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Algebra 1: Part 2
Mrs. Laura [email protected]
Room 613 This entire slide show will be available on my website, so sit back, relax,
and enjoy.
About me…10th year of teaching (have taught all
middle school grade levels)8th year in Millstone, spent 2 years
teaching in the middle school I attended as a child (Linden, NJ)
Love math & teaching itExcited to be a new mom & join
your ranks, but sad to have to leave my students—your children.
Course Description
This course prepares students for the NJASK, high school, and real-life.
AlgebraStatewide standardized Algebra test???
Daily Procedures Do Now/Copy Today’s HWReview last night’s HWLesson & Practice
Use of graphing calculators & mobile labSmall group & individualized help
Wrap up and make sure assigned HW is understood.
New schedule—alternating 44/88 minute periods.
BindersDue to the nature of the program, binder organization is crucial, however I encourage the development of personal organization skills.
I have suggested to your child organizing his/her binder using the following sections:
•Notes & Classwork—includes vocabulary, examples, and “notes”. Encouraged to record date and topic/assignment each day as a way of organizing this information.
•Homework—someplace to easily find and keep HW assigned and checked.
•Tests & Quizzes – keep all quizzes and tests until binder clean out (then transfer to a folder at home)—there is a final exam and these help to study.
GradesHW/CW/Preparedness–20%
HW is assigned most nights. NO WORK = NO CREDIT HW is posted on board and on my website. Planner, Binder, Pencils should be brought to class daily.
Planner is also used for as a bathroom pass/log Homework scores start at 100. Five points are deducted for missing
HW assignments, 1 point is deducted for each time a student is unprepared for class.
Tests/Quizzes/Projects – 80% Each assessment will be worth a different point value that is
standard throughout the department/grade level. Tests will be weighted heavier than quizzes.
Extra Credit (only included on tests/quizzes)
No signatures necessary—online access to all grades
PowerSchoolI will no longer be using grade sheets or having
tests signed! You can update yourself about your child’s
progress by logging on to PowerSchool. Please allow me adequate time to grade your
child’s work—I do give partial credit and grade work shown, so grading tests can be somewhat time consuming, but it is in the best interest of your child.
I will do my best to update and publish grades as soon as assignments are corrected. HW will be updated weekly.
Extra Help – “LEHP”Advanced: Tuesday
Regular: FridayBring bag lunch to
maximize help timeHomework
It’s all about practice & trying!
Study IslandLog-In and passwords are
the same as last year.I will have info shortly, just
in case you forgot yours Math, LA, & Science will be
the available subjects.
Linear & Non Linear Equations
Systems of Equations
Linear Inequalities
Polynomials
Factoring
Probability
Graphing, graphing , graphing!!!
Algebra Topics Covered
Glencoe: Algebra 1Online Resources-- no password
necessary to access self-check quizzes, extra examples, chapter tests, vocabulary review. Online Book Username: ALG1Password: wRec84ehed
Extra Practice Available upon requestFocus on application of skills and linking
of ideas to see the bigger picture of Algebra.
Algebra RemindersHigh School Level CourseRigorousStudy Habits & OrganizationParticipation and QuestionsGraphing Calculators TI-84 PlusFinal Exam (Cumulative) & State
Algebra Assessment???
American Diploma ProjectTest Standards can be viewed here:
http://www.state.nj.us/education/aps/cccs/math/alg1content.pdf.
Test will be operational this spring—no longer a pilot program.
Students failing to meet BASIC level will retake the course.
Students meeting BASIC, but failing to meet PROFICIENT will receive intervention (separate or imbedded) to improve grasp of Algebra 1.
This year, a score of PROFICIENT will not be required for graduation.
Algebra Class Only
Remember…Keep open lines of communication.We need to know if there are academic
concerns at home.Please use our websites & any additional
resources you find.Please share any of the wonderful & helpful
things you find with us so we may pass them along.
Please log on to your child’s Power School account to track their progress throughout the year.
CommunicationEmail: [email protected]
Web Page: http://www.millstone.k12.nj.us/teachers/czvornl/index.htm
or access through the district website’s directory
Phone #: 732-786-0950Extension 80094
Before you rush off to your next class…
Do you have any Questions??
