Instructor: Tiffany Truesdell
Assignments: Assignments will be posted weekly on the board. They may also be found on my website.
Email address: tiffanytruesdell@mooreschools.com
Course Description (Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry or concurrent enrollment)
This course is recommended for any student who wants or will need a broad algebra base for his/her vocation. It is designed to help students understand the structure of the real number system, with a more in-depth approach to problem solving. Appropriate technology is integrated into the curriculum. Completion of an Algebra II course is required for college entrance.
Textbook: Algebra II, McDougal, 2007
Course Objectives
The following will be emphasized:
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Function and relations
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Linear and quadratic equations and their graphs
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Polynomial functions and their graphs
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Factoring
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Rational and irrational numbers
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Complex numbers
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Exponential and logarithmic functions
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Conic sections
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Data analysis
Technology
Although technology has the power to enhance and support the course, technology does not drive the course.
Several scientific and/or graphing calculators are available for student use during the class period.
Extra Help
I am available most days before school. However because I coach I am not always available after school. I am also available during lunch. It would be best to contact me prior to coming in for help.
Department Grading Policy
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Each mathematics teacher will record grades numerically using a point system.
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Extra credit, when offered, must be directly tied to instructional objectives and the amount will not exceed 5% of the total semester points.
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Assignments to be completed at home serve to reinforce skills practiced in class and their timely completion is necessary for success on future objectives. For this reason, late assignments are not accepted. Makeup work for excused absences that meet the district attendance criteria will be considered full credit. Please refer to the school policy concerning homework due during an activity absence.
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The semester examination will count for 20% of the student’s semester grade. Only supplemental aides
(formulas and/or calculators) provided by the teacher will be allowed on the semester exam. To prepare the students for EOI testing, scientific and/or graphing calculators will be allowed on portions, if not all sections, of the semester test.
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Each mathematics teacher will provide his or her students with a written grading plan at the beginning of the year/semester. The plan will include the teacher’s method of recording grades, extra credit, late assignments, and semester evaluations.

Assignments and Assessments:
Most days students will have work assigned to them. They will be given time in class, so much so that on most days they should finish the work in class. If students have homework a due date will be given. Assessments will be given on a regular basis. Quizzes will be worth up to 50 points and tests worth up to 100 points. See course syllabus for information on the math department’s late policy and grading procedures.
Attendance:
Attendance is vital to success in all courses the student is in. Although students are allowed to make up work for absences they incur that will not replace being in the classroom and receiving the teaching first hand. Being on time is as important. We start class as soon as the bell rings. Tardiness will put the student behind for the day. See student handbook for the districts attendance policy.
Behavior:
The following are the expectations for my class:
1. Be respectful
2. Be honest
3. Be prompt .
4. Cell phones and other devices are allowed only with my permission.
*If it keeps you from learning or me from teaching, it’s unacceptable behavior.
Discipline (steps may be skipped if behavior warrants):
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Warning
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Warning with parent/guardian contact
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30 minute before or after school detention
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Office referral
Supplies:
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Pencil, work will not be accepted in pen
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Notebook paper (for binder/folder)
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Composition Book (200 pgs & preferably graph)
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Binder or 2-pocket brad folder
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1st hour: 5 red pens
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2nd hour: 5 pencils and a box of tissues
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4th hour: 1 package of notebook Paper
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5th hour: 2 dry erase marker

Technology :
We will be using calculators in our class. Students may not check them out to take home. It is beneficial for a student to purchase their own to use at school and at home. Here are the recommended (NOT REQUIRED) calculators:
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TI-30 XS Multiview (Highly Recommend) o Cost under $20 o This is a scientific calculator with no graphing capabilities o May use on the EOI, ACT and SAT o Perfect calculator for the person who does not want to enter into the math or science fields upon graduation
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TI 84 Plus or TI 84 Plus Silver Edition or TI 84 Plus Color (This is what will be used in class.) o Cost is between $90 and $120 o More functions than the TI-30XS o May use on ACT and SAT
Difference between TI 84 Plus and TI 84 Plus Silver Edition is memory. TI 84 Plus Silver Edition has almost five times as much memory.
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TI-nSpire o Cost is between $130-$150 o Microsoft Office like capabilities o More features than any other TI calculator