Campo Verde High School 2015-2016
Algebra 1
Blake Keyser
Blake.keyser@gilbertschools.net
Room 210
Virtual Classroom: http://moodle2.gilbertschools.net/moodle/course/view.php?id=1797
NECESSARY MATERIALS
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Pencils
3 Ring Binder
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED MATERIALS
Graphing Calculator
SUPPLY WISH LIST
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Dry Erase Markers
Tissues
Hand Sanitizer
 Pencils
 Copy Paper
Graphing Calculator:
This year we will be teaching based on the Arizona College & Career Ready Standards (AZCCRS) that will
cover the use of a graphing calculator. While a graphing calculator is not required it is highly recommended
that students will have a calculator in the TI-83 or TI-84 family. My personal recommendation for a calculator
is the TI-84 Plus C. A graphing calculator is a great investment as this one calculator will serve the needs of
your student throughout high school and beyond. By having access to a graphing calculator at home students
will become more comfortable with its features and be able to better support their education. When purchasing
a graphing calculator please save the TI Points and submit them to their math teacher as we can use them to
help buy classroom supplies.
GRADING:
Grading Scale:
A
90% - 100%
B
80% - 89.9%
C
70% - 79.9%
D
60% - 69.9%
F
Below 60%
Grade Composition:
20% Semester Final Exam
55% Assessments
25% Assignments
Homework:
Homework is graded in 2 parts. The first part will be a home work warm up problem which will be worked at
the beginning of class and turned in. The second part is the handouts which will be collected at the end of each
unit for a total of 5 points each. Handouts will be checked and stamped at the beginning of each class the day
after being assigned. If a student doesn’t understand the problem they may write 2 sentences about the problem
to show they did not understand the question and will still receive full credit. All work must be shown to be
considered complete.
Absences:
If a student is absent, it is his/her responsibility to pick up any missing work and make up any missed test/quiz
in the absence time frame. Students will have one day to make-up work or tests for each day absent. (Review
days are excluded). All missing work can be obtained on the virtual classroom
Tutoring:
Tutoring will be offered during the 2nd half of lunch by various math teachers. Students may also receive
tutoring by appointment before and after school.
Extra Credit:
Extra credit will only be offered by the teacher at times where it naturally presents itself throughout the course.
Extra credit will only be given to enhance the learning process. Students should take advantage of any extra
credit opportunities as they arise in class. Students who do not do well on an assessment will not be allowed to
retake or make corrections for additional credit.
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Classroom Policies:
All school wide policies and procedures will be followed in our classroom including dress code, bullying, tardy,
food, and technology.
Tardy Policy:
A student is considered tardy if they are not in the classroom by the time the bell rings and headed toward their
assigned seat.
Consequences:
1st & 2nd tardy: verbal warning
3rd tardy parent contact
5th tardy: referral to Administration
Electronics:
Electronic should remain unseen and unheard unless given permission by the teacher.
Consequences:
1st offense verbal warning
2nd offense picked up in the office at the end of the school day
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS):
As members of the Coyote family, we pride ourselves on our dedication to Community, Values, Honor and
Scholarship. Students are expected to meet specific positive behavioral standards both in and out of the
classroom. These behaviors, such as being respectful and practicing academic honesty, are what make Campo
Verde such an amazing place to learn. During this school year, students will participate in a school-wide
initiative focused on the promotion and reinforcement of the expected standards of behavior
Successful Students:
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Are focused
Actively participate
Set obtainable goals
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Self-evaluate and adjust
Strive for constant improvement
Are respectful
I have read and am aware of the classroom expectations for Mr. Keyser’s Algebra 1 class. Please fill out
and return. This will be due as an assignment grade.
3 Things that make students successful:
2 Things about the homework policy:
1 Thing that was interesting to you:
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