Mrs. Julie Ianno jianno@gcasd.

org
GAHS Room 104 website: mrsianno.weebly.com
(717)597-3226 ext. 10104

Algebra I Syllabus

Mission Statement:
To create and provide opportunities for all students to become lifelong learners and productive
citizens.

Prerequisite/Course Description:
Algebra I
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I in the middle school, or students who want a
better understanding of the main concepts of this foundational course.
This is a one-semester course, offering an accelerated overview of the major topics of Algebra I.
It will cover equations and inequalities, rules of exponents, factoring, systems of equations and
inequalities, and solving quadratic equations.

List of Topics:
Order of Operations
Integer Operations
Fractional Computations
Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
Simplifying Algebraic Expressions
Literal Equations
Solving First Degree Equations
Solving First Degree Inequalities
Lines
Rules of Exponents
Polynomials
Factoring
Rational Expressions

Textbook:
Algebra I: An Integrated Approach, AMSCO (Second Edition)

Materials:
a notebook and a folder with pockets OR a binder
pencils it is best to do math in pencil
a calculator

Class Expectations:
1. Arrive on time and prepared to work.
2. Respect yourself and others.

Procedures:
Typical Class Routine:
1. Daily warm-up Review or preview of course content completed in warm-up folder.
2. Go over homework Always do your homework! And check your homework! Thats when
you find out whether or not you know how to do the math!!
3. Learn new material Listen, pay attention, take notes, and ask questions!
4. Practice Practice is typically done in student-selected small groups. Ask questions if you
need help! Assignments not completed during class usually become homework.
5. Closure Summary, wrap-up, reminders, etc.


Grading Scale:
A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 65-69
F Below 65

PowerSchool:
PowerSchool can be accessed through the GASD website and provides parents and students with
24/7 access to the students grades. If you do not know your username/password or are having
trouble with PowerSchool, please contact the technology helpdesk at 717-597-3226 ext. 60900. I
typically update grades on Wednesdays.

Homework:
Homework will count as 10% of your course grade. It is graded for completeness, not accuracy.
It is worth 3 points and you may receive partial credit (3 complete, 2 more than half, 1 less than
half, 0 none). Homework will be checked and gone over every time it is assigned. There will be
no homework on Fridays.

Quizzes/Tests:
The remaining 90% of your grade will be comprised of quizzes (including warm-up and class
work checks) and tests. Quizzes and tests will always be announced. Students can expect at
least one quiz during each unit and a unit test at the end of the unit.

Quizzes will be returned and may be kept to review for the test. Tests will be returned and
discussed during class and then handed back in to maintain test integrity. Chapter assessments
are also used by the teacher for data analysis to guide/direct instruction.

Keystone Exam / Final Exam:
The Algebra I Keystone Exam has replaced the 11th grade PSSA. All semester Algebra I
students will take the Keystone Exam in January or May, depending on the semester they have
Algebra I. Proficiency on the Algebra I Keystone Exam is a graduation requirement.

There will still be a final exam at the end of the course that will count as 1/7 of the students
semester grade [2(M1) + 2(M2) + 2(M3) + F].

Absences:
Students are responsible for making up all assignments missed during an absence from school.
You will have the same number of days you were absent to make up the missing work. Please
refer to your class work/homework calendar for details.

Extra Help:
Arrangements can be made to stay after school during the activity period for extra help
from the teacher.
Peer tutoring is available through Student Services. See Mrs. Everetts for more
information.
www.khanacademy.com is an excellent online resource