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=LINK TO CLASS RESOURCES= = = =**Welcome to Algebra II CP 11th Grade**=

Room: D113
Hard Copy of Course Overview

**Course Overview**
This is the second course in the Algebra sequence. Topics introduced in Algebra 1 are further developed and expanded. These include: performing basic operations with real numbers and polynomials, solving equations, inequalities, and investigating both linear and quadratic equations. In addition, several new topics (rational expressions, radicals, and complex numbers) will be studied. PSSA Topics are also included through out the school year to help prepare students for the graduation requirement of passing the PSSA Math.

To the parent/guardian:
I am truly interested in enlisting you as an educational resource for your child. I would like you to take this opportunity to review the materials on this website or the hard copies I have given to your children. Please familiarize yourself with the rules, procedures, and expectations that I have included, and encourage your child to understand their importance in creating an appropriate, healthy learning atmosphere both at home and at school.

To the student: Below are the expectations and rights for both of us.

 * **YOU are expected to**: || **MR****. NOCTOR is expected to**: ||
 * * come prepared for class every day
 * participate in class every day
 * do the daily homework/classwork
 * work together cooperatively in your groups
 * formulate and ask questions
 * have some fun
 * expect some difficulty || * come prepared to teach every day
 * help students learn the concepts of algebra
 * be available outside of class for questions
 * give advice when asked
 * give students timely feedback
 * have some fun
 * keep a friendly, productive, and safe learning environment ||
 * **YOU have the right to:** || **MR. NOCTOR has the right to:** ||
 * * be treated with respect by everyone in class
 * work in a learning environment
 * professional instruction from Mr. Noctor || * be treated with respect by all his students
 * teach in a learning environment
 * enforce all school and classroom rules
 * expect the most from his students! ||

**Materials**
//**Notebook:**// A 3-ring binder for the exclusive use for Algebra is required. This notebook will become the most important Algebra resource the students will have. It should be at least one inch wide. This notebook will be checked randomly for credit.

//**Textbook:**// Every student will be assigned a textbook. The textbook is not the primary source of knowledge in this class. The textbook is helpful and is an extra resource for the student to use outside of class.

//**Pencil:**// In any math class a pencil is a necessity. The need to erase is common. If work is completed sloppily in pen then no credit will be given for the assignment/test.

//**Calculator:**// Each student should have their own calculator to use in class and for homework. Calculators will always be available in class but they will never be available for students to take home. Any basic function calculator is acceptable. I recommend the Texas Instruments [|TI-30XIIs].

**Classroom Rules**

 * · Respect yourself:** Come to class on time and prepared to learn. Have your notebook, paper, pencil, and homework assignment everyday.
 * · Respect the teacher:** Follow directions, listen, use respectful language.
 * · Respect other students:** Keep feet, hands, and objects to self. Use respectful language, no put downs or profanity.
 * · Respect school property:** Take care of books, desks, and other school-owned property.

**Classroom Policies**
· No food or drink and no audible or visible gum. · All unauthorized electronic devices in use will be confiscated as per school policy. · Students not in the classroom when the bell rings will be counted as tardy. · Homework is due the date assigned. No partial credit will be given for late work. · If a student is absent, it is the student’s responsibility to ask for make-up assignments with in the day of return. · When the dismissal bell rings, students will be dismissed by the teacher once they are seated and quiet. · No grooming, lotion, perfume, or other cosmetics in the classroom. · All bags/purses will be kept on the ground clear of the aisles.

Grades
· Grades will be based upon textbook checks, homework, projects, StudyIsland assignments, computer/calculator activities and quizzes/tests. There will be a cumulative midterm at the end of the first semester and a cumulative final examination at the end of the second semester. · Homework is assigned daily and is worth four points each. Four points will be awarded for a complete homework assignment. Two points will be awarded for an assignment that is over half complete but not finished. Zero points will be awarded if less then half of the assignment has been completed. · Consequences for cheating will be dictated by the PHS policy on cheating contained in the PHS Student Handbook. Cutting or cheating on an evaluation will result in a zero. · I offer no individual extra credit. = =