1. Algebra 1 Eighth grade Abigail Hollenbeck

2. Basic Information  About me  Ahollenbeck@methacton.org  Materials  Textbook  www.algebra1.com  CD5A4C1CA4  Class Routine

3. Course Outline  Chapter 1: The Language and Tools of Algebra  Chapter 2: Solving Linear Equations  Chapter 3: Functions and Patterns  Chapter 4: Analyzing Linear Equations  Chapter 5: Solving Systems of Linear Equations  Chapter 6: Solving Linear Inequalities

4. Course Outline  Statistics and Probability  Chapter 7: Polynomials  Chapter 8: Factoring  Chapter 10: Radical Expressions and Triangles  Chapter 11: Rational Expressions and Equations

5. Grading  Participation points (50 points)  homework completion checks, no partial credit will be awarded  homework checks are not accepted late  active participation, acceptable behavior, and preparation are part of the participation grade  quizzes and tests  all tests and quizzes are announced  a midterm and final are given in this course  class work and warm-ups  notebook checks  a notebook check at the end of the marking period

6. Behavior  Respect us by being on time, and prepared.  Respect each other by raising your hand to speak. Treat each other with dignity.  Respect yourself by participating and being persistent. Give your best effort everyday.  Our goal to instill personal responsibility and accountability for students’ work and actions

7. Other Stuff  Dress for Success  Signing the stool  Weekly Email/Remind  @hollen to (646) 593-7231  Keystone  Website  Methacton School District  Teacher Sites  Arcola  Hollenbeck

8. 9 th Grade  Geometry: 80% or better  Fundamentals of Geometry: below 80%  Possible to retake Algebra 1  Honors Geometry: need to take the honors Algebra Final at the high school after school is out http://www.methacton.org/cms/lib/PA01000176/Centri city/Domain/112/PPG%20-%202012-2013%202-13- 12.pdf

9. Conclusion/Questions