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. Students and parents will be notified of any major changes.

Algebra 1.2
2014-2015
Instructor: Stephanie Cielinski Room: 266
Email: stephanie.cielinski@isd742.org Website: http://cielinski.weebly.com
Phone: (320) 252-2231 Ext. 3266 Office Hours: 7:30-8:15 am, 3:30-3:45 pm

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The content of Algebra I is organized around families of functions, with special emphasis on linear and
quadratic functions. As students learn about each family of functions, they will learn to represent them in
multiple ways as verbal descriptions, equations, tables, and graphs. They will also learn to model real-word
situations using functions in order to solve problems arising from those situations. In addition to its algebra
content, Algebra I includes lessons on probability and data analysis as well as numerous examples and exercises
involving geometry.
TEXTBOOK:
Algebra I by Larson, Boswell, Kanold, Stiff. McDougal Littell, 2007 ISBN#0-618-59556-2
Textbook website: www.classzone.com There is a direct link and login information on my website.

ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Students are expected to attend all classes. Students are responsible for learning the material and handing in
assignments on time. When students have an absence, the student has the number of days absent plus one to
complete all work. It is the students responsibility to get and complete any work they may have missed
because of an absence. You will have a maximum of 3 school days to make up a test or quiz, if it is not
made up within the allotted time the grade will become a zero in the grade book.

COURSE EXPECTATIONS:
Be Responsible
Bring all supplies to class: notebook, textbook, PENCIL, calculator, and any other needed classroom
supplies.
Complete all assignments on time. Parents will be notified when you have 5 or more assignments
missing.
Be to class on time. Excessive tardies and/or truancies will be reported to the office and may result in
loss of points. Parents will also be notified when this occurs.
Be in your seat, ready to learn when the bell rings.
Check your grade and attendance on Skyward.
Bring your planner everyday. We will keep track of assignments, quiz, and test dates.
Be Respectful
When someone else is talking, be quiet and let them talk.
Stay in your seats during class discussion (sharpen pencils, throw things away and get necessary
supplies after discussions).
Stay working in your seats until the bell rings.
Keep your hands, feet, and all other body parts off others property.
Appropriate questions, discussions, and comments are expected to maintain a learning environment.
Cell phones, mp3 players, and any other electronic devices are not allowed to be used (unless the
teacher specifies otherwise) in the classroom. See Tech High School student handbook for more
information!!!


Disclaimer: This syllabus can and may change during the course of the semester. Students and parents will be notified of any major changes.

Have Pride
Clean up after yourself before leaving the classroom.
Strive to do your best while in class, completing homework, and taking tests.
Ask for help!! Im here to help you succeed!!

GRADING:
Daily assignments: Daily assignments could include problem sets, worksheets, and introductory
exercises. All assignments will be announced in class. All assignments are required. A no credit
could result if assignments are missing. Assignments will be worth 3 points, but there may be times
when they are worth more. Students should check their own answers before turning them in.
Assignments for a chapter will not be accepted after we have finished the chapter. Late
assignments will be docked points. Do not wait until the last minute to do assignments. When an
assignment is turned in on time, work is shown, and all problems have been completed the student will
get full credit.
Quizzes: Quizzes will be given between tests as a method of reviewing and summarizing material.
Students should expect at least one quiz per chapter/unit. These quizzes may or may not be
announced. If a student is marked truant for a test or quiz, they will receive a zero for that assessment.
Points range from 20 - 40 points.
Tests: Tests will be administered at the end of each chapter/unit. The tests are designed to assess
students knowledge of concepts. Test dates will be announced in class several days prior to the test
date; therefore students should be well prepared for the test. If a student is marked truant for a test or
quiz, they will receive a zero for that assessment. Tests are scored out of 100 points.
Extra Credit: Extra credit will be offered throughout the school year.
Skyward: Check Skyward frequently to verify grades, assignments, and attendance. Updates will be done
as soon as possible.
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT POLICIES:
ALL work must be shown. Justify your answer!
Problems should go down the page, not across.
Name and assignment information MUST be on each paper.
Pencils MUST be used on all assignments.
Cheating will NOT be tolerated. The student(s) caught cheating will be given a zero for that assignment
and a report will be filed in the office.
In addition to the above website, I also use a Moodle site to store printable homework sheets of
bookwork, worksheets, note sheets, and any other materials I pass out in class. This is a great resource
to prepare for lessons or to get caught up after absences.

TECH MATH GRADING SCALE:

A+ 97 100% B+ 88 90.9% C+ 79 81.9% D 70 72.9%
A 94 - 96.9% B 85 87.9% C 76 78.9% F less than 70%
A- 91 93.9% B- 82 84.9% C- 73 75.9%



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(After you have shown the teacher both signatures, make sure to keep this syllabus as a resource to class rules
and policies!)