GUILFORD HIGH SCHOOL
ALGEBRA 3 SYLLABUS
2014-2015
Course Title
Algebra 3
Teacher Contact Information
Ms. Dawn Nimmo (Room 226)
School: 815-654-4870
Email: dawn.nimmo@rps205.com
Cell: 815-282-8750
Course Description
Students in Algebra 3 expand their repertoire by working with rational and exponential expressions, as well as,
polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions. As students encounter more and more varied mathematical
expressions and functions, general principles they encountered in Algebra 2 remain relevant, unifying the
material in the course.
Course Topics
Semester 1~
Chapter 8-Quadratic Equations and Inequalities
Chapter 9-Inverse, Exponential, and Logarithmic Functions
Chapter 10-Conic Sections
Chapter 11-Sequences and Series
Required Materials
Intermediate Algebra, 8th Edition
Spiral Notebook
Folder
Pencil/pen
Scientific calculator
Graph paper
Suggested Materials (optional)
Graphing calculator
Ruler
Colored pencils
Highlighters
Major Assignments and Assessments (subject to change)
Formative Assessments (Quizzes) will be given weekly, usually on Friday.
District Diagnostic Assessment: early September
Unit 8 Assessment: approximately 9/22
Unit 9 Assessment: approximately 10/21
PLC Midterm Assessment: approximately 10/24
Unit 10 Assessment: approximately 11/19
Unit 11 Assessment: approximately 12/19
Semester 1 Final Exams: 01/06-01/08
Classroom Rules of Conduct
All school rules in the GHS Student Handbook apply at all times.
Be Respectful, Be Responsible, & Be Safe
Further classroom policies and procedures will be developed in class with students’ input during first week of
school.
Tardy Policy
All students must be in the classroom, seated at their desk, or on their way to their seat when the bell rings.
Students in the classroom, but not at their desks or not heading toward their desks will be marked tardy. In
other words, students who are socializing or roaming around the classroom past the ringing of the bell will be
marked tardy. Students that have not yet entered the classroom will also be marked tardy.
1st three tardies in any class = warning
4th tardy = Detention
5th tardy = ALE
6th tardy and beyond = Out of School Suspension
Use of Electronics
All unauthorized electronic devices (phones, ipods, etc..) are not allowed to be used during class time. Students
will not have earbuds or headphones in during class instruction or during exams. Refusal to follow this policy
will result in a referral.
Passes
Students are expected to be in class during class time!
You must have your ID and student planner to receive a written pass from the teacher to leave the room. No
more than one student may leave the classroom at a time. We need to keep the halls clear during class time.
Homework Policy
Practice work, including bell ringers, class assignments, home assignments, exit slips, and various class
activities constitute 20% of students’ quarter grade. Assignments must be turned in on time for credit.
Exceptions, due to special circumstances, may be made at the teacher’s discretion. Assignments must be turned
in on time for credit. Students who have an excused absence will be allowed an additional number of days
equivalent to the number of excused absences to turn in missed work.
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Formative Assessments Policy
Formative assessments including weekly quizzes, District Benchmark exams and various class activities
constitute 30% of students’ quarter grade. Assessments must be completed on time. Exceptions, due to special
circumstances, may be made at the teacher’s discretion. Assessments must be completed on time for full credit.
Students who have an excused absence will be allowed an additional number of days equivalent to the number
of excused absences to complete missed assessments.
Unit Assessments Policy
Unit assessments including Unit Tests and PLC Midterms constitute 50% of students’ quarter grade.
Assessments must be completed on time. Exceptions, due to special circumstances, may be made at the
teacher’s discretion. Assessments must be completed on time for full credit. Students who have an excused
absence will be allowed an additional number of days equivalent to the number of excused absences to
complete missed assessments.
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PARENT / STUDENT RECEIPT & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SYLLABUS
Course Title: Algebra 3
Please review this syllabus with your child and sign below. Return only this page to the teacher and keep the
syllabus for reference.
Student: I have read this syllabus and understand all of the information contained in it. I agree to abide by all of
the rules and expectations listed.
Student Signature ______________________________________ Date____________________
Printed Student Name_________________________________
Student e-mail to use for correspondence ____________________________________________
□ Student has computer access at home.
□ Student has internet access at home.
Parent/Guardian: I understand all of the information contained in this syllabus and I have reviewed it with my
child. My child has agreed to abide by all of the rules and expectations listed. Note: Any Accommodations/
Modifications for students will be implemented according to their IEP.
Parent Signature________________________________________ Date___________________
Printed Parent Name_________________________________
Parent’s e-mail to use for correspondence ____________________________________________
□ Parent has computer access at home.
□ Parent has internet access at home.
Comments or questions:
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