CCGPS Coordinate Algebra with Support Syllabus

Allison Russell
Allison.russell@cobbk12.org
Classroom: 525 Office: 124
Blog: http://msrussellsblogkmhs.blogspot.com/


DESCRIPTION: CCGPS Coordinate Algebra is the first in a four course series of high school
mathematics.

GRADING POLICY FOR STUDENTS CCGPS COORDINATE ALGEBRA A (FALL SEMESTER):
Tests 45% Tests will be given at the end of each unit of study.
Quizzes 35% Quizzes based on new concepts will be given as needed.
Classwork/Homework 20% Work in the form of homework, class work, interactive notebooks,
and other formative assessments will be assigned each day for practice and reinforcement of
topics. These assignments will be graded at the teachers discretion for completion, accuracy,
or a combination of both. Homework quizzes will be utilized to assess understanding of
classwork/homework concepts. Classwork/Homework will NOT be accepted late.

Appropriate work must be shown to support your answer on all assignments and assessments.

GRADING POLICY FOR STUDENTS WHO ENTERED HIGH SCHOOL IN FALL 2011 OR AFTER-
CCGPS COORDINATE ALGEBRA B (SPRING SEMESTER):
Tests 40% Tests will be given at the end of each unit of study.
Quizzes 30% Quizzes based on new concepts will be given as needed.
Classwork/Homework 10% Work in the form of homework, class work, interactive notebooks,
and other formative assessments will be assigned each day for practice and reinforcement of
topics. These assignments will be graded at the teachers discretion for completion, accuracy,
or a combination of both. Homework quizzes will be utilized to assess understanding of
classwork/homework concepts. Classwork/Homework will NOT be accepted late.
EOC 20% State mandated End of Course Test

GRADING POLICY FOR STUDENTS WHO ENTERED HIGH SCHOOL PRIOR TO FALL 2011-
CCGPS COORDINATE ALGEBRA B (SPRING SEMESTER):
Tests 45% Tests will be given at the end of each unit of study.
Quizzes 30% Quizzes based on new concepts will be given as needed.
Classwork/Homework 10% Work in the form of homework, class work, interactive notebooks,
and other formative assessments will be assigned each day for practice and reinforcement of
topics. These assignments will be graded at the teachers discretion for completion, accuracy,
or a combination of both. Homework quizzes will be utilized to assess understanding of
classwork/homework concepts. Classwork/Homework will NOT be accepted late.
EOC 15% State mandated End of Course Test

Appropriate work must be shown to support your answer on all assignments and assessments.

GRADING POLICY for students CCGPS Algebra Support
Support Grades 100% Assignments include work in the form of worksheets, group activities,
reviews, and games which are designed to reinforce topics covered in class. These assignments
will be graded at the teachers discretion for completion, accuracy, or a combination of both.


CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS: All rules in the student handbook are in effect and will be enforced
BE READY Be prompt, prepared, and participate in ALL class activities
BE RESPECTFUL of yourself, others, and their property
BE RESPONSIBLE for all assignments, materials, and your behavior
Students must have their own agenda filled out to enter or leave the classroom.

Realize that as a result of any offense, I will issue one or more of the following consequences:
Warning
Conference with student
Phone call to parent/guardian
Referral to the appropriate administrator

REQUIRED DAILY MATERIALS: You will need to come prepared every day with any due assignment,
paper, pencil and/or pen, textbook, and your own scientific calculator. The recommended calculator for
this course is the TI-30XS Multiview. Your cell phone cannot be used for a calculator.

COURSE BLOG for students & parents: http://msrussellsblogkmhs.blogspot.com/
The blog will be updated at least once per week with assignments, worksheets, upcoming test dates,
etc.

ABSENTEE POLICY: Although it is essential that you attend every class, sometimes absences cannot
be avoided. If you are absent, check with classmates and the blog for any assignments missed. If you
are absent on review day, you are still responsible for any previously scheduled tests or quizzes.

Refer to the student handbook for policy regarding make-up work.

EXTRA CREDIT: Extra Credit is NOT an option for making up work or improving low averages.

EXTRA HELP: I am generally available for help on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 7:45 8:15 in
my office. You are welcome to come see me with questions if you are paying attention in class and
completing your homework. Please come to the help sessions with specific questions from attempted
problems.

MONITORING STUDENT PROGRESS THROUGH ONLINE GRADEBOOK: The ability to access
grades online will be available to each student and parent. We strongly encourage you to monitor your
grade regularly so any concerns you may have can be addressed in a timely manner. Please feel free to
e-mail me with any questions or concerns about your students progress. If you experience difficulty
accessing your grades online, I will be glad to assist you in understanding this process.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES: Electronic devices are not permitted during assessments. For assessment,
all electronic devices should be placed in bookbags. Bookbags and personal belongings will be placed at
the front of the classroom during quizzes and tests until all students are finished with the
assessment. If a student is found with an electronic device during an assessment, it will result in a
grade of zero.

COMMUNICATION: I want this class to be a productive learning experience. E-mail is the best way
to contact me. Please feel free to e-mail me regarding any questions or concerns. My e-mail address is
allison.russell@cobbk12.org.

TEXTBOOK: There will be a hard copy textbook issued to each student. They are responsible for
bringing the textbook to class daily. We will update about online access to the textbook
materials as it is available to us. The textbook used is the Holt McDougal Coordinate Algebra,
Georgia Edition.

ADDITIONAL ONLINE RESOURCES: These are some helpful websites for
students who need additional reinforcement in concepts presented in class. These
resources provide students with extra help, instructional tutorials, and extra
practice. Also check the blog for links to additional online resources as they are
updated through the school year.

Ask Dr. Math!
http://mathforum.org/dr.math/

Free Online Math Help & Practice
http://www.math.com/

Free Online Math Tutorial
http://www.khanacademy.org/

http://www.gomath.com/

USA Test Prep: practice for the EOCT or GHSGT
http://www.usatestprep.com


Grade Repair

1. Kennesaw Mountain High School will be participating in credit recovery through student
initiated remediation for students who made a failing grade (69 or below) on a unit test in an
EOCT class. Recovery will be done through retesting of unit content material or an online
assessment. The student must attend a Saturday session (dates to be determined by the
school) to take the retest within the timeframe determined by the teacher. Alternate
retesting plans may occur if the Saturday sessions are not compatible with the return date of
the test. The retest must be completed on the determined retesting date following the return
of the original unit assessment. For example, the unit 1 retest can not be taken during the unit
2 retest date.
a. Procedure
i. Student receives a failing grade (69 or below) on a unit test.
ii. Student will ask for a remediation plan for the test from his or her
teacher. This should include making corrections to the original test and
reworking any provided test reviews. It is the students responsibility to
seek help on concepts not understood on the original test.
iii. Teacher will provide the pencil and paper retest or the online Nova Net (or
other online resource sections) as appropriate for the student to complete
during Saturday session.
iv. Teacher will notify the Saturday recovery teacher of the assignments.
v. Student will complete provided pencil and paper study guides and make
corrections to the original test and complete online quizzes if applicable prior
to the Saturday recovery class.
vi. Students cannot take their retest until Saturday under the supervision of the
recovery teacher.
vii. Student will attend the Saturday recovery sessions promptly at 8 a.m. to noon.
viii. Saturday Recovery teacher will check quiz grades if appropriate. If all work
indicates that the student has been successful, the teacher will approve the
student to take the first test (NovaNet only).
ix. The maximum grade for pencil and paper retests is 70%. If a student scores an
80 on all NovaNet tests assigned, the Saturday recovery teacher will notify the
students teacher that all tests were 80 or higher.
x. The remediation teacher will notify the students teacher of the scores, and
those that pass with an 80 or better will have their failing test grade changed
from the failing grade (69 or below) to a 70.
The syllabus is a working document and as new information is obtained from the school or county, any
changes and amendments will be posted to the blog.