Algebra 2 Fall 2007 Syllabus
Mr. Jack Kimsey Mr. Lane Floyd
kimseyj@fulton.k12.ga.us floydrl@fulton.k12.ga.us
770-521-7600 ext. 361 770-521-7600 ext. 201
Course Content and Textbook
Algebra is the study of mathematical equations and their solutions, and methods of calculation according to a set of established rules. Topics include linear functions, systems of equations, quadratic functions, and polynomials functions.
The course addresses the following objectives on the GHSGT: 1-11, 13-23, 25-32, 37-45. The chapters we will be covering are 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6, of the McDougal Littell Algebra II book. If this book is lost, the replacement cost is $51.00.
Classroom Mission
To create an environment of respect where every student has the opportunity to achieve math success.
Materials
Covered textbook, paper, a minimum of 2 pencils, and a three ring binder with dividers are required for class each day. We have a class set of calculators but these cannot go home. If you would like your own calculator, we would suggest getting the TI-83 plus. This will help you in this class and should last you through college.
Notebook
You will be required to keep a notebook for this class. The notebook should be divided into the following sections: 1) Class syllabus and assignment sheet, 2) Daily openers (Bellringers) and Notes, 3) Assignments, and 4) Quizzes and Tests.
Grade Distribution
Final Exam 15%
Tests 55%
Quizzes 15%
Assignments 15%
Grading Scale
A 90-100%
B 80-89%
C 70-79%
F Below 70%
Class Rules
1. Be prepared and ready to learn when the bell rings. Tardiness is unacceptable, and the consequences are outlined in the Student Handbook.
2. Do your best at all times.
3. Respect the teacher, your classmates and yourself!! Disrespect for either the teacher or fellow students, or any form of disruption will not be tolerated in this class. Detention and/or referral to an administrator are possible consequences of such behavior.
4. Cheating will not be tolerated and will result in an automatic zero for the assigned activity. Any cheating will result in a call home and possible parent conference, detention, and a referral to an administrator. This will also result in an Honor Code violation and may be assigned two days of Saturday School for the first offense.
5. No talking during tests. Talking is considered cheating and will result in a zero on your test.
Consequences for Misbehavior
1. Verbal warning / student teacher conference
2. Relocation in the classroom
3. Private Detention (contact parents)
4. Public Detention (contact parents)
5. Administrative referral
* Extreme negative behaviors (such as fighting) will result in immediate referral.
Assignments
Assignments will be made DAILY, which includes Friday nights. Students are expected to write out each question, draw all pictures, show all work and correct their own mistakes during reviews. Assignments will be checked. You will be graded based on completeness. The warm-ups (bellringers), classwork / notes, and homework for the week will be averaged to make one assignment grade for the entire week. NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR ANY REASON!!
Make sure all assignments are headed with your full name, date, period, and page and problems assigned.
Hall Passes
You must have your student agenda to leave the classroom. You will be permitted to have 6 hall passes for the semester. This means you will have six and only six chances to go to the bathroom, water, etc. during class for the semester. Get necessary things done between classes, and use your passes wisely.
Attendance/Make-up Work
It is your responsibility to attend class each day. If you are unable to attend, it is YOUR responsibility to complete and turn in your make-up work
The work that was due the day you were absent must be turned in the day you get back. Make-ups for tests and quizzes will be given in class on the day the student returns to school. If a student misses several days before a test as well as the test, we will work together to create a makeup schedule. All other missed work should be made up according to the Fulton County Schools Policy described in the Student Handbook. If the work is not completed after the allotted number of days, the grade will be a ZERO.
Any student absent the day of the review will be expected to take the test with the class on the scheduled day.
Extra Help
You are strongly encouraged to come by for extra help when needed before or after school. If you give me advanced notice that you will be coming by, we can arrange a time for you. If you do not tell us that you are coming, we may not be available. If you come for extra help, be prepared to tell us exactly what you do not understand. Be able to show us your work and notes where you have been trying to do the problems. Do not wait until the last minute before a test!
** All rules of CHS and the FCSD will be in effect in this class.**
Use of Graphing Calculators
Graphing calculators are powerful mathematical tools. Through their use students can visualize problems more quickly, discover mathematical properties, and validate their work done with pencil and paper. They must be used appropriately. Graphing calculators are not substitutes for students learning mathematical concepts and processes. They are to be used to enhance student learning.
I have a set of graphing calculators for students to use while in my classroom. In order to ensure security, students will only be allowed to use one of my calculators on in-class quizzes and tests.
Game playing is not an appropriate use on the graphing calculator and it will not be permitted in class. If a student is found playing a game on any graphing calculator, I will confiscate the calculator, clear the memory of the calculator, and decide if further disciplinary action is warranted.
It is the goal of the Mathematics department to have students learn to use and appreciate the graphing calculator as a mathematical tool.
RECOVERY POLICY – FCBOE (from the student handbook)
Provision for Improving Grades
Opportunities designed to allow students to recover from a low or failing cumulative grade will be allowed when all work required to date has been completed and the student has demonstrated a legitimate effort to meet all course requirements including attendance.
Students should contact the teacher concerning recovery opportunities. Teachers are expected to
establish a reasonable time period for recovery work to be completed during the semester. All recovery work must be directly related to course objectives and must be completed ten school days
prior to the end of the semester.
Teachers will determine when and how students with extenuating circumstances may improve their grades.
CHATTAHOOCHEE HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT GUIDELINES:
Recovery is available to students with a cumulative grade below 74% after a minimum of two (2) major grades. The maximum grade a student can earn for a recovery activity is 70%. There will be only one recovery opportunity per failed major assignment or test. The individual teacher will determine the means of recovery. THE STUDENT MUST INITIATE THE PROCESS WITHIN FIVE (5) DAYS OF NOTIFICATION OF A FAILING GRADE ON A MAJOR ASSIGNMENT/TEST.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
2nd Period Geometry Syllabus
GEOMETRY MR. MICHAEL BENNETT
Fall 2007 Syllabus bennettm@fultonschools.org
MR. LANE FLOYD
floydrl@fultonschools.org
TEXT: McDougal Littell Cost: $49.50 Website: www.mcdougallittell.com
OVERVIEW: Topics in first semester include Basics of Geometry, Reasoning and Proof, Perpendicular and Parallel Lines, Congruent Triangle, Properties of Triangles, and Polygons. Material is taken from chapters 1-6. This course covers objectives 1.1-1.12 of the GA objectives. Geometry will involve hands-on applications, technology-based exploration and the integration of algebra skills.
MATERIALS: Textbook, 3 ring binder with dividers, pencil, and paper. Optional: a
scientific calculator. Compasses and protractors will be used throughout the year. I will have some available for classroom use, but the students will need to have their own to complete homework when necessary.
GRADING POLICY: Grading Scale: FINAL GRADE DETERMINED BY…
90%-100% A Final Exam 15%
80%-89% B Tests 50%
70%-79% C Assignments 15%
Below 70% F Quizzes 15%
Labs / Projects 5%
FINAL EXAM: There will be a cumulative final exam at the end of the first semester which will comprise 15% of the students total grade.
TESTS: A test will be given at the end of each chapter. Also, additional tests may be added at my discretion. Each test will be announced in advance. Any student absent the day of the review will be expected to take the test with the class on the scheduled day.
HOMEWORK: Homework is assigned daily. Students are expected to write each question, draw all pictures, show all work and correct their own mistakes. Regular attendance in this class is essential in order for each student to be successful. NO LATE HOMEWORK WILL BE ACCEPTED!
QUIZZES: There will be at least one quiz per chapter this semester. Most quizzes will be announced 24-48 hours before they occur. Pop quizzes are always a possibility.
LAB REPORTS: We will visit the computer lab several times this semester. You will be responsible for a lab report on each visit. These reports will always be due at the beginning of class the day after we are in the computer lab, unless you are told otherwise.
ATTENDANCE and MAKE UP WORK: Regular attendance in this class is essential in order for each student to be successful. In the event of an unexpected absence, it is the student’s responsibility to find out the work to be made up and to have it completed in a timely fashion. If the absence is due to a field trip or TAG, it is the student’s responsibility to get the assignment ahead of time and have it completed upon their return to class. If the student misses the day before a test, he/she is expected to take the test as scheduled. When only the day of a test is missed, the student must be prepared to take the test during the next class period he/she is present. Any other work missed due to extended absences can be made up by appointment.
RECOVERY:
FULTON COUNTY RECOVERY POLICY:
(High School version)
Provision for Improving Grades
1. Opportunities designed to allow students to recover from a low or failing cumulative grade will be allowed when all work required to date has been completed and the student has demonstrated a legitimate effort to meet all course requirements including attendance.
Students should contact the teacher concerning recovery opportunities. Teachers are expected to establish a reasonable time period for recovery work to be completed during the semester. All recovery work must be directly related to course objectives and must be completed ten school days prior to the end of the semester.
2. Teachers will determine when and how students with extenuating circumstances may improve their grades.
CHATTAHOOCHEE HIGH SCHOOL GUIDELINES FOR RECOVERY:
Recovery is available to students with a cumulative grade below 74% after a minimum of two (2) major grades. The maximum grade a student can earn for a recovery activity is 70%. There will be only one recovery opportunity per failed major assignment or test. The individual teacher will determine the means of recovery. THE STUDENT MUST INITIATE THE PROCESS WITHIN FIVE (5) DAYS OF NOTIFICATION OF A FAILING GRADE ON A MAJOR ASSIGNMENT/TEST.
CONDUCT: All students are expected to be on-time, prepared for class, respectful of others and involved in all class activities. Appropriate language is expected at all times. Be ready to start class when the bell rings. You will be marked tardy if you are not in your assigned seat when the bell rings. No food or drinks in class except bottled water.
PARENT CONNECT: Parent connect (http://chattahoocheepc.fultonschools.org/ ) is a software program available to allow parents to keep up with their student’s grades. Parents may check grade summaries and dates of upcoming tests. Please, remember that it may take several days to actually enter the grades into the system.
CHATTAHOOCHEE WEB PAGE: http://www.chattcougar.com/
Fall 2007 Syllabus bennettm@fultonschools.org
MR. LANE FLOYD
floydrl@fultonschools.org
TEXT: McDougal Littell Cost: $49.50 Website: www.mcdougallittell.com
OVERVIEW: Topics in first semester include Basics of Geometry, Reasoning and Proof, Perpendicular and Parallel Lines, Congruent Triangle, Properties of Triangles, and Polygons. Material is taken from chapters 1-6. This course covers objectives 1.1-1.12 of the GA objectives. Geometry will involve hands-on applications, technology-based exploration and the integration of algebra skills.
MATERIALS: Textbook, 3 ring binder with dividers, pencil, and paper. Optional: a
scientific calculator. Compasses and protractors will be used throughout the year. I will have some available for classroom use, but the students will need to have their own to complete homework when necessary.
GRADING POLICY: Grading Scale: FINAL GRADE DETERMINED BY…
90%-100% A Final Exam 15%
80%-89% B Tests 50%
70%-79% C Assignments 15%
Below 70% F Quizzes 15%
Labs / Projects 5%
FINAL EXAM: There will be a cumulative final exam at the end of the first semester which will comprise 15% of the students total grade.
TESTS: A test will be given at the end of each chapter. Also, additional tests may be added at my discretion. Each test will be announced in advance. Any student absent the day of the review will be expected to take the test with the class on the scheduled day.
HOMEWORK: Homework is assigned daily. Students are expected to write each question, draw all pictures, show all work and correct their own mistakes. Regular attendance in this class is essential in order for each student to be successful. NO LATE HOMEWORK WILL BE ACCEPTED!
QUIZZES: There will be at least one quiz per chapter this semester. Most quizzes will be announced 24-48 hours before they occur. Pop quizzes are always a possibility.
LAB REPORTS: We will visit the computer lab several times this semester. You will be responsible for a lab report on each visit. These reports will always be due at the beginning of class the day after we are in the computer lab, unless you are told otherwise.
ATTENDANCE and MAKE UP WORK: Regular attendance in this class is essential in order for each student to be successful. In the event of an unexpected absence, it is the student’s responsibility to find out the work to be made up and to have it completed in a timely fashion. If the absence is due to a field trip or TAG, it is the student’s responsibility to get the assignment ahead of time and have it completed upon their return to class. If the student misses the day before a test, he/she is expected to take the test as scheduled. When only the day of a test is missed, the student must be prepared to take the test during the next class period he/she is present. Any other work missed due to extended absences can be made up by appointment.
RECOVERY:
FULTON COUNTY RECOVERY POLICY:
(High School version)
Provision for Improving Grades
1. Opportunities designed to allow students to recover from a low or failing cumulative grade will be allowed when all work required to date has been completed and the student has demonstrated a legitimate effort to meet all course requirements including attendance.
Students should contact the teacher concerning recovery opportunities. Teachers are expected to establish a reasonable time period for recovery work to be completed during the semester. All recovery work must be directly related to course objectives and must be completed ten school days prior to the end of the semester.
2. Teachers will determine when and how students with extenuating circumstances may improve their grades.
CHATTAHOOCHEE HIGH SCHOOL GUIDELINES FOR RECOVERY:
Recovery is available to students with a cumulative grade below 74% after a minimum of two (2) major grades. The maximum grade a student can earn for a recovery activity is 70%. There will be only one recovery opportunity per failed major assignment or test. The individual teacher will determine the means of recovery. THE STUDENT MUST INITIATE THE PROCESS WITHIN FIVE (5) DAYS OF NOTIFICATION OF A FAILING GRADE ON A MAJOR ASSIGNMENT/TEST.
CONDUCT: All students are expected to be on-time, prepared for class, respectful of others and involved in all class activities. Appropriate language is expected at all times. Be ready to start class when the bell rings. You will be marked tardy if you are not in your assigned seat when the bell rings. No food or drinks in class except bottled water.
PARENT CONNECT: Parent connect (http://chattahoocheepc.fultonschools.org/ ) is a software program available to allow parents to keep up with their student’s grades. Parents may check grade summaries and dates of upcoming tests. Please, remember that it may take several days to actually enter the grades into the system.
CHATTAHOOCHEE WEB PAGE: http://www.chattcougar.com/
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