Mrs. Ella Sager Algebra II Honors Algebra 1 Survey Pre-Calculus Advanced

Who is Mrs. Sager? Education: Deerfield High School University of Dayton Master’s in Educational Leadership and Administration In progress: Master’s in Mathematics at DePaul Experience: Zion-Benton High School (2 years) Deerfield High School (5 th year) Extracurricular: Girls Cross Country For fun: Triathlons

Classroom Environment Teaching Principles Engagement & inquiry Collaboration Develop reasoning Student Goals Enjoyment Positive Challenge Confidence & success Mindset (Video)(Video) Growth journals Fun Fact Fridays Riddles: Of what can you take away some, but still have the whole thing left?

Course Topics: Honors Alg II Interpret linear and quadratic relationships through modeling Solve and graph systems of equations and inequalities Analyze functions and describe transformations rational, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic & trigonometric Simplify expressions involving rational exponents and radicals Analyze the relationship between exponential and logarithmic equations Apply properties of the real and complex number system Apply statistical reasoning Investigate Unit Circle trigonometry

Course Topics: Algebra 1 Survey Use number sense and recognize patterns Simplify algebraic expressions Solve equations and inequalities Find ratios and solve proportions Solve systems of equations Analyze and make sense of data Represent functions as graphs, tables, & relationships Understand slope as a rate of change Factor polynomials Use properties of exponents

Course Topics: Pre-Calc Adv. Graphing Trigonometric Equations Analyze functions and describe transformations rational, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic & trigonometric Derive and prove formulas and trigonometric properties Analyze the relationship between exponential and logarithmic equations Analyze sequences and series Investigate conic sections Explore matrix operations and solving non-linear systems

Course Information: HAT What is the instruction like? Exploration, activities, technology, group work What is homework like? Checked for effort and completion almost daily May include mind-set article reflections Checked for understanding through mini-quizzes How is my child’s grade determined? 90% - Tests/Quizzes 10% - Homework/Mini-quizzes What course will my child take next year? Honors Pre-Calculus Electives: AP Computer Science or AP Statistics Future goals: BC Calculus, careers in the STEM fields

Course Information: Alg 1 Survey What is the instruction like? Exploration, activities, technology, group work What is homework like? Checked for effort and completion daily May include mind-set article reflections How is my child’s grade determined? 85% - Tests/Quizzes 15% - Homework What course will my child take next year? Geometry Survey

Course Information: Pre-Calc Adv. What is the instruction like? Exploration, activities, technology, group work What is homework like? Checked for effort and completion daily May include mind-set article reflections How is my child’s grade determined? 85% - Tests/Quizzes 10% - Homework 5% - Retention reviews What course will my child take next year? AP Calculus AB or Calculus

Extra Help & Resources Contact me by phone or DHS Website Policies, assignment calendars, homework solutions Location: Math office, X-201 Availability: Early Bird, 3 rd,5 th,8 th ARC (Academic Resource Center) Math tutors from 7:30-4:30 (3:15 on Fridays) Online resources Khan Academy: videos and practice Accelerated Math (Algebra 1 Survey)