Algebra 1 Classroom Syllabus
by Lisa Robinson
August 27, 2007
Carrollton High School
Course Syllabus
Algebra I
Teacher: Mrs. Robinson
Room: 28
Email: lmrt@c-hawks.net
District website: www.c-hawks.net
Phone: 942-6913 high school
Available: 10:40 – 11:24 (4th Period)
Textbook website: www.classzone.com (Excellent site for extra help!)
Chapter Description
1 Expressions, Equations, and Functions
2 Properties of Real Numbers
3 Solving Linear Equations
4 Graphing Linear Equations and Functions
5 Writing Linear Equations
6 Solving and Graphing Linear Inequalities
7 Systems of Equations and Inequalities
8 Exponents and Exponential Functions
9 Polynomials and Factoring
10 Quadratic Equations and Functions
12 Rational Equations and Functions
Course Materials:
Textbook: McDougal Littell (2008). Algebra 1
Students need to bring a pen, pencil, and math notebook everyday. Loose-leaf paper is recommended for daily assignments. A binder will be needed for the end-of-the-year portfolio. A calculator is required.
Grading Scale:
92 – 100 A
85 – 91 B
76 – 84 C
65 – 75 D
Below 65 F
Quizzes & Tests:
Weekly or every two weeks quizzes will be given covering a few
sections of material. These quizzes will be graded and filed in the
students’ classroom files for future reference as study guides for
chapter tests. Cumulative chapter tests will be given at the end of
most chapters. Students will use previous quizzes, notes, homework,
and book to use as study guides for these tests.
Bellwork:
On entering the classroom, students will have 3 minutes after
the bell to complete 3 problems from the overhead. These problems
are similar or the same problems from previous homework
assignments. This keeps the students engaged in learning from the
minute they enter the classroom. This also is a daily check for
comprehension of previous lessons. Only 2 of the 3 problems are
used for a grade. This gives students a chance to make one mistake
or not finish a problem in time and still get full credit if 2 of
the 3 problems are answered correctly. All students have a daily
opportunity for 1 bonus point if all three problems are answered
correctly.
Homework:
Students should expect daily homework from this class. Homework
assignments are given orally and written in a specific area on the
whiteboard for each class. REGULAR ATTENDANCE is an essential part
to student academic success. If a student is absent from class they
need to pick up an absentee form that shows the assignment in which
they missed, and the assignment that needs to be turned in for that
day. All students who miss class due to Field Trips need to get
their assignment from me the day before or the day of the Field
Trip. Students do not get extra days to make up work because of
being absent due to a Field Trip. Credit will be given for late
assignments as long as they are turned in within one school day of
the date the assignment was due. Otherwise, late work will result
in no credit. Two late assignments per quarter are allowed for full
credit. More than two late assignments per quarter will result in
50% credit and parent notification.
Class Participation:
All students are expected to participate in class. Class
participation includes doing calculations, answering questions,
asking questions, taking notes, doing bellwork, working in groups,
etc. The more a student participates, the more he/she will benefit
from this class.
Classroom Procedures:
1. Students will perform Bellwork immediately after entering
the classroom.
2. Students will request permission from the teacher, unless an
emergency, to leave the classroom and will fill out a hall pass
from their agenda book to be signed by the teacher. If the student
does not have their agenda book and still needs to leave the room
they will have to serve a lunch detention for not having all
materials for class.
3. Students will remain seated at their desks during class unless
given permission to do otherwise.
4. Students will show RESPECT to ALL people in the classroom.
Consequences:
*First Offense:
Verbal warning with student’s offense
noted
*Second Offense: Conference with and/or
call to parents
*Third Offense: Detention
from teacher or student will be referred to the principal
**Any offense may result in a referral to the principal if the teacher or supervising adult feels needed.
**Cheating policy is in accordance with the CHS Student Handbook.
The only drink permitted in the classroom is bottled water that has been purchased at school. Food and gum is not permitted.
Have a great school year!
Please sign and return by Friday, August 20, 2007 for 10 homework points.
I have read and understand the classroom syllabus for Algebra 1.
Parent/Guardian signature: ________________________________________
Student signature: ________________________________________
