Syllabus-+Algebra+II

** Mrs. Battistelli   ** ** RM 205  ** ** Course Overview  ** Algebra II is a course designed to build upon skills and knowledge gained through prior mathematics courses and to prepare you for the PSSAs that will be taken in the spring. Emphasis will be placed on higher level thinking skills and student discovery. You will spend time working individually, with partners, and in cooperative learning groups. Throughout the course, we will also work on developing your 21st century skills. These are technology skills that will help you in all aspects of you future regardless of the path you choose. We will be incorporating the use of graphing calculator technology and computers to enhance your learning experience.    ** Expectations and Requirements  ** This is what you can expect from me…   Ø I will be prepared to facilitate knowledge every day.  Ø I will incorporate technology to assist you in your learning.  Ø I will help you prepare for the PSSA and SAT exams.  Ø I will answer all of your questions (math related) until you have reached an understanding.  Ø I will help you learn any way that I can. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">I will come in to school early to help you if you need it. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">I will stay after school to help you if you need it. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">I will help you during activity period. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">I will help you during my planning period (per.1) or during my lunch (per.6) if you need it. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">Assessments will be fair and will be graded promptly. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">I will give you homework and/or an assessment of learning every day. <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">This is what I expect from you… <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">You will have required materials every day. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1.5in; mso-list: l1 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.5in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> o <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">Binder and Paper <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1.5in; mso-list: l1 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.5in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> o              <span style="height: 96.3pt; left: 0px; margin-left: 449.4pt; margin-top: 8.5pt; position: absolute; text-align: left; width: 80.85pt; z-index: -1;"> <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">Pencil <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1.5in; mso-list: l1 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.5in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> o <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">Graphing Calculator – TI-84 is preferred <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1.5in; mso-list: l1 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.5in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> o <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">Book <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">You will be on task from bell to bell. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">You will turn in completed assignments on time. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">You will do what I ask of you immediately. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">You will take notes during class and ask questions when needed. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">Unless you have permission to speak, you will talk only about your work. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">You will not bother or hurt others. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">You will come to me for help if you need it. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">If you are absent, you will check the wikispace (www.battistelli.wikispaces.com) to see what you have missed. <span style="font-family: 'Century Schoolbook','serif';"> <span style="height: 63.95pt; left: 0px; margin-left: 461.9pt; margin-top: 3.8pt; position: absolute; text-align: left; width: 74.45pt; z-index: -3;"> <span style="height: 67.15pt; left: 0px; margin-left: 189.7pt; margin-top: 0.6pt; position: absolute; text-align: left; width: 67.15pt; z-index: -2;"> ** Consequences:  ** **  Rewards:  **<span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">Warning Verbal Praise/Treats <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">Time-out/ Think Sheet Free time to begin homework <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">Calls to Parents Positive note or phone call to parent <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">Activity Period Detention Cool Prizes and Stickers <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">Lunch or After School Detention Grade Enhancing Opportunities <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> ** Grading Procedure  ** <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> Your grade for this year will be calculated from tests, quizzes, projects, and homework assessments. Projects may range from group work, homework, PSSA practice questions, and any other authentic assessment. Grades may also be discussed with the teacher any time either before or after class. They can be accessed at anytime using the Skyward program. ** Homework  ** <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> Homework is mandatory for your successful completion of this course. Ask any musician, athlete, actor, or artist and I bet they will agree that you must practice to do well at something. Math homework is practice of a specific concept developed in class. Without practice it will be difficult to fully master the learning. <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> In the coming weeks, the math department will begin holding a Mandatory Afterschool Study Hall (MAS) for the purpose of remediation. In addition to not receiving points for incomplete homework, you may also be required to attend these sessions. In this course, you will be required to attend if your grade is below 70% (at the end of each week) and you do not complete any homework assignments. You will be required to attend the session and complete an assignment(s) with the math teacher(s) that are proctoring. Additionally, if you’re grade falls below a 50% at any time, you will also be required to attend the session until you improve your course grade. You will be given one days notice of this requirement. EX. If you do not complete Monday night’s assignment and I check it on Tuesday, you will be given the after school session for Wednesday afternoon. This program is backed by the school and a change is session is solely at the discretion of Mrs. Battistelli. If you do not attend, you will face discipline action from the main office. ** Absences  ** <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">Daily class schedules and handouts will be posted on the wikispace. (www.battistelli.wikispaces.com) <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">If you miss a day of school, it is your responsibility to get all make-up work before or when you return to school. Anything assigned prior to your absence is due on the day you return. Anything assigned while you were absent is due in the number of days equal to your absence. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">If you are absent on a review day before a test, you are expected to take the test as scheduled. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">If you are absent on the day of a test, you are expected to take the test on the day you return. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">If you are aware that you will not be in class on a given day, it is your responsibility to get the assignments BEFORE the day that you miss and will be expected to have them completed when you return. <span style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 1in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Ø <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">You may email me with questions about assignments if you are unclear. <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">I also recommend that you have the names and phone numbers of at least two other people in this class so you would be able to call for clarification on homework assignments or for homework assignments when you are absent. Being in school is very important to your success. Be cool; be in school! <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> ** Help!!! ** <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">In math courses, new content builds upon previous knowledge. That is why it is important to master all concepts. If you are having difficulty with some of the concepts, please arrange to see me for additional help. I will be available during the following times and other times by request. <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> Before School: 7:25 – homeroom <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">After School: 2:30 – 3:00 (I can stay later if I am given prior notice.) <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> Activity Period: Every Wednesday <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> Lunch: Period 6 <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> ** Contact Information  ** <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">The best way to contact me is via email. My email address is <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">sbattistelli@clsd.k12.pa.us <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">. You can also contact me by calling the school, 272-2033, and leaving me a voice mail. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns that you have about the class. You may also visit <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">[|www.battistelli.wikispaces.com] <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';"> and post a message there. <span style="font-family: 'Arial Narrow','sans-serif';">
 * Algebra II Syllabus **