Algebra Syllabus Contract

Please return to Mrs. Scott by Friday, August 21st

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Blue Springs School District ~ Algebra1Syllabus

1 Credit (2 semesters)

Mrs. Teresa Scott ~ Room E07

Plan: 5th hour 11:30-12:15~ School phone: 224-1325 Ext. 50222

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COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is an entry level course for advanced mathematics classes. The student will begin to work with variables, expressions, and basic equations. The student will then progress to solving linear and quadratic equations, graphing those equations and factoring them. Students will also be asked to solve word problems a person may encounter in everyday life situations.

Assignments: Assignments will be graded on a daily basis in order to practice the skills learned in class. Homework will make up30% of the semester grade per district policy. Work not finished in class is considered homework and due the next class period unless otherwise noted. Expect homework every night.

Late work: Work is late if not turned in on the assigned due date. No partial credit is given for work turned in late, therefore it is very important to complete work on time in order to get credit. You will receive a “SCOTT MATH PASS” at the beginning of each semester. With this pass, only two late assignments will be accepted for credit throughout first semester and then again second semester. The completed late assignment must be turned in within one day of the due date. Using a late homework pass is the only way to receive credit for a late homework assignment.

Assessments: Chapter tests, quizzes and common assessments are considered assessments. A test will be given at the completion of each chapter. Assessments make up 70% of the student’s semester grade per district policy. In May the state End-Of-Course Test will be given; this test is 10% of your grade for second semester. At the conclusion of each semester, a cumulative District Common Assessment will be given.

End Of Course Assessment: In May, the state End-Of-Course Test will be given. Students will be given review materials to help prepare for this test in the weeks prior to the assessment. The End of Course review materials will be collected on the day of the test for a cumulative grade. Any review materials that are turned in one day late will receive half credit. No credit will be given for materials that are handed in after that.

Chapters Covered: We will be using the Big Ideas Math Algebra 1 textbook) and will cover chapters 1 through 6 during first semester and chapters 7 through 11 second semester. We may not follow the exact order of the textbook, but we will cover the entire textbook. See end of syllabus for Board of Education approved course objectives. Textbook Website:

Username is Lunch Number and password is Birthday ex: 5/11/2001

Materials:

#2 pencils and erasers

Notebook paper

Colored Grading pens

Scientific Calculator *TI-30X IIS recommended

1-inch 3 ring binder

Students will be required to keep their notes in a 3 ring binder. Student binders will be collected each chapter and graded for points.

Classroom Expectations/Rules:

1.You should show respect for the classroom, your classmates and the teacher.

2.Come to class prepared. Bring materials necessary for each class period and a good attitude.

3.Be in class, in your assigned seat, when the tardy bell rings.

4.NO food, drink (other than water), or hats in the classroom.

Attendance Policy: The Freshman Center will be following the district attendance policy that is outlined in your student handbook. Students will be responsible for obtaining and completing all make up work/notes. Assignments missed due to an excused absence can be made up for full credit. You will have one day per excused absence to turn in work missed. Assignments received prior to being absent are due the day you return to class. Missed tests will be made up the day you return.

Grades: You will earn the following letter grades based on the percent of points earned in the class. Please keep in mind that the grades you achieve as a freshman will be on your permanent record that may be viewed by your future employers and college admissions personnel. The district grading scale will be used in this class:

A+ 100%-97%A 96%-93%A- 92%-90%

B+ 89%-87%B 86%-83%B- 82%-80%

C+ 79%-77%C 76%-73%C- 72%-70%

D+ 69%-67%D 66%-63%D- 62%-60%

F Below 59%

CREDIT:

  • Credit is earned for grades of D- or higher at the end of each semester.
  • One half credit is earned towards high school graduation for each grade of D- or higher at the end of each semester.
  • Grade Point Average (G.P.A.) is cumulative and based off of semester grades.
  • Students still classified as a freshman by August 1 will be retained and will not be promoted to the next grade level. This means students will only be promoted as sophomores and attend Blue Springs or Blue Springs South if they have earned six or more credits by the end of their Freshman year.

Parent PORTAL: Parents can access their child’s grades using parent portal. Information about Parent Portal is available on the Freshman Center website.

Discipline: All school board policies pertaining to the classroom will be followed and enforced. All behavior that interferes within the learning or safety of other students or the ability of the instructor to teach is prohibited. Failure to follow classroom expectations/rules will result in disciplinary action.

Please feel comfortable talking with me if you are having any problems. Math is not a spectator sport. Athletes, musicians, and other professionals must practice and participate on a daily basis. Mathematicians must too. Please do your best to come prepared each day and be willing to participate. If at any time you are struggling, please come see me and ask for help. I am available in the mornings every day except Tuesdays and Fridays from 6:40 - 7:30 am. Good attendance and preparation for class are a must for success. I look forward to a wonderful year!

Please allow 24 hours for a response to an e-mail inquiry. If you have not heard from me in that time frame, please call and leave a message with the office.

Course Objectives

Chapter 1:Solving Linear Equations

  • Solving Simple Equations
  • Solving Multi-Step Equations
  • Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides
  • Solving Absolute Value Equations
  • Rewriting Equations and Formulas

Chapter 2:Solving Linear Inequalities

  • Writing and Graphing Inequalities
  • Solving Inequalities using Addition and Subtraction
  • Solving Inequalities using Multiplication and Division
  • Solving Multi-Step Inequalities
  • Solving Compound Inequalities
  • Solving Absolute Value Inequalities

Chapter 3:Graphing Linear Functions

  • Functions
  • Linear Functions
  • Function Notation
  • Graphing Linear Equations in Standard Form
  • Graphing Linear Equations in Slope-Intercept Form
  • Transformations of Graphs of Linear Functions
  • Graphing Absolute Value Functions

Chapter 4:Writing Linear Functions

  • Writing Equations in Slope-Intercept Form
  • Writing Equations in Point-Slope Form
  • Writing Equations of Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
  • Scatter Plots and Lines of Fit
  • Analyzing Lines of Fit
  • Arithmetic Sequences
  • Piecewise Functions

Chapter 5:Solving Systems of Linear Equations

  • Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Graphing
  • Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Substitution
  • Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Elimination
  • Solving Special Systems of Linear Equations
  • Solving Equations by Graphing
  • Graphing Linear Inequalities in Two Variables
  • Systems of Linear Inequalities

Chapter 6:Exponential Functions and Sequences

  • Properties of Exponents
  • Radicals and Rational Exponents
  • Exponential Functions
  • Exponential Growth and Decay
  • Solving Exponential Equations
  • Geometric Sequences
  • Recursively Defined Sequences

Chapter 7:Polynomial Equations and Factoring

  • Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
  • Multiplying Polynomials
  • Special Products of Polynomials
  • Solving Polynomial Equations in Factored Form
  • Factoring x2+ bx + c
  • Factoring ax2 + bx + c
  • Factoring Special Products
  • Factoring Polynomials Completely

Chapter 8:Graphing Quadratic Functions

  • Graphing f(x) = ax2
  • Graphing f(x) = ax2 + c
  • Graphing f(x) = ax2 + bx + c
  • Graphing f(x) = a(x – h)2 + k
  • Using Intercept Form
  • Comparing Linear, Exponential, and Quadratic Functions

Chapter 9: Solving Quadratic Equations

  • Properties of Radicals
  • Solving Quadratic Equations by Graphing
  • Solving Quadratic Equations Using Square Roots
  • Solving Quadratic Equations by Completing the Square
  • Solving Quadratic Equations Using the Quadratic Formula
  • Solving Nonlinear Systems of Equations

Chapter 10: Radical Functions and Equations

  • Graphing Square Root Functions
  • Graphing Cube Root Functions
  • Solving Radical Equations
  • Inverse of a Function

Chapter 11:Data Analysis and Displays

  • Measures of Center and Variation
  • Box-and-Whisker Plots
  • Shapes of Distributions
  • Two-Way Tables
  • Choosing a Data Display