Pre-AP Algebra 1
Mrs. Gilhome940-369-3198
Grading Policy and Class Information
Welcome to RHS and welcome to Pre AP Algebra 1. We are going to have a great year.
Minor Summative Assessments(minimum 3 per grading period)30%
●Could include but not limited to – quizzes, reviews, exit slips, activities, etc.
Major Summative Assessments(one per week per grading period)70%
●Could include but not limited to – tests, projects, common assessments, essays, presentations, etc.
Formative Assessments 0%
●Could include but not limited to – practice work, homework, class discussion, lesson practice, daily work, independent practice, progress checks, etc.
●Will be done and feedback provided but numeric grades will not be given.
District Pre AP Algebra 1 grading policy can be viewed at:
Clarification in the Grading Guidelines:
• Only work that shows knowledge and mastery of current material will be given a grade.
• Students are expected to complete all assignments and assessments and turn them in on time. If a student does not turn in an assignment, a MSG (missing) will be entered in the gradebook. This will calculate as a ZERO until replaced with a grade. If no evidence of mastery is provided by the end of the quarter, the teacher will replace the MSG with a “0.”
• Students are expected to prepare in advance for all minor and major assessments and to try their best to accurately demonstrate their understanding of the learning targets.
• Students should use formative assessments and minor summative assessments as feedback to measure their learning progress in preparation for major summative assessments.
• Students may earn the privilege of reassessing a major summative assessment by completing all formative work, preparing for
assessments in advanceand demonstrating that new learning has takenplace which warrants the need for a reassessment. This
could include successfully completing work, attending tutorials, submission of missingassignments, correction of assignments,
extra practice, success on formative assessments, etc.
• All students will be given the opportunity to earn the privilege of reassessment of all majorsummative assessments, excluding
semester exams.
• If the assessment was completed on time, the ten day window for reassessment begins when the student receives feedback from the assessment. If the assessment was not completed on time, the ten day window for reassessment begins from the due date.
• If a teacher believes that a student is not in good faith preparing for assessments and is using the reassessment opportunity as a way to put off learning, the teacher will discuss this with the student and contact the parent. A student could forfeit their reassessing opportunities if they continue to fail to prepare for assessments.
TheRHS grading policy addendum is online at:
Make-up work–
• Assignments are posted on my website at
• It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements for makeup work on the day he/she returns to school.Time lines for makeup work: Number of blocks absent plus one block. Example: Absent Monday, returns on Wednesday, work is due Friday.
• A student who misses a previously announced test will be expected to take the test on the day he/she returns.
Please monitor grades through Home Access Center (HAC).
Classroom Rules –
●Earn Respect By Showing Respect ?
●see the DISD Student Code of Conduct Handbook at
●See the DISD Student & Parent Handbook at
●see the DISD Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) for electronic devices at
2017-2018 School Calendar: DISD School Calendar
2017-2018 A/B schedule calendar: RHS A/B Calendar
2017-2018 Daily Bell Schedule:RHS Daily Bell Schedule
Tutorials are daily:
8:25-8:50 am
4:10- 4:30 pm
Textbook Info –
In Pre AP Algebra 1 we will be usingCollege Board’s official Pre AP program called SpringBoard – Mathematics with Meaning – Algebra 1. The College Board developed SpringBoard as a clearly articulated, engaging, and rigorous framework for mathematics instruction that develops the skills and knowledge necessary to prepare students for college and to compete in the 21st century. Students need to be able to solve complex math problems using a variety of mathematical knowledge and skills, collaborate with others to complete a task, and communicate effectively using the language of mathematics. With SpringBoard, students explore the “big ideas” and develop the critical thinking skills needed to apply and communicate concepts in real-world situations.
You will receive a consumable student book/workbook and you will also receive access to the online version. Go to the DISD Single Sign On at Sign in with your regular username and password, and then click the “SpringBoardCollegeBoard” button. Follow the directions on the site.
**All Algebra 1 students will take the Algebra 1 End of Course STAAR test in May**
Pre-AP Algebra 1 Outline:
●Unit 1:Equations and Inequalities
●Unit 2A: Representations of Functions
●Unit 2B: Slope, Direct Variation & Arithmetic Sequences
●Unit 2C: Forms of Linear Functions, Inequalities & Regressions
●Unit 3: Systems of Equations & Inequalities
End of First Semester
●Unit 4A &4B: Exponential Relationships & Radicals
●Unit 4C: Polynomial Operations and Factoring
●Unit 5A: Graphing Quadratic Functions
●Unit 5B: Solving Quadratic Equations
Supplies needed for Pre AP Algebra 1:
●1 ½” -3” Notebook with pockets
●Notebook Paper
●Pencils (with erasers)
●Grading pen
●4 pack of AAA Batteries – for classroom set of graphing calculators.
●1 Box Tissue &/or 1 roll of paper towels.
●Calculator - inexpensive scientific calculator to be used at home.
(A graphing calculator will be provided for you in the classroom.
If you plan on buying a graphing calculator, I highly suggest the TI-84+ or better.)