Algebra 2-Trig Syllabus
2015-2016
Teacher: Mr. Butzier
E-mail: paulbutzier@hartlandschools.us
Room: 308
Phone: (810) 626-2319
Webpage: http://www.hartlandhighschool.us/subsites/Paul-Butzier/
Expectations:
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Be to class on time with your book, pencil, binder (or folder), and any homework that is due.
Participate: take notes, work with peers, practice assigned problems, and ask questions.
Be respectful of your classmates, teachers, and the materials used in class.
Take responsibility for your actions and the effort you put into this class.
Do your own work. If you choose to cheat, you and your counterpart will earn a zero for that
assignment, test, or quiz. In addition, you may receive a call home, detention, and/or referral.
Cell phones are to be used only when authorized and appropriate. They are NOT to serve as
calculators, as those will be provided during class.
Ask questions and seek help! If you have a question, chances are someone else has the same
one so ask!
Consequences:
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Verbal warning
Conference with teacher
Phone call or e-mail home
Detention
Referral to office
Severity Clause:
In severe circumstances where the disruptive behavior is dangerous to others, verbally abusive, or
extremely disruptive to the learning environment, etc., the lower levels of consequences will not
apply and the student will be sent directly to the principal without warning.
Class Goals:
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To develop a good understanding of algebra concepts relevant and applicable to everyday
situations
To develop your ability to think in an abstract manner
To develop an orderly method of problem-solving
To develop the ability to work with classmates.
To practice self-directed learning
To value doing quality work
To read and understand math text
To prepare for standardized testing, such as the SAT
Materials:
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Algebra 2 Book (Holt)
Pencils
Correcting Pens
3-Ring Binder
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Lined paper or printer paper
Graphing paper
Calculator
 Even though we will be doing a lot of math by hand and in our heads, it is highly
recommended that you own at least a scientific calculator, but preferably a graphing
calculator (the school uses TI-84). The graphing calculator is a little more expensive, but
it would be a good investment, as you’ll likely need one in college.
Policies:
AttendanceAttendance is very important!
If you are absent it is your responsibility to:
1) Turn in any work that was due the day you were absent (and please write “Absent” on the top)
2) Go to the website or ask a friend to find out what you missed and take any worksheets you need
3) Get the notes from another classmate or website
All assignments are listed on the posted calendar and available on my class webpage. If you are
absent, please visit the webpage to find PDF or Word documents of homework and the notes. If you
know you will be absent ahead of time, please let me know, and I will try to give you any available
materials ahead of time. For further concerns regarding attendance expectations, please see the
school handbook.
Hall PassesHall passes will be given to students at appropriate times throughout the hour. Hall passes will not be
given in the middle of a lesson unless there is an emergency.
HomeworkHomework is very rarely graded for accuracy, but it is my expectation that it is attempted daily. The
purpose of homework is to practice working through new concepts without penalty for incorrect
procedures and answers. Homework is a springboard for questions the next day. It is important that
you take this seriously by truly trying to do all the problems, checking your answers, and most
importantly ASK QUESTIONS about the problems. Homework will be assigned daily will be graded for
completion. You must:
 ATTEMPT all problems
 Show all work and follow directions
 Use PENCIL!
 Self-correct your homework with a colored marking pen
 Make your work legible and organized
Quiz RetakesALL homework must be COMPLETED in order to do a retake on a quiz. After completing the quiz
corrections sheet, you must attach the quiz and all homework leading up to that quiz. Quiz retakes
MUST be completed BEFORE the chapter test. The average score between the original quiz and
second quiz will be the final grade received.
Assessments:
Expect to receive concept quizzes each week. These will be short quizzes that cover only about three
to four sections. Tests will be over large units of material and are consistent throughout the school. All
quizzes and tests will be announced ahead of time, but are always subject to change.
Grades:
Summative Assessments (Tests): 50%
Formative Assessments (Quizzes, Homework, Classwork, etc): 30%
Semester Exam: 20%
At Hartland High School we are bringing more consistency and accuracy to the academic marks that
we provide for students. This year, teachers are engaging in a simple and easy to understand grading
and reporting scale (the 4-point scale), which is consistent with GPA scales and what colleges use.
How it Works:
In class, students will be graded on the following scale:
4.0 – A
3.7 – A3.3 – B+
3.0 – B
2.7 – B2.3 – C+
2.0 – C
1.7 – C1.3 – D+
1.0 – D
0.7 – D0.3 – E
0.0 – No Attempt
In MiSTAR, you will notice that all grades in the gradebook are represented by a number as shown
above. These numbers represent the grade that the student received on the assignment. If a student
received a B+ on a paper, the gradebook will show a 3.3 for the mark.
Class Help Options:
I am available for help most days before school and some after school. Due to staff meetings, my
current after school availability will primarily be Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:303:30. Please seek help if you need it! And remember, I am always available via e-mail. Good luck, and
let’s make this a great year!
Please cut and return the bottom to me by Friday, September 11th.
I have read and understand the expectations for myself/my student according to the syllabus.
Parent/Guardian Name
Student Name
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Parent/Guardian Signature
Student Signature
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Parent/Guardian E-Mail: _____________________________________________________________