Ms. Beydoun’s AlgeBrA I Syllabus 2014-2015
Teacher: Ms. Beydoun
Room: A 215
Phone: (313) 827-1400
Email: beydoum2@dearbornschools.org
iblog Website: http://iblog.dearbornschools.org/beydounsiblog/
“Be the change that you wish to see in the world.” Mahatma Gandhi
Course Description:
 Algebra I provides a formal development of the algebraic skills and concepts
necessary for students to succeed in advanced courses. In particular, the
instructional program in this course provides for the use of algebraic skills in a
wide range of problem-solving situations. The concept of function is emphasized
throughout the course. Topics include: (1) operations with real numbers, (2) linear
equations and inequalities, (3) relations and functions, (4) polynomials, (5)
algebraic fractions, and (6) nonlinear equations.
Algebra I Semester 1 Unit Plan 2014-2015
1st Semester
Month(s)
September
October
November
Main Unit
Function Essentials
Story Problems (Equations &
Inequalities)
Linear Function Applications
Linear Function Applications
(Cont.)
Slot Unit
Translating Phrases to Algebraic
Expressions;
Solving Equations & Inequalities:
1-step,
2-step
Solving Equations & Inequalities:
Distributive Property, Combine
Like Terms
Solving Equations & Inequalities:
Linear Function Essentials
Linear Function Essentials (Cont.)
December
January
Variables on Both Sides & ,
Proportions (Means/Extremes)
Solving Equations & Inequalities:
Variables on Both Sides & ,
Proportions (Means/Extremes)
Systems of Equations
Exponent Properties
Algebra 1 Unit Plan is subject to change at any time.
Required Supplies:
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Three-ring binder and tabs (2-inch binder recommended)
Composition Notebook
TI N-spire CX
Graph Papers
Loose-leaf papers (papers out of a notebook will NOT be accepted!!!)
Pencils and erasers (No PENS!!!)
Pencil sharpener
Colored pencils/Highlighters
The Ninth Grade Academy will follow PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and
Support) to promote positive student behavior.
All freshmen will be given a daily planner. The planner is a tool to help you be
successful in 9th grade. Please have your planner available every day at the
beginning of each class period.
Classroom Expectations:
 Attendance is important for academic success. The high school attendance policy
will be adhered to conducive to learning by all students in the class.
 This classroom will adhere to the Three Tiers of Discipline Policy for behavior
issues.
 Consequences for unacceptable or inappropriate behavior will follow the three
tiers of discipline. Refer to focus card page in the daily planner. The
consequences may result in a verbal warning, parent contact, detention,
community services, or referral to administration. Examples of unacceptable
behavior: refer to Behavior Matrix in your planner.
It is the student’s responsibility to be present in class and on time. Any student
who is not in their assigned seat when the bell rings will be marked tardy. Any
student who moves to another seat without permission will lose 5 summative
participation points.
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***Being tardy to class will result in a 0 on the bellwork (SLOT) assignment for that
day***
Class participation is an essential component of a successful learning
environment. ASK QUESTIONS! I promise that at least one other person in the
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class has the same question. ANSWER QUESTIONS! You are to raise your hand
and wait to be called on. Your verbal input MUST RELATE TO WHAT IS
BEING DISCUSSED. Obnoxious behavior will have a behavior effect on your
class participation grade, despite positive input.
No passes are allowed during the class. No Exceptions!!
Learning to be organized will create success in studies, career, household, etc. To
help and assist you on becoming more organized, I highly suggest getting a 5
subject notebook/binder for all notes, practice problems, assignments, and
assessments done in my class.
Every day you are expected to bring paper, pencils, and a positive learning
attitude.
Course work will be hand written and also integrate technology, such as TI Nspire CX, PowerPoint, Promethean Board, and interactive websites.
Students should check the course website regularly for class news, resources, and
assignments.
Course work includes, but is not limited to: SLOT, participation, class work,
homework, puzzles, quizzes, projects, and tests.
It is the Fordson Way that we begin our class with SLOT. There will be a SLOT
quiz every Friday.
Practice exams will be given at least one week before the exam. Practice exams are
formative and are given to help you be successful on the exam. Please refer to the retake
policy.
Homework will be assigned daily and must be kept in an organized manner.
Whatever is not finished in class will need to be taken home. Homework will be
started in class and graded at the end of the hour. Whatever is not completed will
need to be finished at home.
All work must be shown on all assignments. Answers without supporting
calculations will not be accepted. This applies to all tests and quizzes as well.
When a substitute teacher is in the room, classroom rules are expected to be
followed.
Students are expected to conduct themselves honestly and with integrity in their
work. All forms of cheating and plagiarism are prohibited. Per district policy, if
caught cheating during anytime you will forfeit the possibility of becoming
valedictorian or salutatorian.
o Violators of this policy will be disciplined on a case by case basis and
disciplinary measures may include but are not limited to, redoing
assignment/test, receiving a failing grade for assignment/test, or receiving
a lower/failing grade in the class.
Students must use their assigned calculator. All calculators must be returned
before ANY student leaves the classroom. Calculators will not be provided
overnight.
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If you write on the TI N-spire CX calculator or change the settings of the
calculator, you will lose usage privileges for the week. IF you are a repeat
offender, you will lose calculator privileges for the semester.
If you damage the calculator in any way, you may be charged $200.00 to replace
the calculator.
Food and drinks (with screw on tops) will be permitted unless this creates a
distraction in the classroom (littering, spilling, messes, etc).
Grading Policy:
o Summative Assessment
(Tests and Quizzes)
o Formative Assessment
(Participation/Homework/Bell Work)
o Final Exam
60%
20%
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Standards-Based Assessment:
Based on standards for the State of Michigan (HSCEs), exams will
measure what you know and don’t know. Talking during tests is not
permitted and will receive severe consequences. Respect those that are
testing as they have done so for you. The final exam is cumulative and
required by ALL students. School grading policy will determine credit
for the class.
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Test Standards:
 You are responsible for making up a test. Tests WILL NOT be excused for any
reason.
 Make-Up work must be done within each card marking period it was assigned
in.
 If you miss a test or quiz, it will have to be taken before school on a
predetermined make-up day. This day will be retained for a testing atmosphere
and you will not be permitted to take a test during a normal class period or any
other time.
 Retakes will be permitted only after a tutoring session has been completed. A
tutoring schedule is posted in the classroom.
 You MAY NOT borrow or share a calculator during any test or quiz.
 During a test talking and cell phones are STRICTLY prohibited. Should you
choose to talk or have a cell phone out during a test or quiz, you will receive half
of your grade earned. Should this occur a second time, you will receive a 0%.
 If you are penalized for either of these rules, a retake will not be permitted.
Practice:
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Practice and familiarity is essential in mathematic success. Skills are learned and
improved through practice. You can accumulate “points” by practicing the
concepts prior to an exam. Math is a building subject and practicing the
fundamentals will build a solid foundation of mathematical concepts needed to
proceed. All practice and homework will be available in class and/or online at my
website (http://iblog.dearbornschools.org/beydounsiblog/).
After School Help:
 Tutoring for the Freshmen Academy will be offered before and after school.
Days/Times: TBD
Send me an e-mail and I will respond if the question is send daily before 9 P.M.
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Absences:
Fordson High School’s attendance policy:
 At 5 absences a letter will be sent home warning as a warning of absences
 At 10 absences a follow up letter will be sent home explaining that a student will
only receive reduced credit, unless the student scores higher than 78% on the final
exam.
 4 times being tardy is the equivalent of one absence.
 2 times being late more than 5 minutes is the equivalent of one absence.
 Being more than 15 minutes is equivalent of being absent.
 You are responsible for getting your missed work and notes during an absence.
Collect work from the absent work shelves. Copy notes from your classmates and
ASK FOR HELP.
Participation Quiz:
You begin the semester with 50 summative points upon receiving this sheet
signed by yourself and parent(s)/guardian(s). This is a participation quiz. Every time
you are caught sleeping, not paying attention, talking, being disruptive, not working on
the assigned task, not seating in your assigned seat, not having your supplies, and having
your hoodie/hat/earbuds on, you will lose 5 points (negative values can be given and
severely impact grades).
Electronic Devices Quiz:
You begin the semester with 50 summative points upon receiving this sheet
signed by yourself and parent(s)/guardian(s). This is an electronics quiz. Every time you
are caught using or have an electronic device (for example, iPod, cell phone, and gaming
device) you will lose 5 points (negative values can be given and severely impact grades).
Extra Credit (5 Summative Points):
Bring in a Kleenex box, a pack of pencils, and/or a pack of blank computer papers
[limit 1 per month]
A note to parents…As parents, we play an important role in the education of our
children. We can be sure our children will get the best education possible if we have them
in school every day, on time, rested and ready to learn. Please encourage your children to
their best, complete their homework and classwork, respect themselves, others, and the
educational process. If teachers and parents work together all our students will have a
successful school year!
PLEASE KEEP THE SYLLABUS IN THE FRONT OF YOUR PORTFOLIO. REFER TO
IT OFTEN SO YOU KNOW WHAT IS EXPECTED OF YOU AND WHAT YOU NEED
TO DO TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN CLASS.
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Dear Parent or Guardian,
I’m Ms. Beydoun. I am your son/daughter’s Algebra I teacher. I am extremely excited to begin
this school year. My goal is to help your son/daughter to be successful in Algebra I. It is
important that we all do our part to guarantee success in Algebra I.
Please review the Syllabus and the Expectations in your son/daughter’s planner. I reviewed the
course syllabus and PBIS with each student. A copy of the course syllabus may be found on my
website. I would appreciate you and your student reviewing the syllabus and planner together
then sign below to indicate that you have read and agree to comply with these policies. If you
have any further questions regarding the course or the district policies, please feel free to contact
me. My contact information is above. Please cut the bottom portion of this page and keep the top.
Thank you in advance for your concern and interest in your child’s education.
I have read and understand Ms. Beydoun’s Algebra I Syllabus
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Algebra II Summative Assessment Retake Form
*** Retakes are only allowed on chapter or unit exams.
*** Retakes must be completed within a week of the date of the original assessment,
barring unusual circumstances including but not limited to an extended absence or
suspension from school.
*** Retakes may be in a different format than the original assessment, but will cover
content similar to the original assessment.
*** Retakes are only allowed 1 time per assessment.
*** Retakes will only be given after submitting this form.
*** Retakes will only be allowed if ALL section notes are complete and approved by
the teacher prior to the retake date.
Student Name _________________________________
Today’s Date ____________
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Hour __________________
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Score of Original Assessment ____________________
Title of Original Assessment
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