Algebra 1
Eighth grade
Abigail Hollenbeck
Basic Information
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About me
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Ahollenbeck@methacton.org
Materials
Textbook
 www.algebra1.com
 CD5A4C1CA4
Class Routine
Course Outline
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Chapter 1: The Language and Tools of
Algebra
Chapter 2: Solving Linear Equations
Chapter 3: Functions and Patterns
Chapter 4: Analyzing Linear Equations
Chapter 5: Solving Systems of Linear
Equations
Chapter 6: Solving Linear Inequalities
Course Outline
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Statistics and Probability
Chapter 7: Polynomials
Chapter 8: Factoring
Chapter 10: Radical Expressions and
Triangles
Chapter 11: Rational Expressions and
Equations
Grading
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Participation points (50 points)
 homework completion checks, no partial credit will be awarded
 homework checks are not accepted late
 active participation, acceptable behavior, and preparation are part of
the participation grade
quizzes and tests
 all tests and quizzes are announced
 a midterm and final are given in this course
class work and warm-ups
notebook checks
 a notebook check at the end of the marking period
Behavior
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Respect us by being on time,
and prepared.
Respect each other by raising
your hand to speak. Treat
each other with dignity.
Respect yourself by
participating and being
persistent. Give your best effort
everyday.
Our goal to instill personal
responsibility and
accountability for students’
work and actions
Other Stuff
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Dress for Success
Signing the stool
Weekly Email/Remind
 @hollen to (646) 593-7231
Keystone
Website
 Methacton School District
 Teacher Sites
 Arcola
 Hollenbeck
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Grade
Geometry: 80% or better
Fundamentals of Geometry: below 80%
 Possible
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to retake Algebra 1
Honors Geometry: need to take the honors Algebra
Final at the high school after school is out
http://www.methacton.org/cms/lib/PA01000176/Centri
city/Domain/112/PPG%20-%202012-2013%202-1312.pdf
Conclusion/Questions