Syllabus
Ms. Kim
Foothill High School
Algebra II
hkim@pleasantonusd.net
Welcome to Ms. Kim's Algebra II class at Foothill High School! This will be a year full of mathematical exploration and discovery! Please be aware not to fall behind in the coursework or in the understanding of the concepts because consequences can be severe. Mastery of mathematics is a fun and rewarding experience that anyone can achieve, with the appropriate amount of effort. We are all here to learn from and help one another. Let’s have a great year!
COURSE GOALS:
Most importantly, students will be able to think critically, problem solve, work in groups, teach and learn from peers, and make connections to the real world in mathematics. In addition, this course will be based on the following topics of mathematics:
Quadratic Functions, Equations, and Relations
Polynomial Functions, Expressions, Equations
Radical Functions, Expressions, and Equations
Exponential and Logarithmic Functions and Equations
Trigonometric Functions
Probability
Statistics
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
All students must have the following items every day in class:
Pencil
2 spiral notebooks
A whiteboard marker (I will provide markers for all students that do not have them. Donations of whiteboard markers are greatly appreciated)
A TI-83 plus graphing calculator or better (TI-83+, TI-84, TI-89, TI-Nspire). TI 84 is the best option. There are other brand calculators Casio, HP, maybe others. They can do everything, but I don't know how to help you with them. I know the TI83, TI84, and TI-Nspire. If you are unable to provide your own calculator, please see me. The two I recommend:
TEXTBOOK:
Kanold Algebra II my.hrw.com
Additional RESOURCES:
Class Website: bit.ly/
Illustrative Mathematics for Students (daily classwork and practice): https://im.kendallhunt.com/HS/students/3/index.html
Illustrative Mathematics for Families: https://im.kendallhunt.com/HS/families/3/index.html
Khan Academy Video Lectures: https://www.khanacademy.org
Great videos and practice problems
Online math review and practice
Online Graphing Calculator: https://www.desmos.com
Free online graphing calculator for iPhones or Computers
Evaluation & Assessments:
I will be assessing your progress in this class based on Algebra II Common Core standards we will cover during the course of the year. Assessment is a MAJOR part of your grade but they are mastery based and you will be rewarded for resiliency. You will be given summative assessments that you may retake during flex until you mastery (as time allows) and a final each semester (no retakes). It is important to participate, ask questions, complete practice, and study for assessments by practicing problems we’ve covered. Practice is essential to your success in this course!
Grades are computed based on classwork which is graded on perseverance, collaboration, and willingness to take risks using a rubric. Along with assessments including quizzes that you can retake to prove mastery and a traditional midterm and final to inform you on your progress.
Grading Policy:
Letter grades for progress reports, quarter grades and semester grades will be assigned by the following scale. Grades will not be rounded.
A+ 98.0
A 93.0
A- 90.0
B+ 88.0
B 83.0
B- 80.0
C+ 78.0
C 73.0
C- 70.0
D+ 68.0
D 63.0
D- 60.0
F Below 60%
Categories:
20% - Classwork including warm-up & groupwork
(**Note: For any classwork submission, 75% for one day late; 50% after one day and onward)
60% - Assessments
20%- Final
Extra Credit:
No extra credit will be available but retakes are available for some assessments.
Absence Policy:
If you are absent you will be excused from the classwork points from that day and notes will be provided on my website: bit.ly/hkimmath
If you are absent for a Quiz or test it is your responsibility to schedule a time to make it up during Access/Flex class or at the end of our class if time allows.
Exam Policy:
Work must be shown to justify answers. If no work is turned in the student will lose 50% of the points. There will be no retakes allowed for finals. All work and steps must be shown to earn partial credit.
Tests will not be curved.
CLASS RULES:
Be prompt, prepared, proper, and pleasant. Treat others with courtesy and respect.
Respect others' right to learn and be prepared to help, and learn, from one another.
You will be in your seat, ready to begin class, at the start of class and have all appropriate materials out. Consequences for tardies are as follows:
1st offense: Warning
2nd offense: Clean my room after class
3rd offense: Lunchtime detention with me (scraping gum off of desks, cleaning out my microwave, having to talk to me about math)
4th offense: Referral
Repeat
When you come into class, you will be ready to work and will leave all conversations at the door.
No food, drinks, or gum in the classroom; bottled water is okay.
Cell phones, iPods, etc. must be stored (out of sight) and silenced. If I see it or hear it, I will take it!
All students must be familiar with and follow all school rules.
Take notes and do your best.
Final Thoughts
I am looking forward to a wonderful school year with you. I encourage you to ask questions, to seek my help the moment you begin to feel lost, and never doubt your ability to succeed. HARD WORK and a POSITIVE ATTITUDE will lead to success in this class!!:)
Name:______________________________ Period:____________
Please share this syllabus with your parents, print this last page, and return it to me with the required signature by Tuesday August 16 , 2022.
I have read the Algebra 2 course syllabus and understand Ms. Kim’s classroom expectations.
Student Signature:____________________________________ Date:_________
Parent Signature:______________________________________ Date:_________