Welcome to Algebra IA Dickinson High School 281-229-6400

1. Welcome to Algebra IA Dickinson High School 281-229-6400 Teacher: Melanie Wegner Email: mwegner@dickinsonisd.org • IV.Course Description • Algebra IA is a semester course designed to explore algebraic topics including, but not limited to: • Creating & using equations • Formulas & Expressions • Graphing functions • Inequalities • Students will explore data, graph both linear and quadratic equations, and apply analysis based on real world situations. This course is designed to use the graphing calculator to explore relationships of numbers and graphs. Students will also be prepared to take and be successful on the Math STAAR given at the end of the year. I.Materials Needed A. 3 ring binder B. Plenty of #2 Pencils C. Notebook Paper D. Composition Book E. 1 box of Tissue F. Hand sanitizer G. Graph paper II.Notebook & Homework A. Composition books are essential. It will consist of your notes & vocabulary; it will serve as a resource in class. It will stay in class and be graded each 9 weeks. B. Algebra students will have homework every week. It is designed to ensure success for the tests. V. Classroom Expectations A. Prompt – Students need to be in their desk with supplies ready when the bell rings. B. Prepared – Students need to have proper supplies ( pencils, notebook, homework, etc.) C. Polite – Students will pay attention and not talk during instructions. Students will follow instructions. D. Participation – Students are required to participate by completing all work and answering questions in class. E. Practice – It is essential for students to practice what is learned in class. This is done through class work and homework. III.Absences & Tutorials A. In the event you are absent, it is your responsibility to make-up all work as soon as possible. B. Tutorials are offered every Monday, Tuesday & Thursday from 2:45-4:45 in the library. Bus service is available. Sign up in the counselors office. Student Signature: ____________________________ Parent Signature: _________________________ Parents email ________________________________ Parents Contact phone # ____________________

2. Welcome to Algebra IA Dickinson High School 281-229-6560 Teacher: Kathy Brown Email: kbrown@dickinsonisd.org • IV.Course Description • Algebra IA is a semester course designed to explore algebraic topics including, but not limited to: • Creating & using equations • Formulas & Expressions • Graphing functions • Inequalities • Students will explore data, graph both linear and quadratic equations, and apply analysis based on real world situations. This course is designed to use the graphing calculator to explore relationships of numbers and graphs. Students will also be prepared to take and be successful on the Math STAAR given at the end of the year. I.Materials Needed A. 3 ring binder B. Plenty of #2 Pencils C. Notebook Paper D. Composition Book E. 1 box of Tissue F. Hand sanitizer G. Graph paper II.Notebook & Homework A. Composition books are essential. It will consist of your notes & vocabulary; it will serve as a resource in class. It will stay in class and be graded each 9 weeks. B. Algebra students will have homework every week. It is designed to ensure success for the tests. V. Classroom Expectations A. Prompt – Students need to be in there desk with supplies ready when the bell rings. B. Prepared – Students need to have proper supplies ( pencils, notebook, homework, etc.) C. Polite – Students will pay attention and not talk during instructions. Students will follow instructions. D. Participation – Students are required to participate by completing all work and answering questions in class. E. Practice – It is essential for students to practice what is learned in class. This is done through class work and homework. III.Absences & Tutorials A. In the event you are absent, it is your responsibility to make-up all work as soon as possible. B. Tutorials are offered every Monday, Tuesday & Thursday from 2:45-4:45 in the library. Bus service is available. Sign up in the counselors office. Student Signature: ____________________________ Parent Signature: _________________________ Parents email ________________________________ Parents Contact phone # ____________________

3. Welcome to Algebra 2-A Dickinson High School 281-229-6555 Teacher: Karyn Nemeth Email: knemeth@dickinsonisd.org I.Materials Needed A. 3 ring binder B. Notebook Paper C. Plenty of #2 Pencils *EXTRA CREDIT* Box of Tissues Graph paper • IV.Course Description • Algebra 2-A is a semester course designed to explore algebraic topics including, but not limited to: • Functional relationships, (Linear, Quadratic) • Two variable Inequalities • Systems of linear equations, Matrices • Inverse Functions, Square Root Functions Students will explore data, graph linear, quadratic, and square root equations, and apply analysis based on real world situations. This course is designed to use the graphing calculator to explore relationships of numbers and graphs. Students will also be prepared to take and be successful on the Math TAKS given in April, 2011. II.Notebook & Book Policy A. Notebooks are essential. It will consist of your notes & work; it will serve as a resource in this Algebra program. B. If student has access to internet, they can go online to access the textbook C. If student has no access then students will be allowed to check out a Textbook in the library V.Grades A. Minimum of 3 Tests every nine weeks – 50% B. Minimum of 3 Projects and Quizzes – 30% C. Daily Average – 20% {Includes In-class assignments, notebook, homework, calculator activities, computer lessons, etc} • III.Absences and Tutoring • A. In the event you are absent, it is your responsibility to make-up all work as soon as possible • Tutorials are offered every Tuesday & Thursday from 2:40 – 3:15 pm.. • Lighted Windows/Open Doors in the library. Tuesday/Thursday 5-8pm. VI. TeachersRoomExtention M. Milutin K-205 6522 L. Honings K-210 6587 D. Coben K-206 M. Sauceda B-108 6451 K. Broom-Farias

4. Welcome to Algebra 2-B Dickinson High School 281-229-6400 Teacher: Lorae Honings Email: lhonings@dickinsonisd.org Room: K-206 Extension: 6536 I.Materials Needed A. Binder or folder B. Notebook Paper C. Plenty of #2 Pencils • IV.Course Description • Algebra 2-B is a semester course designed to explore algebraic topics including, but not limited to: • Inverse Functions • Square Root Functions • Irrational Functions • Conics Students will explore data, graph equations, and apply analysis based on real world situations. This course is designed to use the graphing calculator to explore relationships of numbers and graphs. Students will also be prepared to take and be successful on the Math TAKS given on April, 2010. II.Notebook & Book Policy A. Notebooks are essential. It will consist of your notes & work; it will serve as a resource in this Algebra program. B. If student has access to internet, they can go online to access the textbook C. If student has no access then students will be allowed to check out a Textbook in the library V.Grades A. Minimum of 3 Tests every nine weeks – 50% B. Minimum of 3 Projects and Quizzes – 30% C. Daily Average – 20% {Includes In-class assignments, notebook, homework, calculator activities, etc.} III.Absences A. In the event you are absent, it is your responsibility to make-up all work as soon as possible! B. Tutorials are offered every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30-3:15 pm. The library will be open every Tuesday and Thursday for tutorials from 5 – 8pm.. • TeachersRoomExtention • K. Nemeth K-203 6555 • M. Milutin K-205 6522 • C. Ramirez B106 6488 • L. Lamar B102 6554 • K. Broom K213 6449 • S. Neves K206 6439 • L. Honings K210 6587 Student Signature: ____________________________ Parent Signature: _________________________

5. Welcome to Geometry A Dickinson High School 281-229-6400 Teacher: ____Mrs. Ortiz___________ Email: ____sortiz@dickinsonisd.org • I.Materials Needed • Braded folder with pockets • Notebook Paper • Plenty of #2 Pencils • Map pencils 12 pack • Box of Tissues • IV.Course Description • Geometry A is a semester course designed to explore topics including, but not limited to: • Review of basic concepts • Geometric thinking and spatial reasoning • Geometric figures and their properties • The relationship between geometry, and other mathematics and other disciplines. • Tools for geometric thinking • Underlying mathematical processes • Students will also be prepared to take and be successful on the Math TAKS given on April, 2008. II.Notebook & Book Policy A. Notebooks are essential. It will consist of your notes & work; it will serve as a resource in this Geometry program. B. If student has access to internet, they can go online to access the textbook www.classzone.com C. If student has no access then students will be allowed to check out a Textbook in the library V.Grades A. Minimum of 2 Tests every six weeks – 50% B. Minimum of 4 Projects and Quizzes – 30% C. Daily Average – 20% {Includes In-class assignments, notebook, homework, calculator activities, etc.} VI. TeachersRoomExtention L. Lamar J-203 6554 S. Ortiz J-207 6553 D. Pierson K-204 6575 E. Ricicar J-201 L. Saenz K-207 6423 K. Thorne K-202 6459 N. Soleimani J-2066560 III.Absences A. In the event you are absent, it is your responsibility to make-up all work as soon as possible B. Ask your teacher about Perfect Attendance Awards. Student Signature: ____________________________ Parent Signature: _________________________

6. Welcome to Geometry B Dickinson High School 281-229-6400 Ext. 6536 Teacher: Christina Hurtado Email: Churtado@dickinsonisd.org • I.Materials Needed • 3-ring binder (1 in) • Spiral • Plenty of #2 Pencils • Map pencils 12 pack • Box of Tissues • IV.Course Description • Geometry B is a semester course designed to explore topics including, but not limited to: • Review of basic concepts • Geometric thinking and spatial reasoning • Geometric figures and their properties • The relationship between geometry, and other mathematics and other disciplines. • Tools for geometric thinking • Underlying mathematical processes • Students will also be prepared to take and be successful on the Math TAKS given on April, 2010. II.Notebook & Book Policy A We will be using the 3-ring binder to build a portfolio. B. Classroom sets of books will be used. If student has access to internet, they can go online to access the textbook __________________________ C. If student has no access then students will be allowed to check out a Textbook in the library V.Grades A. Minimum of 3 Tests every nine weeks – 50% B. Minimum 4 Quizzes – 30% C. Daily Average – 20% {Includes In-class assignments, homework, calculator activities, etc.} VI. TeachersRoomExtention D. Pierson K-204 6575 III.Absences A. In the event you are absent, it is your responsibility to make-up all work as soon as possible Student Signature: ____________________________ Parent Signature: _________________________

7. Welcome to Algebra 2-A Pre-AP Dickinson High School 281-229-6400 Teacher: __________________________ Email: ____________________________ • IV.Course Description • Algebra 2-A Pre-AP is a semester course designed to explore algebraic topics including, but not limited to: • Functional relationships, (Linear, Quadratic) • Two variable Inequalities • Systems of linear equations, Matrices • Inverse Functions, Square Root Functions Students will explore data, graph linear, quadratic, and square root equations, and apply analysis based on real world situations. This course is designed to use the graphing calculator to explore relationships of numbers and graphs. Students will also be prepared to take and be successful on the Math TAKS given on April, 2007. I.Materials Needed A. 3-Ring Binder (1½ in) B. Notebook Paper C. Plenty of #2 Pencils D. Box of Tissues II.Notebook & Book Policy A. Notebooks are essential. It will consist of your notes & work; it will serve as a resource in this Algebra program. B. If student has access to internet, they can go online to access the textbook __________________________ C. If student has no access to the internet then students will be allowed to check out a Textbook in the library V.Grades A. Minimum of 2 Tests every six weeks – 60% B. Minimum of 4 Projects and Quizzes – 30% C. Daily Average – 10% {Includes In-class assignments, notebook, homework, calculator activities, etc.} VI. TeachersRoomExtention K. Baklashev J-202 6549 K. Broom K-204 6554 M. Milutin K-205 6522 III.Absences A. In the event you are absent, it is your responsibility to make-up all work as soon as possible B. Ask your teacher about Perfect Attendance Awards. Student Signature: ____________________________ Parent Signature: _________________________

8. Welcome to Pre-Calculus Pre-AP Dickinson High School 281-229-6522 Teacher: Margaret Milutin Email: mmilutin@dickinsonisd.org I.Materials Needed A. 3-Ring Binder (1½ in) B. Notebook/Graph Paper C. Plenty of #2 Pencils **Extra Credit** Box of Tissues Graph Paper • IV.Course Description • Pre-Calculus is a year course designed to explore topics including, but not limited to: • Factoring & Complex Fractions • Polynomial, Power, & Rational Functions & Graphs • Exponential, Logistic, & Logarithmic Functions • Trigonometric Functions • Analytic Trigonometry • Conics • An Introduction to Calculus: Limits, Derivatives, & Integrals Students will also be prepared to take and be recognized as commended on the Math TAKS given in April, 2011. II.Notebook & Book Policy A. Notebooks are essential and most be in class each day. B. Textbooks will be issued through the library. __________________________ • III.Absences • A. In the event you are absent, it is your responsibility to make-up all work as soon as possible • Tutorials are offered every Tuesday & Thursday from 2:40 – 3:15 pm. • Lighted Windows/Open Doors in library. Tuesday/Thursday • 5:00 – 8:00pm V.Grades A. Minimum of 3 Tests every nine weeks – 60% B. Minimum of 3 Projects and Quizzes – 30% C. Daily Average – 10% {Includes In-class assignments, notebook, homework, calculator activities, etc.} • Teachers RoomExtention • C. Hurtado J-208 6536 • M. Milutin K-205 6522

9. Welcome to Pre-Calculus Dickinson High School 281-229-6587 Teacher: Lorae Honings Email: lhonings@dickinsonisd.org I.Materials Needed A. 3-Ring Binder (1½ in) B. Notebook paper C. Plenty of #2 Pencils D. 4 function calculator *EXTRA CREDIT * Box of tissues Graph paper • IV.Course Description • Pre-Calculus is a year course designed to explore topics including, but not limited to: • Graphical, Numerical, and Algebraic Modeling of Functions • Problem Solving • Conceptual Understanding • With Emphasis of Technology Students will also be prepared to take and be recognized as commended on the Math TAKS given on April, 2011. II.Notebook Policy A. Notebooks are essential and most be in class each and every day. __________________________ V.Grades A. Minimum of 3 Tests every nine weeks – 50% B. Minimum of 3 Projects and Quizzes – 30% C. Daily Average – 20% {Includes In-class assignments, notebook, homework, calculator activities, etc.} • III.Absences • A. In the event you are absent, it is your responsibility to make-up all work as soon as possible • Tutorials are offered every Tuesday & Thursday from 2:40 – 3:15 pm.. • Open Windows/Lighted Doors in the library every Tuesday and Thursday 5-8pm. VI. TeachersRoomExtention L. Honings K-202 6587 K. Nemeth K-204 6555

10. Welcome to Geometry A Pre-AP Dickinson High School 281-229-6400 Teacher: __________________________ Email: ____________________________ • Materials Needed • Notebook Paper • Pencils • Colored Pens • V.Course Description • Geometry A Pre-AP is a semester course designed to explore topics including, but not limited to: • Review of basic concepts • Geometric thinking and spatial reasoning • Geometric figures and their properties • The relationship between geometry, and other mathematics and other disciplines. • Tools for geometric thinking • Underlying mathematical processes • Students will also be prepared to take and be successful on the Math TAKS given on April, 2011. • II. Extra Credit • Graph paper • Note cards III.Absences A. In the event you are absent, it is your responsibility to make-up all work as soon as possible VI.Grades A. Minimum of 3 Tests every 9-weeks – 50% B. Minimum of 4 Quizzes every 9-weeks– 30% C. Daily Average – 10% D. Benchmark – 10% • Tutorials • Tues./Thurs. 2:30-3:15 • Lighted Windows/ Open Doors • Tues./Thurs. 5-8 PM • Additional times by teacher listed on their website. VII. TeachersRoomExtention D. Pierson K-204 6575 L. Saenz K-207 6423 Student Signature: ____________________________ Parent Signature: _________________________

11. Welcome to Math Models A Dickinson High School 281-229-6400 Teacher: Mrs. Ortiz Email: sortiz@dickinsonisd.org • IV.Course Description • Math Models A is a semester course designed to explore Geometric topics including, but not limited to: • Probability • Interpret Graphs • Solve for unknown values given Geometric Properties • Students will explore data, graph both linear and quadratic equations, and apply analysis based on real world situations. This course is designed to use the graphing calculator to explore relationships of numbers and graphs. Students will also be prepared to take and be successful on the Math TAKS given on April, 2011. I.Materials Needed A. 1 in. 3-Ring Binder B. Plenty of #2 Pencils C. Notebook Paper D. Protractor E. Graph Paper II.Notebook & Book Policy A. Notebooks are essential. It will consist of your notes & work; it will serve as a resource in this Math program. __________________________ B. Students will be supplied a book when necessary during class. V.Grades A. Minimum of 3 Tests every nine weeks – 50% B. Minimum of 4 Projects and Quizzes – 30% C. Daily Average – 20% {Includes In-class assignments, notebook, homework, calculator activities, computer lessons, etc} VI. TeachersRoomExtention S. Ortiz B-104 6553 S. Gause B-101 6549 L. Lamar B-102 6554 III.Absences A. In the event you are absent, it is your responsibility to make-up all work as soon as possible B. Ask your teacher about Perfect Attendance Awards. Student Signature: ____________________________ Parent Signature: _________________________

12. Welcome to Math Models B Dickinson High School 281-229-6449 Teacher: Mrs. Kati Farias Email: kbroom@dickinsonisd.org • Notebook (Spiral) • A. Notebooks are essential. They will serve as • your textbook and resource in this TAKS program. • B. Students are expected to take notes: • ** Note quizzes will given • Absences • A. In the event you are absent, it is your responsibility • to make-up all work as soon as possible • B. If you miss a test, you will need to make it up before • or after-school or by appointment • Materials Needed • A. Plenty of #2 Pencils • B. Spiral (for notes) • C. Graphing calculator • Grades • A. Minimum of 3 Tests every nine weeks – 50% • B. Minimum of 3 Projects and Quizzes – 30% • C. DailyAverage – 20% {Includes In-class assignments, notebook, homework, calculator activities, computer lessons, etc} • Rules and Procedures • A. Have at least 2 pencils • sharpened before tardy • bell rings • B. Be in seat when tardy • the bell rings • C. Follow directions first • time given • D. RESPECT others, their • possessions and space • E. Follow all rules as stated • in Student Handbook • RE-Test Dates: • March 4, 2010 • April 28, 2010 Student Signature: ____________________________ Parent Signature: ______________________________

13. Welcome to Algebra I-A Dickinson High School 281-229-6400 Teacher: ____________________ Email: ______________________ • IV.Course Description • Algebra I-A is a semester course designed to explore algebraic topics including, but not limited to: • Creating & using equations • Formulas & Expressions • Graphing functions • Inequalities • Students will explore data, graph both linear and quadratic equations, and apply analysis based on real world situations. This course is designed to use the graphing calculator to explore relationships of numbers and graphs. • Students will also be prepared to take and be successful on the Math TAKS given in April, 2009. I.Materials Needed A. 1 in. 3-Ring Binder B. Plenty of #2 Pencils C. Notebook Paper D. Dividers E. Calculator (TI-83) {optional} II.Notebook & Book Policy A. Notebooks are essential. It will consist of your notes & work; it will serve as a resource in this Algebra program. B. If student has access to internet, they can go online to access the textbook __________________________ C. If student has no access then students will be allowed to check out a Textbook in the library V.Grades A. Minimum of 2 Tests every six weeks – 50% B. Minimum of 4 Projects and Quizzes – 30% C. Daily Average – 20% {Includes In-class assignments, notebook, homework, calculator activities, computer lessons, etc} III.Absences A. In the event you are absent, it is your responsibility to make-up all work as soon as possible B. Ask your teacher about Perfect Attendance Awards. C. Tutorials are offered every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30-3:15. The library will be open every Tuesday and Thursday for tutorials. VI. TeachersRoomExtention L. Honings K-210 6587 M. Milutin K-205 6522 C. Ramirez K-209 6488 N. Soleimani J-206 6560