1. To Ms. Billerbeck’s Algebra 1 Class
Welcome!
To Ms. Billerbeck’s Algebra 1 Class

2. Introduction Graduated from Encina High School
Graduated from UC Berkeley in Mechanical Engineering
Worked in Silicon Valley for Applied Materials for 8 years
Relocated to San Diego to take Cymer, Inc. Public
Became an entrepreneur and had a business in:
Landscape Design and Voted One of the Best in San Diego County
Kayak Accessories and Started a Patent
Memoir
Became a teacher to inspire more Americans to become great at math and engineers
Mothered two fabulous adults

3. What We’re exploring in Algebra 1
How to be successful during the last Algebra 1 curriculum at Rio
Mandatory after school tutoring for students with below a C-
Developing note-taking skills
Using a scientific calculator and not cell phone during testing
Being prepared for class
Building up their math self-esteem

4. Specific Topics of Math
Aligned with the Common Core State Standards
Develops advanced algebra skills (e.g. Expressions, Equations, Problem Solving, Properties of Real Numbers, Solving Equations, Solving Inequalities, Graphing Linear Equations and Functions, Writing Linear Equations, Systems of Equations and Inequalities, Exponents and Radicals, Polynomials and Factoring, Quadratic Equations and Functions, Rational Expressions and Equations, Probability).
Assignments that promote critical thinking, problem solving, procedural and computational skills
Effective communication of applied strategies and logical arguments

5. Grading
Homework/Notetaking %
Quizzes %
Tests (Double-Weight Final) 60%

6. Grading Scale Grading Scale: 90 – 100% A 80– 89.4% B 70 – 79.4% C
0 – 59.4% F
Level of Understanding
Advanced
Proficient
Approaching
Minimal/Limited
No Evidence of Understanding

7. Parent Communication My webpage: http://msbillerbeck.weebly.comMy
My telephone number: (916)
Come visit the classroom
Visit the Student Portal for a copy of a student’s current grades for this course.
Arrange a meeting with the counselor/student/parent/teacher in the counseling office to discuss a student’s performance in all of his/her classes.