Algebra 1A– Mr. Pugh
Mrs. Trubiano
Somerville High School
2015 – 2016
Room 116
School Phone: 218-4108
Email: jpugh@somervilleschools.org , ttrubiano@somervilleschools.org
TEXT AND SUPPLIES
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Algebra I Text
Three-ring binder or a notebook and folder only for algebra 1.
GRADING
Tests
Quizzes
Homework/Classwork
45% of your final grade
45% of your final grade
10% of your final grade
**Other Projects will be graded as I deem necessary
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If you have a question or concern about your grade, you must make an
appointment with me after class, during lunch, or before or after school.
DO NOT ASK ME ABOUT YOUR GRADE DURING CLASS TIME.
ASSIGNMENTS
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All assignments are due at the beginning of the period.
Work must be completed, done in pencil, and have work clearly shown to
receive full credit.
Heading of each assignment MUST contain the following: Name, Date,
Assignment page and numbers.
If you have further questions or concerns, make an appointment to see me
before or after school or send an e-mail and I will return it as soon as
possible.
ABSENCES
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Students who are absent have until the end of the quarter to complete
homework assignments missed due to absence. If the work is not
complete and shown to me then you will receive a 0 on the assignment.
PLAGIARISM / ACADEMIC DISHONESTY POLICY:
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Plagiarism and academic dishonesty are serious offenses. The academic
work of a student is expected to be his/her own effort. Students must give
the author(s) credit for any source material used. Students who commit
any act of academic dishonesty will receive a failing grade in that portion
of the course work. Acts of academic dishonesty will be reported to the
administration.
EXPECTATIONS AND RULES
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I have very high expectations for this class. If you perform to the best of
your ability, you will succeed. I look forward to helping you in any way
during the school year and will be available if you need extra help. The
following are specific rules of the classroom:
o Be present and on time.
o Be prepared with materials and assignments.
o Give your best each and every day.
o Respect your fellow classmates and yourself.
o Ask questions and participate!
 Routines
o Arrive at class before the bell with all materials needed for class.
o Students are encouraged to work together on assignments but
should acknowledge those with whom they work.
o If you are working together, please be sure to share methods and
ideas, not just answers.
o If you must leave the room, you are to receive a hall pass from the
teacher. One student may be out of the room at a time.
o Raise your hand if you wish to participate.
o Feel free at any time to raise your hand if you have a question or
believe that you see an error in our work.
o Be attentive.
o If a student misses a test, they will be given the amount of days
days missed plus one with which to make it up.
o Cheating is not tolerated. If a student is caught cheating, they will
receive a zero for the assignment.
o Students are held accountable for the rules in the student
handbook.
DISCIPLINE POLICY FOR RULE VIOLATION
1st Offense: Verbal warning
2nd Offense: Teacher/student conference
3rd Offense: Phone call home
4th Offense: Detention before school, after school, or during lunch
5th Offense: Referral
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Please return to Mr. Pugh by _____________________________.
I have read and understand the guidelines and procedures for Mr. Pugh and
Mrs. Trubiano ‘s Algebra 1A class and have shared them with my parents.
Student’s name: ____________________________________ Period: _____________
Student’s signature: _____________________________________________________
Parent’s signature: _______________________________________________________
Thank you! I look forward to working with you and your child this year! Please feel free
to contact me at any time.