Course Information for the 2012-2013 School Year

 

Course Description:  This course emphasizes the principles of Algebra 1 at a rigor and pace reflective of an Honors program.

 

Teacher’s Goals, Expectations, and Student Participation: Students are expected to be on time to class and prepared for the class activities. Class will usually start with a “Do Now” problem which is to be completed at the start of class. I expect classroom rules, as well as school wide rules to be followed in class.  There will be homework almost every night, and you should expect a quiz every 2 to 3 sections. A test will be given at the end of each Chapter.

 

 

Course Materials:You will need a notebook with 3 sections; one for classwork and “Do Now “ problems, one for
 notes, and one for homework. You should bring this notebook to class every day along with a writing utensil and any 
homework due that day. You should also have your own scientific calculator as it is difficult to provide a full class
 set and I cannot guarantee that I will have enough to go around. 

 

Assessment Procedures and Policies:

 

MP1:

Summer Assignment and First Test  - 20%

Tests – 50%

Quizzes – 20%

Homework/ Class work/Class Participation – 10%

 

MP2, MP3, MP4:

Tests –  60%

Quizzes – 30%

Homework/Class work/Class Participation – 10%

 

Each Marking Period is 22% of your Y1 grade, the other 12% is the Final Exam.

 

Contact Information:

 

Email Address:  mnardone@hopatcongschools.org

Extra Help is available by appointment before and after school as well as during the day if arranged ahead of time. See me if you need help!!!