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Welcome to Algebra 1A

Learn about the expectations and guidelines for Mrs. Horensky's Algebra 1A class, including behavior, assignments, grading policy, and important dates. Stay organized and prepared!

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Welcome to Algebra 1A

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  1. Welcome to Algebra 1A Mrs. Horensky

  2. COUGARS Classroom Expectations Cell phones and other electronic devices (earbuds) need to be put away during class (In the assigned envelope). If they are seen, they will be confiscated. On time is the best way to come to class. Once you enter class, sit in your assigned seat and complete the PDN problem. Utilize appropriate behavior in the classroom (Raise your hand when you want to speak. Do not eat or drink in class). Disruptive and/or negative behaviors (sleeping, talking, coming late to class, cell phone use, out of assigned seat) will result in points off on your Classroom Conduct grade. Get a pass to leave the classroom. You need to ask permission to get a pass first. Always come prepared for class. You need to bring your math textbook, notebook, and pencil with an eraser every day to class. Respect everyone and everything in the classroom at all times. Disrespect of any kind will not be tolerated. Stay in your seat until you are dismissed from class. Do not line up at the door.

  3. Calculators You are assigned a calculator to use this semester. Make sure that you take only your calculator and return the calculator when you are finished to the correct number slot.

  4. Textbooks • You will be assigned a textbook before you leave on the first day. • You must sign out the textbook to ensure that you will be returning it. • Please do not leave the textbooks in the room. • You are responsible to pay for the textbook if you lose it. • It will be announced on what days you will need to bring the textbook.

  5. Grading Policy

  6. Grading Policy Tests: will be announced and a review will be given before a test. If a student is absent on test day, they are expected to take the test on the day that they return to school. Quizzes: most quizzes will be announced, but a review will usually not be given. Homework: is expected to be fully completed when it is given. Problems must be written for full credit. Homework is graded on a scale of 0-5 depending of completeness. (You MUST show work on the homework assignments) Classwork: needs to be completed when it is assigned. These are not optional assignments and will impact your grade if not completed. Exam (Final): will be announced in advance and a review will be conducted before the exam. The exam will cover all the material that was taught throughout the entire semester. Classroom Conduct (Test Grade): behavior will be monitored daily. Negative behaviors will result in points off of this grade.

  7. Tests • Set up like Keystone Exams • 23 Multiple Choice • 3-4 Constructive Response Questions • Graded based on scale out of 30 points • There are only 3 tests in Algebra 1A! • Review sheets will be provided and reviewed before all tests! • Review sheets will be collected BEFORE all tests for an assignment grade! • Tests will be cumulative! This means that previous test questions can be on future tests! This problems will NOT be part of the review sheet.

  8. CDT • Will be given once during the semester • Counts as a test grade • Graded on a scale provided by the math department • Good prediction on how well you will preform on the Keystone Exam • GOAL of CDT: to show growth from Algebra 1A to Algebra 1B

  9. Algebra 1 Keystone Exam • You will be taking the Algebra 1 Keystone Exam in May 2020 • THIS IS A GRADUATION REQUIREMENT! • Algebra 1 Keystone Components • 2 Modules • 23 Multiple Choice (Only count 18 questions) • 4 Constructive Response (Only counts 3 CR’s) • Need about a 50% to pass!!

  10. Remind App • If you want your homework and assignments sent to your phone through the Remind App follow these steps: • Enter this number 81010 • Text this message @cahf8c8

  11. Missing Notes/Assignments • Missing assignments will be posted in the classroom. • Missing PowerPoint notes and worksheets will be posted on my website (no additional copies will be provided!) • It is the student’s responsibility to make up all missing assignments when they are absent. • Students will have one week to turn in all assignments or the 0 will stay.

  12. Student Folders • All students will be given a folder that will keep their tests and quizzes. • These folders will be kept in the classroom. • Most graded assignments and classwork will be given back and reviewed in class

  13. PDNs • PDN problems will be given everyday on the board/projector • Each PDN is worth 1 point and all work and answers that are given must be copied down for the point. • If you are absent, you are responsible for all missed PDNs • PDNs will be collected every 2 weeks for an assignment grade

  14. Study Island • Study Island will be implemented at least once a week to practice the skills you have learned in class. • If you score a 70% or higher on the assignment, you will receive a 100% for your assignment grade. • If you are absent, you must make up the Study Island assignments on your own time.

  15. Extra Credit • Extra Credit will be assigned once every quarter. • Extra Credit will always be in the form of an individual project • Will be graded based on a rubric and replace your lowest test/quiz grade (depending on the project)

  16. Material Covered This Semester • Unit 1: Properties of Real Numbers • Unit 2: Simplifying Expressions • Unit 3: Polynomials • Unit 4: Linear Equations • Unit 5: Linear Inequalities

  17. You are Invited… • To participate in this semester’s Sticker Challenge. What is the Sticker Challenge? Every A (93%-99%) you earn on tests and quizzes you will get 1 sticker. Every 100% you get on tests and quizzes you will get 2 stickers. How to win? The student who earns the most stickers at the end of the semester will not have to take the Final Exam!!! (If you get written up for any reason, you will automatically be disqualified from the challenge)

  18. First Assignment • The best way for me to contact your parents/guardians is through email. • Please have your parents/guardians fill out the Parent Email Letter and return to school no later than Friday, August 30. • On the back, write anything that you would like me to know about you. • This is an assignment grade worth 10 points!!

  19. Class Ice Breaker • Let’s introduce each other by choosing 3 different colored skittles and answering the following questions: DO NOT EAT THE SKITTLES UNTIL AFTER THE ACTIVITY! • Red: What is your dream job? • Orange: Are you in any clubs or sports? If so, what are they? If not, is there one that you would like to join? • Yellow: What is your favorite snack/candy? • Green: What are your plans when you leave high school? (College/university, work, military, etc.) • Purple: What is your favorite subject in school?

  20. QUESTIONS?? • If you have any questions, please ask in class or you can contact me through email: horenskya@hasdk12.org • Check my website for all the information on this presentation.

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