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This syllabus is designed to help you organize yourself so you will be prepared for
success. My expectations for each student are high, because I believe all students have
greatness within them. This syllabus should help you and your parents become familiar
with structural concerns in this class. It is also hopeful that parents take an active role in
your success. My blog is: www.ATaylorsCorner.blogspot.com . Check it out!
Class Overview
Algebra 2 will concentrate on the following Big Ideas:
1. Functions
2. Quadratics
3. Polynomials
4. Trigonometry
5. Sequences and Series
Geometry will concentrate on the following Big Ideas:
1. Polygons
2. Proportions
3. Trigonometry
4. Circles
5. Equations
Materials
For the class, students are encouraged to bring a ruler and a calculator. Paper
and pencils are the responsibility of the student. The textbook is Algebra 2
(Geometry): Integration, Application, Connections by Glencoe/McGraw-Hill.
Rules
The rules of the class are simple. The school and district rules will be enforced at
all times. The consequences of violating these rules can range from a zero
participation point for the day to expulsion.
Each pass requires a security escort. This is non negotiable! Handle bathroom
necessities between classes or at lunch. Instructional time is precious!
Tests and quizzes are to be done in pencil (unless otherwise indicated) to receive
full credit.
Homework will be collected every Friday based on what was assigned during the
week. It will be worth one homework grade.
Grading Scale
100 - 90 = A 89 - 80 = B 79 - 70 = C 69 - 60 = D 59 - 0 = F
Classroom Maintenance:
1] Take out notebooks, homework, text, and pencil at the beginning of the class
hour.