What is my teacher’s policy about turning in Algebra 2 / Trigonometry work, including late and missing work?

• Homework (HW) is due the day after it is assigned; students should be prepared to ask and answer questions. Homework is collected and graded on QUIZ/TEST days (check planbook and HW calendar). Late work is not accepted unless:

Student was absent (excused); then it is due the class day after student returns.

Work is turned in at Saturday School before the test associated with work shown earns 50% of possible points.

• Blank copies of teacher notes are kept in folders labeled by chapter #, in a large drawer titled Algebra 2 /TRIG by the class room door; these notes are available for students with requirements to discretely pick up on their way into class.

Algebra 2 / Trig. Resources:

Algebra 2/Trig Syllabus (updated August 2019)

Algebra 2 / Trig Semester 1 Pacing Guide

Algebra 2/Trig Semester 2 Pacing Guide

Algebra 2 Standards and Goals

ALG2/TRIG Homework Calendar (Use tabs at bottom to access HW for current MONTH)

Algebra 2 Resources (Answers to Reteaches, ect.)

NOTE: Hard copies printed in bright orange are distributed/available in class.

Electronic copies of work assigned in Google Classroom are posted here:

Algebra 2 / Trigonometry Syllabus Information

Course Description and Considerations: ALGEBRA 2: This course is an advanced extension of Algebra 1 and Geometry. Topics include: relations, functions, equations and inequalities, quadratics, polynomials, algebraic expressions, systems of equations, polynomial functions, logarithmic and exponentials functions, basic statistics and probability and a review of trigonometry.

TRIGONOMETRY: Topics include trig functions, acute angles and right triangles, radian measure and circular functions, graphs of the circular functions, trig identities, inverse circular functions, and trig equations.

Students earn 1.5 credits/ school year. They must maintain a B average (83%) or they will be moved to a regular paced Algebra 2 class.

This course meets and exceeds the New Mexico State Standards as well as the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics.

Prerequisites for the course are grade of “A” in Algebra 1, grade of “A” or “B” in Geometry, a score of 23/30 on the placement test, and recommendation of the previous math teacher.

Course Goals (standards in parenthesis)

• Please go to a location later in the copy of the syllabus for a list of course goals.
• Please see document titled Algebra 2 Standards and Goals posted above and in each Google Classroom; it contains a complete copy of the standards associated with the course goals.

Grading Policy:

Grades are calculated as a weighted-percentage of the total of possible points earned from each of the following categories:

• Homework (HW): HW will be assigned from selected sections of each chapter using the textbook or supplemental material. It will be graded for completeness (all work clearly written out), neatness (readable and organized), timeliness (completed by due date), correct labeling presented in the correct format (a complete header: name, date, assignment, seat #), and accuracy.
  • HW is due the next class day; please be ready to ask/answer HW questions
  • HW is collected in packets before QUIZZES/TESTS. Points are awarded as follows:
    • Each assignment can earn 1-5 points for completeness (points include a complete header and title).
    • The entire HW packet can earn 1-5 points for accuracy: 5 random problems indicative of students understanding will be graded for accuracy.
• Quizzes: One to three quizzes will be given per chapter. The purpose of these assessments are formative; i.e., to determine whether remediation is needed and to provide the student with another method to help prepare for chapter tests. Pop quizzes will also be given so that students can self-assess. Students can get ½ points missed back by doing “Quiz Fixes”:
  • Students can correct quizzes. Students may correct a quiz for credit only BEFORE the next associated chapter test. To correct a quiz, the student must fix the missed problem, and write a sentence explaining how he/she made this error or how it will be avoided in the future. Once the student makes the corrections they should check their work using the grading station at the back of the room; if even 1 question is inaccurate the work will be returned. No additional points will be awarded unless all of the fixes are accurate; work can be resubmitted if it is done before the associated chapter test. Students will receive 50% credit back if all fixes are accurately completed prior to the associated chapter test.
• Chapter Tests & Course Projects: A chapter test will be given for each chapter. The purpose of these assessments are summative; i.e., to provide an opportunity for the student to demonstrate what he/she has learned. If possible, at least one project will be done each semester; it is worth a test grade.
• Students can retake 1 test per semester. The student must meet with the instructor during Academic Time to schedule a time to to retake the test or attend Saturday School after asking the teacher to deliver the test to be fixed to Saturday School proctor. Teacher will replace test grade with retest grade if retest grade, even if retake is lower so students should prepare for retakes.
• Final Exam: The purpose of this exam is to provide the student with a cumulative standards based assessment of all the material taught during the semester (see Algebra 2 Standards and Goals)

Extra Credit possibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: (1) Class notes in a clearly labeled and put in order, collected during, and only during tests, can earn up to 3 extra credit points per chapter if a majority (at least 85%) of warm ups and notes are completed. Each days notes MUST start at the top right side of a page with students name on front; notes MUST be clearly labeled with chapter #, section #, section name, and date. Turn in your notes on the day before test if you know that you are going to miss a test. (2) 10 coupons can be turned in for 2 extra credit points (test weighted) if each coupon has the students name and date earned on coupon.

How to earn coupons: Each student in a group will occasionally be given a coupon when everyone in the group is sitting in their seat working on their warm up when the bell rings or when everyone is the group has their homework completely done or attempted (effort shown). Coupons can also be awarded when students present solutions on board.

NOTE: When a student earns 10 coupons they can use them for extra credit or they can use them as follows: a 1 day delay of HW without losing points, a late pass, etc.

Classroom Expectations

• Be in Class! Attendance is very important. We will be doing new things every day.
• Be Seated and ready to work before class begins. There should be no tardies, all tardies are unexcused and will result in a one half hour make up session during the academic period at the end of the day.
• Be Prepared: All students will need to bring a three-ring notebook, paper, pencil, book, and calculator every day. The recommended calculator for Algebra 2 and beyond is a TI-84+. Those who do not want to purchase their own TI-84+ can check one out from the Text Book Center, the procedure is similar to checking out any text book but you will need to get a signed checkout form from me before going to the Text Book Center.
• Do Your Homework! Before each class period begins.
• Be Respectful of everyone else in the room and the property in the room. Please do not eat, drink anything but water, wear hats or wear sunglasses in the room.
• Unexcused Absences For any unexcused absence, you will receive a zero for the day’s test, quiz, or activity
• Cheating will not be tolerated and will result in a zero for the assignment, test, or quiz.
• What should you do in math class? Math class work and math homework!
• Please do not do, or ask to do, work for other classes in this class.

Extra Help

Students in need of extra help should contact the instructor as soon as possible¹. Academic Time is scheduled (unless otherwise posted) from 2:40 to 3:10 pm and during lunch on non-Friday B days unless otherwise posted). There is an Academic Support Center (ASC) in room E108; it is open daily from 7:30 – 3:15. Saturday School is scheduled between 8 and 12 on designated Saturdays. If a student is not able to meet during this time, please make an appointment with the instructor. See Saturday School Web page at https://sites.google.com/laschools.net/suewilson/home

I will work very hard to help all students master the concepts of this course. Student success will depend on many factors including, but not limited to, previous math knowledge, personal motivation, and support at home/school. Working together, we can help your child have the best possible learning experience.

Course Goals (with associated standards).

• Please see document titled Algebra 2 Standards and Goals posted on teacher’s web site and in each classes Google Classroom; it contains a complete copy of the standards associated with the course goals.