Apponequet Regional High School

Math Department
Algebra I
Course Orientation 2014201!
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Course Description
This course is required by the state frameworks and is a prerequisite for Geometry and Algebra II. Topics
include real numbers, linear equations, inequalities, functions, systems of equations, exponents, polynomials
and quadratics. The variety of instructional strategies including group work, technology, varied questions and
assessments! attempts to address various learning styles, engage students in learning through exploration,
written and oral communication and modeling. As per the guidance of state and national standards,
geometry, data analysis, probability, and statistics are strands throughout the curriculum.
Mission Statement
Apponequet "egional #igh $chool provides a diverse learning environment that encourages academic, creative, social,
and athletic development in an atmosphere of mutual respect and courtesy. In partnership with students, parents, and
our communities, we are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and academically stimulating environment that
strives to inspire students to become life%long learners, as well as conscientious, productive, and responsible members
of society.
ARHS Achie1ement2 Rigor2 Honor2 Success in all en)ea1ors
Aca)emic (-pectations
&ur students will$
'. read critically for a variety of purposes(
). write effectively for a variety of purposes and audiences(
*. speak appropriately with courtesy and clarity(
+. listen actively(
,. employ appropriate problem solving strategies(
-. utili.e a variety of technologies effectively.
Social an) Ci1ic (-pectations
&ur students will/
'. be punctual and attend school regularly(
). behave appropriately in academic, athletic and civic environments(
*. treat all members of the school community and society with respect, tolerance, and
acceptance(
+. recogni.e their responsibilities as participants in a democratic society.
Math Dept%3ocus 4earning (-pectation$ 0mploy appropriate problem solving strategies
"e-tboo, Algebra I( 1rentice%#all( )223.
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Calculator 7inimum of a good scientific calculator is required available for under 4'2!( TI%8*9s will be available for class work.
It is imperative that you understand that 0ou are responsible for providing your basic calculator and, except in the case
of advanced operations for which the graphing calculator are required and will be provided, or as allowed as an
accommodation in an 0d. 1lan, calculators will not be furnished for basic class work or tests and qui..es. $tudents should
also be aware that calculator use will not be allowed in every class work, qui., or test situation. There will be a limited
number of times when students will be expected to perform basic calculations without the crutch of a calculator and this
is actually required during one day of the math 7:A$.
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Class 8reparation $tudents should always be conscious of why they are here, and therefore be fully prepared for
the educational process by bringing with them to class the following items/
% the textbook covered, please!
- a notebook provided!
- a writing utensil preferably pencil!
- an eraser either on the pencil or loose!
- the appropriate calculator
$tudents will be expected to retain the following, either in their notebook or classroom folder/ a copy of the course
orientation, completed homework and class assignments checked and with the necessary corrections!, returned corrected
tests and qui..es, and any handouts or worksheets distributed during class, as well as class notes and any examples from
the text, board, and class work.
Aca)emic (-pectations In order to achieve success in one9s education, the student must be an active participant and foster within
themselves a natural curiosity and desire to learn. ;evels of <success= may differ slightly depending on natural abilities of
the student within a sub>ect area but there must always be a high level of effort and commitment. Along with the teacher,
the school administration, and the parents, the student must share in the responsibility for their education. As adults,
we are all ready to claim credit and praise for our successes, but we must learn to accept responsibility and sometimes
consequences! for our shortcomings or failures
Home/or, :ompletion of homework and correctness of answers are taken into account for grading purposes. Though homework
does not count as much as tests or qui..es in the percentage of your grade, do not take this lightly. It is important to look
at homework as practice. #omework done with little or no thought, sloppy or incomplete homework, or homework in which
most of the answers are incorrect because it was done <>ust to get it done= will not only affect the homework?class work
part of your grade, but will become obvious as a lack of practice and preparation affecting your test and qui. grades.
Attitu)e an) 8articipation @ou should be positive and make an effort in class, you must be present in class, and not >ust physically,
and there are many ways in which you can participate in class. $tudents are expected to actively listen and take good notes
in notebooks which will be provided for them and kept in class. These will be available to be signed out to study for qui..es
or tests, and to review for homework, when necessary. Thorough, accurate note taking will be stressed as a study tool.
9ra)ing S0stem Grade for each quarter will be based on the following percentage system/
% Tests *,6
% Aui..es, incl. Botebook Aui..es and Botebook :hecks +,6
% #omework?:lass work )26
Aui..es will be announced ahead of time and will be on smaller units such as sections of chapters or individual concepts.
Tests will be on larger units such as chapters( some cumulative tests will be given encompassing multiple chapters, including
a mid%year exam to be included in the test average for that quarter. :lass work grade will include unannounced notebook
checks, and qui. average will include notebook qui..es based on corrected homework and class work to help assure that this
work is completed. A final exam will be administered in Cune which will focus on topics covered since the mid%year, but will
include some topics covered in the first half of the year. A comprehensive study guide will be distributed and reviewed prior
to the mid%year and the final exam.
The final grade for the course will be based on the following scale/
% 526 Average of the + quarter grades
% '26 Dinal 0xam Grade
Ma,eup .or, If you are absent from class for any reason, it is 0our responsibilit0 to make up any work missed as a result of that
absence. Dor each day that you are absent, you are allowed one day, plus one extra day, to complete that missing work
per $tudent #andbook!. Any work not made up in this timely fashion becomes a .ero to be averaged into the appropriate
category of work. #o ma,e ups will be offered for truancy or class cuts. Incompletes at the end of the quarter have a two
week deadline for make%ups. If you are absent the day before a pre%announced test or qui. which includes no new material
from the day you were out, you will take it as scheduled( you should be prepared.
Classroom Rules Dollow rules in handbook as well as those on the sheet given in class.
(-tra Help I will be available to the students for extra help on 7ondays after school. &ther days can often be arranged by
appointment. $tudents are encouraged to see me early before potential difficulties get worse.