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Student expectations:

Students are expected to arrive to class eager to learn higher-level Mathematics.  We will work as a team of learners to further our understanding of Mathematics.   

Student Supply List: Required

• • Spiral/composition notebook / three-ring binder (recommend graph paper)

  • Pencils

• Computer

• Charger

Student Supply List: Recommended

• Graph paper

• Highlighters

• Colored pens / pencils/crayons

UNIT TOPICS & BIG IDEAS

Unit 1: Sequences

• Use mathematical expression to model patterns of constant difference/multiple.

• Write explicit and recursive rules for arithmetic/geometric sequences. 

• Represent arithmetic/geometric sequences with multiple representations.

Unit 2: Linear and Exponential Functions

• Apply exponent rules to simplify mathematical expressions. 

• Identify and explain differences between linear and exponential functions. 

• Identify and explain differences between discrete and continuous functions. 

• Model exponential growth/decay functions. 

• Write linear functions in equivalent forms. 

Unit 3: Features of Functions

• Use story context to graph and describe key features of a function. 

• Use tables and graphs to identify and interpret key features of functions. 

• Interpret functions and their notation. 

• Identify whether or not a relation is a function. 

Unit 4: Equations and Inequalities

• Explain each step in the process of solving an equation. 

• Rearrange formulas to solve for a variable. 

• Solve multi step algebraic equations. 

• Write and solve linear inequalities from a given context.

Unit 5: Systems of Equations and Inequalities

• Solve systems of equations by graphing, substitution, and elimination methods. 

• Write systems of equations and inequalities from a given context. 

• Graph a system of linear inequalities and sketch the solution set. . 

Unit 6: Quadratic Functions

• Develop quadratic functions to model patterns and real-world scenarios.

• Compare quadratic rates to linear and exponential functions. 

• Identify and interpret key features of quadratic functions. 

Unit 7: Structures of Quadratic Expressions

• Write equivalent expressions for trinomials by factoring, and then solve them by factoring. 

• Rewrite quadratic functions in equivalent forms to identify key features.

• Perform polynomial operations.

Unit 8: Connecting Algebra and Geometry

• Use understanding of Pythagorean Theorem to develop distance formulas. 

• Discover and apply the Midpoint Formula. 

• Use slopes and distances to prove a quadrilateral. 

• Write equations of parallel and perpendicular lines. 

Unit 9: Modeling Data

• Use context to describe and analyze data with a histogram and box plot.

• Create a scatterplot with technology, and use it to create and analyze a linear regression model. 

• Demonstrate understanding linear and exponential regression models

QUARTER GRADE BREAKDOWN

FINAL GRADE BREAKDOWN

CURRENT GRADES

Grades are posted regularly online.  Parents and students can access these grades through PowerSchool.  It is the student’s responsibility to know their grade and communicate with teachers any concerns regarding their grades, i.e.  makeup work and tutoring opportunities.

LATE WORK

Test Corrections

Remediation

ABSENCES

If you are absent, it is your responsibility to catch up on the missed lessons.  Canvas has a calendar on the main page, which will be linked to each daily activity we do in class. It is to your advantage to work on these lessons prior to returning to class to see how well you understand them, and to ask for help during tutoring to get any misunderstandings fixed. Missed tests should be made up as soon as possible. 

TECHNOLOGY

Cell Phone Policy

Cell phones can be a great distraction to learning.  Therefore, cell phones should only be used when you are completing independent work for listening to music.  If you are caught using your phone during group work time, you will receive a warning upon the first offense.  For any more infractions, you will be asked to put it up at the front of the classroom, where it can be charged.  If your phone is constantly a problem, you will lose all rights to use it in the classroom.  

Headphones and earbuds are only permitted during independent work time. You are to only have one earbud in while listening to music for safety reasons. While working in groups or during instruction, all headphones and earbuds should be put away.

Laptops will be available for students that forget to bring their Chromebook.  These will be provided on a first come, first serve basis as there are only 10 classroom laptops.