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1Clintondale Community High School Mathematics Class Syllabus: Algebra1/Algebra 2/Geometry A. Taylor, Instructor Room 205

This syllabus is designed to help you organize yourself so you will be prepared for success. My expectations for each student are high, because I believe all students have greatness within them. This syllabus should help you and your parents become familiar with structural concerns in this class. It is also hopeful that parents take an active role in your success. My blog is: www.ATaylorsCorner.blogspot.com . Check it out! Class Overview Algebra 1 will concentrate on the following Big Ideas: 1. Rational Numbers 2. Expressions, Equations & Inequalities 3. Solving Linear Equations & Inequalities 4. Polynomials 5. Exponential Functions 6. Radicals

Algebra 2 will concentrate on the following Big Ideas: 1. Functions 2. Quadratics 3. Polynomials 4. Trigonometry 5. Sequences and Series

Geometry will concentrate on the following Big Ideas: 1. Polygons 2. 3. 4. 5.

Proportions Trigonometry Circles Equations

Materials For the class, students are encouraged to bring a ruler and a calculator. Paper and pencils are the responsibility of the student. The textbook is Algebra 1 (or Algebra 2 or Geometry): Integration, Application, Connections by Glencoe/McGraw-Hill. Rules The rules of the class are simple. The school and district rules will be enforced at all times. The consequences of violating these rules can range from a zero participation point for the day to expulsion. Each pass requires a security escort. This is non negotiable! Handle bathroom necessities between classes or at lunch. Instructional time is precious! Tests and quizzes are to be done in pencil (unless otherwise indicated) to receive full credit. Regular quizzes are unannounced. Homework is required to be done daily, because every Friday there is a homework quiz based on what was assigned during the week.

Show all work to receive partial credit. Rules maybe modified to ensure classroom management without notice. There will not be any conflict with district or local school rules, should any rules be added or deleted. Assessments Grades will be based on Tests, Notebook Checks, Quizzes, Class Participation/Special Projects & Homework. Tests will count 40%. Quizzes will count 35%. Special Projects/Class Participation & Notebook Check will count for 15%. Homework Quizzes will count 10%. Extra Credit will be available by the decision of the instructor.

There are a variety of assessments.

Grading Scale 100 - 90 = A

89 - 80 = B

79 - 70 = C

69 - 60 = D

59 - 0 = F

Classroom Maintenance: 1] Take out notebooks, homework, text, and pencil at the beginning of the class hour. 2] Be respectful of all members in the class. 3] Be responsible for your actions and your education. 4] Display proper classroom behavior.

Most importantly remember- through hard work and consistent believe in your personal greatness- you can succeed in this class!