Name______________________________________ #_______
Ms. Henrietta Rich Room: 127
Email: richh@bcsdschools.net
School Phone No. / 843-567-8110
Planning: 4th (2:15 – 3:45PM)
Algebra 1, CP Syllabus
Edition 2012
Textbook Pearson Algebra 1, Common Core
Online Textbook www.pearsonsuccessnet.com
Credit 1 unit
You are allowed 10 absences (excused or unexcused) for credit.
Course Description Algebra 1 is the fundamental math course that lays the foundation for future math
courses. Throughout the year, the focus of the class will be on “connecting the ideas” from this math
class and previous math classes taken not mere memorization of concepts. A strong emphasis will be
placed on logical thinking and problem solving abilities. A graphing calculator will be used to explore
various concepts. Topics in this course will cover the South Carolina Algebra I common core standards
including patterns, relations, functions; representing mathematical situations and structures, using
algebraic symbols and matrices; and understanding quantitative relationships. State law requires that
students take the end-of-course exam, which will count 20% of their final grade.
Tardies & Attendance You are expected to be on time every day which means in your desk ready to
begin when the late bell rings. If you are not in your seat, then you are tardy. Please review the school
wide tardy policy, included in this syllabus.
Supplies Required:
1. 3 or 5-Subject Composition Notebook (for notes only)
2. 3-prong folder or 1-in. binder (for homework, class work, warm-ups, and handouts)
3. Paper (loose-leaf and graph)
4. Pencils and Erasers
5. Red Pens (for corrections – NO SHARPIES OR MARKERS)
6. Straight edge/Ruler
7. Graphing Calculator: TI-84
(optional) Note: You can use a 1.5 or 2 in. notebook with five sections: Notes, Projects & Handouts, HW,
CW/WU, and Voc. This notebook should be dedicated to MATH ONLY.
Grading Policy: A = 100-93 B = 92-85 C = 84-77 D = 76-70 F = 69-0
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Quiz
Test
Classwork
Homework
30%
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20%
10%
• All assignments must be done in pencil.
• Parents and students can use the Power School Webpage Link to view grades:
http://powerschool.bcsdschools.net.
Tutoring: Help is available on: Daily during lunch. Help is also available Monday, Tuesdays and Thursday
after school from 3:45 – 5:00PM, Room 127 or Math Lab, Room B99
Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices may be used according to the BCSD electronic device policy.
Class Rules
1. Be prompt
2. Be prepared
3. Be positive
4. Be productive
5. Be polite
Expectations
1. Be respectful to your teacher and classmates.
2. Be quiet during the announcements.
3. FOOD OR DRINK should be eaten prior to coming to class.
4. Come to class ready to work and learn every day.
5. Participate, sit up, and be on task at all times.
6. Remain in your seat. Raise your hand to ask or answer a question or to get out of your seat.
7. Take notes daily during lesson instruction. The rule for note taking: If I write it down, it is important!!!
8. Work with your pair-share partner or in a group.
9. Be organized. Do not stuff papers in your book bag or textbook.
10. Study for all quizzes and tests. Make flash cards, review notes, and do extra practice problems to
make sure you know each concept.
11. Always do your best (read, try, think, discuss the math, correct mistakes, and ask questions).
iPad Rules
1. Use only the iPad that you were assigned to.
2. Carry the iPad with two hands to your seat and lay it flat on your desk.
3. Always sit down when using the iPad.
4. Double click the home button and close all applications before using the iPad.
5. Turn the iPad’s screen off and place it face down on your desk when the teacher is talking.
6. Be gentle when tapping the screen.
7. Change settings only when told to do so.
8. Use only the apps or websites that the teacher asks you to use.
9. Let your teacher know when the battery is less than 20% or if there is a problem with the iPad.
10. Be responsible for the iPad checked out to you.
Daily Procedures:
1. Sharpen pencil before the tardy bell.
2. Read the daily agenda on the board and take out your supplies. Place your composition book (or
binder) under your desk until it is time to take notes.
3. Begin working on your warm-up/bell ringer activity as soon as the bell rings each day.
4. Place your closed book bag on the floor in front of your desk so that the aisle will be clear for others
to walk freely.
5. Check your homework with a red pen.
6.. Return all borrowed materials to the teacher.
7. Pick up all books, paper, trash, etc.
Consequences
1. Verbal Warning
2. Conference between teacher and student
3. Parent Contact #1
4. Parent Contact #2
5. Referral to the office (Serious infractions are immediately referred to administration.)
Homework:
In mathematics in order to learn the skills, you must PRACTICE the skills. Homework is assigned daily.
Always write your name, date, period, page number, and problem numbers at the top of the page. You
must attempt every problem for total credit. Use your notes and textbook examples to help you with
your problems. Show work like the examples to receive full credit.
Please write your problems down. This which makes it easier to read, grade, and to make corrections.
Underline, circle, or box your final answer. Homework will often be checked for Accuracy and
completeness. Late homework will be accepted with 10% deduction for each day that it is late.
Class Work:
You will practice concepts by completing assigned problems on the board, from the textbook, or on a
worksheet. It is important that you are studying and doing your homework so that you will be able to
complete your class assignments. Some assignments will be done with a partner or in a group.
Assessments: (Quizzes, Tests, and Exams )
Expect weekly quizzes, about 2 – 3 per chapter. Quizzes are expected to be complete in 20-25 minutes.
Expect tests every two weeks. They are given at the middle or end of a chapter. Tests are expected to be
complete in one class period.
A cumulative benchmark test will be given at the end of Quarters 1, 2, and 3. Benchmark #2 will be the
midterm exam given at the end of semester one (or S1) and it will count for 10% of the S1 grade. The
EOC test taken in May is the final exam and it will count for 20% of your final grade. Projects Throughout
the year there will be projects, some of which will require a computer. There are computers in the
computer labs and the library, which are available during study periods and before and after school, if
one is not available at home. Make-Up Work When you are absent, you have five school days to make
up any work. It is your responsibility to find out what you missed. If you miss a homework assignment, a
test, a quiz, project or a significant class work assignment for any reason, you are expected to make it
up. Generally, you will be given up to one week from the day you return to make up that assignment.
For example, if you are out of school on Monday and return on Tuesday, you have until the following
Tuesday to make up your work. Incomplete work will count as a 0. Quizzes and tests may be made up,
before school, after school or during study periods. If you are absent the day before a scheduled quiz or
test and no new material is covered, you will take the quiz or test with the class as scheduled. If you are
absent the day of a quiz or test, you will take the quiz or test when you return. If you are absent more
than one day before the quiz or test, you will have the five make up days to make up the quiz or test.
Participating on a field trip does not give you extra time to make up work. Academic Dishonesty
Academic dishonesty (cheating) is a serious problem and occurs whenever submitted work is not
uniquely your own. Examples of academic dishonesty can range from (but are not limited to): • Copying
someone’s homework • Texting answers to a test • Storing information on your graphing calculators •
Discussing answers to a test with someone who hasn’t taken the test yet • Purchasing an assignment or
having someone else complete your assignment • Looking at someone else’s paper All assignments and
assessments that you do for this class are expected to be your own original work. When students turn in
work that does not match one of the items listed above, academic dishonesty (cheating) has occurred.
Anyone caught cheating on homework, quizzes, tests, exams, class work, or projects will be given an
automatic zero, which cannot be replaced, and the parent will be contacted. What can you expect from
Mrs. Miles? • A clear lesson and assignment • As much personal attention as I can give during the class
time and tutorial time • To be available for help • Respect and trust Algebra 1, CP Syllabus Page 4 Thank
you for reading the syllabus! Please complete this page and return by Wednesday, August 21, 2013. This
will be the student’s first homework grade. Please use blue or black ink only. To be completed by the
parent or guardian I have read and reviewed with my child the information regarding Algebra 1, CP
rules, expectations, and content. Parent Name (Please Print): X Parent Signature Date Home Phone Cell
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