1. Ms. Batiste Bachelor of Science, Intermediate Education/Mathematics Texas A&M Commerce

2. Algebra 2/Pre-AP Algebra 2 Algebra 2 :purpose of this course is to continue the study of algebra and to provide the foundation for applying algebraic skills to other mathematical and scientific fields. First Degree Equations and Inequalities Linear Relations and Functions Systems of Equation Matrices Quadratic, Polynomial, and Radical Equations and Inequalities Advanced Functions and Relations Rational Expressions Exponential and Logarithmic Relations Conic Sections Discrete Mathematics Sequence and Series Probability and Statistics

3. Daily Classroom Routine Sharpen pencils as you enter the room Place assignment in the appropriate tray Proceed to your assigned seat and begin working on the bell-ringer The bell ringer will be checked and explained after the attendance is taken The lesson for today begins after the bell-ringer Class dismissal is not when the bell rings, however when you are told by Ms. Batiste, “ you are dismissed”

4. Attendance Attendance is taken when the bell rings I am tardy if I am not in my seat when the bell rings I am absent if I am not present within the first ten minutes of class

5. Cellphones and Other Electronic Devices My cellphone/iPod etc.,must be turned off and put away in my backpack, purse etc. Should I decide to violate the District Policy, my cell phone will be taken and turned in to the front office. No Exceptions! No Exceptions! No texting of any kind is allowed during class No responding to text messages is allowed during class I cannot answer my cellphone during class I cannot use the calculator on my cellphone during class I cannot charge my cell phone during class I cannot listen to music during class

6. Disciplinary Actions and Consequences THESE ARE YOUR LIFE LINES!!!!! Verbal warning Parent contact Parent conference Referral to the appropriate Assistant Principal

7. Class Requirements: Guidelines For Success Be Respectful Be Prepared Be On Time Participate Be Responsible No Restroom Permits Follow District Rules No Eating! No Food! I am allowed WATER ONLY in Ms. Batiste’s classroom! BE READY TO BE SUCCESSFUL

8. Class Supplies 1 subject 70 page spiral #2 pencils – several packages 3-Ring 1 ½ inch Binder. This is your math notebook. 5 Dividers Red Pens-Grading Expo Markers-black/red/green/blue Personal Pencil Sharpener Notebook paper Highlighters One large box Kleenex One large bottle Hand sanitizer One package of 4 or more AAA batteries TI84 Graphing calculator (although calculators are provided by the district, it would be a wise investment to purchase your own.) 2gb Flash drive

9. MATH NOTEBOOK The Math Notebook is a graded assignment and counts as a quiz grade The notebook must include 5 dividers The headings of the dividers are: Syllabus, Table of Contents, Notes, Graded Assignments, Newsletter

10. NO WORK SHOWN, NO CREDIT GIVEN ALL MATHEMATICS WORK MUST BE SHOWN TO RECEIVE CREDIT CORRECT ANSWERS WITHOUT THE PROPER PROCEDURE WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT TEAMWORK

11. DISTRICT Grading Policy The students Mastery level shall be a major factor in determining the grade p18 50%: classwork, homework, take home quizzes, formula quizzes, math notebook, graded bell ringers and class participation 50%: Unit Exams, Semester Exams, Group Projects Teachers are required to take a minimum of 10 distinct assessments and 3 major assessments per six weeks p18

12. Assignments ALL LATE ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE PENALIZED Assignments turned in one day late will receive a maximum grade of 70 Assignments turned in two days late will receive a maximum grade of 60 A ZERO may be given after the second day Teachers will notify parents if a second zero occurs of any assignment Provisions will be made to allow students to make up two zeros in each subject per six week grading period The maximum grade for an alternate assignment may be a 50.

13. DISTRICT Grading Formula 50% Distinct assessments +50% Major assessments 100% Student six week average Semester Exam is 20% or 1/5 of the final grade

14. HOW TO DO WELL IN ALGEBRA 2 Always watch the corresponding video for the next days material in advance Use the video notes and the appropriate sections of the handouts/textbook after each lecture Should I fail to understand anything in my notes, come to math tutorials for help Do a good job on all assignments. Re-work the problems that seem difficult to solve Be courageous enough to ask questions in class where I do not understand. It is my responsibility to tell Ms. Batiste where I do not understand.

15. Assignment Heading The heading for all assignments must have the following information. Algebra 2 (Class Period) Name Date Assignment Name Any assignment turned in without the proper heading will be deducted by 10 points. NO EXCEPTIONS! NO EXCEPTIONS!!

16. Monday, September 10 6:30-8:00pm is Goals Night @DHS *Bring your parent and have them send an email to Ms. Batiste, with their contact information at sonja.batiste@desotoisd.org – receive two 100% quiz grades sonja.batiste@desotoisd.org *Should your parent not attend due to other commitments, they may send Ms. Batiste an email – receive one 100% quiz grade