John H. Reagan High School
413 E. 13th Street
Houston, TX 77008
713-861-5694
http://www.houstonisd.org/reaganhigh
Algebra II Course Syllabus 2015-2016
Instructor: Mrs. Moctezuma
Email: vgalleg1@houstonisd.org
Tutorials: 7:35 – 8:30am Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
Afternoons by appointment
Conference: Second Period (9:40 – 10:35)
Course Overview
Algebra II promotes the understanding of both linear and non-linear functional concepts, as well
as the relationship between text, equations, graphs and tables through mathematical modeling of realistic
situations. Students are motivated to discuss mathematical functions and strengthen their conceptual
foundations and understand mathematical relevance in everyday life. The class will include a review of
the concepts learned in Algebra I, Geometry, and the SAT. Students who master Algebra II will gain
experience with algebraic solutions of problems in various content areas, including the quadratic, absolute
value, square root, cubic, logarithmic and exponential functions, as well as an understanding of complex
numbers.
Classroom Expectations
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Arrive promptly and prepared
Actively participate
Be respectful
Follow HISD and Reagan HS rules and policies
Complete all assignments on time
Required Texts/Materials
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Pearson, e-book accessible through digital resources in the HUB
TI-84 will be supplied in class
College rule composition notebook
Graphing paper
Pencils (NO PENS)
Course Outline
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Algebra I Review
Families of Functions
Linear Regression
Absolute Value Functions
Matrices
Systems
Quadratic Functions
Square Root Functions
Polynomial Functions
Complex Numbers
Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Inverse Variation
Rational Functions
Homework
 Math homework will be due on Mondays or Wednesdays
Grading
Major Grades: Test, Quizzes, Projects: 60%
Minor Grades: Daily work, participation, homework, notebook, etc. 40%
Semester Grade: Cycle One 25%, Cycle Two 25%, Cycle Three 25%, Final Exam 25%
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90 or above
B
80 to 89
C
75 to 79
D
70 to 74
F
69 or below