Intensified Algebra 1

Course Information

Course Outline

This course is composed of 8

units:

Unit 1: Getting started with Algebra

Unit 2: Introduction to functions

and equations

Unit 3: Rate of change

Unit 4: Linear functions

Unit 5: Linear equations and

inequalities

Unit 6: Systems of linear equations

Unit 7: Exponential and quadratic

functions

Unit 8: Solution methods for

quadratic equations

Exams will be given at the end

of each Unit. It is very

important to study to be fully

prepared.

Quizzes and district

assessments will be done

throughout the year!

Mrs. Guerra is expected to:

Come prepared to teach every day

Help students learn concepts of

Algebra

Be available outside of class for

questions

Give advice when asked

Give students timely feedback

Have some fun

Be stumped by a few questions

Expectations of students with a substitute:

Respect the substitute as if he/she

was a teacher.

Complete all assignments given

before the bell rings.

Turn in all assignments to the

substitute (any kept assignments

will not be accepted)

ALL classroom rules apply

Leave the classroom the way it is

TEACHER: MRS. ESENIA GUERRA

ROOM: H-112

PHONE: (956) 354-2360

CELL: (956) 393-7464 NO CALLS AFTER 9 P.M.

E-MAIL: ESENIA.GUERRA@PSJAISD.US

WEBPAGE:

Course Philosophy

The purpose of this course is to help

students become successful in

mathematical reasoning, effective

communication, making connections, and

problem solving.

Daily Lesson Structure

Opener 5-10 minutes

Lesson preview 1-5 minutes

Core activity (Instruction) 25-35 minutes

Process homework 10 minutes

Consolidation activity 20-25 minutes

Wrap-up/homework 5 minutes

Homework will be given out on a consistent basis, which

should take about 30-40 minutes outside of class time.

Tutoring Hours:

Mondays & Tuesdays

7:35-7:50 A.M.

3:30-4:30 P.M.

Grading Scale

90-100 = A

80-89 = B

70-79 = C

65-69 = D

Below 65% is a failing grade

Grade Categories

Six Weeks Exam— 15%

Classwork— 10%

Homework— 10%

Project(s)— 10%

Quiz— 15%

Exams— 40%

Returning from an absence

Go to the absent homework folder

Pick up missing assignments from correct folder

Turn in work by the end of the week

Make-up work needs to be done within the week after you come back.

Make-up tests will be offered on Tuesdays (after school)

Late Assignments

Any assignment that is turned in late

will receive an immediate 10 percent

penalty.

No assignment will be accepted after

one week late.

Guidelines for Success

1. Be responsible.

2. Always try.

3. Do your best.

4. Cooperate with others.

5. Treat everyone with respect (including

yourself).

Classroom Rules

1. Come to class every day that you are not sick.

2. Arrive on time with your own work and

materials.

3. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.

4. Follow directions the first time.

5. Stay on task during all work times.

Supplies (Due August 26, 2011)

Pack of AA batteries

Pack of pencils

Pack of erasers

Scissors

1” 3-ring Binder

Hand sanitizer

Pack of markers

Whiteboard eraser

The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race,

color, national origin, or age.