 1~
Chapter 1—Equations and Inequalities
Chapter 2—Linear Relations and Functions
Chapter 3—Systems of Equations and Inequalities
Chapter 4—Quadratic Functions and Relations
Semester2~
Chapter 6—Inverse and Radical Functions and Relations
Chapter 7—Exponential and Logarithmic Functions and Relations
Chapter 8—Rational Functions and Relations
Required Materials
Glencoe, Algebra 2 textbookPencil/pen
Spiral NotebookCalculator
FolderGraph paper
Classroom Rules of Conduct
All school rules in the GHS Student Handbook apply at all times.
Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe
Further classroom policies and procedures will be developed in class with students’ input during first week of school.
Tardy Policy
All students must bethrough the door when the bell rings. Students that have not yet entered the classroom will be marked tardy.
1st three tardies in any class = warning
4th tardy = Detention
5th tardy = ALE
6th tardy and beyond = Out of School Suspension
Use of Electronics
All unauthorized electronic devices (phones, ipods, etc..) are not allowed to be used during class time. Students will not have earbuds or headphones in during class instruction or during exams. Refusal to follow this policy will result in a referral.
Passes
Students are expected to be in class during class time!
You must have your ID and student planner to receive a written pass from the teacher to leave the room. No more than one student may leave the classroom at a time.We need to keep the halls clear during class time.
Homework Policy
Practice work, including bell ringers, class assignments, home assignments, exit slips, and various class activities constitute 20% of students’ quarter grade. Assignments must be turned in on time for credit. Exceptions, due to special circumstances, may be made at the teacher’s discretion. Assignments must be turned in on time for credit. Students who have an excused absence will be allowed an additional number of days equivalent to the number of excused absences to turn in missed work.
Formative Assessments Policy
Formative assessments including weekly quizzes, District Benchmark exams and various class activities constitute 30% of students’ quarter grade. Assessments must be completed on time. Exceptions, due to special circumstances, may be made at the teacher’s discretion. Assessments must be completed on time for full credit. Students who have an excused absence will be allowed an additional number of days equivalent to the number of excused absences to complete missed assessments.
Unit Assessments Policy
Unit assessments including Unit Tests and PLC Midterms constitute 50% of students’ quarter grade. Assessments must be completed on time. Exceptions, due to special circumstances, may be made at the teacher’s discretion. Assessments must be completed on time for full credit. Students who have an excused absence will be allowed an additional number of days equivalent to the number of excused absences to complete missed assessments.
PARENT / STUDENT RECEIPT & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SYLLABUS
Course Title: Algebra II
Please review this syllabus with your child and sign below. Return only this page to the teacher and keepthe syllabus for reference.
Student: I have read this syllabus and understand all of the information contained in it. I agree to abide byall of the rules and expectations listed.
Student Signature ______Date______
Printed Student Name______
Student e-mail to use for correspondence ______
□ Student has computer access at home.
□ Student has internet access at home.
Parent/Guardian: I understand all of the information contained in this syllabus and I have reviewed it with my child.My child has agreed to abide by all of the rules and expectations listed. Note: Any Accommodations/ Modificationsfor students will be implemented according to their IEP.
Parent Signature______Date______
Printed Parent Name______
Parent’s e-mail to use for correspondence ______
□ Parent has computer access at home.
□ Parent has internet access at home.
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