Algebra 1: What you need to know
Supply List:
1. spiral-bound notebook that is 3-hole punched
2. three-ring binder (1½ to 2 inches wide)
3. at least 4 dividers (can be home-made)
4. pencil(s)
5. highlighter
6. colored pens/pencils OR one pen with 4 colors (for note-taking)
7. dry erase marker (any color, any width)
8. small protractor and ruler
9. graph paper, loose leaf or bound
10. scientific calculator --- DO NOT BRING UNTIL CHAPTER 2 BEGINS
Need help with supplies? Call 412-4418
Important websites:
www.mrshicklin.pbworks.com --- my website
www.cpm.org --- that’s the website for your textbook
www.nthurston.k12.wa.us --- includes Family Access for Skyward
Algebra 1: What you need to know
Supply List:
1. spiral-bound notebook that is 3-hole punched
2. three-ring binder (1½ to 2 inches wide)
3. at least 4 dividers (can be home-made)
4. pencil(s)
5. highlighter
6. colored pens/pencils OR one pen with 4 colors (for note-taking)
7. dry erase marker (any color, any width)
8. small protractor and ruler
9. graph paper, loose leaf or bound
10. scientific calculator --- DO NOT BRING UNTIL CHAPTER 2 BEGINS
Need help with supplies? Call 412-4418
Important websites:
www.mrshicklin.pbworks.com --- my website
www.cpm.org --- that’s the website for your textbook
www.nthurston.k12.wa.us --- includes Family Access for Skyward
Grading Policy:
80% standards assessments; 20% homework completion and class participation
How to read the new Skyward screen:
§ Each standard has its own column that show the average for that skill
§ Next to the average column is a column that lists the quiz & test for that standard
o Tests can be re-taken, BUT you get the SECOND score
o If you score less than 75% on a standard, you must retake the test
§ Homework completion and participation are under “Life Skills”
§ Each assignment will be listed next to the Homework Completion summary column
o Late homework is accepted… up to a point
§ Each in-class point-earning activity will be next to the “Participation” column
o If you are absent, you can make up those in-class points through extra credit
Your First Extra-Credit Opportunity:
Bring in a box of Kleenex, a tub of Clorox-type wipes, and/or a dozen pre-sharpened pencils by Monday. Each item = 5 pts.
Grading Policy:
80% standards assessments; 20% homework completion and class participation
How to read the new Skyward screen:
§ Each standard has its own column that show the average for that skill
§ Next to the average column is a column that lists the quiz & test for that standard
o Tests can be re-taken, BUT you get the SECOND score
o If you score less than 75% on a standard, you must retake the test
§ Homework completion and participation are under “Life Skills”
§ Each assignment will be listed next to the Homework Completion summary column
o Late homework is accepted… up to a point
§ Each in-class point-earning activity will be next to the “Participation” column
o If you are absent, you can make up those in-class points through extra credit
Your First Extra-Credit Opportunity:
Bring in a box of Kleenex, a tub of Clorox-type wipes, and/or a dozen pre-sharpened pencils by Monday. Each item = 5 pts.