Welcome To Ms. Nixon’s Classroom! Back to School Night 2016-2017

About Me Fourth year teaching here at GPN Graduated from Michigan State University B.S. Mathematics Minor in Biology Currently working on my master’s degree through MSU Teaching and Curriculum Concentration in Educational Psychology Varsity coach for girl’s lacrosse here at GPN Teacher sponsor for Link Crew and Diversity Club

First Semester Algebra II Tools of Algebra (Ch. 1) Linear Equations and Functions (Ch. 2) Systems of Linear Equations (Ch. 3) Quadratic Functions and Factoring (Ch. 5) Rational Equations and Functions (Ch. 9)

Second Semester Algebra II Polynomials & Polynomial Equations (Ch. 6) Powers, Roots, and Radicals (Ch. 7) Exponential & Logarithmic Functions (Ch. 8) Introduction to Trigonometry (Ch. 12) Probability & Statistics

Grading Algebra II Tests Quizzes Homework Exactly 55% Exactly 35%

Homework Procedures Algebra II Homework is spot checked at random and worth a total of 5 points. Students are required to use the answer key posted on my staff website to check the correctness of their own work. Every class period starts with going over questions from the homework. Grades are updated daily on Pinnacle, please check.

Supplies Algebra II 3-ring Binder Scientific Calculator TI-30XII Texas Instruments Graphing Calculator TI 83 or TI 84 While some graphing calculators are available in the classroom, I cannot supply a calculator to every student.

Need Extra Help? Algebra II Free Tutoring Me GPN Library Before or after school by appointment Make an appointment by email or verbally talking to me Tuesday & Friday BEFORE (7:10-7:50) Monday, Wednesday & Thursday AFTER School (3:10-3:50) Homework help is available EVERY DAY in the Library. NHS Student Tutors are available for extra help in all subject areas. Computers are also available to do schoolwork.

Parent/Teacher contact is very important to help your child succeed. Algebra II Parent/Teacher contact is very important to help your child succeed. Please do not hesitate to call or email me if you need anything. Email: lauren.nixon@gpschools.org Voicemail: (313) 432 - 5562

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Algebra II Click here to access the class calendar, class notes, and homework assignments Click here to access the homework answer keys