2555 Wieneke Road ●●● Saginaw, MI 48603 ●●● 989-791-4330

Mrs. Ruth Fabbro

1.0 Credit
Grade 9, 10

Course Description

The topics in Algebra 1 include, solving and graphing linear equations and inequalities, systems of linear equations, quadratic equations and graphs. rational exponents and logarithms. Students use inductive reasoning to investigate patterns and create mathematical models for real-world situations.   

Prerequisite: Eighth grade math, Algebra Essentials
Required Text: Algebra 1, MgDougal Littell

1. Properties of real numbers
2. Solving linear equations
3. Graphing linear equations and functions
4. Solving and graphing linear inequalities
5. Systems of linear equations and inequalities
6. Exponents and exponential functions
7. Quadratic equations and functions
8. Polynomials and factoring
9. Rational equations and functions
10. Radicals and connections to geometry
11. Rational exponents and logarithms

1. Textbook
2. Three ring binder (1 1/2" or 2") with dividers
3. Pencil and eraser
4. Calculator (Texas Instruments TI30, 34, or 36)
5. Loose leaf notebook paper and graph paper
6. Ruler

1. Students are expected to be in their assigned seat when the bell rings. Have homework and note paper out and ready. Students are expected to contribute positively to the learning environment in the classroom. Ask questions and seek out help when confused.
2. There will be a math assignment every day. I will not collect homework but it will be checked at the beginning of class the day it is due. I will be checking whether or not all the problems are completed and all work is shown and for neatness. Using a pencil will be to your advantage. A problem will be on the board for you to be working on while I am checking the homework. Late homework is not accepted.
3. Every student is expected to take class notes every day. They should be clearly labeled with the section we are covering. They should include sample problems work out.
4. Each student will use a three ring binder with the following sections:
          a. Class notes
          b. Homework
          c. Returned quizzes and tests
          d. Handouts
          e. Vocabulary and definitions
   The three ring binder will be turned in at each test and graded for completeness and neatness.
5. There will be a quiz or test each week. Quizzes may be announced or unannounced. If a quiz or test is missed because of an absence, it must be made up before or after schools as soon as the student returns or when scheduled by the student and teacher. You must speak to me about a missed test or quiz the day you return or you may received a zero. If a student does poorly on a test, I will allow a retake if the student shows evidence of getting tutored and it must be done before the next test.
6. Extra Credit: I will post a Problem of the Week each week for extra credit. I will also have some extra credit problems on each test.
7. A first and second semester cumulative exam will be given.
8. A quarterly progress report will be given to all students to be signed by parents and returned. You can also check your grade on the website.
9. It is the students' responsibility to find out what they missed when they were absent and make up the work. You have one day to make up work for each day missed. If it is a pre-arranged absence, you are responsible to get the assignments before the absence and turn them in the day you return.

Course Grade determination:
                                            Point Value                               Approximate Percentage of Grade
Homework                                3                                                              20%
Quizzes                                     10-15                                                       20%
Tests                                         100                                                          50%
Notebook                                  20                                                           10%