Instructor: Ms. Martin
Email: martins@seasideschool.net
Course Description:
Algebra is a year-long course that prepares students to enter the study of Algebra I (a high school credited course). The focus of the course is building the foundation necessary for success in the study of algebra. Students will become familiar with the following: the properties of mathematics; the language of algebra; solving one step and two step equations; adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing rational numbers and integers; solving inequalities; graphing equations and inequalities; proportion; percent; statistics and graphs; probability; applying algebra to geometry; measurement; introduction to trigonometry; and the study of polynomials.
Maintain Great Behavior
- Be on time! Bring all supplies each day. Be in your seat and ready to learn after entering the classroom!
- Pay attention to the speaker and always raise your hand before participating!
- ASK QUESTIONS! There are NO dumb questions! Without this mastery will not occur!
- Be enthusiastic & cooperative and respectful toward each other! Give your best effort
Absences
All work must be made up the following day. If more time is needed, arrangements can be made. Missed class work and homework will be in the marked folder. It is the responsibility of the student to check for makeup work.
Academic Requirements
- Tests - Students will have unit post- tests.
- Quizzes - Students will be given both announced and unannounced quizzes within each chapter.
- Daily work – Students will complete daily work in class and may be asked to submit the work for a grade.
- Homework – Students will complete homework at home. The teacher will check the work for completeness on the date that it is due. The student may be asked to submit the homework for a grade.
Grades
- 50% Test
- 30% Homework/Classwork
- 20% Nine Weeks Test
Parents and Guardians
I have an open door policy. Feel free to contact me by e-mail or phone the school, my planning period is 7th period!
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