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Welcome to Algebra 2
Ms. Batiste Bachelor of Science, Intermediate
Education/Mathematics Texas A&M Commerce
Algebra 2/Pre-AP Algebra 2Algebra 2 :purpose of this course is to continue the study of algebra
and to provide the foundation for applying algebraic skills to other mathematical and scientific fields.
First Degree Equations and Inequalities Linear Relations and Functions Systems of Equation Matrices
Quadratic, Polynomial, and Radical Equations and InequalitiesAdvanced Functions and Relations
Rational Expressions Exponential and Logarithmic Relations Conic Sections
Discrete Mathematics Sequence and Series Probability and Statistics
Daily Classroom RoutineSharpen pencils as you enter the roomPlace assignment in the appropriate trayProceed to your assigned seat and begin
working on the bell-ringerThe bell ringer will be checked and explained
after the attendance is takenThe lesson for today begins after the bell-ringerClass dismissal is not when the bell rings,
however when you are told by Ms. Batiste, “ you are dismissed”
AttendanceAttendance is taken when the bell ringsI am tardy if I am not in my seat when the
bell ringsI am absent if I am not present within the
first ten minutes of class
Cellphones and Other Electronic DevicesMy cellphone/iPod etc. ,must be turned off and put away in my backpack, purse etc.
Should I decide to violate the District Policy, my cell phone will be taken and turned in to the front office.
No Exceptions! No Exceptions!
No texting of any kind is allowed during classNo responding to text messages is allowed during classI cannot answer my cellphone during classI cannot use the calculator on my cellphone during classI cannot charge my cell phone during classI cannot listen to music during class
Disciplinary Actions and ConsequencesTHESE ARE YOUR LIFE LINES!!!!!
Verbal warningParent contactParent conferenceReferral to the appropriate Assistant
Principal
Class Requirements: Guidelines For SuccessBe RespectfulBe PreparedBe On TimeParticipateBe ResponsibleNo Restroom PermitsFollow District RulesNo Eating! No Food! I am allowed WATER ONLY in Ms. Batiste’s
classroom! BE READY TO BE SUCCESSFUL
Class Supplies 1 subject 70 page spiral #2 pencils – several packages 3-Ring 1 ½ inch Binder. This is your math notebook. 5 Dividers Red Pens-Grading Expo Markers-black/red/green/blue Personal Pencil Sharpener Notebook paper Highlighters One large box Kleenex One large bottle Hand sanitizer One package of 4 or more AAA batteries TI84 Graphing calculator (although calculators are provided by the
district, it would be a wise investment to purchase your own.)2gb Flash drive
MATH NOTEBOOKThe Math Notebook is a graded assignment
and counts as a quiz gradeThe notebook must include 5 dividers The headings of the dividers are: Syllabus,
Table of Contents, Notes, Graded Assignments, Newsletter
NO WORK SHOWN, NO CREDIT GIVEN
ALL MATHEMATICS WORK MUST BE SHOWN TO RECEIVE CREDIT
CORRECT ANSWERS WITHOUT THE PROPER PROCEDURE WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT
TEAMWORK
DISTRICT Grading Policy The students Mastery level shall be a major
factor in determining the grade p1850%: classwork, homework, take home
quizzes, formula quizzes, math notebook, graded bell ringers and class participation
50%: Unit Exams, Semester Exams, Group Projects
Teachers are required to take a minimum of 10 distinct assessments and 3 major assessments per six weeks p18
Assignments ALL LATE ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE PENALIZED
Assignments turned in one day late will receive a maximum grade of 70
Assignments turned in two days late will receive a maximum grade of 60
A ZERO may be given after the second dayTeachers will notify parents if a second zero occurs of
any assignment Provisions will be made to allow students to make up
two zeros in each subject per six week grading periodThe maximum grade for an alternate assignment may
be a 50.
DISTRICT Grading Formula
50% Distinct assessments+50% Major assessments
100% Student six week average
Semester Exam is 20% or 1/5 of the final grade
HOW TO DO WELL IN ALGEBRA 2Always watch the corresponding video for the next
days material in advanceUse the video notes and the appropriate sections
of the handouts/textbook after each lectureShould I fail to understand anything in my notes,
come to math tutorials for helpDo a good job on all assignments. Re-work the
problems that seem difficult to solveBe courageous enough to ask questions in class
where I do not understand. It is my responsibility to tell Ms. Batiste where I do not understand.
Assignment HeadingThe heading for all assignments must have the
following information.Algebra 2 (Class Period)NameDateAssignment NameAny assignment turned in without the proper
heading will be deducted by 10 points. NO EXCEPTIONS! NO EXCEPTIONS!!
Monday, September 10 6:30-8:00pm is Goals Night @DHS
*Bring your parent and have them send an email to Ms. Batiste, with their contact information at [email protected] –receive two 100% quiz grades
*Should your parent not attend due to other commitments, they may send Ms. Batiste an email – receive one 100% quiz grade