Lawton Chiles High School

LAWTON CHILES HIGH SCHOOL

ALGEBRA II HONORS/GIFTED – MR. FRIEDLANDER

CLASS RULES and POLICIES 2017-2018

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DESCRIPTION This course presents an in-depth study of the topics of Algebra II, with

emphasis on theory and development of formulas and their

application. This is a rigorous study of functions,

graphs, and the tools needed to study advanced mathematics.

CLASS RULES1) Respectful, courteous behavior should be exhibited at all times.

2) Students should be on time and where they should be.

3) Electronic devices may not be used without permission.

4) The dress code should be followed.

5) Students should have passes when not in their assigned areas.

CONSEQUENCESFirst Offense – verbal warning

Second Offense – thirty minute detention

Third Offense - referral

If the situation warrants, the consequences can be made more severe. The Student Handbook

will be used as a reference for any rules not covered by this Rules and Policies paper.

ATTENDANCEStudents will have twice the number of days, including weekend days, to make up work as the

andnumber of days they were absent. Unexcused absences will result in zeroes for missed work.

MAKE-UP WORKMake up tests and quizzes will generally be given after school on announced days. Students need to arrange transportation home these days.

TARDIESUnexcused tardies will have the following consequences per quarter :

First – warning

Second – after school detention

Third – tardy referral

Students must bring a signed pass to class for a tardy to be excused.

GRADESThe state grade scale will be used to determine letter grades : 90-100 A, 80-89 B, 70-79 C,

60-69 D, and 0-59 F. Quarterly grades will be determined as follows : one part for the Daily Grade (assignments, quizzes, extra credit) and one part for each test given each quarter. Students may bring in signed tests for one bonus point each on their final grade.

NOTEBOOKSStudents are strongly encouraged to keep an organized notebook containing an assignments

quizzes, exams, and notes. Notebooks will be graded as announced.

FRIEDLANDERStudents who make A’s on exams, quizzes, and certain assignments as well as answer extra

FRANCScredit problems correctly will receive Friedlander Francs. Friedlander Francs are tokens which may be submitted in pairs for extra credit equivalent to one assignment grade. Students may turn in up to two pairs per quarter, but not until after interim reports go out.

MISCELLANEOUSTake notes, study, and keep up with your work! That will solve most of your problems. When

you do need extra help, make an appointment with me or seek out other students who are currently taking this class or have already taken this class. Also, there are numerous web sites that may be of assistance. Parents, feel free to contact me at (preferred) or at 488-1756, ext. 328. You can also follow this course on Mr. Friedlander’s web site linked to the main Chiles web site.

Steve Friedlander

Teacher