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Hello and Welcome to Algebra II!
The following materials are required for this class on a daily basis:
- Your math notes!! They are required every day. Before I answer your question, we check your notes together.
- Pencils, Highlighters (2 or more colors), Expo Marker
- Pink Eraser or cap erasers
- white out (if a student chooses to write in pen)
- notebook paper
To create study habits and help students organize their thoughts I recommend:
- Sticky notes for personal use
- Tab dividers/washi tape to distinguish new units/important pages
- Have a separate binder or folder for Algebra II.
- We are getting a NEW Algebra II textbook! We will have a mix of worksheets and written notes. You will need a binder or folder for your work. These notes will help you study for the midterm and final exam.
Does my student need a calculator?
A classroom set of calculators is provided by the school but must remain in the classroom at all times.
If you are interested in purchasing your own personal graphing calculator, here is some helpful information:
- What type? TI-84+ or TI-84+ Silver Edition (more memory for apps); TI-84+ CE (more memory & color display)
- Where to buy NEW? Wal-Mart, Target, Office Depot, Office Max, or the Texas Instrument website. Costs can range from $85.00 to $150.00.
- Where to buy USED? EBay, Amazon, Craig’s List, The Leaf-Chronicle, Study Masters. Costs vary depending on where you purchase. I have seen them as low as $40.00.
*Although graphing calculators are expensive, know that your child will use it for all four years of high school and throughout college as well.*
Check your tech DAILY. I recommend turning notifications on your Chrome browser or your cellphone for student emails and Google Classroom posts.
Be Kind to your classmates. Use encouraging words. Words such as shut up and stupid will not be tolerated.
Be Responsible. Be Respectful. You are responsible for your actions. You are responsible for your learning. Be honest. Be on task.
Be Prepared. Bring your math notebook, laptop, laptop charger, and pencil to class each and every day.
Be on Time. You are expected to be in your assigned seat with your notebook out and bags put away before the tardy bell rings.
Grading Scale
100 - 90 Outstanding Achievement
89 - 80 Above Average Achievement
79 - 70 Average Achievement
69 - 60 Below Average Achievement
69 -0 Unacceptable Achievement
Math is Fun: Simple definitions for mathematics vocabulary
Khan Academy: Video tutorials from a verified source!
Create a Graph: Desmos Graphing tool
As we adapt our student engagement and blended learning, you may see review games, assignments, or practice from the following websites:
Edulastic - Online grading platform. Students may complete practice, homework, quizzes, or tests using features like drag and drop, multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, matching, or free-response.
Desmos - In-class activities may as students to complete slides/questions at home
Quizizz - Online review game (despite the title this is not a quiz grade)
Kahoot - Online review game
NearPod - Interactive online PowerPoint