Algebra II
Course Plans and Requirements
Ms. Wiegel
New Berlin West High School
School Phone: 789 – 6461
Email: courtney.wiegel@nbexcellence.org
Text:
College Preparatory Math (CPM) Core Connections – Algebra 2
Course Outline
Chapter 1
Appendix A
Appendix B
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Investigations and Functions
Sequences
Exponential Functions
Transformation of Parent Graphs
Equivalent Forms
Solving and Intersections
Inverses and Logarithms
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
3-D Graphing and Logarithms
Trigonometric Functions
Polynomials
Randomizations and Normal Distributions
Series
Simulating, Sampling, Variability
Analytic Trigonometry
CLASS MATERIALS REQUIRED: Binder/notebook or loose leaf paper, graph paper, pencils, markers, red pen,
graphing calculator (preferable a TI-83+)
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Bring textbook, calculator, notebook, pencil, red pen and HOMEWORK to class EVERYDAY.
2. Homework will be assigned each day and is due the following day. Each assignment will be checked for
completion and work shown to teacher’s standards. Students will make their own corrections.
3. Homework/Progress checks will be given on a regular basis for the purpose of assessing student understanding
of the lessons.
4. Tests and quizzes will be announced ahead of time. Tests and quizzes will be collected after they have been
reviewed. Quizzes will be accessible to students to take and study from for tests. Tests will be stored in the
classroom. They can be used to studied from in the classroom.
5. All students must keep a notebook/binder that includes class notes, book notes, examples, and homework.
6. You must have your own calculator with you in class. Calculators cannot be shared during tests or quizzes.
GRADING SYSTEM:
Grades will be based on quizzes, tests, and progress checks. Your effort in the class is extremely important. “Math is
not a spectator sport.” Ask questions, participate in class, get extra help when needed, and stay on task.
HOMEWORK GRADING POLICY:
Homework will not count toward the achievement grade. Homework completion is a key to success in this class. It is
how you practice what you learn and will directly affect your quiz and test scores. When a student is not reaching
proficiency on assigned tasks or assessments, attendance will be required for ELO to improve understanding.
WORK MISSED DUE TO AN EXCUSED ABSENCE:
The student is responsible for finding out about work missed due to an absence.
1. If you are here the day the work is assigned, it is due the day you come back. For every day that you are
gone you get one day to make up the homework. You are responsible for getting your missing work to me.
I will not chase you down to get it.
2. If you miss a quiz or test, and it is announced when you were here, you will take it the day you come back.
3. When missing more than one day, talk to me to find out when work will be due.
TEST RETAKE POLICY:
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A student can retake a test regardless of what score was earned on the original test.
A student will receive the better score of the two attempts on the test.
All make-up work and retakes must be completed within three weeks of the original test being returned.
All criteria must be completed and turned in one day prior to the test retake.
No retakes will be allowed the last week of the grading period.
The student must:
1. Make corrections to the original test while in the classroom during ELO on a separate sheet of
paper and complete the test reflection worksheet. This must be done within one week of the
test being handed back.
2. Complete all homework problems from the chapter, if not completed previously, with correct
and quality work.
3. Do all “extra practice” problems assigned with correctness and quality. Check answers for
feedback.
4. Meet with me in the middle of the process to discuss progress and get questions
answered/explained and meet with me at the end to set a time for the retake.
The burden of proof is on the student to demonstrate that effort was put in to improve your understanding
and skills. If I don’t feel enough effort was put in to meet the criteria, more work may be assigned.
GRADING SCALE:
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93
90
87
83
80
77
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100
96
92
89
86
82
79
73 – 76
WEIGHTING OF GRADES
A+
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
60%
30%
10%
Tests
Quizzes
Progress Checks
SEMESTER GRADES
70 – 72
C45% 1st or 3rd Quarter average
67 – 69
D+
45% 2nd or 4th Quarter average
63 – 66
D
10% Final Exam
60 – 62
D59 and below F
**No extra credit will be given. I want you to focus your time learning the material taught in class.
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:
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Be in your seat when the bell rings. Tardies will be dealt with according to the school attendance policy.
Use only appropriate language
Listen when others are speaking
When given work time, use it to get work done
Electronic devices in the classroom are allowed at the teachers discretion
Each student is allowed 5 passes during each quarter to leave the room to go to the restroom, get a drink,
go to his/her locker, etc.
7. Remain in your seat until the bell rings.
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS RECAP
NAME:
HOUR:
Expectations:
1. Be in your seat on time with your supplies (including a pencil!)
2. Use only appropriate language.
3. Listen when others are speaking.
4. When given work time, use it to get work done.
5. Treat others the way you want to be treated!
6. Electronic devices are to be used appropriately!
7. Each student is allowed 5 passes during each quarter.
8. Remain in your seat until the bell rings. DO NOT line up at the door.
What you can expect:
1. A good education.
2. To be respected by others.
3. To get extra help with your math when you need it.
4. To be treated fairly like the unique person you are.
I understand the responsibilities I have and the expectations my teacher has for me. I understand
that if I do not live up to these expectations, and try my best, I will accept the consequences that are
described in the course plans and requirements handout.
Student name: (Print) _________________________________________________________
Student Signature_____________________________________________Date___________
Parent/Guardian name: (Print) ___________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature_______________________________________Date___________
Parent/Guardian phone numbers; day: (___)_______________ evening: (___)_______________
Parent/Guardian e-mail address: _________________________________________________
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are sad, but it’s the middle stuff
that counts.”
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20 Questions
Name: __________________________
1.
What is your favorite color?
2.
Do you have a Twitter account?
a. If so, what is your username?
3.
What is your favorite candy?
4.
What is your greatest phobia?
5.
Who is your role model?
6.
What is your favorite book/movie?
7.
What are your hobbies?
8.
What is your favorite genre of music?
a. Who is your favorite artist?
9.
How many siblings do you have?
a. What are their ages?
10.
What is your favorite food?
11.
What is your biggest pet peeve?
12.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
13.
What color is your toothbrush?
14.
What extracurricular activities are you in?
15.
What two television channels/shows do you watch most frequently?
16.
If you were an animal, what would you be?
17.
What is your favorite popsicle flavor?
18.
What is your favorite sports team?
19.
Do you have a cell phone?
a. If so, what kind?
20.
When is your birthday?