Princess Anne Middle School 2016-2017 Course Expectations
Teacher Angie Cole Class Algebra Honors
School Telephone Number: 648-4950 Email address: [email protected] (preferred contact)
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Course Description: Algebra 1 Honors is designed to help students understand the basic structure of algebra and acquire proficiency in applying algebraic concepts and skills. The students will take the Algebra 1 SOL end-of-course test. They must pass this test to get a verified credit.
Course Objectives: All of the mathematics Sol’s for the Commonwealth of Virginia are included in the Virginia Beach City Public School’s mathematics curriculum. A detailed listing of the objectives for Algebra 1 Honors and its correlation to the Sol’s can be found on the VBCPS website. Students mastering the material will be prepared to pass the Algebra 1 end-of-course test and will have a strong foundation for future Mathematics exploration.
Course Scope and Sequence: Unit 1: Variables and Expressions, Unit 2: Solving Equations, Unit 3: Solving Inequalities in One Variable, Unit 4: Linear Functions, Unit 5: Graphing and Writing Linear Equations, Unit 6: Solving Systems of Equations and Inequalities, Unit 7: Laws of Exponents, Polynomials, and Factoring, Unit 8: Graphing Quadratic Functions and Solving Quadratic Equations, Unit 9: Statistics, Unit 10: Getting Ready for Geometry.
Texts and Materials: The textbook is Algebra 1 by Glencoe. The textbook will be available on-line with a given password. The following items should be brought to class every day: Binder, Spiral Notebook, Pencil, Paper, Graphing Calculator (issued by the school and kept in a zippered pouch or pocket in binder), and Agenda. All graded assessments should be kept In the binder. All Math work must be done in pencil. If you would prefer to purchase a graphing calculator for your child, the TI-84 Plus CE is suggested.
Assessment Measures and Grading Procedures and Policies: Please sign up for Parent Portal. Grades will be updated at least once a week. A blank means the grade has not yet been entered. “0” means your child is missing that assignment. Please discuss all “0”s with your child. Concept Assessments (Mastery Grading) count 85% of the grade. Concept Assessments may be retaken. Students have the option of arranging to take a second version of a Concept Assessment after completing a tutoring session. The higher grade is recorded. Unit Assessments (Cumulative) count 15% of the grade. Projects may be counted in either of the two categories. Classwork/Homework is required practice. If your child comes to class without the correctly completed homework, they will be assigned to RECALL. If the assignment is completed and shown to me prior to the RECALL, then the RECALL is voided. The school system grading scale is: A 93-100, A- 90-92, B+ 87-89, B 83-86, B- 80-82, C+ 77-79, C 73-76, C- 70-72, D+ 67-69, D 64-66, E 0-64.
Help Sessions: Please make sure your child is working on homework assignments on the day they are assigned. If they have trouble, then they should come see me the next day during homeroom or Pams Time to discuss the problem or to arrange a before or after school time for extra help. I will sign an appointment time in your child’s agenda.
Procedures for conferences, parental contacts: If something comes up that you would like to discuss in a conference, please feel free to contact the guidance department. Please do not hesitate to contact me at any time with any concern you might have. Email is the best way to reach me, even if the email says that you would like me to call you.
P. A. Middle- a school where every child achieves Citizenship Expectations: Students are expected to show respect for the staff, the other students, and themselves at all times. During class your child will be expected to sit correctly, keep hands and feet to self, pay attention during instruction, work silently at times and collaboratively at others, copy all notes and examples, and participate appropriately in all activities. They are to refrain from unkind comments and actions at all times. Behavior interventions may include: verbal and written warnings, time out, parent contact, conferences (student, parent, guidance), detention, and referral to administration.
Attendance Information: Algebra Honors is a High School Credit class, so this class applies to your child’s high school GPA, and the high school attendance policies outlined in your child’s Agenda also apply. Therefore, it is imperative that your child attends class as regularly as possible. When scheduling appointments, please try to avoid your child missing Algebra class, if possible. If your child misses class, please encourage him/her to get on my wikispace and attempt the homework. If that is not possible, they are allowed one day for every day missed before a detention is assigned.
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Algebra Honors Course Expectations Please return by September 16, 2016
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