1. Welcome to Back to School Night!

2. A little about myself Honor Graduate of National Pedagogical University, Kiev, Ukraine – Master’s Degree in Mathematics – Master’s Degree in Physics Education Graduate of Arnold & Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Long Island University, Brooklyn, New York –Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy

3. What is IB Math SL 1? International Baccalaureate Mathematics Standard Level 1 (Pre-Calculus & Statistics) - the 1 st year of International Diploma Programme Sequenced after successful completion of Geometry and Algebra 2 courses Prerequisite for the 2 nd year - IB Math SL 2 (Calculus) Recognized by colleges on the level of AP courses

4. IB Math SL credit accepted by – University of Florida Georgia Tech University of Missouri Texas Tech University University of North Texas University of Georgia Temple University University of Colorado Springs Oregon State University University of Maryland The Mason University Etc.

5. Syllabus Outline Algebra concepts – review Functions and Equations –Linear, quadratics, inverse, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic (analytic and graphic approaches); sequences and series* Circular functions and trigonometry –All trigonometric functions (analytic and graphic approaches) Vectors –2D, 3D, applications – in higher extent Statistics and probability – selected chapters in the textbook

6. Textbooks used Marking Periods 1-3 Marking Period 4

7. Grading Policy Handbook – MCVSD Grading Policy –Primary Assessments (tests, projects) 60% –Secondary Assessments (quizzes) 30% –Other Assessment (homework, classwork) 10% Late work / missing assignments are accepted as per district policy

8. Daily assignments Homework Assigned every night Will be checked and all questions addressed every day

9. Extra Help – Office Hours Offered during lunch 1 – 3 times a week – Monday in Media Center – Tuesday and/or Wednesday in 218 – Also by an appointment – per student request Mandatory when grade is below a 78

10. All Information And Recourses could be found on my Wiki: friendlymath.pbworks.com Could be accessed trough BTHS main site

11. Have a Great Year!