Mrs. DeRoads

1. Mrs. DeRoads Algebra

2. Curriculum • Standards based • Operations with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, percents, positive and negative numbers • Solve, graph and write linear equations • Solve and graph linear inequalities • Solve systems of linear equations • Work with powers and exponents • Study quadratic equations, polynomials, and factoring • Use proportions and rational equations • Study functions and relations

3. Homework • Math content builds on what has previously been mastered. It is essential to do daily assignments. • Assignments are posted in class as well as on our website. Click on “Faculty”, DeRoads, Calendar. • Absences and late work are the students’ responsibility. Absent work is given full credit. Late work is given 70%. Unacceptable work is given a “Re-do for Credit” option. • Assignments MUST be done in pencil

4. How to Access On-Line Text and Homework Help • Go to my.hrw.com • User Name: dalgebra4 • Password: eagles • Or you may use the direct link on my school website

5. Grading System • Grades are 20% homework, class work, notebook, and extra credit, 80% quizzes and tests. A+ 100-98% A 97-93% A- 92-90% B+ 89-87% B 86-83% B- 82-80% C+ 79-78% C 77-73% C- 72-70% D+ 69-68% D 67-63% D- 62-60% F 59-0% • Citizenship grades are based upon compliance with the school and classroom rules. • Grades will be posted in the classroom. • You may also go to the link mygradebook.com to view grades.

6. How to Access Grades on the Internet • Go to www.mygradebook.com • Click the Students and Parents log in . • Click on Single Class • In the Class Word field, enter the period you wish to view, followed by: -deroads-1112. For example, period 1 would be: 1-deroads-1112 Click Enter. • Enter your student’s school ID # in the Student Password Field. Click log in.

7. Expectations • All students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that is conducive to creating a positive learning atmosphere for the entire class. • Rules • Follow directions the first time they are given • Be seated, ready to work BEFORE the bell rings • Keep hands, feet, objects to yourself • Bring necessary supplies to school each day • No putdowns, harassment or inappropriate language • Rewards • Praise – Lots of it!! • Positive notes, reports, phone calls • Special Privileges (within school policy) • Special Motivators • Consequences • First time a student disrupts – Verbal Warning • Second time a student disrupts – Name written on the board • Third time – Check by name. Sign behavior log. Two minute detention after class Fourth time-Lunch detention, referral, and or Administrative Escort called Severe Administrator, or designee sent to escort student to office. Referral. Parent contacted

8. How Parents Can Help • Please check to see that your student is writing down and completing daily assignments. Use the web site to double check on assigned work. • Ask questions about daily lessons, Can they explain what they learned to you? • Adequate supplies are their tools for success. They should have paper, pencils, and a red correcting pen EVERY day. Please check their supplies on a regular basis.

9. Communication • Please feel free to contact me at any time with questions or information about your child that could better help me relate to him or her. • You may e-mail me at peggy.deroads@smusd.org • You may phone me at (760) 290-2800 X3256.