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Mr. Peterson
Room 120
Email: rpeterson@columbia.k12.pa.us
Course Description
This course focuses on algebraic properties and operations. Topics covered include; linear equations and
inequalities, systems of equations, graphing functions, polynomials, data analysis, focus on functions
and applying skills to real world problems. Graphing calculators will be used to develop and reinforce
algebraic concepts. This course prepares students to take the Keystone Algebra 1.
Texts:
Algebra 1:
Glencoe
Course Outline:
Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 3
Unit 4
Unit 5
Unit 6
Unit 7
Unit 8
Unit 9
Rational Numbers
Real Numbers
Linear Equations
Linear Inequalities
Relations & Functions
Sequences
Linear Functions and their Graphs
Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities
Data Analysis
Grading:
Grading Categories: Tests
Quizzes
Projects
Classwork/Homework
50%
25%
15%
10%
First:
Second:
Third:
Warning
Phone call home
Referral to the office for persistent misconduct (phone call home)
Major Infractions
1.
First:
Make-up Policy:
It is your responsibility to make up all required notes, homework, quizzes, assignments, projects and
test when you return to school after an absence. Arrangement for make-up work must be made within
the allowed school policy.
Retake procedures for Quizzes
The student needs to bring the Quiz that they would like to retake to an after school session. Where the
quiz will be reviewed and retaken. Quizzes must be made up BEFORE the Chapter Test is given.