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Welcome to Algebra 1
What do I need??
Sharpened pencils (lots!), erasers, a red and black or blue pen
A Binder with a notebook or loose leaf paper divided into sections or notebooks and folders
Scientific Calculator textbook
Computer access Agenda book
What are my Responsibilities?
Be a team player! Be prepared Participate Complete homework and Study Island Respect others, including substitute
teachers! If confused, know where to find the answer
and ASK for help! Have high expectations and do your best!! Leave the room with a PASS only after
signing out
What will we learn??
Relationships between Quantities
Linear RelationshipsExponential and Quadratic Relationships
Advanced Functions and Equations
Data Analysis
What is our goal?
To enjoy class and learn some stuff!
To test into CP or Honors Geometry at North
To succeed at a high level on the EYO PARRC Test
ON-Line Text Access
connected.mcgraw-hill.comUsername: first initial(capital)last name(capital first letter)12Ex: CBimble12Password: password1Redemption code: 2vc9-8fhd-06p0
HOMEWORK
Assigned dailyEach assignment is worth one pointAll homework is posted on the EaselHomework is also posted on the
parent page of the websiteIf confused and you can’t find the
answer at the above mentioned places, phone a friend!
Study Island Information
Log in information:
How is it used??Why use it?How is it graded?Weekly Log sheet
More Humor!
Why do Teachers give Homework?
A. They are mean!B. They think student’s don’t have a life
C. To reinforce skills taught in class
D. All of the above
How often do we have homework?
A. NeverB. Every nightC. Once a weekD. All of the above?
How do I get credit for homework?
A. Completing half of itB. Completing the entire
assignment in pencil (or a strong showing of effort)
C. Completing your assignment in pen
D. Completing your assignment but showing NO WORK
Where do I find the Homework Assignments?
A. On the white boardB. On Mrs. Race’s Webpage
C. Listen when Mrs. Race assigns it
D. All of the above
How does homework affect my grade?
Completion is graded dailyEach homework assignment is
worth one pointStudents who consistently
complete homework earn higher grades regardless of the percentage it’s worth towards your grade!!!
What is Graded?
Tests Tests are worth 60 points. Tests will be announced at least three
days in advance. Additional points can be earned on a
test if it is corrected, with all mistakes explained and then corrected, with all work shown, and it must be returned within a week of the return of the test. The test CANNOT leave this room.
What is Graded?
Quizzes Quizzes are given to monitor
student progress and to reinforce previously learned skills.
Quizzes may or may not be announced
That means there can be POP quizzes!!
Quizzes are worth 30 points
What is Graded?
Alternate Assessments (each worth five points) Study Island (weekly lessons) group based effort/participation Spiral reviews on thatquiz.org
What do you do when your absent?
You are responsible to obtain all information and complete all work missed during an absence. This includes setting up times to make up tests and quizzes.
Use your Activity Period WISELY!
A little algebra humor!!
