ALGEBRA 1 Syllabus

Algebra 1
Ms. Rhoades
Miranda.Rhoades@tuhsd.org
Tutoring:
 Monday 2:05pm – 3:00pm
Thursday 6:45am – 7:20am
Course Description
The purpose of this course is to develop students’
ability to solve real world problem using a variety of
mathematical strategies.
Content Objectives
Semester 1:
Numbers and Quantities
Expressions
Interpreting Functions
Liner Functions
Semester 2
Quadratic Functions
Exponential Functions
Statistics
Daily Required Supplies
A separate 1 inch 3 ring binder just for this class. We
will have binder checks.
Pencils
Pens
Erasers
Loose leaf paper
A dry erase marker for personal use
Beginning of the Year Supplies
Every student:
4 pack of AAA batteries
Donations appreciated:
White board markers
Pencils
Highlighters
Paper
More batteries!
Grading Policy
100 - 90% = A 89 - 80% = B 79 - 70% = C
69 – 60% = D < 60% = F (Failing)

Each semester, grades will be broken down as follows:

Summative Assessments (Tests) = 50%
Formative Assessments (Quizzes) = 25%
Assignments = 10%
EOCA (Final) = 15%
 
These percentages are subject to change as per the district’s
policy.
Tutoring
If you have questions ask! Do not wait to get help!
My tutoring
Math Homework Center
Saturday Tutoring
Retakes
Classroom rules
1. Do not pack up early. I will give you a 2 minute warning to pack up, but
please remain seated.
2. Do not line up at the door at the end of class. I understand you need to get
to your next class, but I will do my best to make sure we get out on time.
3. Keep your phone put away. Your parent/guardian should call the school to
reach you in the event of an emergency.
4. Be in your assigned seat when the bell rings, and begin any work the
directions on the board state to complete.
5. Respect yourself, others, their ideas, space, and property. Everyone should
feel comfortable and welcome in this classroom. We are not here to judge
anyone.

All school policies and procedures will be enforced in our classroom as well.
Please review the student handbook for more details.
No – No’s…

Cell phones and other electronic devices should

not be audible or visible during class.
(No headphones on!)
No Hats on in class!
No Gum!
No Food or Drinks! (Water OK!)
 Thirsty? Hungry?
Then Plan Ahead!
 You may bring and drink only water during class.

 No other food or drink will be allowed in

classrooms.

DO NOT visit the vending machines while out with a

restroom pass.
DRESS CODE:

If you could wear it here,

or here,
then don’t wear it here.
Classroom Procedures
1. Read the board and follow the instructions upon entering the classroom.
2. Immediately begin the warm up silently and on your own unless I or the
directions state to work with others. Turn in your warm up and
homework when you’re done.
3. Pick up after yourself before leaving.
4. If you were absent, take a copy of any note sheet or assignment you
missed from the appropriate crate in the back.
5. If you need to use the restroom or would like a drink of water, please ask.
If you’re allowed to go, sign out before leaving and take the hall pass with
you. Please note that trips to the restroom or water fountain are not
permitted during the first and last 10 minutes of class. You are
responsible for any information you miss while you are out of the
classroom.
Restroom Passes
No Passes during 1st and Last 10 min
of class or during ANY notetaking times.

4th hour only - no restroom passes

during B Lunch

If you are not in class, you are not learning!

Classroom Expectations
1. Put forth your best efforts at all times.
2. Be prepared for class each day by bringing all
necessary materials.
3. Be mentally and physically present every day.
4. Follow directions when given. Ask a question if you’re
confused. It is much better to address the confusion
early than to be off task while everyone else is working.
5. Pay attention, participate, and ask questions. Be in
control of your learning!
6. Take responsibility for your actions.
SWEEP POLICY: STARTS MONDAY

If you are tardy to ANY class, then you

will be SWEPT into OCR for the
remainder of that class.

Please wear your campus ID near your

upper torso.
Make-up/Late Work
Students will have the same number of days as their
absences to make up missed work. Daily participation
points and in-class group activities cannot be made up.
Missed work resulting from a pre-approved school
function will be due the day you return to school to
receive full credit. All late work must be turned in before
the unit test for partial credit. For example, all unit 1
assignments must be turned in before the unit 1 test.
Cheating
Students will receive a copy of the cheating policy which
will include actions that are considered cheating, their
severity, and consequences for each instance of cheating.
Both students and their parent or guardian will need to
acknowledge having received this information and agree
to the terms.
Calculators
Students will have access to graphing calculators while
in class. They must have their ID to use one during the
period. These calculators may never leave the classroom
Sign your Syllabus
Please review your syllabus with your
parents/guardians
Sign and return no later than 8/12
A little bit about you
1. Full name
2. Preferred name
3. Grade goal (A, B, or C?)
4. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
5. Something interesting about yourself
A little bit about me
1. Miranda Rhoades
2. Ms. Rhoades or Ms. R
3. I always aim for A’s 
4. East Coast living!
5. I was born in one of the coldest places in the country.