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College Algebra
This course is designed to bridge Algebra II to Pre-Calculus and prepare students for the study of calculus. The topics to be covered include review of the fundamentals of algebra, relations, functions, solutions of first-and second- degree equations and inequalities, systems of equations, matrices and determinants, binomial theorem, mathematical induction, polynomial functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, analytic geometry and conic sections, and geometric and arithmetic sequences and series.
GRADING
Grades are weighted and cumulative in this class. Your grade is calculated as the number of points you have earned in the class divided by the total number of points possible. In this class, graded activities will include tests, quizzes, and homework. Completed all assigned work in pencil with all work shown is 20%, tests (50%), quizzes (20%), and a final (10%). Homework is used to reinforce important concepts from class. A list of homework assignments for each chapter can be found on my school website in addition to being announced in class. Homework is due the next day after the assignment has been assigned.
1. All assignments must be done in pencil and worked out problems must be shown.
There will be no credit for answers.
2. Students are responsible for turning in the assignments on time. Late assignments will
not be accepted unless it is a valid absence.
Rules concerning late work
In the case of illness, rule of “one day for every day absent plus one” will apply to turning in homework and making up tests and quizzes. However, for absences due to sporting events, field trips, court dates, college visitations, etc., the work, tests, quizzes are due when the student returns to school. The definition of “day” above for this class will mean a calendar school day using only Mondays – Fridays (not including school holidays).
Grading Scale
A – 90 to 100%, B – 80 to 89%, C – 70 to 79%, D – 60 to 69%, F – 0 to 59%
CLASSROOM RULES
1. Raise your hand and wait to be called on before speaking.
2. Be in your assigned seat when the bell rings and stay seated.
3. Bring all appropriate materials to class (pencils, eraser, textbook, and paper).
4. NO eating or drinking in class.
5. Cell phones, iPods, or other electronic devices should not be seen or heard in class.
Materials to be brought to class EVERY DAY
• Chromebook, pencils, eraser, pen, notebook paper, straightedge, graph paper
• Scientific calculator
DISCIPLINE
The school wide and classroom discipline, tardy, and truancy rules will be enforced. Students needing correction will be given general class warning, detentions, parent contact, detention and/or referrals as necessary.
SUCCESS TIPS
1. Keep a list of daily assignments.
2. If absent, be sure to check the website for the handout and to get the assignments.
3. Do all assignments as soon as possible, finishing them the day assigned for homework.
4. Spend at least 25 minutes daily on homework.
5. When absent, get the make up work done in a timely manner. This is your responsibility.
6. Get help when difficulty first arises—don’t wait until it is too late.
Raiders are thinkers, communicators and contributors!
GRADING
Grades are weighted and cumulative in this class. Your grade is calculated as the number of points you have earned in the class divided by the total number of points possible. In this class, graded activities will include tests, quizzes, and homework. Completed all assigned work in pencil with all work shown is 20%, tests (50%), quizzes (20%), and a final (10%). Homework is used to reinforce important concepts from class. A list of homework assignments for each chapter can be found on my school website in addition to being announced in class. Homework is due the next day after the assignment has been assigned.
1. All assignments must be done in pencil and worked out problems must be shown.
There will be no credit for answers.
2. Students are responsible for turning in the assignments on time. Late assignments will
not be accepted unless it is a valid absence.
Rules concerning late work
In the case of illness, rule of “one day for every day absent plus one” will apply to turning in homework and making up tests and quizzes. However, for absences due to sporting events, field trips, court dates, college visitations, etc., the work, tests, quizzes are due when the student returns to school. The definition of “day” above for this class will mean a calendar school day using only Mondays – Fridays (not including school holidays).
Grading Scale
A – 90 to 100%, B – 80 to 89%, C – 70 to 79%, D – 60 to 69%, F – 0 to 59%
CLASSROOM RULES
1. Raise your hand and wait to be called on before speaking.
2. Be in your assigned seat when the bell rings and stay seated.
3. Bring all appropriate materials to class (pencils, eraser, textbook, and paper).
4. NO eating or drinking in class.
5. Cell phones, iPods, or other electronic devices should not be seen or heard in class.
Materials to be brought to class EVERY DAY
• Chromebook, pencils, eraser, pen, notebook paper, straightedge, graph paper
• Scientific calculator
DISCIPLINE
The school wide and classroom discipline, tardy, and truancy rules will be enforced. Students needing correction will be given general class warning, detentions, parent contact, detention and/or referrals as necessary.
SUCCESS TIPS
1. Keep a list of daily assignments.
2. If absent, be sure to check the website for the handout and to get the assignments.
3. Do all assignments as soon as possible, finishing them the day assigned for homework.
4. Spend at least 25 minutes daily on homework.
5. When absent, get the make up work done in a timely manner. This is your responsibility.
6. Get help when difficulty first arises—don’t wait until it is too late.
Raiders are thinkers, communicators and contributors!