Class Syllabus-Rules/Expectations and Curriculum
Algebra Course Review 2022-2023
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Communication with the teacher: Mrs. Jean Krippel, [email protected], (815) 634-5039 x6805, Room 805
Welcome to Algebra
Writing and solving equations is one of 13 known problem solving techniques. Graphing is another. Thus, Algebra, will make you a better problem solver, at least the quantitative kind.
Grades
Grades are available through PowerSchool. 70% of the grade is based on tests, quizzes, and projects, and 30% of the grade is based on homework and in-class work. Some homework and in-class work may be graded on completion, so please make sure you are trying your best on a daily basis!
Grading Scale:
90-100 A
80-89 B
70-79 C
60-69 D
0-59 F
Homework
Homework assignments are expected to completed and turned in the day after they are assigned unless otherwise specified by the teacher. All late homework will be assessed the following penalty:
1 day late 10% off
2 days late 20% off
3rd day--Any missing assignments not completed and turned by the third day will be recorded as a zero
Teachers will notify the office of missing assignments after the first day of it being late. Those students will be required to attend a homework detention in order to avoid earning no credit for the homework (Homework detentions will be served at lunch or after school depending on the circumstances).
Restroom/Locker
Class time is limited, if a student is gone during class, part of instruction is lost, therefore a student must go to the restroom or their locker before or after class. In case of an emergency a student will sign out and back in when leaving the classroom.
Make-up Work and Make-up Tests
Students have one day for each day they are absent to complete all missed classwork, homework, and assessments. It is the students responsibility to communicate with the teacher on all work that needs to be completed.
Calculator
Students must bring a scientific calculator to class daily. I personally recommend students to purchase a TI-84 graphing calculator (TI-84 CE uses a charger instead of batteries). I know TI-84 calculators are expensive but students will be able to use this calculator all throughout high school and college! My second recommendation would be a TI-30XIIS.
Phones
I have found cell phones are a distraction for students. Cell phones are not to be used unless a student has staff permission and must be off during the day. Any unauthorized use may result in a discipline referral and/or confiscation of the cell phone and given to the administration (refer to the handbook).
Assessments
To reduce distractions and promote concentration talking, signing and note passing is NOT allowed during an assessment or while others are finishing. Besides distracting test-takers, talking during a test is viewed as cheating. No student is allowed to leave the classroom for any reason other than illness or a prearranged absence on testing days. Retesting and quiz corrections are allowed on all chapter assessment (not finals) ONLY if the student has completed all of the homework and review for that chapter.
Computers
Computers will be available on a daily basis. To reduce destruction and promote accountability, students will be assigned a computer number for the entire year.
Conduct
Students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects respect for self, classmates, school employees, and school property. All should strive to
- be prepared and supplied daily
- appropriate communication (volume/tone, timing, respectful)
- maintain a productive learning environment
- keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself
- follow directions the first time they are given
One goal in the classroom is to maximize instructional minutes. Thus be in the room and be seated before the bell stops ringing or earn a tardy. Immediately turn in homework, unpack supplies, and complete the opening activity.
Another goal is to measure what a student knows. Therefore, copying others’ work or copying answers from the back of the textbook is cheating. Consequences will follow, see the student handbook.
Positives
First Occurrence Verbal recognition
Second Occurrence Warrior Bucks
Third Occurrence Free time (device, book, outside, music)
Forth Occurrence Treat
Fifth Occurrence Positive Contact
Consequences
If a student lacks the self-discipline to adhere to classroom rules, then a consequence will follow. These consequences are to encourage students to maximize their learning. The consequences are:
First Offense Verbal warning
The verbal warning will be enough! Students are going to be happy and successful in this course and great to work with. However, I am expected to list consequences, so here goes:
Second Offense Conference with teacher and tally in behavior log
Third Offense Lunch detention, tally in behavior log and email home
Forth Offense Lunch detention, tally in behavior log and email home
Fifth Offense Conference with student, parent/guardian, team
Severe Clause Sent immediately to the administration
For PARENTS:
Ways to help your student succeed:
- Make sure your student comes to school prepared and ready to learn
- Remind your student to complete their homework & study for tests
- If your student is struggling encourage them to get help
Regularly check your student’s grades to hold them accountable in PowerSchool (if you need a login or password contact the office)
Let’s have a great year!!
Coal City Unit District #1
Algebra 1
Math Curriculum
MA.A1:1 Students will demonstrate an understanding of numbers and quantities. (9-12:N.RN.1, N.RN.2, N.RN.3, A.SSE.2)
MA.A1:1-1 Write and simplify using the properties of rational exponents.
MA.A1:1-2 Simplify expressions involving radicals.
MA.A1:1-3 Perform operations with irrational numbers (radical, p)
MA.A1:2 Students will demonstrate the ability to see structure in expressions. (9-12:A.SSE.1a, A.SSE.1b, A.SSE.2, A.SSE.3b)
MA.A1:2-1 Interpret parts of an expression.
MA.A1:2-2 Factor polynomials.
MA.A1:2-3 Evaluate an expression given within a context.
MA.A1:3 Students will demonstrate an understanding of arithmetic with polynomials and rational expressions. (9-12:A.APR.1)
MA.A1:3-1 Add, subtract, and multiply polynomials.
MA.A1:3-2 Perform operations with rational expressions involving multiple variables and exponents.
MA.A1:4 Students will demonstrate an understanding of creating equations. (9-12:A.CED.1, F.LE.5, F.BF.1, F.IF.3)
MA.A1:4-1 Write an equation or inequality from a situation and solve.
MA.A1:4-2 Create equations to represent relationships between quantities.
MA.A1:4-3 Write a function given a table of values or a graph.
MA.A1:5 Students will demonstrate reasoning with equations and inequalities. (9-12:A.SSE.3a, A.CED.4, A.REI.1, A.REI.2, A.REI.3, A.REI.4, A.REI.5, A.REI.6, F.IF.8a, F.IF.8b)
MA.A1:5-1 Solve quadratic equations.
MA.A1:5-2 Solve linear equations.
MA.A1:5-3 Solve rational equations.
MA.A1:5-4 Solve radical equations.
MA.A1.5-5 Solve inequalities.
MA.A1.5-6 Solve systems of equations with 2 variables.
MA.A1:6 Students will demonstrate an understanding of interpreting functions. (9-12:F.IF.1, F.IF.2, F.IF.6, I.IF.9, F.LE.1a, F.LE.1, F.LE.1b, F.LE.3)
MA.A1:6-1 Identify independent variables, dependent variables, and function notation.
MA.A1:6-2 Evaluate functions given the rule.
MA.A1:6-3 Estimate or find the rate of change of a linear function.
MA.A1:6-4 Compare functions given a graph or a rule.
MA.A1:7 Students will interpret categorical and quantitative data. (9-12: S.ID.1, S.ID.2, S.ID.6c)
MA.A1:7-1 Create histograms, box-plots, and stem and leaf plots for a given situation.
MA.A1:7-2 Determine appropriate central tendency for given data.
MA.A1:7-3 Predict information from a given set of data.
MA.A1:8 Students will demonstrate an understanding of graphs. (9-12: A.CED.2, A.CED.3, A.REI.10, A.REI.11, A.REI.12, F.IF.4, F.IF.5, F.IF.7)
MA.A1:8-1 Graph data in 2 variables using appropriate values.
MA.A1.8-2 Graph a function by creating a table.
MA.A1.8-3 Graph a system of linear inequalities.
MA.A1.8-4 Identify the characteristics of a given graph, points, or data.
Pre-Algebra Course Review 2022-2023
_________________________________________________________________________________
Communication with the teacher: Mrs. Jean Krippel, [email protected], (815) 634-5039 x6805, Room 805
Welcome to Pre-Algebra
Writing and solving equations is one of 13 known problem solving techniques. Graphing is another. Thus, Pre-Algebra, will make you a better problem solver, at least the quantitative kind.
Grades
Grades are available through PowerSchool. 70% of the grade is based on tests, quizzes, and projects, and 30% of the grade is based on homework and in-class work. Some homework and in-class work may be graded on completion, so please make sure you are trying your best on a daily basis!
Grading Scale:
90-100 A
80-89 B
70-79 C
60-69 D
0-59 F
Homework
Homework assignments are expected to completed and turned in the day after they are assigned unless otherwise specified by the teacher. All late homework will be assessed the following penalty:
1 day late 10% off
2 days late 20% off
3rd day--Any missing assignments not completed and turned by the third day will be recorded as a zero
Teachers will notify the office of missing assignments after the first day of it being late. Those students will be required to attend a homework detention in order to avoid earning no credit for the homework (Homework detentions will be served at lunch or after school depending on the circumstances).
Restroom/Locker
Class time is limited, if a student is gone during class, part of instruction is lost, therefore a student must go to the restroom or their locker before or after class. In case of an emergency a student will sign out and back in when leaving the classroom.
Make-up Work and Make-up Tests
Students have one day for each day they are absent to complete all missed classwork, homework, and assessments. It is the students responsibility to communicate with the teacher on all work that needs to be completed.
Calculator
Students must bring a scientific calculator to class daily. I personally recommend students to purchase a TI-84 graphing calculator (TI-84 CE uses a charger instead of batteries). I know TI-84 calculators are expensive but students will be able to use this calculator all throughout high school and college! My second recommendation would be a TI-30XIIS.
Phones
I have found cell phones are a distraction for students. Cell phones are not to be used unless a student has staff permission and must be off during the day. Any unauthorized use may result in a discipline referral and/or confiscation of the cell phone and given to the administration (refer to the handbook).
Assessments
To reduce distractions and promote concentration talking, signing and note passing is NOT allowed during an assessment or while others are finishing. Besides distracting test-takers, talking during a test is viewed as cheating. No student is allowed to leave the classroom for any reason other than illness or a prearranged absence on testing days. Retesting and quiz corrections are allowed on all chapter assessment (not finals) ONLY if the student has completed all of the homework and review for that chapter.
Computers
Computers will be available on a daily basis. To reduce destruction and promote accountability, students will be assigned a computer number for the entire year.
Conduct
Students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects respect for self, classmates, school employees, and school property. All should strive to
- be prepared and supplied daily
- appropriate communication (volume/tone, timing, respectful)
- maintain a productive learning environment
- keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself
- follow directions the first time they are given
One goal in the classroom is to maximize instructional minutes. Thus be in the room and be seated before the bell stops ringing or earn a tardy. Immediately turn in homework, unpack supplies, and complete the opening activity.
Another goal is to measure what a student knows. Therefore, copying others’ work or copying answers from the back of the textbook is cheating. Consequences will follow, see the student handbook.
Positives
First Occurrence Verbal recognition
Second Occurrence Warrior Bucks
Third Occurrence Free time (device, book, outside, music)
Forth Occurrence Treat
Fifth Occurrence Positive Contact
Consequences
If a student lacks the self-discipline to adhere to classroom rules, then a consequence will follow. These consequences are to encourage students to maximize their learning. The consequences are:
First Offense Verbal warning
The verbal warning will be enough! Students are going to be happy and successful in this course and great to work with. However, I am expected to list consequences, so here goes:
Second Offense Conference with teacher and tally in behavior log
Third Offense Lunch detention, tally in behavior log and email home
Forth Offense Lunch detention, tally in behavior log and email home
Fifth Offense Conference with student, parent/guardian, team
Severe Clause Sent immediately to the administration
For PARENTS:
Ways to help your student succeed:
- Make sure your student comes to school prepared and ready to learn
- Remind your student to complete their homework & study for tests
- If your student is struggling encourage them to get help
Regularly check your student’s grades to hold them accountable in PowerSchool (if you need a login or password contact the office)
Let’s have a great year!!
Coal City Unit District #1
Math 8
Math Curriculum
MA.8:1 Students will be able to identify numbers that are not rational, and approximate them using rational numbers. (NS)
MA.8:1-1 Identify whether numbers are rational or irrational.
MA.8:1-2 Approximate irrational numbers. (e.g. approximate the 3rd root of 10)
MA.8:1-3 Plot approximations of irrational numbers on a number line. (e.g. graph the 3rd root of 10)
MA.8:1-4 Write repeating decimals as fractions
MA.8:2 Students will be able to solve problems involving radicals and integer exponents. (EE)
MA.8:2-1 Generate equivalent numerical expressions using the properties of integer exponents, both positive and negative. (i.e. 3^2 x 3^-6 = 3^-4)
MA.8:2-2 Evaluate square roots of perfect squares (1-15) and cube roots of perfect cubes (1-10), demonstrating knowledge that the square/cube roots that do not simplify to an integer are irrational.
MA.8:3 Students will be able to analyze and use scientific notation to solve various problems. (EE)
MA.8:3-1 Convert numbers in standard notation to scientific notation or vice versa.
MA.8:3-2 Compare numbers written in scientific notation.
MA.8:3-3 Add and subtract numbers in scientific notation.
MA.8:3-4 Multiply and divide numbers in scientific notation.
MA.8:4 Students will be able to identify connections between proportional relationships, lines, and linear equations. (EE)
MA.8:4-1 Graph linear equations.
MA.8:4-2 Identify the slope and y–intercept of a graphed line.
MA.8:4-3 Compare slopes when given two different proportional relationships represented in two different ways. (e.g. compare a distance-time equation and a distance-time graph to determine which of two moving objects has greater speed.)
MA.8:5 Students will be able to solve linear equations and solve pairs of simultaneous linear equations. (EE)
MA.8:5-1 Solve linear equations in one variable that include using the distributive property and adding like terms within the equation, in one variable.
MA.8:5-2 Solve simultaneous equations using algebra. (e.g. using the substitution or the elimination method)
MA.8:5-3 Solve simultaneous equations by graphing.
MA.8:6 Students will be able to define, evaluate, and compare functions. (F)
MA.8:6-1 Recognize a function using the definition of function.
MA.8:6-2 Compare the rate of change of functions given in different forms. (e.g. algebraically, graphically, numerically in tables, or by verbal descriptions)
MA.8:6-3 Identify, graph or write a linear function in the form y=mx+b.
MA.8:7 Students will be able to use functions to model relationships between quantities. (F)
MA.8:7-1 Construct a function to model a linear relationship between two quantities.
MA.8:7-2 Determine the rate of change and initial value of the function from a description of a relationship or from two (x, y) values, including reading these from a table or from a graph.
MA.8:7-3 Describe qualitatively the functional relationship between two quantities by analyzing a graph. (e.g. looking at a graphed line, y=5x or y=2x)
MA.8:8 Students will be able to recognize congruence and similarity using physical models, transparencies, or geometry software. (G)
MA.8:8-1 Identify a shape or point that is reflected, translated, rotated, or dilated on the rectangular coordinate system.
MA.8:8-2 Graph a shape or point that is reflected, translated, rotated, or dilated on the rectangular coordinate system.
MA.8:8-3 Determine if two figures are congruent when given either their angles or side lengths.
MA.8:8-4 Determine the measures of angles formed by parallel lines and transversals using the identified relationships.
MA.8:8-5 Determine the measures of angles by using the angle sum and exterior angle of triangles.
MA.8:9 Students will be able to apply the Pythagorean Theorem. (G)
MA.8:9-1 Determine if a right triangle exists when given the lengths of the three sides of the triangle.
MA.8:9-2 Find a missing leg or hypotenuse of a right triangle given the other 2 side lengths.
MA.8:9-3 Solve real world problems using the Pythagorean Theorem for 2 or 3 dimensional figures.
MA.8:9-4 Find the distance between two points in a coordinate system by using the Pythagorean Theorem.
MA.8:10 Students will be able to solve mathematical and real world problems involving volume of cylinders, cones, and spheres. (G)
MA.8:10-1 Apply the formula for surface area and volume of a cylinder to solve mathematical and real world problems.
MA.8:10-2 Apply the formula for surface area and volume of a cone to solve mathematical and real world problems.
MA.8:10-3 Apply the formula for surface area and volume of a sphere to solve mathematical and real world problems.
MA.8:11 Students will be able to investigate patterns in bivariate data. (SP)
MA.8:11-1 Describe patterns such as clustering, outliers, positive or negative association, linear association, and nonlinear association.
MA.8:11-2 Fit a straight line for scatter plots that suggest a linear association.
MA.8:11-3 Solve problems in the context of bivariate data by using the equation of a linear model (e.g. in a linear model for a biology experiment, interpret a slope of 1.5 cm/hr as meaning that an additional hour of sunlight each day is associated with an additional 1.5 cm in mature plant height)
MA.8:11-4 Interpret a two-way table, given or student created, summarizing
data on two categorical variables collected from the same subjects.
MA.8:11-5 Use relative frequencies calculated for rows or columns to describe
possible association between the two variables.