I = ; Philosophy

This course will help= the student develop mathematical thinking and reasoning skills.

Students will be exposed to a varie= ty of learning techniques such as practical work (hands-on activities which will include t= he use of technology), guided discovery, mathematical investigations, problem-= solving, discussion, and practice.

The content teaching reflects the curriculum, teaching and assessment standards of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics as well as TEKS/HISD objectives and goals.

II &n= bsp; Course Outline

= Patterns

= Ratio and Proportions

= Transformations & Positive and Negative Numbers

Algebraic Expressions

Linear Equations and Inequalities

Systems of Equations

Quadratic Functions

Polynomials and Exponents

Radicals/Probability/ Quadratic Equations Part 2

III&nb= sp; Grading Policy

Grading System:

A =3D 100-90

B =3D 89-80

C =3D 79-75

D =3D 74-70

Failing – Below 70. If a studen= t has three or more unexcused absences, the student will not receive credit. Stud= ents are responsible for the work they missed when absent from class for any rea= son.

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Tests ---------------= -----40%

Quizzes -------------= ----20%

Class Work ----------= --30% (Participation 15%, portfolio 15%, notebook 5%)

Homework -------------10%

total =3D 100%<= /o:p>

Daily work will be co= llected and graded for completion while others will be collected and graded for correctness. Home work will also be collected and graded for completion or correctness.

To calculate the semester grade:

The First Cycle Grade multiplied by 0.25 + the Second Cycle Grade multiplied by 0.25 + the Third Cycle Grade multiplied by 0.25 + the Final Exam Grade multiplied by 0.25 =3D Semester Grade.

IV&nbs= p; Discipline Policy

The discipline policy= adopted by Davis HS is consistency management. In addition the following class rules w= ill be observed:

Come to class on time<= /span>

Be Prepared: Bring tools for learning (pencils, pens, papers, notebooks, binder, etc.)

REMAIN SEATED AT ALL TIMES unless told otherwise.

DO NOT TALK when the teacher is talking.

RESPECT fellow students and teachers.=

Eating and drinking is not permitted under any circumstances. =

Use appropriate language

FOLLOW the dress code policy.

FOLLOW classroom procedures<= /o:p>

Consequences will be implemented according to the HISD Student Code of Conduct Handbook and the school’s policies.

Consequence Outline

Warning

Student/Teacher conference

Parent/Teacher/Student Conference

Referral to Assistant Principal

V = ; Resources/Materials=

&nb= sp; Pencil/Pap= er/Homework

VI &= nbsp; Others:

Tutorials will be after school from 3:15 – 5:00, on Monday in Rm. 320.

VII I have read all the information in this syllabus and clearly understood them = and intend to follow them for the year 2011-2012.

_____________________= ____ = &nb= sp; ____________________________

Parent/Guardian &= nbsp; &nbs= p; &= nbsp; &nbs= p; Student

Ms. MAREN HAENICKE

Math Dept. Chair=